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2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid maintenance schedule

The 2022 Highlander Hybrid is part of the XU70 generation (2020-2026), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2022 Highlander Hybrid needs, and when

1 of these 11 items comes from Toyota's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Toyota's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter (A25A-FXS)

5,000 for severe duty

10,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Engine air filter (A25A-FXS)30,000 mi / 3 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter (A25A-FXS)15,000 mi / 18 monthsIndependent
Tire rotation (A25A-FXS)5,000 mi / 6 monthsIndependent
Brake fluid (A25A-FXS)

Flush

30,000 mi / 3 yearsIndependent
Engine coolant (A25A-FXS)100,000 mi / 10 yearsIndependent
Transmission fluid (A25A-FXS)Inspect, replace as neededIndependent
Spark plugs (A25A-FXS)120,000 mi / 12 yearsIndependent
Serpentine belt (A25A-FXS)Inspect, replace as neededIndependent
Differential and transfer case fluid (AWD)Inspect, replace as neededIndependent
12V battery (A25A-FXS)Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
0W-16, 4.8 qt
Coolant
SLLC
Transmission fluid
ATF WS

Powertrains in this generation

  • 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid (A25A-FXS), 243 hp, eCVT, FWD/AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

4 NHTSA recalls for the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Toyota dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Seats

NHTSA 26V128000

March 2026

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 9, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.

Structure

NHTSA 23V720000

October 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 cover coming loose or detaching.

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 service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.

Equipment

NHTSA 22V310000

May 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

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 notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.

Electronic stability control (ESC)

NHTSA 22V239000

April 2022

Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Remedy: Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance
$489

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other Highlander Hybrid model years

XU70 (2020-2026)

2020202120222023202420252026

XU50 (2014-2019)

201420152016201720182019

Shopping new? The Toyota Highlander Hybrid guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-16. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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