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2022 Toyota Highlander Recalls

5 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Mar 5, 2026

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What the record says

This model year's count is equal to the Toyota Highlander average of 5.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Tires, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2022 Toyota Highlander recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 26V128000

Seats › Mid/rear Assembly › Recliner

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Mar 5, 2026

What is recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.

Safety consequence

A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated August 27, 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 24V452000

Tires

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

Reported Jun 18, 2024

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

Tires with an insufficient load rating can be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 24V419000

Tires

Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.

Reported Jun 6, 2024

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

Tires with an insufficient load rating may be overloaded and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V720000

Structure › Body › Bumpers

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Oct 26, 2023

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V310000

Equipment › Other › Labels

Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.

Reported May 6, 2022

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Toyota Highlander model years

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2022 Toyota Highlander recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Highlander have?

This verified dataset contains 5 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2022 Toyota Highlander. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2022 Toyota Highlander?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology