2022 Toyota Corolla Cross
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 16 of 46 complaints (35%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (9) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,950–2,100 | 1,500–2,100 | 1,500–2,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 30–32 | 30–42 | 30–42 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 29–31 / 32–33 | 29–45 / 32–38 | 29–45 / 31–38 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 275–293 | 209–293 | 209–294 | |
| Complaints filed | 46 | 174 | 42 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 4 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 6 | 6 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 11 | 5 | 7 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross?
Engine: 16 of 46 NHTSA complaints (35%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross get?
EPA rates it 30–32 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross?
EPA estimates $1,950–$2,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S10) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 31 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | $1,950 (low) | 275 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S10) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 29 mpg (low) | 32 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | $2,100 (high) | 293 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 7 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 23V864000 · Dec 20, 2023
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Corolla Cross vehicles that were previously inspected at a dealership under recall 23V-384. The instrument panel may have been produced without the required perforation, which could result in the front-passenger air bag not deploying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the instrument panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA16. Vehicles previously inspected under 23V-384 will need to return to the dealership for additional inspection.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 23V384000 · May 31, 2023
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Corolla Cross vehicles. The instrument panel may have been produced without the required perforation, which could result in the front-passenger air bag not deploying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safey Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the instrument panel, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 10, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB04/23TA04.