2022 Toyota RAV4 Recalls

Quick answer: The 2022 Toyota RAV4 has 1 NHTSA safety recall on record. Check your VIN to see which apply to your specific car — recall repairs are free at the dealer.

TL;DR

1 recall on the 2022 Toyota RAV4. Recall repairs are always free. Enter your VIN at NHTSA or your dealer to confirm which apply.

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Recalls for the 2022 Toyota RAV4

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

NHTSA campaign 22V519000 · 2022-21-07

Issue: 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."

Risk: 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.

What to do about a recall

  • Recall repairs are free — the manufacturer pays, regardless of car age.
  • Confirm which recalls apply to your exact car by entering your 17-digit VIN.
  • Contact any franchised dealer for that brand to schedule the free repair.
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Check engine light on your 2022 Toyota RAV4?

A recall is a known defect the manufacturer fixes for free. A check-engine light is different — it's a stored trouble code you can read yourself. Start here:

Check engine light explained P0420 — CatalystP0300 — MisfireP0171 — Running Lean All OBD-II fault codes

Frequently asked questions

Are Toyota RAV4 recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers, no matter how old the vehicle is.

How do I check recalls for my exact RAV4?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup or any Toyota dealer. The VIN tells you precisely which campaigns affect your car.

Is it safe to drive a RAV4 with an open recall?

It depends on the defect. Read the "Risk" line for each recall above — some are minor, others advise reduced use until repaired. When in doubt, contact a dealer.