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2022 Toyota Highlander

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Highlander.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2022 Toyota Highlander is equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission, carries EPA ratings of 20/28/23 mpg, and uses 5.8 quarts of 0W-20 oil. Against the model’s 1997–2026 complaint record, the 2022 model accounts for 223 owner complaints and five recalls, with Power Train representing the top complaint area. That complaint count sits well below the 475-recorded peak in 2021 but far above the single complaint from 1997, placing the 2022 Highlander in a moderate position within the model’s historical reliability record.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque76.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy20/28/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 47 - Battery is vented to the outside of the vehicle. · 345 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 47 - Battery is vented to the outside of the vehicle. · 345 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnRELAYOEM · verified
Tire size235/65R18 106VOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1 alt 9672335028
Engine air filter1780177050 alt 17801F0050
Spark plug9091901263 alt 9091901289
Front wiper blades852220E090 alt 852120E090
Serpentine belt90916A2026
Thermostat1632647020 alt 1632631050
Cabin air filter8713958010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length194.9 in
Overall width76 in
Overall height68.1 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Curb weight4123 lb
Track (front / rear)65.4 / 65.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined20 / 28 / 23 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Highlander of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.7–8.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.70 sec — 2020 Platinum
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021XLE 3.5L V66.80 sec15.30 sec295 hpAWD
2021XSE 3.5L V66.80 sec15.40 sec295 hpAWD
2021XSE 3.5L V66.90 sec15.40 sec295 hpAWD
2023Platinum 2.4L Turbo I-47.20 sec15.50 sec265 hpAWD
2023XSE 2.4L Turbo I-48.00 sec16.10 sec265 hpAWD
2020Platinum 3.5L V66.70 sec15.30 sec295 hpAWD
2020XLE 3.5L V67.20 sec15.60 sec295 hpAWD
2020Hybrid Platinum 2.5L I-4 + Elec7.30 sec16.00 sec243 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.8 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX in the differential, DOT 3 · DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.9 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid CapacityP810
Brake FluidDOT 3 · DOT 4
Differential Gear OilToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Differential Gear OilToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Engine CoolantToyota Super Long Life Coolant

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs12.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts61 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts111.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts61.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts19.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsLower & Upper Manifolds: 15.0 ft-lbs
Main Bearings16

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts76.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.92-2.05 lbs
Oil TypeND-11
Oil Capacity7.11-7.60 oz
RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.96-2.09 lbs
Oil TypeND-12
Oil Capacity4.06 oz

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 33.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 25.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 142.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 111.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.5
Minimum Pad Thickness0.039" in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 0.984; Rear: 0.65
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: 0.002; Rear: 0.006

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
17 ft. lbs., Step 2: 127 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9018 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
128.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°28 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°18 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
166.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 66.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°, Step 4: 90°66 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°22 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Upper Right15 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
145.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°45 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Hybrid Battery Compartment Air Filter (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miBrake Vacuum Pump (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Toyota Highlander represents a mid-cycle refresh within its fourth generation, and the federal data reflects a stabilizing reliability trend compared to earlier model years. Complaints dropped to 223 in 2022 from a peak of 475 in 2021, aligning closer to the 298 complaints in 2020, suggesting initial build or design issues may have been addressed. Recalls remained consistent at 5, mirroring the 2021 and 2020 totals, while Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) continued to decline, indicating fewer unresolved technical concerns. The top complaint areas—Power Train (38), Structure (35), and Service Brakes (22)—are broadly consistent with prior years, though no root causes are specified in the data. Compared to 2023, which saw a further reduction in complaints (164) but an increase in recalls (9), the 2022 model appears to strike a balance between lower complaint volume and a manageable recall footprint. **This makes the 2022 Highlander a prudent used purchase, provided recall campaigns have been completed.**

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
160
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
223
Owner complaints
12 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 223 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train38
Structure35
Service Brakes22
Unknown Or Other19
Air Bags10
Visibility/Wiper9
Seats7
Electrical System5

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V310000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 06/05/2022

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… 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…

23V720000Structure:Body:BumpersReported 26/10/2023

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… 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 160 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0040-24 Rev12026-06-25StructureSome 2020 – 2026 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a water…
T-SB-0021-262026-03-18Electrical SystemSome 2020 – 2024 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a…
T-SB-0106-22 Rev22026-01-30Electrical SystemOBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
T-SB-0001-262026-01-28Electrical SystemSome 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic…
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 Highlander take?

5.8 qt of ILSAC GF-6A 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Highlander have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Highlander get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 28 highway / 23 combined mpg.