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Toyota Rav4 Bill of Sale — Puerto Rico

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11.5% IVU (Impuesto de Venta y Uso) on vehicle purchases — one of the highest rates among US jurisdictions$50 title feenotary requiredemissions test required3 active recalls

estimated Toyota Rav4 transfer costs in Puerto Rico

based on a $10,000 sale price

sale price$10,000
sales tax (11.5%)$1,150
title transfer fee$50
registrationVaries by vehicle weight and type; administered through CESCO offices
estimated total$11,200+

* registration fees vary. local taxes may apply. actual tax may differ for private-party sales in Puerto Rico. see https://dtop.pr.gov for exact rates.

Puerto Rico requirements for selling a Toyota Rav4

sales tax
11.5% IVU (Impuesto de Venta y Uso) on vehicle purchases — one of the highest rates among US jurisdictions; administered by the Departamento de Hacienda
title fee
$50
notary
required
odometer disclosure
required
emissions test
required
dmv website
dtop.pr.gov
Puerto Rico special requirements
  • Notarial intervention required — PR notaries (notarios públicos) are licensed attorneys; a notario público abogado must authenticate vehicle transfer deeds, unlike mainland US notary publics
  • Official bill of sale form: DTOP-DIS-260 (Acta de Traspaso de Vehículo de Motor), issued by the Departamento de Transportación y Obras Públicas (DTOP)
  • Vehicle transfers are processed at CESCO (Centro de Servicios al Conductor) offices across the island
  • Federal odometer disclosure (49 CFR Part 580) applies to all Puerto Rico vehicle sales, same as US states
  • IVU sales tax of 11.5% applies to the sale price; exemptions may apply to certain commercial transactions
  • Governing law: Ley de Vehículos y Tránsito de Puerto Rico (Law No. 22 of January 7, 2000, as amended)
  • Official documents are bilingual (Spanish and English); the DTOP-DIS-260 form is issued in Spanish — confirm you understand all terms before signing
  • USCG documentation applies to vessels in PR territorial waters under the same federal rules as US states
  • Title transfer must be completed at a CESCO office; online transfer not available for private party sales

2025 Toyota Rav4 safety data (nhtsa)

crash test ratings
overallnot rated
front crashnot rated
side crashnot rated
rollovernot rated
active recalls (3)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.

campaign: 25V595000
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

campaign: 25V744000
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 RAV 4 vehicles. The front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly.

campaign: 26V256000

Toyota Rav4 vin information

Every Toyota Rav4 has a unique 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Our bill of sale generator automatically decodes the VIN to verify the year, make, model, engine, and trim. This protects both parties and ensures the document matches the actual vehicle.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to transfer a Toyota Rav4 title in Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico charges a $50 title transfer fee. Vehicle sales tax is 11.5% IVU (Impuesto de Venta y Uso) on vehicle purchases — one of the highest rates among US jurisdictions; administered by the Departamento de Hacienda. Registration fees range from Varies by vehicle weight and type; administered through CESCO offices. Notarization is required for the transfer.

Do I need a bill of sale to sell a Toyota Rav4 in Puerto Rico?

Yes. Puerto Rico requires a bill of sale for private-party vehicle transfers. A Toyota Rav4 bill of sale documents the transaction, protects both buyer and seller, and is typically required for title transfer at the PR DMV.

What information goes on a Toyota Rav4 bill of sale?

A Toyota Rav4 bill of sale includes the VIN, year, make (Toyota), model (Rav4), sale price, odometer reading, buyer and seller names and addresses, signatures, and the sale date. Puerto Rico requires notarization.

Are there any active recalls on the Toyota Rav4?

Yes. The 2025 Toyota Rav4 has 3 active recall(s) from NHTSA. The most recent affects the electrical system: instrument cluster/panel. Check all recalls before completing your sale.

How do I transfer a Toyota Rav4 title in Puerto Rico?

After completing your bill of sale, both parties should visit the Puerto Rico DMV with the signed title, bill of sale, and required fees ($50 title fee). The buyer applies for a new title and registration. Vehicle transfers are processed at CESCO (Centro de Servicios al Conductor) offices across the island

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