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2022 Toyota Prius Prime

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

Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2022 Toyota Prius Prime is defined mechanically by a 0W-20 oil specification, a 4.4-quart oil capacity, and an automatic transmission that uses variable gear ratios. For this model year, owner complaints total eight, with the most reported issues falling under Engine & Engine Cooling and the Hybrid Propulsion System, and one recall on record. Against the 20172024 complaint history—where 2017 peaked at 143 complaints and 2023 bottomed at four—the 2022 sits near the lower end of the range, marking it as one of the calmer years in the Prime's tracked reliability run.

Model year20242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque76.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA efficiency55/53/54 MPGeEPA · verified
EPA electric range640 miEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 140R · 295 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 140R · 295 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnCANHOEM · verified
Tire size195/65R15 91SOEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter1780121060
Spark plug9091901298
Battery2880037130
Front wiper blades8521247130 alt 8522247130
Thermostat1632637020 alt 1603137010
Cabin air filter871390R030 alt 8713958010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length178.7 in
Overall width69.3 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3364 lb
Track (front / rear)60.2 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined55 / 53 / 54 MPGe
Electric range640 mi
Charge time (240V)2.0 hr
Electric motor22 and 53 kW AC Induction
Energy use25.0 kWh/100mi
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4.4 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 3 · DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 27.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.9 qt
Brake FluidDOT 3 · DOT 4
Engine CoolantToyota Super Long Life Coolant
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity4.4 qt

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts19.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs16 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs15.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil TypeND-11
Oil Capacity2.70 oz
Standard BCI Group Number140R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance295 cca

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque25.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque79.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.3
Minimum Pad Thickness0.039" in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 0.748; Rear: 0.296
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: 0.002; Rear: 0.0059

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°15 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Use several steps to torque bolts evenly to 36.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90°, Step 3: 45°36 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
136.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°36 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9030 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°30 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 miAir Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Hybrid Inverter (inspect coolant level)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)

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 Prius Prime recorded 8 complaints and 1 recall, reflecting the low‑complaint level that persisted from 2018 through 2022. This stands in stark contrast to the 143 complaints seen in 2017, after which complaint numbers fell to the single‑digit to low‑teens range each year. Recall activity was minimal in 2018, 2021 and 2022 (0, 0, 1) but increased to four recalls each in 2023 and 2024, positioning 2022 just before that upward shift. The federal record does not specify any root cause for the complaints or recalls, so no particular defect can be inferred. Consequently, the 2022 model year’s low complaint count and solitary recall suggest it is a reliable option among used Prius Prime vehicles.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
125
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
8
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 8 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine & Engine Cooling,Hybrid Propulsion System1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Steering1
Vehicle Speed Control,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Service Brakes1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V734000Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm):SoftwareReported 22/09/2021

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… 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 125 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
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…
T-TT-0784-25 Rev12025-06-17EngineSome ECUs can set a DTC that is common with other ECUs. This can lead to accidental use…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…

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 Prius Prime take?

4.4 qt of ILSAC GF-6B 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Prius Prime have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What is the EPA range and efficiency of the Prius Prime?

EPA figures are 55 city / 53 highway / 54 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 640 miles.