Most common 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid problems
Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid complaints by model year
Best RAV4 Hybrid years: 2024, 2022, 2023. Years to avoid: 2021, 2019. Compare all years →
2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid recalls (2)
Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification › Front passenger
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.
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.
Electronic stability control (ESC) › Control module › Software
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.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid:
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.
What 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owners say
Driver assistance
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. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer and an engineer from the manufacturer was sent to evaluate the vehicle. The contact was informed that during the incident the lane assist system had activated and attempted to compensate when the driver attempted to steer the vehicle back into the proper lane. No failure was determined. …
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. The contact stated upon investigating the failure online, she became aware that the failure mainly occurred while driving in cold, rainy and snowy conditions. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.
2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD | 41 / 38 / 40 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid a good car?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 RAV4 Hybrid rates better than average: 58% fewer complaints than a typical year of the RAV4 Hybrid at the same age. It is one of the best RAV4 Hybrid years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?
The driver assistance — 4 complaints, 80% of all complaints for this model year, most often about sensing system › camera. Next are the brakes (1) and electrical system (1).
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, the most recent from July 21, 2022 (front passenger). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2024, 2022 and 2023. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2021 and 2019. See the full Toyota RAV4 Hybrid years comparison.
At what mileage do 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 31,000 miles; 75% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.