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2022 Toyota Tacoma problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2022 Toyota Tacoma is among the quieter years of the Tacoma on NHTSA's books: 77 complaints (74% below the model's median year), 3 recalls, and no open investigations. Complainants reported 14 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (10), airbags (8), and other (8), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

77

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

15

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

14

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Tacoma years?

Tacoma NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted977 complaints1995: 214 complaints1996: 321 complaints1997: 148 complaints1998: 358 complaints1999: 303 complaints2000: 274 complaints2001: 504 complaints2002: 443 complaints2003: 479 complaints2004: 545 complaints2005: 871 complaints2006: 977 complaints2007: 676 complaints2008: 556 complaints2009: 612 complaints2010: 343 complaints2011: 226 complaints2012: 406 complaints2013: 169 complaints2014: 133 complaints2015: 140 complaints2016: 416 complaints2017: 318 complaints2018: 275 complaints2019: 299 complaints2020: 124 complaints2021: 113 complaints2022: 77 complaints2023: 65 complaints2024: 182 complaints2025: 89 complaints2026: 10 complaints
Tacoma NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Toyota Tacoma problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1013%
Driver Assistance810%
Airbags810%
Other810%
Engine79%
Body & Structure68%
Brakes68%
Electrical System68%
Tires & Wheels56%
Fuel System45%
Visibility & Wipers34%
Steering23%
Seat Belts23%
Speed Control11%
Seats11%

Does the 2022 Toyota Tacoma have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V152000TransmissionFebruary 27, 2024 · 381,199 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.

Consequence

Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.

22V520000Child SeatJuly 21, 2022 · 75,316 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. One or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System."

Consequence

An insufficient weld may prevent the child seat from being anchored properly, allowing the seat to move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the upper child seat anchors and reweld the child seat anchors, as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 02, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TB09/ 22TA09.

22V310000OtherMay 6, 2022 · 661 units

Defect

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence

An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owned a 2022 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, upon reaching his destination, shifting the vehicle into the park position, and exiting, the vehicle began to roll away. The driver was unable to stop the vehicle, and as a result, the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 7, 2024 · crash

“I was driving on the highway and a semi truck hit my car from behind, pushed my car and I hit the car in front of me. I was doing around 55 mph when thee truck hit me.The airbags did not deploy. but the airbag light was lit up on the cluster. Later I received a message through the toyota app about…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · December 21, 2023 · crash

“Power steering pump was replaced at 33000 miles 12-7-23. Timing chain seal leak, engine was pulled at 37700 miles 6-19-24. Power steering pump leaking again at 45500 miles 1-3-25. White paint peeling at 45500 miles 1-3-25. Toyota said $1100 for new Power steering pump that is 12500 miles old. They…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 7, 2023

“I hit an elk on the road. The elk came in direct impact with the front of my truck. No air bags deployed despite the force of the significant frontal impact. There had been no warnings or messages leading up to this that the airbags were not functional, nor was I notified that these airbags were…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · May 3, 2024 · crash

“when stopped at stop signs or intersections ,when taken off from a stop truck would have a dead spot and almost caused a accident trying to get into traffic. has happened several times over the lease time i have had it. no alerts. has been reported . gas treatment suggested. but still does it to a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 1, 2024

2022 Toyota Tacoma — common questions

Is the 2022 Toyota Tacoma reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 77 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Tacoma year, with 3 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2022 Tacoma problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (10 complaints), airbags (8 complaints), other (8 complaints).

Does the 2022 Toyota Tacoma have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Toyota Tacoma. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Toyota Tacoma years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Tacoma years to avoid are 2006, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2008, 2004, 2001, 2003. The cleanest record among Tacoma years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2022 Toyota Tacoma?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Toyota Tacoma earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.