NHTSA has received 57 owner complaints about the 2022 Toyota Tacoma, or 12.2 per year on the road — far fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.29, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2022 vehicles we track, it ranks #29 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Toyota models its rate is 64% lower; against other Midsize pickups it is 41% lower.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2022-03-22 and 2026-07-27. Median delay from incident to filing: 3 days.
57Complaints
12.2Complaints per year on the road
0.29Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
3Recalls
19.3%Share involving a crash or fire
10Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2021) drew 13.9 complaints per year, more than this one. The following model year (2023) drew 14.4 per year, more than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2022 model collected 21 complaints, 72% lower than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Body & structure (15.8% of complaints), followed by Transmission / powertrain (14.0%) and Airbags & seat belts (14.0%). Body & structure complaints are 1.7 times as common here as across all tracked vehicles. Within Body & structure reports, owners most often mention “paint”, “corrosion”, “white”, “peeling” and “program”. 11 reports (19.3%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 10 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 26 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was years three to five (30% of incidents). In the last 12 months 10 new complaints were filed, versus 18 in the 12 months before — the pace is falling.
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for this model year. 25% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses.
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles0.29
vs. other Toyota models0.36
vs. other 2022 models0.31
vs. other Midsize pickups0.59
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (21)0.28
A txdot road work crew had traffic stopped on the highway. We were last in a row of traffic when a distracted, driver, traveling near full highway speed rear-ended us. The truck automatically connected us to an agent who called 911.
My 2022-Toyota Tacoma has a paint peeling issue that is known to Toyota. My particular model was manufactured in Mexico with a paint code of 040. I have paint peeling in my engine compartment and on several fenders.
Body & structure · 2026-07-27 · ODI 11753060
Long crank start. Loss of power. Stalling. Priming fuel system 3x before cranking results in normal start. Suspect low pressure fuel pump failure 115k km/ 70k miles
Fuel system · 2026-07-20 · ODI 11751581
Component/system: Rear tires — traction and wet-weather grip performance. Tires are available for inspection upon request.
Wheels, tires & suspension · 2026-05-23 · ODI 11739752
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY Campaign 24V152000 · 2024-02-27
Summary: 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.
Risk: 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.
Summary: 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."
Risk: 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.
Summary: 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."
Risk: 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.
No NHTSA investigation covers the tracked model years.
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma?
57 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma, or about 12.2 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma?
The most common category is Body & structure, accounting for 15.8% of complaints.
Does the 2022 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall(s) for this model year.
Is the 2022 Toyota Tacoma still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 10 new complaints were filed, versus 18 in the 12 months before — the pace is falling.
How does the 2022 Toyota Tacoma compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 57 owner complaints about the 2022 Toyota Tacoma, or 12.2 per year on the road — far fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.29, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2022 vehicles we track, it ranks #29 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Toyota models its rate is 64% lower; against other Midsize pickups it is 41% lower.