2022 Toyota RAV4 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Toyota RAV4. Part of Generation 5 — 2019–2025.

20212023
Complaints
192
per 10K Sold
5.2
US Sales
366,741
Crashes
24
Fires
0
Injuries
19
Fatalities
2
Recalls
1

Worst 2022 Toyota RAV4 Problems

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

#129 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:4,800 mi
#223 complaints

Engine Problems

Crash-related:1
#316 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:24,000 mi
Crash-related:1
Considering a 2022 Toyota RAV4?

Check the actual VIN — every car is different.

This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).

Check VIN Free

All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Toyota RAV4.

Electrical Faults
29
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,800
Engine Problems
23
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
24,000
Body Structure
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
42,000
Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
19,449
Transmission / Drivetrain
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
10,000
Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
10,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Sidewall
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Toyota RAV4. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2022 Toyota RAV4

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~3,533 vehicles.

22V519000Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger
~3,533 affected

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."

Other Toyota RAV4 Years

2022 Toyota RAV4 — FAQ

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

Is the 2022 Toyota RAV4 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 has 192 NHTSA complaints, 24 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 29 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Toyota RAV4?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (29 complaints, avg 4,800 mi); Engine Problems (23 complaints); Steering Defects (16 complaints, avg 24,000 mi). 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 RAV4?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 16,647 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 RAV4?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 include 24 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 19 injuries, and 2 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 RAV4 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 3,533 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 RAV4?
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 RAV4 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

Check Your Specific 2022 Toyota RAV4

Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.

Check Any VIN — $4.99