Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Second-Row Seat Backs May Fail to Lock
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.
- Consequence
- A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 9, 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 26TB06 and 26TA06.
Front Bumper Assembly May Detach
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles. During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may result in the cover coming loose or detaching.
- Consequence
- A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.
Illegible Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110
- Summary
- Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence
- An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.
Stability Control Deactivated on Startup/FMVSS 126
- Summary
- Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Consequence
- Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.
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Owner complaints (6)
6 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 33.3% |
| Engine | 2 | 33.3% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 33.3% |
| Steering | 1 | 16.7% |
| Structure | 1 | 16.7% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 16.7% |
How 2022 compares with other Highlander Hybrid years
Best and worst Highlander Hybrid years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 | 4 | 0 |
| 2016 | 6 | 0 |
| 2017 | 3 | 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | 9 | 4 |
| 2021 | 15 | 4 |
| 2022 | 6 | 4 |
| 2023 | 9 | 6 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 36 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,850
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 245 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 36 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 / 35 / 36 | $1,850 | 245 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT | All-Wheel Drive | 35 / 35 / 35 | $1,900 | 254 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 26V128000 (seat), 23V720000 (structure), 22V310000 (equipment), 22V239000 (electronic stability control (esc)). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid problems?
Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (2), Engine (2), Service brakes (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT version at 36 city, 35 highway and 36 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid get?
NHTSA rated the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (16.4% rollover risk).
How does the 2022 Highlander Hybrid compare with other years?
Among the 2014–2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2021 the most (15). The 2022 drew 6. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.