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Toyota Corolla

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If stellar fuel economy, strong brand reliability, and standard advanced safety features are high on your checklist, the Corolla Hybrid could be the choice for you. It gets an impressive 48 mpg overall. We also tested the non-hybrid Corolla, which achieved a competitive 33 mpg overall. Both versions tackle corners more skillfully than the Corolla did before, thanks to well-weighted steering and limited body lean.
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There are 3 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.
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Toyota Corolla

Reliability

We expect the 2021 Corolla will be much more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2020 models. Select the used car model year to see reported issues with those similar past models.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
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Engine Minor
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Engine Cooling
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Transmission Major
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Transmission Minor
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Drive System
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Fuel System
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Electric System
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Climate System
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Exhaust
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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 329,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2020 vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.

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Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2020 Toyota Corolla owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

In-car Electronics

CD or DVD players, radio, speakers, GPS, communication system (e.g., OnStar), display screen freezes or goes blank, phone pairing (e.g. Bluetooth), voice control commands, steering wheel controls, portable music device interface (e.g., iPod/MP3 player), backup or other camera/sensors.

What Owners Say

Apple CarPlay

"It stops working for no reason."

Anonymous, CA (2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

"Streamed music: sometimes only the first 10 playlists will be displayed. Sometimes, it will be unable to play a particular playlist (Amazon music). Music via USB: sometimes it is unable to display the list of tracks or the list of folders."

Anonymous, PA (2020 Toyota Corolla XSE 2.0-L 4 Cyl)
In-dash navigation system (GPS)

"Never the fastest way. Often says you have arrived and you are not there. Often as far as 2 miles away."

Anonymous, NC (2020 Toyota Corolla XSE 2.0-L 4 Cyl)
Routine software updates

"The Entune software updates don't work. It will say it is downloading and installing the update, but an hour later will offer you the same update. This cycle is endless. The dealer reset it, and when that didn't fix it, they turned off the auto updates and said it was fixed. It wasn't. Due to Pandemic, I haven't felt the urge to go back to the dealership again..."

Anonymous, CA (2020 Toyota Corolla SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl)
Software update fixes

"The car had been on the lot for an extended period before our purchase (more than 6 months). The Entune Suite update process has never worked. Dealership is baffled..."

Anonymous, CA (2020 Toyota Corolla SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

"Never saves changes made or connections. Have to remake all of them"

Anonymous, NC (2020 Toyota Corolla XSE 2.0-L 4 Cyl)
Voice control commands

"Microphone Stopped working causing me to be unable to have voice calls."

Anonymous, CA (2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE 1.8-L 4 Cyl)
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Body Integrity

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, loose or cracked seals and/or weather-stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Squeaks or rattles

"1 - When the rear seatbelts are not used the buckles rest on hard plastic and rattle a bit as the car moves. 2 - There is something that rattles or knocks in the moonroof mechanism, when going over minor bumps in the road (dealer tried to fix it once, didn't succeed, has ordered replacement parts). 3 - the warning light that a rear passenger has not fastened their seatbelt sometimes turns on even though there is no passenger in the rear seat, nor anything heavy on the seat. 4 - the metal tab that the trunk door latches onto when it is closed, is not completely vertical. It is tiled to the left a few degrees. The trunk has to be closed firmly, maybe it's because that's not in the right position and doesn't latch."

Andrew F., ON (2020 Toyota Corolla SE 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

"A rail or guide for the moonroof rattled inside the roof of the car. It required two service attempts to fix it; Toyota installed a new rail or guide."

Anonymous, (2020 Toyota Corolla SE 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling), loose interior and exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"Paint chip on the top edge of trunk lip and clear coat scuffs from factory."

Anonymous, NY (2020 Toyota Corolla LE 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Electric System

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery and related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, distributor or rotor failure, spark plugs and wires failure.

What Owners Say

Interior lights

"The lights go off when I lock the vehicle, but then come on again at random times. Once they come on, they stay on, so at times have been on all night because I didn't know they were on! I now leave them switched off permanently"

Anonymous, (2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE 1.8-L 4 Cyl hybrid)

Body Hardware

Power or manual windows, locks and latches, tailgate, hatch or trunk, doors or sliding doors, mirrors, seat controls, safety belts, sunroof, convertible top.

What Owners Say

Doors or sliding doors

"Someone was careless and rolled back into me in a parking lot luckly she had insurance that fixed it"

Anonymous, FL (2020 Toyota Corolla LE 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, antifreeze leaks, water pump, thermostat, overheating.

Brakes

Antilock system (ABS), parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, rotors, pulsation or vibration, squeaking, brake failure or wear.

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, leaks.

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, 4WD/AWD components, driveline vibration, traction control, electronic stability control (ESC), electrical failure.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector or linkage, leaks, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission.

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbo or supercharger, timing chain or timing belt.

Suspension

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, oil leaks.

Climate System

Blower (fan) motor, A/C compressor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate control, refrigerant leakage, electrical failure.

Fuel System

Check engine light, sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor), emission control devices (includes EGR), engine computer, engine computer, fuel cap, fuel gauge/sender, fuel injection system, fuel pump, fuel leaks, stalling or hesitation.

Power Equipment

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, remote engine start, alarm or security system

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Recalls
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Nov 04, 2020
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Summary:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
What should you do:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
For more information:
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 www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V682000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1525742
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SEAT BELTS
Dec 11, 2019
In the event of a crash involving multiple impacts, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
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Summary:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C-HR and 2020 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles equipped with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.
What should you do:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seat belt assembly production dates, and replace the assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 19TB22 and 19TA22.
For more information:
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 www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19V877000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 9468
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ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 24, 2019
Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or a loss of braking assist increases the risk of a crash.
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Summary:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system and a loss of braking assist. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
What should you do:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster pump, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2019. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 and Lexus owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are K1L/K0L. Lexus' numbers for this recall are K2F/KLF.
For more information:
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 www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19V544000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 6925
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