2022 Toyota Prius Safety Report
2022 TOYOTA PRIUS Safety Analysis
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2022 Toyota Prius
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2022 Toyota Prius. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (1) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (22) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 3 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System | Compare electrical system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Toyota Prius with 6 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Toyota Prius before buying across this generation. |
Toyota Prius Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Toyota Prius years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota Prius | 15 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Toyota Prius | 6 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2024 Toyota Prius | 20 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Toyota Prius | 14 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2025 Toyota Prius | 11 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Toyota Prius | 28 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2022 Toyota Prius Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2022 Toyota Prius, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Electrical System
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Toyota onlyService Brakes
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Toyota onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Toyota onlyVisibility/Wiper
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Visibility/Wiper issues Toyota onlySeat Belts
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Seat Belts issues Toyota onlyUnknown Or Other,Engine
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other,Engine issues Toyota onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2022 Toyota Prius
Reliability Score
The 2022 Toyota Prius receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2022 Toyota Prius
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2022 Toyota Prius
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2022 Toyota Prius:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) Software Recalled due to potential software issues affecting engine and engine cooling, leading to possible loss of vehicle control. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Seat Belt Malfunction Reported issues with the front driver's side seat belt, causing inconvenience and potential safety concerns. |
Low | Occasional | 0-30k miles |
| Visibility/Wiper Issues Problems with wipers and visibility have been reported, affecting the driver's ability to see clearly. |
Medium | Common | 0-30k miles |
| Service Brakes Several reports of service brake issues, including unusual noises and potential safety concerns. |
Medium | Common | 0-30k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2022 Toyota Prius:
Issues with the electrical system, including the Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM), are the most common problems.
Recall Details for the 2022 Toyota Prius
The following 1 recall has been issued for the 2022 Toyota Prius by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2022 Toyota Prius
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2022 Toyota Prius with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 3 complaints involved crashes. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
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.
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 ...
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 55,0...
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. The contact purchased the vehicle from a private seller online. The contact stated that the sales advertisement indicated that the odometer mileage was 63,000. The contact stated that when he went to the local Department of Motor Vehicles to register the vehicle, the contact was informed that there was no current odometer information for the VIN. In addition, ...
My 2022 Toyota Prius (approx. 12,500 miles) suddenly displayed multiple warning lights while driving, made abnormal noises, and lost the ability to move. The vehicle remained powered on but could not drive and had to be towed to a Toyota dealership. The dealer diagnosed a failed brake booster with master cylinder assembly and quoted ~$4,230 for repair. This is a safety-critical component that sh...
My 2022 Prius LE hood latch does not work. It does not click and hood stays locked. They told me at Walmart that the hood latch is probably corroded somewhere or defective. It takes two people to open the hood. My vehicle has 54,490mi. This has happened twice now in 2 months. I have not purchased an extended warranty and this is something that should not be happening until over 100,000 miles. I've...
While driving, one spot on the left side of my steering wheel suddenly got very hot. There are now two small circular indentations where the steering wheel covering has melted. This has happened at least 3 times in the last week or so. I have scheduled service on 8/4/25 at my local Toyota dealership (Vineland, NJ) to check it. I am not parking it next to my house in case it decides to catch fire. ...
The contact owned a 2022 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while idled forward into a parking space at the local car wash, the brake pedal was depressed to stop but the vehicle erroneously accelerated forward and crashed into a brick wall where it came to a stop. During the crash, the air bags did deploy and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed and later towed to an undisclosed...
Extremely loud, ear-piercing noise from speakers when the vehicle is started. Lasts about two to three seconds. My ears have been damaged by it. My young boys cried while in their car seats and said that their ears hurt. Noise occurs randomly. Dealer states that they can't do anything since it is not reproducible. I offered to record the noise when I enter the car. I would have to have my...
My husband and I rented a car from Avis on June 19, 2023. THe car they we selected was not available so they picked a prius out of the lot and gave it to us. On the morning of June 20, I was slowly turning into the driveway at [XXX] , my foot on the brake the whole time to slow to a stop so I could park parallel to my realtor's car. My realtor, [XXX] , witnessed the slow speed, as did many of the...
Problem is with what Toyota calls the Combination meter of the Instrument Cluster. Problem is that displayed icons are washed out and/or unreadable under conditions of normal sunny skies. (There is no problem during darkness or overcast skies). Specifically, (going from left to right), "Headlight high beam indicator," "Shift position indicators," "Cruise control indicator," and Passenger Air Bag...
My air conditioner smells like mildew
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while shifted into reverse, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact stated that he applied extra pressure and turned off the hybrid power system to stop the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was concerned that the failure could cause an accident or ...
Started vehicle in driveway to warm up for a minute. Sitting in vehicle with front defrost turned on medium fan, 75 degrees settings. After a few minutes, while still in park, I heard the windshield crack and noticed that a 12-18 inch crack appeared from the bottom middle part of the windshield.
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that the driver's side front power door lock button failed to illuminate during the night. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the model vehicle was not equipped with illumination for the driver's side front power door lock button. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made awa...
The catalytic converter appears to be overheating, causing the insulated sheathing in the hood to catch fire and/or melt. I discovered the defect this morning when I opened the hood to refill the windshield wiper fluid.
2022 TOYOTA PRIUS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES FOR A FEW SECONDS WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED WHILE THE CRUISE CONTROL IS ACTIVE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED.
Airbags never deployed front or side. Vehicle equipped and activated SOS system did not work. vehicle was a total loss and I nearly died in the process
Driving 60mph on highway and driver's side window spontaneously shattered and covered the driver, drive seat and floor, leaving only about 10 square inches that fell secondarily. There was no projectile that penetrated into the car at all, and no glass was projected over to passenger side as would be indicated if there had been a projectile.
The rear passenger Dunlop Enasave 01 AS 195/65R15 tire on my 2022 AWD model Prius blew while I was driving 50 MPH down a residential highway. I ran over nothing, and the tire tread was completely separated from the rest of the tire and rim.
Showing 20 of 22 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2022 Toyota Prius
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Electrical System:Propulsion System
Opened 2023-01-27 · Closed 2023-08-07
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-spe...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2022 Toyota Prius
Has the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS been recalled?
Yes, the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS has 1 recall on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS have?
The 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS has 22 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 3 involved crashes. 4 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
The 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS involve electrical system (5 complaints), service brakes (2 complaints), unknown or other (2 complaints). Other affected components include visibility/wiper, seat belts, unknown or other,engine.
How many crash reports does the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS have?
There are 3 crash reports associated with the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS out of 22 total complaints (13.6% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS have?
There are no fire reports for the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS.
How many injuries are reported for the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
4 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS is generally recommended. It has 22 complaints, 1 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
The components with the most failures on the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES (2 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 4. VISIBILITY/WIPER (2 complaints), 5. SEAT BELTS (1 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 5 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
Be cautious of electrical system issues and potential recalls. Ensure the vehicle has been serviced and check for any recalls before purchase. The 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS has 22 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
The 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 22 owner complaints, 1 recalls, and 3 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM) Software and Seat Belt Malfunction.
What are the known issues with the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS?
Known issues with the 2022 TOYOTA PRIUS include: Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM) Software, Seat Belt Malfunction, Visibility/Wiper Issues, Service Brakes. These are based on patterns found across 22 NHTSA complaints. 1 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2022 Toyota Prius?
Yes, there are recalls related to the Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM) software, which can affect engine and engine cooling.
What are the most common issues with the 2022 Toyota Prius?
The most common issues are electrical system problems, including the Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM), service brake issues, and seat belt malfunctions.
Are there any reports of safety concerns with the 2022 Toyota Prius?
Yes, there have been reports of service brake issues and seat belt malfunctions, which can pose safety risks.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of electrical system issues and potential recalls. Ensure the vehicle has been serviced and check for any recalls before purchase.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2022 Toyota Prius
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2022 Toyota Prius. The data includes 22 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 1 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 3 reported crashes, 4 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2022 Toyota Prius an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16