2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 16,256miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 40 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl · hybrid AWD · 41 city / 38 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The part named most often is forward collision avoidance, with 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and electrical system (1). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 75% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 16,256 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 130 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 3 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes1 20%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Lane departure1 20%
- Other or unknown1 20%
- Body and structure1 20%
Example complaints
Forward collision avoidance: “The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the Pre-Collision braking system activated when there was no vehicle or object nearby, and the vehicle slowed down unintendedly. The vehicle was taken to a dealer however, failure was not able to be replicated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,511.”
NHTSA complaint #11605713, filed 2024-07, 30,511 milesBrakes: “The contact owns a 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering wheel suddenly began to turn to the left and the right causing the vehicle to move from lane to lane. Additionally, depressing the brake pedal did not immediately slow or stop the vehicle. The driver was eventually able to regain control of the steering wheel and stopped the vehicle. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the failure was no longer present and the vehicle operated as normal. …”
NHTSA complaint #11475330, filed 2022-07, 800 milesElectrical system: “The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH in rainy and cold weather, a message indicating that the Pre-Collision sensors of the vehicle were disabled was displayed. Additionally, the instrument cluster turned off. The contact stated that as her husband veered to the side of the road and wiped the front sensors on the front bumper, the instrument cluster turned on temporarily. The contact's husband wiped the front sensors on the front bumper several times; however, the failure persisted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11497038, filed 2022-12, 2,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
75% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 2,000 and 30,511 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 Hybrid · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.5% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2022 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2021: same overall rating; 2023: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 Hybrid AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl · hybrid | CVT | 41 | 38 | 40 | $1,700 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 22V519000Jul 21, 2022Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification › Front passengerCovers: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2022, RAV4 2022, RAV4 Prime 2022
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…
- 22V239000Apr 13, 2022Electronic stability control (esc) › Control module › SoftwareCovers: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2022, Highlander Hybrid 2020–2022, Venza Hybrid 2021–2022 +8 more
Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid…
Recall details for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 130 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037202Aug 20, 2026Engine. OBSOLETE NOTICE August 20, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0051-26.
- 11037201Aug 20, 2026Engine. This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV) Ni-MH and Li-ion batteries.
- 11033412May 14, 2026Electrical system. 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…
- 11029896Feb 27, 2026Engine. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
- 11028726Jan 30, 2026Electrical system. OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
- 11028722Jan 28, 2026Electrical 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…
- 11028713Jan 12, 2026Electrical system. Some RAV4 vehicles power seat where the automatic seat adjustment by the memory function does not work.
- 11028712Jan 7, 2026Other or unknown. 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…
- 11028711Jan 6, 2026Electrical system. 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…
- 11024098Sep 25, 2025Electrical system. The subject vehicles are equipped with a rear motor unit and an HV Floor Under Wire that provide high voltage to operate the motor. Mud, water, or road salt could potentially enter the HV Floor…
Other model years of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 30 | 300 | 1 | — | 38 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 5 | 7,285 | 2 | — | 39 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 9 | 36,000 | 1 | 5 | 40 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 5 | 16,256 | 2 | 5 | 40 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 22 | 35,000 | 1 | 5 | 40 | — | Rising |
| 2020 | 13 | 53,000 | 5 | 5 | 40 | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 22 | 1,809 | 3 | 5 | 40 | — | Rising |
| 2018 | 15 | 13,000 | 0 | 5 | 32 | — | Rising |
| 2017 | 14 | 9,425 | 1 | 5 | 32 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 17 | 2,000 | 0 | — | 32 | — | Stable |
All Toyota RAV4 Hybrid model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid as of Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is reported most often?
Forward collision avoidance is named most often, in 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid (RAV4 Hybrid AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl · hybrid) at 40 mpg combined, 41 city and 38 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $1,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 16,256 miles and the middle half falls between 2,000 and 30,511 miles; 75% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.