Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2022 Toyota RAV4. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Front Air Bag May Not Deploy Properly/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
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Owner complaints (145)
145 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 145 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 38 | 26.2% |
| Unknown or other | 36 | 24.8% |
| Engine | 27 | 18.6% |
| Steering | 20 | 13.8% |
| Structure | 19 | 13.1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 11 | 7.6% |
| Power train | 11 | 7.6% |
| Air bags | 10 | 6.9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | 6.2% |
| Service brakes | 8 | 5.5% |
How 2022 compares with other RAV4 years
Best and worst RAV4 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 240 | 3 |
| 2017 | 307 | 3 |
| 2018 | 331 | 3 |
| 2019 | 879 | 7 |
| 2020 | 635 | 6 |
| 2021 | 387 | 1 |
| 2022 | 145 | 1 |
| 2023 | 157 | 3 |
| 2024 | 175 | 3 |
| 2025 | 88 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2022 Toyota RAV4 suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 30 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,250
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 296 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 30 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 35 / 30 | $2,250 | 296 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 35 / 30 | $2,250 | 292 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 34 / 30 | $2,250 | 296 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 33 / 29 | $2,300 | 301 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 33 / 28 | $2,400 | 319 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 32 / 28 | $2,400 | 323 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2022 RAV4 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2022 Toyota RAV4 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 22V519000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Toyota RAV4 problems?
Owners filed 145 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (38), Unknown or other (36), Engine (27) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 27 city, 35 highway and 30 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2022 Toyota RAV4 get?
NHTSA rated the 2022 Toyota RAV4 suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2022 RAV4 compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2021 Toyota RAV4 model years at least five years old, the 2016 drew the fewest complaints (240) and the 2019 the most (879). The 2022 drew 145. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.