2022 Toyota RAV4
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 39 of 149 complaints (26%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 405 in 2021 to 149 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,550–2,300 | 1,550–2,250 | 1,550–2,250 | 1,550–2,250 | 1,600–2,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–40 | 28–40 | 28–40 | 28–40 | 28–39 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–41 / 32–38 | 25–41 / 32–38 | 25–41 / 32–38 | 25–41 / 32–38 | 25–41 / 32–38 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 223–321 | 223–323 | 223–323 | 223–323 | 224–323 | |
| Complaints filed | 646 | 405 | 149 | 160 | 173 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 17 | 47 | 14 | 18 | 28 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 14 | 49 | 12 | 14 | 21 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
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 RAV4 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 RAV4?
Electrical: 39 of 149 NHTSA complaints (26%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 get?
EPA rates it 28–40 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Toyota RAV4?
EPA estimates $1,550–$2,250 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 27 mpg | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 296 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 27 mpg | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 292 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 25 mpg (low) | 33 mpg | 28 mpg (low) | $2,250 (high) | 319 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg | 33 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,150 | 301 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 25 mpg (low) | 32 mpg (low) | 28 mpg (low) | $2,250 (high) | 323 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg | 34 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 296 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 41 mpg (high) | 38 mpg (high) | 40 mpg (high) | $1,550 (low) | 223 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 39 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Brakes | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 20 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 13 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 23 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 21 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 38 | 1 | 0 | 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:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER · Campaign 22V519000 · Jul 21, 2022
Defect: 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.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 22V239000 · Apr 13, 2022
Defect: 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 Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Consequence: Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.