NASCAR Penalties 2022
Fines, suspensions, and points deductions for the 2022 season
NASCAR's 2022 season saw 27 penalties handed down, totaling $1.6M in fines across the Cup Series garage. 10 suspensions were issued, underscoring NASCAR's commitment to competitive integrity.
27
Penalties
$1.6M
Total Fines
1
Points Deductions
10
Suspensions
2022 Penalties
| Race | Driver | Category | Fine | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytona 500 | Michael McDowell | Pre race L1 | $50,000 | — |
| Fontana | Brad Keselowski | Technical L3 | $100,000 | -100 |
| Auto Club | Ryan Blaney | Safety | $100,000 | — |
| Phoenix | Austin Dillon | Safety | $100,000 | — |
| Phoenix | Joey Logano | Post race L1 | $50,000 | — |
| Atlanta (NXS) | Josh Berry | Post race L1 | $50,000 | — |
| Atlanta | Chase Elliott | Pre race L1 | $50,000 | — |
| Texas Motor Speedway | Kyle Larson | Pre race L1 | $50,000 | — |
| Texas | Christopher Bell | Safety | $100,000 | — |
| Richmond | Denny Hamlin | Behavioral | $25,000 | — |
| Martinsville | William Byron | Behavioral | $50,000 | — |
| Talladega | Aric Almirola | Safety | $100,000 | — |
| Darlington (CWT) | John Hunter Nemechek | Post race L1 | $25,000 | — |
| Darlington | Martin Truex Jr. | Safety | $100,000 | — |
| Texas (CWT) | Zane Smith | Post race L1 | $25,000 | — |
| Charlotte | William Byron | Safety | $100,000 | — |
| Gateway | Kurt Busch | Safety | $100,000 | — |
| Sonoma | Daniel Suarez | Post race L2 | $100,000 | — |
| Knoxville (CWT) | Kyle Busch | Behavioral | $50,000 | — |
| Nashville | Ross Chastain | Safety | $100,000 | — |
| Road America (NXS) | Noah Gragson | Behavioral | $50,000 | — |
| New Hampshire | Christopher Bell | Post race L1 | $50,000 | — |
| Pocono | Denny Hamlin | Post race L2 | — | — |
| Pocono | Kyle Busch | Post race L2 | — | — |
| Watkins Glen | Chase Elliott | Pre race L1 | $50,000 | — |
| Las Vegas | Bubba Wallace | Behavioral | $50,000 | — |
| Martinsville (NXS) | Ty Gibbs | Behavioral | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many NASCAR penalties were issued in 2022?
In 2022, NASCAR issued 27 penalties totaling $1.6M in fines. 1 penalties included points deductions.
What types of penalties were most common in 2022?
The 2022 season saw penalties across categories including pre-race inspection failures, post-race violations, behavioral infractions, and technical violations. Post-race inspection failures resulting in L2 penalties were among the most impactful, often carrying $100,000 fines and crew chief suspensions.
Can NASCAR penalties from 2022 be compared to other seasons?
Yes, visit our main penalties page at /penalties to see all seasons side by side. You can filter by season, category, or search for specific drivers and teams.