2022 Toyota AvalonRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 8 owner complaints for the 2022 Toyota Avalon. Most complaints involve tires (2) and engine (1). The EPA rates it 25–26 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Safety recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Tires2
- Engine1
- Air bags1
- Seat belts1
- Electrical system1
- Service brakes1
- Forward collision avoidance1
- Wheels1
- Other / unknown4
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Avalon model year we’ve synced.
View as table
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 113 |
| 1997 | 128 |
| 1998 | 186 |
| 1999 | 94 |
| 2000 | 183 |
| 2001 | 139 |
| 2002 | 142 |
| 2003 | 305 |
| 2004 | 205 |
| 2005 | 228 |
| 2006 | 360 |
| 2007 | 243 |
| 2008 | 349 |
| 2009 | 91 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 160 |
| 2014 | 96 |
| 2015 | 54 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 71 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 8 |
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Deaths reported
- 0
What owners report most
Tires
“The vehicle was proceeding on the freeway when the drivers side rear tire blew out and went completely flat. The low pressure tire warning system that alerted us never indicated that the air pressure was low or getting low, but rather it had instantly dropped to 0 PSI. There was no integrity left to the tire which posed an extreme safety hazard to the stability of the vehicle. Upon contacting Bridgestone I was asked to have a third party company inspect the tire to which we complied. The inspection revealed that the tire had suffered a failure due to a manufacturing defect and not wear/tear or accidental damage. The tires equipped on the vehicle are approximately one year old with less than 3,800 miles on them. Bridgestone is refusing to honor a replacement due to their defect unless I purchase an extended warranty for all 4 tires. Tire Size: 215 / 55 R 17”
Engine
“After a maintenance service, i was made aware of an oil leak from where the bank 1 head gasket meets the timing cover. Verbally quoted for $6500 due to the “extensive labor” costs of replacing the gasket.”
Air bags
“Went to dealer cause air bag malfunction came on they said it was the driver seat belt clicker being faulty. They wanted 250 to fix it. I fixed it myself for 50. To find out it was the passenger clicker. They have a recall on the passenger but dealer lied said it was driver side to get me to pay n them 250”
Engines, transmissions & drive
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S8)
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
EPA fuel economy by version
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon XLE Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,400 | 341 |
| Avalon Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,500 | 352 |
- 26mpg comb.
- 25mpg comb.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 10.5%
Maintenance basics
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
2022 Avalon questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Avalon have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 8, 2026.
What are the most common 2022 Toyota Avalon problems?
Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are tires (2), engine (1), air bags (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2022 Toyota Avalon get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Toyota Avalon at 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).
How safe is the 2022 Toyota Avalon?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Toyota Avalon 5 out of 5 stars overall.