NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Toyota Tundra Safety Ratings
The 2022 Toyota Tundra scores 72 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 13 recalls, and 413 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Toyota Tundra earns an Average segment rating from MotorCaliber, with a Safety Index of 72/100. This score reflects its strong performance in federal crash testing. However, the Tundra's overall standing is diminished by 13 recall campaigns and a near absence of rated crash avoidance technology, a notable decline from the previous model year's assessment.
The 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid 4WD received a 5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 72/100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Toyota Tundra ranks 88 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 72 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 18.5% |
| Recalls on file | 13 |
| Owner complaints | 413 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 88 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
The 2022 Toyota Tundra represents a notable inflection point in the nameplate's safety profile. The NHTSA Safety Index fell to 72/100 in the Average band, a 15-point drop from the 2021 model year's 87/100 Strong rating. That decline is not driven by crash-test performance, which is genuinely strong: the NHTSA NCAP program returned a 5-star overall score, 5-star frontal, 5-star side, and a 4-star rollover with a 19 percent rollover risk. The drag comes from two other index pillars. The avoidance-tech score of 2 out of 10 reflects the absence of both forward collision warning and lane departure warning as standard equipment, with only electronic stability control counted as standard. The defect record score of 4.25 out of 20 reflects the weight of 13 recall campaigns, covering issues ranging from internal engine hard parts on V35A-equipped trucks to backup software and moisture-affected backup lighting. For a freshly redesigned truck entering the used market, the combination of top-tier crash protection and a heavy recall burden defines this specific model year's safety story.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Toyota Tundra perform in crash tests?
Frontal and side protection ratings for the 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid 4WD are exemplary; NHTSA awarded perfect 5 out of 5 stars in both categories. This contributes to an overall 5-star safety rating. Rollover resistance, however, is a relative concern: the Tundra Hybrid 4WD received 4 out of 5 stars, with a 19 percent rollover risk. The truck did pass the dynamic tip-test with a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18966
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes, 13 recall campaigns cover this model year. Named components include internal engine hard parts tied to the V35A engine, automatic transmission, backup camera software, and backup lighting affected by moisture intrusion. Shoppers should verify each campaign by VIN, as some campaigns extend into 2024 and 2025 model years alongside the 2022.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL25V767000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an inspection on the #1 main bearing using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary, replace the engine. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB14 and 25TA14. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB07 and 25L
Reported 2025-11-06
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V657000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the multimedia display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB10 and 25TA10.
Reported 2025-10-01
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS25V322000
Risk: Reverse light failure may reduce visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both reverse light assemblies and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 23, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.
Reported 2025-05-15
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL24V381000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between December 17, 2024 and February 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB07/24TA07 and 24LB04/24LA04.
Reported 2024-05-30
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION24V125000
Risk: Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA02 and 24LA02.
Reported 2024-02-21
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS23V757000
Risk: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23B.
Reported 2023-11-09
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS23V566000
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install protective materials and a clamp on the fuel tube, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 6, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB09/23TA09.
Reported 2023-08-10
STRUCTURE:BODY23V142000
Risk: A tonneau cover that detaches while driving can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners of the subject vehicles will be notified by first class mail to return their vehicles to a Toyota dealer. Dealer will install new hardware (bolts, spacers, washers, nuts, rubber washers and cotter pins) to the existing bracket and tonneau cover. If the tonneau cover has tears or splits at the mounting holes to the extent that new hardware cannot be installed, it will be replaced with a new
Reported 2023-03-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL23V111000
Risk: A blank display will not show critical information such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the combination meter ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 17, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA02.
Reported 2023-02-22
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC22V661000
Risk: An electronic parking brake that cannot be engaged while in "park," may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the Skid Control ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 22TA11 and 22LA04.
Reported 2022-09-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE22V501000
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display the correct image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the parking assist ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA07.
Reported 2022-07-13
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT22V445000
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 flange nuts, and replace any damaged axle-related components if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA05.
Reported 2022-06-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
NHTSA has logged 413 unverified consumer complaints against the 2022 Tundra. Alleged problem areas, none confirmed as defects, include Engine (155 reports), Power Train (102), and Fuel/Propulsion System (73). Reported allegations also include 4 alleged crashes and 3 alleged injuries.
413 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
With 13 recall campaigns on record, any shopper considering a used 2022 Tundra should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase. Confirming which remedies have been completed at a dealership is a critical step, as open recalls transfer with the vehicle to new owners.
- The 2022 Tundra's Safety Index dropped 15 points from the 2021 model year, falling from 87/100 Strong to 72/100 Average, driven by recall volume and low avoidance-tech scores rather than any decline in crash-test results.
- NHTSA's NCAP program gave this specific model year a 5-star overall rating with a 4-star rollover score and a measured 19 percent rollover risk, making crash protection the clear strength of this year's safety profile.
- Thirteen recall campaigns are on record for the 2022 model year, with named components spanning internal engine hard parts on V35A engines, the automatic transmission, backup camera software, and moisture-prone backup lighting assemblies.
- Neither forward collision warning nor lane departure warning is listed as standard on this model year's configuration, resulting in an avoidance-tech sub-score of just 2 out of 10 in the Safety Index breakdown.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Toyota Tundra places
The 2022 Toyota Tundra qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Toyota Tundra safety questions
Was the 2022 Toyota Tundra crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Toyota Tundra, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 72 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Toyota Tundra crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Toyota Tundra earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 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 18.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Tundra have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 13 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Toyota Tundra. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 413 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Toyota Tundra. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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| 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 18966), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota Tundra 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 88 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.