Complaints & Recalls
Official Safety Recalls - Important!
11 RecallsThese are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Safety Issue:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. Due to cracks developed during the manufacturing process, the steering intermediate shaft assembly may fracture and possibly result in the shaft detaching from the steering column.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 24TB13/24TA13
Recall Date: Nov 21, 2024
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Safety Issue:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid and 2023-2025 Corolla Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the skid control electronic control unit (ECU) may result in a loss of power brake assist when turning a corner.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 24TA11
Recall Date: Sep 20, 2024
Consumer Complaints
2 ComplaintsToyota Motor Corporation
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Potential Consequences:
The contact owned a 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact was informed that the vehicle needed to be driven frequently. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven daily, but the failure recurred while driving. Roadside assistance arrived on the scene and recharged the battery. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the battery voltage was low. The dealer charged the battery, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired and was sold back to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 200.
Corrective Action:
The contact owned a 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact was informed that the vehicle needed to be driven frequently. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven daily, but the failure recurred while driving. Roadside assistance arrived on the scene and recharged the battery. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the battery voltage was low. The dealer charged the battery, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired and was sold back to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 200.
Additional Notes:
The contact owned a 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact was informed that the vehicle needed to be driven frequently. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven daily, but the failure recurred while driving. Roadside assistance arrived on the scene and recharged the battery. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the battery voltage was low. The dealer charged the battery, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired and was sold back to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 200.
Mfg Campaign: 11607127
Recall Date: Aug 7, 2024
Toyota Motor Corporation
Defect Description:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. The contact stated that the headlights were designed with a curve which caused an obstruction in the driver's vision while driving at night. Due to the headlight design creating a blind spot in the driver's vision, the contact was forced to use the high beam headlights to drive at night. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a service technician acknowledged the failure; however, the technician stated that the manufacturer stood behind the design of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the design was within NHTSA safety standards. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. The contact stated that the headlights were designed with a curve which caused an obstruction in the driver's vision while driving at night. Due to the headlight design creating a blind spot in the driver's vision, the contact was forced to use the high beam headlights to drive at night. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a service technician acknowledged the failure; however, the technician stated that the manufacturer stood behind the design of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the design was within NHTSA safety standards. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. The contact stated that the headlights were designed with a curve which caused an obstruction in the driver's vision while driving at night. Due to the headlight design creating a blind spot in the driver's vision, the contact was forced to use the high beam headlights to drive at night. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a service technician acknowledged the failure; however, the technician stated that the manufacturer stood behind the design of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the design was within NHTSA safety standards. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Mfg Campaign: 11571051
Recall Date: Feb 9, 2024
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