Toyota Tacoma 2022 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Tacoma 2022 and 59 complaints filed by owners. It has 61% fewer complaints than the average Toyota Tacoma from 2016–2025 (152 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Toyota Tacoma 2022? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Toyota Tacoma 2022
Powertrain and transmission
NHTSA campaign 24V152000 · 2024-02-27
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Child seat anchors
NHTSA campaign 22V520000 · 2022-07-21
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Equipment and labels
NHTSA campaign 22V310000 · 2022-05-06
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
59 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
11 with a crash · 10 injuries
Most reported problems on the Toyota Tacoma 2022
- Powertrain and transmission: 10 (17% of complaints)
- Structure and body: 8 (14% of complaints)
- Air bags: 8 (14% of complaints)
- Engine: 7 (12% of complaints)
- Fuel and propulsion: 6 (10% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Toyota Tacoma 2022
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
- Look for frame rust, welds or uneven paint that point to accidents.
- The air bag light should come on for a second at start-up and go off. Confirm by VIN that air bag recalls were done.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2022 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2022 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2022 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Toyota Tacoma recalls by year
- 2016 : 4 recalls · 323 complaints
- 2017 : 5 recalls · 240 complaints
- 2018 : 3 recalls · 208 complaints
- 2019 : 4 recalls · 218 complaints
- 2020 : 1 recalls · 88 complaints
- 2021 : 0 recalls · 80 complaints
- 2022 : 3 recalls · 59 complaints
- 2023 : 4 recalls · 54 complaints
- 2024 : 5 recalls · 152 complaints
- 2025 : 5 recalls · 102 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Toyota Tacoma 2022 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Tacoma 2022. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Toyota Tacoma 2022?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: powertrain and transmission (10 of 59 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).