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2022 Toyota Corolla Problems

What owners have reported about the 2022 Toyota Corolla, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2022 Toyota Corolla a good year?

It's one of the better years for the Corolla. Owners have filed 101 complaints with NHTSA, the 15th most of 18 Corolla model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, transmission and brakes.

101 complaints 0 recalls 15th worst of 18 Corolla years

Top 2022 Toyota Corolla problems

1

Electrical problems

21 complaints (21%) name the electrical system, most often the 12v / 24v / 48v battery.

Complaints 21 · Usually at 15,000–36,000 miles

2

Transmission problems

17 complaints (17%) name the transmission, most often the manual transmission and slave cylinder.

Complaints 17 · Usually at 5,000–89,000 miles

3

Brake problems

16 complaints (16%) name the brakes, most often the ABS warning light.

Complaints 16 · Usually at 14,000–69,000 miles

4

Engine problems

14 complaints (14%) name the engine.

Complaints 14 · Usually at 40,000–67,000 miles

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Electrical 21%
Transmission 17%
Brakes 16%
Unknown or Other 14%
Engine 14%
Airbags 10%
Lights 9%
Wipers and Visibility 8%
Body 7%
Emergency Braking 6%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (23 of 101). The amber line is the middle value, about 21,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2022 Toyota Corolla recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 Toyota Corolla.

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Corolla years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2009 Corolla 1,459
2010 Corolla 1,244
2011 Corolla 584
2012 Corolla 446
2008 Corolla 314
2020 Corolla 310
2014 Corolla 269
2015 Corolla 220
2016 Corolla 215
2019 Corolla 204
2013 Corolla 201
2021 Corolla 186
2017 Corolla 178
2018 Corolla 135
2022 Corolla 101
2023 Corolla 73
2024 Corolla 65
2025 Corolla 31

Common questions

Is the 2022 Toyota Corolla a reliable year?

It's one of the better years for the Corolla. Owners have filed 101 complaints with NHTSA, the 15th most of 18 Corolla model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, transmission and brakes.

What are the most common 2022 Toyota Corolla problems?

Owners most often report problems with the electrical system, transmission, brakes and engine. 21 complaints (21%) name the electrical system, most often the 12v / 24v / 48v battery.

At what mileage do 2022 Toyota Corolla electrical system problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 15,000–36,000 miles, with a middle value near 31,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Corolla have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.

Should I buy a used 2022 Toyota Corolla?

Ask for service records covering the electrical system and compare with the 2025, 2024 and 2023 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.