2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a complaint index of 55 and ranks 10th of 21 model years, earning a Caution verdict. It has 6 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, and no crashes, fires, or injuries reported.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 55/100
- #10 of 21 Highlander Hybrid years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 6
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 35
- 35 city / 35 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine3 (50%)
- Brakes2 (33%)
- Electrical System2 (33%)
- Steering1 (17%)
- Structure & Body1 (17%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report that the brake pedal feels ineffective, with the vehicle continuing to roll forward while decelerating from around 20 MPH.
- Some describe the engine surging or the vehicle independently accelerating even while the brake pedal was depressed, with no warning light illuminated.
- One owner reported the front lower bumper detaching at highway speed near 65 MPH and dragging on the road, tied to a single retaining screw.
- Another reported the vehicle shutting off at 70 MPH with a "Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer" message before being restarted and pulled over.
- A separate complaint described a rattling second-row seat and a foul odor traced to the steering wheel area.
2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V128000Mar 5, 2026Structure & Body686,588 vehicles
Seats:mid/rear assembly:recliner
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.
Risk: 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 Toyotaâs customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.
- NHTSA 23V720000Oct 26, 2023Structure & Body750,795 vehicles
Structure:body:bumpers
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 22V310000May 6, 2022Other661 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
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."
Risk: 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.
2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 35 MPG
- Highway
- 35 MPG
- Combined
- 35 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $1,850
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Highlander Hybrid years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid reliable?
- NHTSA data gives it a complaint index of 55, ranking 10th out of 21 Highlander Hybrid model years, with a Caution verdict. Owners reported 6 complaints, mostly involving the engine and brakes.
- What problems does the 2022 Highlander Hybrid have?
- The top problem area is the engine, accounting for 50% of complaints, followed by brakes and electrical system issues each at 33%. Median mileage at failure across problem areas ranges from 26,500 to 80,000 miles.
- Does the 2022 Highlander Hybrid have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2022 model year, covering structure & body, brakes, and a labeling issue. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 Highlander Hybrid compare to other years?
- With a complaint index of 55, the 2022 model sits well below the worst years like 2006 (index 100) and 2008 (index 95), but above lower-index years like 2013 (index 30) and 2019 (index 40).