2022 Toyota Prius recalls

1 safety recall, 24 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

1Recalls
24Complaints
4Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2022 Toyota Prius recall list

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

21V-734
September 22, 2021 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may falsely detect an error and shut down the hybrid system, causing a loss of drive power.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TB07/21TA07.

2022 Toyota Prius owner complaints

24 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 0 fires, 4 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System6
Unknown or Other5
Service Brakes4
Air Bags3
Engine2
Visibility/Wiper2
Structure1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Seat Belts1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Recent complaints

July 9, 2026Air BagsStructureService BrakesCrash

Brake

June 3, 2026Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving, depressed the brakes, brake pedal became stiff and had to apply extra force to apply the brakes. The issue occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it bent brake pedal and the bracket was bent. The vehicle was not repaired at the time of the report. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 121,000.

March 12, 2026Electrical System

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2022 Toyota Prius. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 29,909. At the time of the registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 173,000.

January 30, 2026Seat Belts

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while attempting to use the front driver's side seat belt, the lap belt and the anchor bolt detached, rendering the seat belt unusable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the lap belt was reattached to the seat. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that a representative would return a call back. The failure mileage was approximately 34,600.

January 23, 2026Electrical System

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. While attempting to start the vehicle using the Push to Start feature, the vehicle made a loud screeching sound. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer, where the failure was diagnosed as a failure with the Data Control Unit (DCU). The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

2022 Toyota Prius crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2022 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2022 Toyota Prius: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 10.7%.

2022 Toyota Prius recall FAQ

Does the 2022 Toyota Prius have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2022 Toyota Prius. The most recent, filed September 22, 2021, concerns the engine and engine cooling.

What are the most common 2022 Toyota Prius problems?

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (6 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2022 Toyota Prius safe?

The 2022 Toyota Prius earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2022 Toyota Prius?

Contact any authorized Toyota dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.