NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Toyota C-Hr Safety Ratings
The 2022 Toyota C-Hr scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Toyota C-HR achieved an Exceptional Safety Index of 91/100. This strong safety standing is supported by its performance in NHTSA's evaluations. The model year has no recalls on file, a notable factor in its overall assessment.
The 2022 Toyota C-HR holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 and an NHTSA NCAP 5-star side-crash rating, sourced from federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Toyota C-Hr ranks 44 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 14.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 44 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Toyota C-Hr?
A perfect 20 out of 20 for defect record distinguishes the 2022 Toyota C-HR, reflecting zero recall campaigns on file. This contributes to an overall Safety Index of 91/100, placing the vehicle in the Exceptional band. Its predecessor, the 2021 model, scored 88/100 in the Strong band, a three-point gain for the 2022 model year. The avoidance-technology component also earned a full 10 out of 10 points; forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are all standard equipment. Crash protection contributed 61 out of a possible 70 points, supported by the 5-star side impact rating and the No Tip outcome in the dynamic rollover test. Owner complaints remain exceptionally low, with just 2 reported allegations, both pertaining to the powertrain, and neither linked to crashes or injuries. The 2022 C-HR's elevated safety standing is primarily due to its clean recall record.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Toyota C-Hr perform in crash tests?
Side-crash protection for the 2022 Toyota C-HR is rated at a perfect 5 out of 5 stars by NHTSA. The vehicle's overall rating is 4 out of 5 stars. Both frontal crash protection and rollover resistance are rated at 4 stars. The C-HR exhibits a 14 percent rollover risk, with the dynamic tip test resulting in "No Tip."
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16650
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Toyota C-Hr have any recalls?
The 2022 Toyota C-HR carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no open recall components to report, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as federal records are updated continuously.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Toyota C-Hr?
NHTSA has received 2 unverified consumer complaints for the 2022 Toyota C-HR. Both alleged issues fall under the Power Train component. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are reported among those allegations. These remain unverified claims, not established facts.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Toyota C-Hr?
Federal records indicate zero recalls on file for this model year, though the NHTSA database is updated as new campaigns are issued. Used-market purchasers should verify a specific vehicle's recall completion status via its VIN.
- The 2022 model year crossed from the Strong band into the Exceptional band, gaining three Safety Index points over the 2021 C-HR, largely because of a perfect defect-record score tied to zero recalls.
- Side-crash protection earned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA for this model year, the highest single-category score in the crash-test suite.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2022 C-HR specifically, a distinction that separates this year from model years that may carry open safety actions.
- Only 2 unverified consumer complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, both alleging power-train concerns, with no associated crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths recorded in federal data.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Toyota C-Hr places
The 2022 Toyota C-Hr qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Toyota C-Hr safety questions
Was the 2022 Toyota C-Hr crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Toyota C-Hr, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Toyota C-Hr crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Toyota C-Hr earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 14.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota C-Hr have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Toyota C-Hr as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Toyota C-Hr?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Toyota C-Hr. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other C-Hr years
Rivals in Sedan (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16650), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota C-Hr 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 44 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.