2022 Toyota Prius Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 32 owner complaints for the 2022 Toyota Prius. The EPA rates it 49 to 56 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 32
- Crashes / fires reported
- 7 / 0
- EPA combined
- 49–56 MPG
2022 Toyota Prius recalls
Engine and Engine CoolingSep 22, 2021 · NHTSA 21V734000+
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2022 Toyota Prius problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System7
- Service Brakes6
- Unknown or Other6
- Air Bags3
- Vehicle Speed Control3
- Engine2
- Visibility/Wiper2
- Hybrid Propulsion System2
2022 Toyota Prius gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius Eco | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 58 | 53 | 56 | $1,150 |
| Prius Prime | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 55 | 53 | 54 | $1,200 |
| Prius | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 54 | 50 | 52 | $1,250 |
| Prius AWD | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 51 | 47 | 49 | $1,300 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2022 Toyota Prius have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Toyota Prius, most recently for the engine and engine cooling (Sep 22, 2021). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 Toyota Prius problems?
Owners filed 32 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (7), service brakes (6), unknown or other (6).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota Prius get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Toyota Prius at 49 to 56 MPG combined (best version: 58 city / 53 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.