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2022 Toyota Highlander Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 263 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Toyota Highlander, most often about the transmission (21% of complaints). It is 10th of 26 Highlander model years by number of complaints and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2022 Toyota Highlander problems
Transmission
54 complaints · 21%The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended and made an unusual whining sound. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact's husband, a certified mechanic, diagnosed…
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the…
Body and structure
43 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 33,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that the front upper bumper assembly is separating from the headlight on the passenger side, creating a noticeable gap on the fender portion directly below the headlight. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 23v720000 (structure), however, the VIN…
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that after a car wash, he became aware that parts of the bumper had detached. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v720000 (structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet…
Other or unspecified
39 complaints · 15%Brakes
39 complaints · 15%Parts named most often: disc.
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, causing the vehicle to shudder and the steering wheel was vibrating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with warped rotors. The contact related the failure to technical service…
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brakes failed to respond causing the braking distances to be extended. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had occurred on several occasions almost causing a crash. The vehicle was taken to the…
Air bags
31 complaints · 12%The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's vehicle was involved in a crash. The contact stated that the other vehicle that crashed into the contact stated the vehicle's speed was about 75 MPH. The contact stated that when the contact's…
Driver assistance
28 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: warnings, automatic emergency braking, warning, assist.
Electrical
21 complaints · 8%The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH in the fast lane, the steering wheel failed to respond as needed while attempting to turn to the left or the right. Additionally, the brakes became inoperable and the vehicle decelerated. The contact stated that several unknown…
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed around an s-curb, the vehicle jerked into the nearby lane. The local dealer was contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
Visibility and wipers
17 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: rearview mirrors/devices, windshield, sun/moon roof assembly, defroster/defogger/hvac system.
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof glass exploded unexpectedly. There was no impact on the sunroof that could have caused it to shatter. The contact and her daughter did not sustain any injuries. The dealer was made aware of the failure…
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, an acorn fell from a tree impacting the front glass windshield causing the glass windshield to become cracked. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the incident but no assistance was offered. The…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2022 Toyota Highlander recalls
Seats: recliner
Risk: A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Full defect 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.
Wheels and tires: tires
Risk: Tires with an insufficient load rating can be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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."
Wheels and tires: tires
Risk: Tires with an insufficient load rating may be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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."
Body and structure: bumpers
Risk: A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect 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.
Equipment: labels
Risk: An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect 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."
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2022 Toyota Highlander
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Toyota Highlander?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (54 complaints); body and structure (43 complaints, typically around 33,000 miles); other or unspecified (39 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Highlander have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 5, 2026 (seats). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2022 a bad year for the Toyota Highlander?
- It is 10th of 26 Highlander model years by number of complaints, with 263 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.