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2022 Toyota RAV4: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2022 Toyota RAV4 — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 160 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 77% of 2022 SUVs. Unknown Or Other leads the reports (18%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2022 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
160
Reports to NHTSA, 2022
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
30
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 77% of 2022 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2022 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (18% of 160 reports), followed by electrical system (16%).
+ 12 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 160 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11495306, ODI 11586064, ODI 11729230, ODI 11699459, ODI 11682683.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
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Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Rav4, Rav4 Hybrid, and Rav4 Prime vehicles. The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that may cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA08.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2022 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD NHTSA source
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2022 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 27 | 35 | 30 |
| RAV4 | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 27 | 35 | 30 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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Compare model years
"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2022 Toyota RAV4: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2022 Toyota RAV4?
Owners filed 160 NHTSA complaints about the 2022 Toyota RAV4 — more complaints than 77% of comparable 2022 SUVs, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2022 Toyota RAV4?
The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (18% of complaints) and electrical system (16%).
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2022 Toyota RAV4, covering components such as air bags. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Toyota RAV4 at 30 mpg combined.