2022 Toyota RAV4 recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 and 149 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (40), unknown or other (37), engine (27). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 28–30 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2022 ranks #2 of 14 RAV4 model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (313). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 3.4 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2022 Toyota RAV4. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Air bags · sensor · occupant classification · front passenger
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
The high-voltage rear traction motor cable floor wire harness on my 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has experienced severe corrosion, which has severely degraded the high-voltage electrical shielding. This defect has created immediate electromagnetic interference (EMI), causing violent, deafening static noise on the AM radio ONLY when the vehicle is in motion (accelerating/driving).…
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the infotainment system continuously rebooted at startup and while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera image was brief and intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test; however, the error message "System Access Denied" was retrieved. The deale…
Sunroof shattered after a loud bang noise. No vehicles around.
Safety ratings
2022 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD
2022 Toyota RAV4 SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2022 Toyota RAV4.
RAV4
Auto (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L · SIDI & PFI
Regular
RAV4
Auto (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L · SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Regular
RAV4 AWD
Auto (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L · SIDI & PFI
Regular
RAV4 AWD
Auto (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L · SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Toyota RAV4, most recently for air bags · sensor · occupant classification · front passenger (07/21/2022). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Toyota RAV4?
Based on 149 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (40), unknown or other (37), engine (27).
Is the 2022 Toyota RAV4 safe?
The 2022 Toyota RAV4 earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2022 a good year for the Toyota RAV4?
The 2022 ranks #2 of 14 RAV4 model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (313). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 3.4 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 get?
EPA ratings for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 range from 28 to 30 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: RAV4.