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Common Problems with the
2022 Toyota bZ4X

We've identified 3 known issues that can affect the 2022 Toyota bZ4X. 1 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

3
Known Issues
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Serious
2
Moderate
0
Minor

The 2022 period has 2 more issues than the Toyota bZ4X average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

Wheel Bolt Recall

SeriousSuspension & Chassis

Early 2022 models had a recall for wheel bolts that could loosen, potentially causing the wheel to detach.

Estimated cost: £0 (Recall)Affects: 2022–2022

Typical symptoms

  • •Clicking noise from wheels

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Verify recall completion via Toyota or DVLA website

Winter Range Drop

ModerateElectrics & Electronics

Real-world range in UK winter temperatures can be 30-40% lower than the official WLTP figure.

Estimated cost: N/AAffects: 2022–2024

Typical symptoms

  • •Displayed range drops sharply when heater is used
  • •Poor efficiency in cold weather

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Check for the latest range-optimisation software updates

Slow Cold-Weather Charging ("Coldgate")

ModerateElectrics & Electronics

Without preconditioning, DC fast charging speeds are heavily throttled in temperatures below 10°C.

Estimated cost: £0 (Software update)Affects: 2022–2023

Typical symptoms

  • •Charging at 30-50kW on 150kW chargers
  • •Long charging times on road trips

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Confirm the "Battery Pre-conditioning" menu item is present in the settings

Buying Tips for the 2022 Toyota bZ4X

  • ✓Ensure all software updates have been applied to improve range display and DC charging speeds.
  • ✓If buying a 2022/2023 model, check if it has the battery preconditioning update.
  • ✓AWD models use a different battery (CATL) and have slightly different charging characteristics than FWD (Panasonic) models.
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