2022 Toyota Tundra Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
80/100
#4 most-complained of 16 Tundra years
The 2022 Toyota Tundra has 428 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 80, and 13 recalls, ranking 4th worst of 16 model years with an "Avoid" verdict. Engine problems dominate, making up 52% of complaints with a median failure mileage of 37,500.
- Complaints
- 428
- Recalls
- 13
- Crashes / fires
- 5 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 18 city / 23 hwy
Top 2022 Toyota Tundra problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine223 (52%)
- Fuel System104 (24%)
- Transmission & Powertrain104 (24%)
- Other46 (11%)
- Electrical System33 (8%)
- Brakes32 (7%)
- Structure & Body30 (7%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras20 (5%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires12 (3%)
- Steering9 (2%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden hesitation or lag when accelerating from a complete stop, sometimes happening repeatedly in traffic.
- Some describe engine failures tied to the V35A engine recall, including a second failure after the recall repair was already performed.
- Several report the truck failing to start, with dashboard warnings for the pre-collision system and parking brake appearing at the same time.
- Owners describe brake problems, including brakes not responding when needed to stop the vehicle.
- Some report the automatic emergency braking system engaging unexpectedly at low speed without an obstacle present.
- A few describe electrical glitches such as random beeping, doors unlocking on their own, and wiring harness failures.
2022 Toyota Tundra recalls
13 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V767000Nov 6, 2025Engine126,691 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra, Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an inspection on the #1 main bearing using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary, replace the engine. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB14 and 25TA14. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB07 and 25LA07. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V381.
- NHTSA 25V657000Oct 1, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras393,838 vehicles
Back over prevention:software
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023-2025 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview image not to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the multimedia display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB10 and 25TA10.
- NHTSA 25V322000May 15, 2025Electrical System443,444 vehicles
Exterior lighting:back up lights
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the reverse light assemblies and cause a light failure.
Risk: Reverse light failure may reduce visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both reverse light assemblies and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 23, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.
2022 Toyota Tundra fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 23 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Tundra years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Toyota Tundra reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 428 owner complaints and 13 recalls for the 2022 Tundra, giving it a complaint index of 80. It ranks 4th worst among the 16 model years covered and carries an "Avoid" verdict relative to other Tundra years.
- What is the most common problem with the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
- Engine problems are the top issue, accounting for 52% of all complaints (223 complaints), with a median mileage at failure of 37,500 miles.
- Does the 2022 Toyota Tundra have engine recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA lists recalls covering V35A engine debris contamination (campaigns 24V381000 and 25V767000) that can cause bearing damage and engine failure.
- How does the 2022 Tundra compare to other model years?
- Its complaint index of 80 is higher than most other years; only 2023 (93) and 2024 (100) score worse, while years like 2021 (7) and 2015 (0) score far better.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Tundra have?
- NHTSA lists 13 recalls for the 2022 Tundra, covering the engine, fuel system, transmission, electrical system, structure, and collision avoidance cameras.