AI Damage2022 Toyota RAV4: common problems
Owners of the 2022 Toyota RAV4 filed 149 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and engine. The maker issued 182 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 149
- involving a crash
- 14
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 182
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 27% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 18% of all complaints
- 3 Steering 13% of all complaints
- 4 Structure 13% of all complaints
- 5 Powertrain 7% of all complaints
- 6 Forward collision avoidance 7% of all complaints
- 7 Air bags 7% of all complaints
- 8 Fuel/propulsion system 7% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 40 complaints (27% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 45.
- Engine: 27 complaints (18% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 20.
- Steering: 20 complaints (13% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner.
- Structure: 19 complaints (13% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 30.
- Powertrain: 11 complaints (7% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 3.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2.5 L · petrol · 4 cyl
- 2.5 L · hybrid · 4 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
- CVT
Drive: AWD, FWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 149 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 40 | 1 | 45 |
| Engine | 27 | 1 | 20 |
| Steering | 20 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 19 | 1 | 30 |
| Powertrain | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Visibility | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| Lane departure | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
No warning lights were noticed. All occupants were wearing seat belts. The driver of the vehicle sustained concussion injuries, and the front passenger occupant sustained arm and leg injuries. The two rear occupants succumbed to their injuries at the hospital.
Truck hits a car that car lose control and drive in front of my wife wile driving she crash and the only messege apear on dash panel was air bag system malfunction my car is a Rav4 2022, before the crash lights like tps control come on and off
1.Airbag did not deploy but it did pop up from steringwheel and there is powder present. 2. Service at the dealership told me based on description that it is airbag failure and that there is no recalls for such on my car. 3.The vehicle is seating at the wrecker yard. UNKNOWN what if any inspections have been done.
The contact mentioned that the seat belt did not retract during the impact. No air bags deployed. The vehicle was towed to Copart Collision Center pending the insurance company's inspection of the vehicle. The contact stated that she sustained a head injury that required medical attention.
The airbags did not deploy from impact and yet the car is totaled the hood started through the safety glass of the windshield.
No warning lights were illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy, and the contact stated that he required medical attention for a fractured sternum. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and was deemed totaled by the insurance company.
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.
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.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 428 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 20% most complained about).
On average one model year of the RAV4 has 337 complaints (10 years in the data). This year has 149, below average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMISSION NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL 26TC03 Certain 2022 – 2025 Model Year RAV4…
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMISSION NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL 26TC03 Certain 2022 – 2025 Model Year RAV4 Incorrect Mass Air Flow Sensor Reading
- In wet conditions, water contacting the radiator in the subject vehicles after idling for an extended…
In wet conditions, water contacting the radiator in the subject vehicles after idling for an extended period can create steam that can cause an incorrect engine sensor reading. This can lead to a warning light, a…
- Some customers may experience a rough running engine with a MIL ON P140018 DTC
Upon further inspection, a loose C90/C27 connector pin at the EGR valve may be found. To correct this concern, please reference the repair section of this TSB.
- OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026
This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
- OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
- Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System…
Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software.
- Some RAV4 vehicles power seat where the automatic seat adjustment by the memory function does not work
- Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a…
Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition…
- Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle…
Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers’…
- Some 2021 – 2022 model year Avalon, 2018 – 2024 Camry, 2019 – 2025 model year Corolla, 2022 – 2025 model…
Some 2021 – 2022 model year Avalon, 2018 – 2024 Camry, 2019 – 2025 model year Corolla, 2022 – 2025 model year Corolla Cross, and 2019 – 2025 model year RAV4 vehicles with A25A-FKS and M20A-FKS engines may have a MIL ON…
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air…
The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and…
- To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to…
To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the…
NHTSA lists 182 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Toyota RAV4?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, engine, steering. Total complaints: 149. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (16%), windows, sunroof (9%), steering or power steering problems (9%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Toyota RAV4?
NHTSA lists 182 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Toyota RAV4 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.