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2022 Toyota Prius Prime problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 11 complaints on file for the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

11

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Prius Prime years?

Prius Prime NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted46 complaints2017: 46 complaints2018: 20 complaints2019: 11 complaints2020: 23 complaints2021: 19 complaints2022: 11 complaints2023: 3 complaints2024: 14 complaints
Prius Prime NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Toyota Prius Prime problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance218%
Speed Control218%
Fuel System218%
Other19%
Brakes19%
Steering19%
Electrical System19%
Engine19%

Does the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V734000EngineSeptember 22, 2021 · 8,411 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Prior to making a turn into a residential driveway, the vehicle throttled up and there was no response from the vehicle when the brakes were applied. The vehicle would not stop in motion. Based on my experience of this event, it is my firm belief that the vehicle shut down completely as a result to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 30, 2022 · crash

“The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius Prime. The contact stated while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration, and the vehicle accelerated to 50 MPH before the contact was able to stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 1, 2023

“The vehicle went into drive from neutral after being placed on a moving track (car wash). The forward collision system activated and the automatic brake deployed when the vehicle sensed moving parts in the car wash. From there, the car automatically went out of neutral and into drive with no action…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · May 14, 2022 · crash

“Prior to making a turn into a residential driveway, the vehicle throttled up and there was no response from the vehicle when the brakes were applied. The vehicle would not stop in motion. Based on my experience of this event, it is my firm belief that the vehicle shut down completely as a result to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 30, 2022 · crash

“The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius Prime. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated multiple unknown warning lights had been temporarily illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer however, the cause of the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 22, 2024

2022 Toyota Prius Prime — common questions

Is the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime reliable?

The record is thin — 11 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2022 Prius Prime problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (2 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints), driver assistance (2 complaints).

Does the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Toyota Prius Prime years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Prius Prime years to avoid are 2017. The cleanest record among Prius Prime years belongs to 2023.

How safe is the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.