2022 Toyota RAV4 body & structure problems

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1. Filed Sep 22, 2026MDBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2022 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front driver's side door. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that there was water in the door panel. In addition, the contact later became aware that there was water inside the passenger's side front door panel. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but…

   NHTSA complaint #11766084 · source
2. Filed Jul 7, 2026TXBody & Structure

   My 2022 Toyota RAV4 has experienced failures of the power door lock actuators on both front doors. Neither the driver's side nor the front passenger door consistently locks or unlocks using the key fob, interior power lock switch, or automatic locking system. This creates a significant safety concern because the doors may remain unlocked when the vehicle is parked, creating a security risk, or they may fail to unlock quickly during an emergency. In addition, occupants may…

   NHTSA complaint #11748820 · source
3. Filed Jun 27, 2026CTBody & Structure

   The automatic locking system stopped working for 2 of my doors. Front passenger and back driver sides no longer lock or unlock. This poses a serious risk considering I live near the ghetto and my car has already been broken into.

   NHTSA complaint #11746924 · source
4. Filed May 28, 202640,000 miNCBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2022 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds during rainy weather conditions, water would leak inside the front driver-side door and puddle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a deteriorated sealant. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds during rainy weather conditions, water would intrude into the rear driver-side door and would…

   NHTSA complaint #11740660 · source
5. Filed May 12, 2026OHBody & Structure

   I am submitting this complaint to report a known and widespread safety defect involving the door lock actuators on my Toyota RAV4. My vehicle’s door actuators have failed at approximately 39,000 miles, just outside the 3‑year/36,000‑mile warranty. This failure prevents the doors from locking and unlocking properly, which poses a significant safety hazard while driving, especially in emergency situations. When I brought the issue to Beechmont Toyota, the dealership refused to…

   NHTSA complaint #11737471 · source
6. Filed Apr 3, 2026CABody & StructureElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   When I put my car on park. The driver side (left door) lock actuator makes a long click noise. Also when I press on unlock it makes that sound as well

   NHTSA complaint #11729109 · source
7. Filed Nov 21, 2025NJBody & StructureOther / Unknown

   The Panoramic Sunroof Shattered on its Own out of nowhere. It just made loud noise. we thought it was tire, but car did not make move, looking above we saw the panoramic section of sunroof shattered. I went to dealer, they said there is a point of contact (means something has hit the roof) and they told me i have to file with insurance company. Insurance company is asking a million questions. It seems they are both passing it to each other. TO my opinion it is manufacturing…

   NHTSA complaint #11700925 · source
8. Filed May 30, 2025GABody & Structure

   When it rains, the water goes inside the door. So I have lots of water in my door. Toyota didn’t properly seal the outside of the door.

   NHTSA complaint #11664036 · source
9. Filed May 8, 20259,512 miFLBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that after heavy rainfall, there was a swishing sound coming from the passenger’s side rear door. The contact stated that when the vehicle was parked, the contact inspected the vehicle, and became aware of water build-up in the passenger’s side rear door. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,512.

   NHTSA complaint #11659680 · source
10. Filed May 2, 2025OKBody & StructureOther / Unknown

    Every time it rains our Rav 4 gets water in the back doors. It sloshes around and you have to manually pull the seal back to drain. It happens every time. my understanding is this is a known issue.

    NHTSA complaint #11658516 · source
11. Filed Feb 22, 2025WABody & Structure

    Tailgate will not close when button on the back or by the driver's seat is pressed. After pressing the close button at tailgate or driver's seat with tailgate open, it will lower an inch then beep several times and lift open again. Toyota dealer claims this is a known issue and the solution is to "reset" the tailgate, which they would do for me. Resetting immediately failed, and the issue persisted. Toyota service department said, "there is a button on the hatch that will…

    NHTSA complaint #11644294 · source
12. Filed Feb 17, 2025CABody & StructureOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers

    Appears to be a manufacturing defect. Side doors back and front fill with water. Windows rolled up and down have streaks of water(wet all the time). Water pours out of door frames. Sloshing of water in doors. Car has no more than 15,000 miles on it. Always keep covered in garage. Car does not accumulate debris or leaves. Have taken into toyota palo alto twice now. No real help. Cannot see well from windows - safety issue as side windows stay streaked obscuring view and mold…

    NHTSA complaint #11643227 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology