Toyota Yaris Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Toyota Yaris — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Excellent | 1 | 4 | — | — | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | Full report → |
| 2019 | Good | 3 | 22 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2018 | Excellent | 1 | 4 | 2 | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2017 | Excellent | 2 | 8 | 1 | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2016 | Good | — | 23 | 7 | 7 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2015 | Good | 2 | 11 | 8 | 11 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2014Best | Excellent | — | 2 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2013 | Excellent | — | 6 | 2 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2012 | Good | 3 | 25 | 9 | 6 | 1 | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2011 | Good | 2 | 15 | 2 | 7 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2010 | Good | 6 | 48 | 10 | 13 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2009 | Caution | 6 | 63 | 18 | 18 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2008 | Avoid | 6 | 167 | 41 | 33 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2007Worst | Avoid | 6 | 187 | 34 | 43 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
14 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Toyota Yaris Problems
Based on 585 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Toyota Yaris Reliability
What year Yaris has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2007 Toyota Yaris had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 187 complaints and 6 safety recalls. See the full 2007 report for specific defects.
Is the Toyota Yaris reliable?
The Toyota Yaris has accumulated 585 owner-filed complaints and 38 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 1 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2014 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Yaris.
What are the most common Yaris problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Air Bags (196 reports), Electrical System (44 reports), Service Brakes (41 reports), Vehicle Speed Control (41 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Yaris has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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