Toyota Corolla problems
The Toyota Corolla (Japanese: トヨタ・カローラ, Hepburn: Toyota Karōra) is a series of compact cars (formerly subcompact) manufactured and marketed globally by the Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation. Introduced in 1966, the Corolla was the best-selling car worldwide by 1974 and has been one of the best-selling cars in the world since then. In 1997, the Corolla became the best-selling nameplate in the world, surpassing the Volkswagen Beetle. Toyota reached the milestone of 50 million Corollas sold over twelve generations in 2021.
The name Corolla is part of Toyota's naming tradition of using names derived from the Toyota Crown for sedans, with "corolla" Latin for "small crown". The Corolla has always been exclusive in Japan to Toyota Corolla Store locations, and manufactured in Japan with a twin, called the Toyota Sprinter until 2000. From 2006 to 2018 in Japan and much of the world, and from 2018 to 2020 in Taiwan, the hatchback companion had been called the Toyota Auris.
Early models were mostly rear-wheel drive, while later models have been front-wheel drive. Four-wheel drive versions have also been produced, and it has undergone several major redesigns. The Corolla's traditional competitors have been the Nissan Sunny, introduced the same year as the Corolla in Japan and the later Nissan Sentra, Nissan Sylphy, Honda Civic and Mitsubishi Lancer. The Corolla's chassis designation code is "E", as described in Toyota's chassis and engine codes.
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Common Toyota Corolla problems
The most common problems with Toyota Corolla cars, based on complaints from owners, include issues with the EVAP system causing the check engine light to illuminate, automatic transmission not shifting correctly at high mileages, and the engine not cranking due to a broken starter.
- Check engine light due to EVAP system fault: The most common Toyota Corolla problem reported by real owners is a check engine light that illuminates as a result of a defect in the evaporative emission (EVAP) system.
- Automatic transmission may not shift correctly at high mileages: The second-most frequent Toyota Corolla issue reported by owners is the automatic transmission not correctly shifting, particularly in models with high mileage (over 125,000 miles).
- Vehicle won't crank due to starter: The other common problem for the Toyota Corolla is the engine not cranking as a result of a broken starter.
These common problems do not affect all Corolla models, but they were the most frequently reported issues. It is important to note that the Toyota Corolla is still considered a very reliable vehicle, with an "excellent" reliability rating of 4.5 out of five from RepairPal, and out of 36 compact cars evaluated, the Corolla ranks the best for reliability.
What is the most common issue of Toyota Corolla?
Some common problems with the Toyota Corolla include:
- Oil leaking/excessive oil use.
- Jerky acceleration.
- MAF sensor problem.
- Car vibrating.
Is a Toyota Corolla a reliable car?
Like the previous generation, CR also recommends the entire 2014-2019 Corolla generation lineup. All models from this generation have received a Reliability Verdict of 5 out of 5 and an Owner Satisfaction rating of 3 out of 5 across the board. It's safe to say, all models from this generation are reliable.
Which Corolla year are most reliable?
Which years of the Toyota Corolla are the most reliable?
- 2003 – 2008 Toyota Corolla – For the best value and reliability, these years received highly favorable Consumer Reports ratings.
- 2009 – 2013 Toyota Corolla – You'll find improved powertrains and plenty of safety features in these years.
How many miles will a Toyota Corolla last?
300,000 miles
If you're considering a Toyota Corolla, you may be wondering, “How long do Toyota Corollas last?” With regular service and maintenance, the Toyota Corolla has a life expectancy of up to 10 years or 300,000 miles. Assuming you take good care of your new Corolla, you could have it for well over a decade.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Toyota Corolla years
We have researched Toyota problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Toyota Corolla cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Toyota Corolla model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Toyota Corolla model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Toyota Corolla years
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Toyota Corolla car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Toyota Corolla , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Air bags problems
- Steering problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Toyota Corolla vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Corolla model years
A total of 1790 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Corolla model years
There were a total of 158 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Corolla model years
There were a total of 1448 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Corolla model years
There were a total of 21 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 11627 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Toyota Corolla . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Toyota Corolla vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Toyota Corolla 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-23
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-25
- VIN: 5YFS4MCE1MP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Apparently my car's Engine Coolant Bypass Valve is broken and it's a common case with my car's model that's made after 2020. Seems like it there's a need a recall for such a thing since it's a defective part they knew about since my car was screaming at me for an engine maintenance. However, the check engine wasn't on. I went to Toyota at Elk Grove, CA and knew what the issue was pretty quick and charging me $700 to get it replaced. I feel like it's intentionally being handled poorly so they keep charging me 700 every few years to replace a $80 part. As well my story is very common with other customers of Toyota Cars made after 2020. I wanted to report this since that's potentially harmful to put out a car that could have engine problems easily. Especially it's a fairly newer car. Also, they have yet to replace the part for the known recall on this vehicle.
Toyota Corolla 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-21
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-24
- VIN: 5YFBURHE9FP
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I noticed that on the passenger front has a boge on the sidewall. Than I received a call from Firestone that front driver side has a boge on the sidewall. That tire the boge was on the inside not visible. So we had to replace both tires.( 215/45R17)
Toyota Corolla 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-20
- VIN: 5YFBURHE8EP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The AC compressor is failing as it’s blowing hot air at idle or when the vehicle is running at 20-40mph. During Texas hot summers, baby & toddlers are at risk for extreme heat as the AC blows hot/warm air. The problem has been reproduce at an automotive AC shop where they have inspected the AC for leaks, vacuumed refrigerant and replaced refrigerant. Still same issues without any leaks. Police or insurance has not been involved. There are no dash lights when this happens and the issue happens daily which started 3 years ago. The vehicle is driven less because of the issue. There is a TSB T-SB-0086-14 that says this is covered within 36k mile warranty or 3 years. I bought the vehicle with 48K miles and about 2 years later the AC blows hot air at idle.
Toyota Corolla 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-20
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5YFBURHE7EP
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I was in a car accident .A woman failed to yield at a stop sign and rammed into the front of my car at a high accelerated speed. I was restrained but the right side of my forehead hit the rearview mirror .causing two huge knots on my head. My eye glasses also smashed into my right eye and I had a cut above my eye .I was thrown to the right passenger seat area , my right hip hit the gear shift and my knees and hip , were bruised. Apparently the seatbelt failed as well , but my main complaint is that the airbags failed to deploy. I suffered damage strain and bruising to both hands, the left was worse , I was made to wear a brace . I was taken to the ER via ambulance . One of the officers assumed I wasn’t wearing a seatbelt , which was not true at all . He thought I hit the windshield but I did not , it was the mirror . I have proof , photos and all EMT and ER records report that I was restrained . A paramedic helped me remove the seatbelt to exit my car . I feel I wouldn't have suffered the head, eye and other injuries if the airbag had deployed.
Toyota Corolla 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-17
- Number Of Injuries: 4
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5YFBURHE6HP
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I was driving for work and got into a pretty bad accident and the airbags did not deploy. I am not sure if it was because the airbag recall I got fixed back in 2020 or it was because the damages weren’t enough to deploy the airbags.
Toyota Corolla 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-16
- VIN: 5YFEPMAE7MP
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Since January 2024, my vehicle has been recalled. They said there would be a remedy by Q3. We called Toyota Dealership in Irving TX and they said next month. We feel blown off and unsafe considering this is an issue that's been almost a year. It's also Q4. Please help us get this rectified as soon as possible. I would truly appreciate your help.
Toyota Corolla 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-16
- VIN: 5YFEPMAE9MP
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Hi, This car has had a recall since 12/20/23. Toyota still has no fix for us. I have this car on the TURO rental platform, but they unlisted my car because of this recall. I want to file a complaint on Toyota for not offering me a fix and killing my business. Is they any way to put a hold on this until a fix comes out? TY [XXX] Dec 20,2023 Manufacturer Recall Number23TB15 NHTSA Recall Number23V865 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Summary The subject vehicles have Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors in the front passenger seat, that could have been improperly manufactured. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Toyota Corolla 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-09
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
- VIN: JTNK4RBE7K3
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The coolant bypass valve failed in my car causing “engine maintenance required” message but no CEL code. Took it to the dealership where they determined failed component and replaced it. The car only had about 71,000 miles and with a engine cooling system failure it could potentially cause further damage.
Toyota Corolla 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTDP4MCE2R3
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owned a 2024 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle was struck on the passenger side of the vehicle by another vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the air bags did not deploy. No warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The vehicle was diagnosed by a Toyota service specialist however no failures were identified. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. A police report was filed. The contact sustained soreness on the entire body and right toe that required medical attention. The contact stated that 4 other passengers were in the vehicle at the moment of impact. The contact stated that it was unknown if the passenger sought medical attention. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 14,831.
Toyota Corolla 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-12
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1NXBR32E98Z
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while the driver was idling in an intersection and making a left turn, another vehicle crashed into the front passenger side of the vehicle causing it to turn 180 degrees during the impact. The air bags did not deploy. The bumper detached during the crash. The vehicle was towed to the residence. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the driver sustained a fractured wrist and whiplash that required medical attention via the hospital. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
Toyota Corolla 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-10
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-11
- VIN: JTDS4MCE5MJ
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Engine Maintenance Required message came on. Took the vehicle to the dealership and was told that it was the Cooling Bypass Valve. The service advisor said he knew what the problem was before even looking at the vehicle but still wanted to run a diagnostic and charge $800-$900 for the repair. I was told my vehicle was no longer under warranty.
Toyota Corolla 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-06
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-06
- VIN: 5YFBURHEXJP
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The bumper on this car has been replaced two times and my husband noticed that it’s coming apart AGAIN. It’s brand new and was just replaced in July. It could come apart on the road or cause serious injury if hit. These bumpers are not stable at all.
Toyota Corolla 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-15
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-02
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the message “Automatic Brake not Available” was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 36,000. The VIN was not available.
Toyota Corolla 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-30
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-30
- VIN: JTDB4MEE1R3
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: This is an issue I have noticed with my car shortly after I bought it. The problem is that the car has a noticable delay in acceleration when accelerating from a complete stop. After doing some research online, I found that the cause was the car's CVT transmission, and that a delay in acceleration happens with other cars with CVT transmissions as well. This could be potentially dangerous especially when making right turns on a red light or when making unprotected lefts on a green, as the window of opportunity to go is sometimes short in those situations, and delaying for even a second could mean the difference between a collision or a safe turn (especially since there are some fast drivers that go much past the speed limit and will appear from behind a hill all of a sudden). What is especially problematic is that the car will rarely accelerate normally when I press the pedal, but I would say around 80-90% of the time, the car will have a delay about 1 second before it actually starts moving. To my knowledge, this problem has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center. I bought the car brand-new about half a year ago so it shouldn't have any problems. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone, and there were no warning lights or any other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. I didn't really notice that this car had this problem when I first drove it home from the dealership because I was not used to so many other aspects of the car, but after I got more used to driving it, I realized that the delay in acceleration wasn't normal.
Toyota Corolla 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-28
- VIN: 5YFS4MCE0PP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: When using built in carplay navigation the gps will start drifting 10-20 feet from the highway into field or other highways causing it to reroute constantly. When phone is disconnected from CarPlay during the gps drifting current location will go back to right location on the phone. We tried connecting different phone to Corolla all had the same issues. My other two cars Don’t have this issue using the phones. Dealers won’t address the issue
Latest 5 recalls Toyota Corolla
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 195 recalls for different components of the Toyota Corolla.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Toyota Corolla 2024
- Report Received Date: 2024-07-23
- Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
- Model: Toyota Corolla 2020
- Report Received Date: 2023-12-20
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
- Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 2, 2024. A second notice will be mailed once the remedy is available. Multiple phases are planned through 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
- Model: Toyota Corolla 2021
- Report Received Date: 2023-12-20
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
- Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 2, 2024. A second notice will be mailed once the remedy is available. Multiple phases are planned through 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
- Model: Toyota Corolla 2023
- Report Received Date: 2023-07-12
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: STEERING:COLUMN
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.
- Model: Toyota Corolla 2020
- Report Received Date: 2020-11-04
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- 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.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: 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.
Latest negative Toyota Corolla car reviews
Latest positive Toyota Corolla car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2016
This car is designed to be economical and it does exactly that! While it may not provide the most comfortable seating for long trips, it's perfect for around town driving and sipping on fuel. The steering is surprisingly tight and handles corners gracefully. It's a great car for city life and perfect for children, especially for trips less than an hour. Please note that it may not have the quickest acceleration, so patience is key in traffic. Additionally, the horn may not be the most impressive, so let's avoid road rage and enjoy the ride! Overall, my family loved the car's fuel conservation and cute style. Thank you for the opportunity to review it!
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Vehicle year: 2013
It's great to hear that your kids are all grown up now and you were able to find a reliable commuter car with good gas mileage for work. The S model with appearance and sport package looks really nice for the price, especially with the heated mirrors, sunroof, climate control, stitching, bigger rims & tires and nav. It's amazing that you were able to get such a good deal on a 2014 model. Although it may not be the most powerful car and the interior fit and finish is old school, it's still a great value for the price. It's impressive that you've had zero issues with the car after 40k miles, just oil changes and tire rotations. Even the tires still have a good 25k of tread left! It's clear that you knew exactly what you were getting when you purchased it and it has fully lived up to your expectations. I would definitely recommend it, just keep in mind that there may not be much refinement in this model. It's great to hear that you've had no problems or issues at all after 50k miles, and that you've been able to keep it looking new with regular waxing and cleaning. Although the gas mileage has dropped to 27 mpg average, it's still impressive. It's understandable that you've noticed some interior noise on certain surfaces, but it's great that you've been able to keep the car in such good condition. It's good to hear that you've had no reliability issues at all after 66k miles, even with the new tires. Although the gas mileage has dropped to 25 mpg, it's still a great car that looks good and handles great.
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Vehicle year: 2016
I have owned two Corollas in the past, one of which lasted an impressive 17 and a half years with 274,000 miles on the clock and it is still running! While I am generally pleased with my new Corolla L, I have noticed a few minor inconveniences. For example, the locking button is somewhat hidden behind the door handle and is quite small, making it awkward to locate and push. Additionally, there is no longer a little storage space on the inside door where I used to keep small items that I could easily reach while driving. I also miss the storage space near the mirror control button, which was another convenient spot for my small items. Despite these minor issues, I am confident that this car will provide great long-term value.
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Vehicle year: 1996
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with my car. I've never had much luck with cars in the past, so when a friend offered to sell me their car, I was a bit hesitant. However, this car has turned out to be my absolute favorite out of all the cars I've owned (and there have been quite a few!). The mileage is fantastic, and I haven't had any major issues with it. While it would have been nice to have cruise control, it's not a necessity for me. If I ever come across another car like this, I would definitely consider buying it again.
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Vehicle year: 1996
I recently sold my 96 Toyota and I already miss it dearly. It was an incredibly dependable car, and I even drove it all the way to Arizona and back. Over the 11 years that I owned it, I only had two problems with it. One was an issue with the electrical wiring, and the other was a punctured gas tank. However, once these repairs were made, it was back to its reliable self. When I placed an ad to sell it, I received numerous calls and sold it within 4 hours for only $200 less than the asking price. If you're in need of a reliable car, this is definitely the one for you! Don't hesitate to make the purchase. Unfortunately, my family has grown too big for the car, but I still wish I could have kept it.
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Alexandro Legros 2025-08-22
Vehicle year: 2017
I bought a Corolla because of its reliability and good reputation, and I was initially thrilled with everything about this car. Unfortunately, my dream car turned into a nightmare just 3 weeks after purchase. While stopped at a red light, an error message popped up on the dash saying 'Charging System Malfunction'. I thought it was just an issue with my GPS, which was plugged into the outlet, so I unplugged it. Then another message popped up, this time saying 'Oil pressure low', followed by messages saying to consult my owner's manual and to take the car in for service. I was at an intersection and tried to turn onto a side road, only to find I had no accelerator power. I was slamming on the gas trying to move, and I was only able to do so because I was going downhill. Thankfully, two good samaritans helped push me to safety. However, to my horror, I had NO brakes while the car was in neutral. I had to shift the car into park and lurch to a stop. One of the guys who helped suggested turning off and restarting the car, and sure enough the error messages went away. Still, I had it towed to the dealership, after dealing with Toyota Care and waiting 2 hours for the tow truck to get there. To condense this novel, the car threw no error codes when service checked it, and they're maintaining that nothing is wrong with the car. I've had to open a case with Toyota and I honestly can't believe what a horrible experience the whole thing has been. More effort has been put into attacking my credibility and denying what happened than it has in actually fixing what's obviously a major issue. For a brand new car to malfunction and impede my ability to control it is unacceptable, and I will not be driving it again. I really hope I was just sold a lemon and that no other owners experience these issues, but I will NEVER buy a Toyota again. I highly recommend taking your business to a manufacturer that stands behind their products.
Judson Roberts 2025-08-19
Vehicle year: 2000
Perhaps I got a dud but I was disappointed. Despite keeping up with all maintenance, the transmission, shocks, gasket, and alternator all failed at 194k miles. While it is unusual for a Toyota to experience transmission and engine problems at this mileage, I still believe that Toyota is a better choice than Ford or Dodge. On the bright side, the car did get great gas mileage and maintenance was affordable.
Cleo Schoen 2025-08-16
Vehicle year: 2023
I purchased a 2023 Toyota Corolla and unfortunately, the transmission malfunctioned within a month. Despite the inconvenience, I am confident that Toyota will resolve the issue in a timely and satisfactory manner. I have faith in their commitment to customer satisfaction and trust that they will honor their warranty. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Korey Mraz 2025-08-09
Vehicle year: 2024
I recently had the pleasure of driving a 2023 Toyota Corolla LE for three weeks, which had only 12,300 miles on it. While the car had some areas for improvement, such as a loud engine and a thin, slippery steering wheel, it was still a reliable and enjoyable ride. The seats could have used more support, but they were still comfortable enough for daily use. Although the car had some hard plastics and thin sharp metal, it was still a great value for its price. The stock base sound system was not the best, but thankfully, the car supported Apple CarPlay, which made it easy to listen to music. While the screen could have been better, it was still functional and easy to use. It would have been nice to have some additional safety features, such as dimming mirrors and heated exterior mirrors, but overall, the car was still a great choice for anyone looking for a reliable and affordable vehicle.
Dejuan Skiles 2025-08-07
Vehicle year: 2019
The car experiences some interior rattling on bumpy roads, which is exacerbated by colder temperatures. Additionally, the blower fan emits an unpleasant whine or whistle, which Toyota Canada has deemed to be a characteristic of the vehicle. Despite these issues, it is important to note that the car still has many positive qualities. However, if you are in the market for a new car, you may want to consider a Civic or a Mazda 3.