2022 Toyota RAV4 Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 176 owner complaints for the 2022 Toyota RAV4. The EPA rates it 28 to 40 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 176
- Crashes / fires reported
- 19 / 0
- EPA combined
- 28–40 MPG
2022 Toyota RAV4 recalls
Electrical SystemJul 12, 2023 · NHTSA 23V478000+
Risk: A short circuit can cause the DC-DC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB07/23LB01.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.
Air BagsJul 21, 2022 · NHTSA 22V519000+
Risk: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
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."
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Apr 13, 2022 · NHTSA 22V239000+
Risk: Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2022 Toyota RAV4 problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System48
- Unknown or Other44
- Engine29
- Structure22
- Steering20
- Forward Collision Avoidance15
- Power Train14
- Service Brakes12
2022 Toyota RAV4 gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4 Hybrid AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) | 41 | 38 | 40 | $1,600 |
| RAV4 Prime 4WD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) | 40 | 36 | 38 | $1,700 |
| RAV4 | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,150 |
| RAV4 AWD LE | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,150 |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,200 |
| RAV4 AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,300 |
| RAV4 AWD TRD OFFROAD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,300 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Toyota RAV4, most recently for the electrical system (Jul 12, 2023). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 Toyota RAV4 problems?
Owners filed 176 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (48), unknown or other (44), engine (29).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Toyota RAV4 at 28 to 40 MPG combined (best version: 41 city / 38 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.