2022 Toyota 4Runner Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner. Part of Generation 5 — 2010–2024.

20212023
Complaints
54
per 10K Sold
4.5
US Sales
121,023
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
7
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2022 Toyota 4Runner Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:42,067 mi
Crash-related:5
#26 complaints

Suspension Failures

#35 complaints

Brakes

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner.

Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
42,067
Suspension Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Camera System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other/I Am Not Sure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Critical Fasteners
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Toyota 4Runner

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,019 vehicles.

22V480000Equipment:other:labels
~280 affected

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2020-2022 4Runner vehicles equipped with 20-inch Black Gunner Wheels. The load carrying capacity modification labels are incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

22V310000Equipment:other:labels
~661 affected

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

21V963000Exterior Lighting:headlights
~78 affected

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2022 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The driver's side high beam may be inoperable after the installation of accessory fog lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Other Toyota 4Runner Years

2022 Toyota 4Runner — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Toyota 4Runner reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Toyota 4Runner has 54 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Toyota 4Runner?
Top reported problems: Airbags (6 complaints, avg 42,067 mi); Suspension Failures (6 complaints); Brakes (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Toyota 4Runner?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 42,067 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Toyota 4Runner?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Toyota 4Runner have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,019 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Toyota 4Runner?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Toyota 4Runner reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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