Best 1997 Toyota RAV4 Rear Lamp Covers and Tail Lights

The 1997 Toyota RAV4 rear lamp cover search returns mostly tail light sets, not covers. Of the five listings below, three are tail light pairs or left and right sets for 1994 to 2000, one is a rear lamp cover trim overlay for 1996 to 2000 and one is a pair of bumper reflector lights for 1994 to 2005. A 1997 RAV4 is a first-generation car, so match the exact years.

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Best Toyota Rav4 Rear Lamp Cover Picks

Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Assembly (1 Pair)Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Assembly (1 Pair) photo1996-1997 RAV4Compatibility: 1996-1997 RAV4Side Coverage: PairInstallation: Direct replacementVIEW LATEST PRICERead Our Analysis
Toyota RAV4 Rear Lamp Cover Trim OverlayToyota RAV4 Rear Lamp Cover Trim Overlay photo1996-2000 RAV4Compatibility: 1996-2000 RAV4Side Coverage: Single coverInstallation: Easy installVIEW LATEST PRICERead Our Analysis
Go-Parts Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Pair SetGo-Parts Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Pair Set photo1996-1997 RAV4Compatibility: 1996-1997 RAV4Side Coverage: Left & rightInstallation: Direct bolt-onVIEW LATEST PRICERead Our Analysis
2PCS Rear Bumper Reflector Light for Toyota Rav42PCS Rear Bumper Reflector Light for Toyota Rav4 photo1994-2005 RAV4Compatibility: 1994-2005 RAV4Side Coverage: 2PCS setInstallation: Easy installVIEW LATEST PRICERead Our Analysis
Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Replacement (Left+Right)Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Replacement (Left+Right) photo1994-2000 RAV4Compatibility: 1994-2000 RAV4Side Coverage: Left & rightInstallation: Easy installVIEW LATEST PRICERead Our Analysis

More Details on Our Top Picks

  1. Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Assembly (1 Pair)

    Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Assembly (1 Pair) photo

    1996-1997 RAV4

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    Listed as 1996-1997 rav4; pair; direct replacement. Details come from the Amazon listing.
    • Compatibility:1996-1997 RAV4
    • Side Coverage:Pair
    • Installation:Direct replacement
    • Note:1996-1997 RAV4

    Pros

    • Compatibility: 1996-1997 RAV4

    Limitations

    • Confirm details on the listing
  2. Toyota RAV4 Rear Lamp Cover Trim Overlay

    Toyota RAV4 Rear Lamp Cover Trim Overlay photo

    1996-2000 RAV4

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    Listed as 1996-2000 rav4; single cover; easy install. Details come from the Amazon listing.
    • Compatibility:1996-2000 RAV4
    • Side Coverage:Single cover
    • Installation:Easy install
    • Note:1996-2000 RAV4

    Pros

    • Compatibility: 1996-2000 RAV4

    Limitations

    • Confirm details on the listing
  3. Go-Parts Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Pair Set

    Go-Parts Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Pair Set photo

    1996-1997 RAV4

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    Listed as 1996-1997 rav4; left & right; direct bolt-on. Details come from the Amazon listing.
    • Compatibility:1996-1997 RAV4
    • Side Coverage:Left & right
    • Installation:Direct bolt-on
    • Note:1996-1997 RAV4

    Pros

    • Compatibility: 1996-1997 RAV4

    Limitations

    • Confirm details on the listing
  4. 2PCS Rear Bumper Reflector Light for Toyota Rav4

    2PCS Rear Bumper Reflector Light for Toyota Rav4 photo

    1994-2005 RAV4

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    Listed as 1994-2005 rav4; 2pcs set; easy install. Details come from the Amazon listing.
    • Compatibility:1994-2005 RAV4
    • Side Coverage:2PCS set
    • Installation:Easy install
    • Note:1994-2005 RAV4

    Pros

    • Compatibility: 1994-2005 RAV4

    Limitations

    • Confirm details on the listing
  5. Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Replacement (Left+Right)

    Toyota RAV4 Rear Tail Light Replacement (Left+Right) photo

    1994-2000 RAV4

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    Listed as 1994-2000 rav4; left & right; easy install. Details come from the Amazon listing.
    • Compatibility:1994-2000 RAV4
    • Side Coverage:Left & right
    • Installation:Easy install
    • Note:1994-2000 RAV4

    Pros

    • Compatibility: 1994-2000 RAV4

    Limitations

    • Confirm details on the listing

1997 Toyota RAV4 rear lamp cover: lamps, trim and reflectors

1997 Toyota RAV4 rear lamp cover

What each part is

  • Tail light sets: full rear lamps, two listed for 1996 to 1997 and one for 1994 to 2000.
  • Trim overlay: a cosmetic cover for 1996 to 2000.
  • Bumper reflectors: a 2-piece set for 1994 to 2005.

Check first

  • Left, right or a pair.
  • Direct bolt-on or easy-install, as listed.

FAQ

Will the lamps fit a 1997 RAV4?

Two sets name 1996 to 1997 and one names 1994 to 2000, which includes 1997.

Is the trim overlay a lamp?

No. It is a cosmetic cover for the lamp area.

How do I know a listing fits my RAV4?

Match the model years in the listing to yours. The RAV4 changed shape in 2006, 2013 and 2019, so a part for one generation will not fit another.

Can I install it myself?

Check the install notes in the listing and your owner manual; if unsure, ask a mechanic.

Which one to choose

For a broken lamp, a tail light pair for 1996 to 1997. For looks, the trim overlay. The reflectors are a separate part.

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Travis Nolan is a senior editor at Backpack-and-Gear. He plans and edits the site’s comparison roundups, checks that spec tables match what manufacturers actually publish, and keeps older guides current as models get discontinued or replaced. He writes mostly about outdoor and hiking gear.

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