Toyota Highlander 2022 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Highlander 2022 and 261 complaints filed by owners. It has 5% more complaints than the average Toyota Highlander from 2016–2025 (249 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Toyota Highlander 2022? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Toyota Highlander 2022
Seats
NHTSA campaign 26V128000 · 2026-03-05
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Tires
NHTSA campaign 24V452000 · 2024-06-18
What happens
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander vehicles. The 20-inch accessory tires with an insufficient load rating for the vehicle's Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) were installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
Tires with an insufficient load rating can be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
SET will inspect and replace the tires and information placard, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2024. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET24A.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Tires
NHTSA campaign 24V419000 · 2024-06-06
What happens
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022-2024 model year Highlander L and Highlander LE vehicles equipped with the Blackout Package that includes 20" black alloy wheels and tires. The installed tires have an insufficient load rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
Tires with an insufficient load rating may be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GST will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, and install a new tire information label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R1.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Structure and body
NHTSA campaign 23V720000 · 2023-10-26
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Equipment and labels
NHTSA campaign 22V310000 · 2022-05-06
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
261 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
18 with a crash · 1 with a fire · 13 injuries · 1 deaths
Most reported problems on the Toyota Highlander 2022
- Powertrain and transmission: 54 (21% of complaints)
- Structure and body: 43 (16% of complaints)
- Brakes: 37 (14% of complaints)
- Air bags: 24 (9% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 21 (8% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Toyota Highlander 2022
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
- Look for frame rust, welds or uneven paint that point to accidents.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2022 Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Toyota Highlander recalls by year
- 2016 : 2 recalls · 111 complaints
- 2017 : 3 recalls · 270 complaints
- 2018 : 4 recalls · 268 complaints
- 2019 : 3 recalls · 492 complaints
- 2020 : 4 recalls · 319 complaints
- 2021 : 4 recalls · 529 complaints
- 2022 : 5 recalls · 261 complaints
- 2023 : 9 recalls · 185 complaints
- 2024 : 7 recalls · 43 complaints
- 2025 : 4 recalls · 10 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Toyota Highlander 2022 have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Highlander 2022. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Toyota Highlander 2022?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: powertrain and transmission (54 of 261 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).