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NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2022 Toyota Avalon

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
8Complaints
1Investigations
ABOUT THE TOYOTA AVALON

The Toyota Avalon is a full-size front-wheel-drive sedan aimed squarely at buyers who want a premium, spacious alternative to luxury-brand nameplates without crossing into luxury-brand pricing. Spanning the 2019 through 2022 model years in our coverage window, it sits at the top of Toyota's passenger-car lineup and competes against sedans like the Nissan Maxima and Chrysler 300, appealing to comfort-focused drivers who still expect a credible safety story.

VERDICT

The 2022 Toyota Avalon earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Avalon as one of the more refined and composed entries in the full-size sedan segment, praising its comfortable ride and well-appointed cabin. Most consider it a strong value relative to near-luxury alternatives. Handling and driver engagement receive more mixed assessments, with some reviewers noting the experience prioritizes serenity over sportiness.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 10.5%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16631

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record19.25/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Toyota Avalon at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsUnknown Or Other 4Tires 2Engine 1Air Bags 1Seat Belts 1Electrical System 1

Other Avalon years

Rivals in Sedan (2022)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 16631), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Toyota Avalon 2022. Class rank 47 of 90 in Sedan 2022. Methodology · Disclosure