Toyota Corolla Complaints

460 consumer complaints on file.

#11697483November 4, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I am reporting an ongoing safety issue involving the Skid Control ECU and loss of power break recall on my 2024 Toyota corolla hybrid. The first time, my vehicle experienced loss of power brake assist and displayed a “Hybrid System Malfunction” message on screen. I towed my car to Toyota, confirmed it was related to the Skid Control ECU recall and repaired it under the recall at no cost, they did a software update. The second time, the exact same problem reoccurred. I had the vehicle towed again to a Toyota dealership, but this time, they refused to perform diagnostics unless I paid out of pocket for a 12-volt battery replacement. The dealership stated they cannot confirm if the issue is recall-related until diagnostics are complete, but they also refuse to complete diagnostics without me paying first. My vehicle is currently undrivable and unsafe, and I rely on it for daily transportation and work. So they made my pay for this 12v battery to do the diagnostics and now they tell me it is not recall related but one of the relays not working, the repair will be cover under warrant but i had to pay for battery and rental cars . I believe Toyota is in violation of its obligations under 49 U.S.C. §30120, which requires manufacturers to correct recall-related safety defects free of charge. This issue leaves me without a vehicle and unable to verify that the recall has been properly resolved. I have opened a case with toyota brand engagement. I am requesting that NHTSA review this case and ensure that Toyota complies with recall repair requirements so my vehicle can be safely diagnosed and repaired without charge.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11696809October 31, 2025
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Dunlop SP Sport 5000 - 225/40R18 - DOT EUT74DDR5220 3 of the 4 tires are splitting on the side walls
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11695622October 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
During a routine transmission fluid service on a 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid, I discovered that the transmission model (PA10) is completely unlabeled and cannot be identified anywhere under the hood, in the owner’s manual, or on any visible tag. The only label is buried behind the firewall and not reasonably accessible to consumers or technicians. As a result, I initially attempted to service the wrong fluid port because Toyota provides no visible or clear identification of the transmission model or fill/drain points. Additionally, the factory-installed transmission drain and fill bolts were tightened with extreme torque well beyond normal service specifications, requiring application of high heat and excessive force to loosen. This resulted in personal injury and risk of property damage. The combination of (1) inaccessible transmission identification, (2) inadequate service guidance, and (3) extreme bolt torque creates a foreseeable safety hazard to vehicle owners or technicians attempting basic maintenance. Toyota’s official service documentation (Toyota Technical Information System, “TIS”) that clarifies the correct fill ports is paywalled and not included with the vehicle or manual, making it impossible for consumers to safely perform essential maintenance without paying daily access fees. This lack of accessible labeling and over-torqued components presents an avoidable risk of physical injury, vehicle damage, and mis-servicing. I believe Toyota should be required to provide visible transmission identification and safe torque specifications for consumer maintenance.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11695545October 25, 2025
ENGINE
I got a message that the engine needs maintenance and I should go to the dealership and have the coolant bypass valve repaired. I see there's a lawsuit against Toyota for a manufacturing defect in that component on 2019-2023 Corollas. I'd like to know if I'll get a refund.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11695383October 24, 2025
SEATS
My back seats indicate that there is someone seating in them. The alarm for the seatbelt will go off. I have to buckle all the seats to prevent this.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11695133October 22, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER, STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The problem of windshield wipers going off either once, or at varying speeds has not been able to be reproduced by my Toyota dealership. It goes off right when I turn the car on 50% of the time and is very inconsistent. Wipers typically go off after using the turn signal, making long turns (such as into a parking spot), and driving on long curved roadways. It has been inspected and nothing has been found. There are no warning lights or messages.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11695043October 22, 2025
ENGINE
A message came out that I need to maintain the engine and take it to the concierge and they told me that it is the coolant by pass valve
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694230October 18, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I have a engine maintenance required earring I did research it turned to be the coolant bypass valve
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694203October 17, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
7 months ago when my car had 56k miles my transmission was bad and they replaced but now is giving problems again i took it to lia toyota of rockland and they didn’t do anything about it, that the transmission is ok, but bad smell is coming out of the transmission and is hard to shift and it gives like hard pull when it changes into gear and u can hear the clunky sound of the transmission and it has only run for 19k miles and it has been only 7 months since they replaced
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694116October 17, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Soft brakes 3 weeks ago September 2925 one time. 10/17/2025 soft brake problem again. Had brakes bled at Toyota dealership Yuma, AZ on 10/13/2025. Car has Highway miles. Toyota needs to recall 2024 Toyota Corolla for hydraulic brakes problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11693023October 13, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Exterior headlight design is a big safety issue when driving at night. The low beams do not offer enough lighting when going around turns or hills. Even on flat roads it is not enough and very dangerous. The high beams help but are also not providing the visibility needed at night . When raining and using low beams at night it’s like driving in the dark! Please redesign!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11692238October 9, 2025
AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE:BODY
On October 1st, 2025, I was in a car accident. I was side-swiped on the highway by a truck, which led me to collide with a metal fence. My airbags did not deploy after the collision. After filing a claim with my insurance company on October 1st, I was informed the same day that my vehicle is a total loss. Prior to the accident, there were no warning lamps or messages.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11691795October 7, 2025
AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS
Component/system failed: The SRS Airbag System malfunctioned. After a rear-end collision on October 3, 2025, in Gwinnett County, GA, the airbags did not deploy. The vehicle displayed an alert: “SRS Airbag System – Malfunction detected” at 16:02. Safety risk: My safety was put at risk because the airbags did not function during a significant impact. This failure could have resulted in severe injury if the collision had been more forceful or from another angle. Inspection/reproduction: On October 6, 2025, I brought the vehicle to Atlanta Toyota. Instead of documenting the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) and providing a report, the dealer cleared the fault code and recalibrated the system without my authorization, effectively erasing critical evidence of the malfunction. The invoice confirms this. Inspections by others: The vehicle was inspected only by the Toyota dealer. It has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives, but I have legal counsel and am preserving the evidence for further independent inspection. Warning lamps/messages: Yes. The SRS Airbag System Malfunction message appeared immediately after the collision on October 3, 2025. I have photographic evidence of this alert.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
2
Deaths:
0
#11691305October 3, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Today while merging into the high way the car suddenly slowed down to 40 miles per hour and would not accelerate . We took the car to Toyota however they said they could not find any thing or replicate the problem
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690829October 1, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, AIR BAGS
I am filing this complaint regarding an unresolved safety recall affecting my 2021 Toyota Corolla. The recall involves the airbag ECU and has rendered the vehicle ineligible for rental on platforms like Turo. I purchased this vehicle specifically for rental income, and the recall has prevented me from listing it for over 14 months. Toyota has acknowledged the recall but has not provided a remedy or timeline for resolution. Their response offered no compensation or alternative solution. Based on comparable Turo listings in Frisco, Texas, I estimate monthly rental income of $810–$1,050, resulting in total lost income of approximately $11,340 to $14,700. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate the delay in remedy and consider enforcement action to ensure timely resolution and accountability.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690805October 1, 2025
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The radiator had a severe pin hole in several veins causing coolant to leak out and making the car overheat. The overheating seems to happen over a long distance drive jeopardizing my safety and family. To prevent futher damage to the car and my safety. Yes. I have to wait for hours on the side of the highway for hours-to let the car cool down and add recommended coolant for the car. The vehicle was inspected by TOYOTA of San Louis Obispo. 09/29/25. I am not certain if the vehicle was inspected by the manufacturer but the service repair was done @ Toyota dealersip. The temperature or the coolant gauge moved erratically.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690127September 27, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
There's an electrical problem going on with all Toyota vehicles coming out with the new navigation system where goes out and keeps rebooting. Multiple times on cars a year have reported this issue. Causes a distraction as screen goes on and off randomly as you drive and backing up. Also without it you can't see your GPS and find routes. Just simple search and there's many complaints about this issue from consumers being affected as fast as 10 miles into owning car to month or six. Not worth repairing as goes out every other month and don't even last a year before goes out.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11689787September 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN, STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
I have had several issues with the car. As issues have not been address problems become more unsafe. Most recently i have had intermittent issues with steering. The wheel will randomly be hard to turn leaving the car to drift uncontrollably. I have gone to the dealership but because they cannot replicate the issue nothing has been done. I have gone 3 different times to get them to address the concern but they cannot replicate it so they have not examined anything. They turned off the safety setting instead of checking the ADAS and since turning off the systems the issues are less frequent, but still a concern. I have contacted corporate who has not helped come to a resolution to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11689005September 22, 2025
ENGINE, STEERING
My car wouldn’t start and the dashboard says “Engine Stopped / Power steering low” car will stop driving completely randomly. No codes are popping up when I test the car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11688688September 21, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My Toyota, the 12.3-inch display screen fails to turn on when I start the vehicles or could unexpectedly shut down while driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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