2022 Toyota CorollaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 104 owner complaints for the 2022 Toyota Corolla. Most complaints involve electrical system (21) and power train (17). The EPA rates it 31–35 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Safety recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Electrical system21
- Power train17
- Engine15
- Service brakes12
- Air bags10
- Exterior lighting9
- Structure7
- Steering6
- Forward collision avoidance6
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Corolla model year we’ve synced.
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| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 133 |
| 1997 | 138 |
| 1998 | 233 |
| 1999 | 157 |
| 2000 | 156 |
| 2001 | 138 |
| 2002 | 144 |
| 2003 | 769 |
| 2004 | 506 |
| 2005 | 943 |
| 2006 | 904 |
| 2007 | 883 |
| 2008 | 345 |
| 2009 | 1,533 |
| 2010 | 1,264 |
| 2011 | 590 |
| 2012 | 446 |
| 2013 | 202 |
| 2014 | 271 |
| 2015 | 220 |
| 2016 | 215 |
| 2017 | 189 |
| 2018 | 136 |
| 2019 | 206 |
| 2020 | 313 |
| 2021 | 188 |
| 2022 | 104 |
| 2023 | 74 |
| 2024 | 66 |
| 2025 | 32 |
- Crashes reported
- 13
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 10
- Deaths reported
- 0
What owners report most
Electrical system
“My passengers airbag light is on and it causes a safety issue. I called Toyota and they washed their hands off. Telling me that my VIN number does not fall under the recall where I know for a fact that car is made around the same time have many recalls with this particular issue. I was not given any help at all.”
Power train
“I bought this Toyota second hand with a little over 29k I had it less than a month when the slave cylinder failed. While in this particular Corolla the slave cylinder and brake booster share fluids. So when I lost my clutch I also lost my brakes with my toddler In the car. Toyota is aware of the faulty slave cylinders and has decided to fix them as they come vrs doing a recall. We could have died. And to top it off Toyota refused to cover it under their power terrain warranty. The car still doesn’t drive correctly even after the dealership I bought it from agree to cover the cost. This is a 2022 Toyota Corolla se Manual transmission.”
Engine
“I am reporting a severe safety defect regarding a failed engine coolant bypass valve on my 2022 Toyota Corolla Apex SE (VIN: [XXX], Mileage: 54,700). An authorized Toyota dealership has scanned the vehicle and confirmed active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P268115 ("Engine Coolant Bypass Valve Circuit Open"). This mechanical and electrical failure triggers an immediate dashboard warning and creates an imminent risk of sudden engine overheating, thermal engine damage, and catastrophic loss of motive power (stalling) while traveling at highway speeds, placing myself and other motorists at risk.Toyota is fully aware of this widespread defect and issued Customer Support Program (CSP) 24TE04 to extend the warranty on older models (2019–2021) for 10 years or 100,000 miles due to high part failure rates. However, my February 2022 vehicle was factory-equipped with the exact same defective, un-superseded valve part number, yet Toyota has arbitrarily excluded my vehicle from free repair based solely on its calendar production date.Furthermore, Toyota's corporate office has denied goodwill coverage because I am a secondhand owner without previous maintenance records,…”
Engines, transmissions & drive
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl · 1.8L 4-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (AV-S10) · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Manual 6-spd
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Hatchback Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 32 | 41 | 35 | $1,850 | 251 |
| Corolla Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 40 | 34 | $1,900 | 257 |
| Corolla APEX Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 38 | 34 | $1,900 | 265 |
| Corolla XSE Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 38 | 34 | $1,900 | 265 |
| Corolla Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | $1,950 | 267 |
| Corolla Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 39 | 33 | $1,950 | 271 |
| Corolla Hatchback XSE Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | $1,950 | 266 |
| Corolla Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 36 | 32 | $2,000 | 277 |
| Corolla XLE Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,000 | 274 |
| Corolla APEX Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,050 | 286 |
| Corolla Hatchback Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,050 | 284 |
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NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 10.5%
- Frontal crash
- 5 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 Corolla questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Corolla have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 3, 2026.
What are the most common 2022 Toyota Corolla problems?
Owners filed 104 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (21), power train (17), engine (15). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2022 Toyota Corolla get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Toyota Corolla at 31–35 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (11 versions rated).
How safe is the 2022 Toyota Corolla?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Toyota Corolla 5 out of 5 stars overall.