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3MYDLBYV8KY5051052019 TOYOTA Yaris

Risk Score
9
LOW RISK
out of 100
3 Found
3 campaigns
26
Reported to NHTSA
Not Tested
See iihs.org/ratings
7 yrs
Made in MEXICO
C-
Score: 72/100
Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2019 TOYOTA Yaris was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 3 open recalls on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase. 26 owner complaints include 1 reported injury, indicating real-world safety incidents beyond normal wear.

  • 3 open recalls — verify these have been repaired before purchase
  • 1 injury reported across 26 owner complaints
  • Component failure cascade detected — a known defect pattern that typically leads to more severe downstream damage
9/100
Low Risk
Low risk profile — minor signals only, likely routine.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
Contributing Risk Factors — 1 detected
3 model-wide recalls on record
+9
Critical Alerts

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle
Make
TOYOTA
Model
Yaris
Year
2019
Body Style
Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
4-cyl 1.5L 106 hp
Doors
4
Manufacturer
MAZDA MOTOR MANUFACTURING DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Assembly
GUANAJUATO, SALAMANCA, MEXICO
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
CQuality55/100
Standard📍 GUANAJUATO, SALAMANCA

No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.

Safety
C-
Score: 72/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety22/30
Complaint History30/30
25/100Moderate
  • Fuel system recall
0/100
Basic
0 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Low
  • 1 complaint(s) involved a fire
Moderate
  • Safety system appears in both official recalls and owner complaints

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

Recalls
48/100
Warning Deferred Risk
4 maintenance items are approaching or past their service milestones. Address these before purchase or negotiate the cost into the sale price.
No odometer data on record. Mileage is estimated at ~84,000 mi based on average annual driving. Items marked EST. OVERDUE may already be due — verify service history with the seller. Items marked OVERDUE are confirmed past-due based on vehicle age alone.
MONITORCriticalTiming Chain Tensioner
Service interval: 120,000 mi · Est. ~84,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Timing Chain Tensioner service before 120,000 mi
Worn chain tensioners cause timing chain skip or snap — common on GM 5.3L/6.2L, Ford EcoBoost, VW/Audi EA888, BMW N47/N63. Listen for cold-start rattles.
DUE SOONCriticalWater Pump
Service interval: 100,000 mi · Est. ~84,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Water Pump service before 100,000 mi
Water pump failure causes rapid overheating. If the engine overheats even once, head gasket damage is likely — turning a $400 part into a $3,000+ repair.
EST. OVERDUEHighTransmission Fluid / Service
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 7 yr · Past due by age
Service Transmission Fluid / Service immediately — already past the 60,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded transmission fluid destroys clutch packs and solenoids. CVT transmissions are especially sensitive — neglected fluid can result in a $4,000–$8,000 replacement.
EST. OVERDUEHighCoolant Flush
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 7 yr · Past due by age
Service Coolant Flush immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded coolant loses corrosion inhibitors and attacks aluminum engine components. Can cause head gasket failure and water pump corrosion.
DUE SOONModerateSpark Plugs (iridium/platinum)
Service interval: 100,000 mi · Est. ~84,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Spark Plugs (iridium/platinum) service before 100,000 mi
Worn spark plugs cause misfires that can foul and crack catalytic converters. A $150 tune-up can prevent a $1,200 catalytic converter replacement.
MONITORModerateFuel Injectors
Service interval: 120,000 mi · Est. ~84,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Fuel Injectors service before 120,000 mi
Dirty or failing injectors cause rough idle, reduced fuel economy, and increased emissions. Cleaning costs $100–$200; replacement $800–$1,600.
33 RECALLS

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 3 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

Average repair completion across 3 recalls is ~66%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.

66%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

TOYOTA Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
95%Excellent

TOYOTA has an excellent recall completion rate (95%) — owners typically receive a remedy within 14 months.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~14 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
14mo
#19V503000
Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SummarySoutheast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~61%

~39% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#21V617000
Invalid Date

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

SummaryToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Yaris, Yaris Hatchback, and Yaris Sedan vehicles. An impeller within the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~77%

~23% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#19V244000
Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SummaryGulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Read full details...
ConsequenceIf the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~61%

~39% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

27/03/2019
3 total campaigns
Fuel System
0
Part Replacements
2
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
Complaints
Electrical
9
Engine/Powertrain
6
Other
6
Steering
2
Brakes
1 crash1 inj1
Visibility
1
Suspension/Wheels
1
2019
5
2020
3
2021
7
2022
6
2023
3
2024
2
27% trend in recent years (improving reliability)
Declining -83%
1
Last 24 months
6
Prior 24 months
PEAKS WINTER (DEC–FEB)

31% of complaints filed in Jan & Jun — may indicate temperature-sensitive or weather-related failures.

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Engine stalling2
Fire/smoke2
Electrical failure1
Conditions Reported
Highway/high-speed (10)Parking/low-speed (3)Rain/wet (2)Startup (2)
26HIGH VOLUME
1
Fire
1
Crash
1
Injury
ODI #11599574UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Vehicle has safety recall, vehicle may stall at high speed, Toyota dealership replace fuel pump after replacements check engine light came on same day, and after few thousand miles light also came on , never fix the problem, now they charged me $280.00 to do the diagnostic check engine light even though that i purchased extended warranty for 125,000 miles and they also want to charge me $930.00 for engine de carburetor and test again…Thanks

ODI #11568780SERVICE BRAKESCRASH1 INJURY

The contact owned a 2019 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated that while his wife was reversing out of the driveway, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated although the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle crashed into a tree and the neighbor's house. The paramedics, fire department, and police arrived and created a report. The contact's wife suffered bruising and body aches upon impact. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an impound lot. The vehicle was deemed a total loss by the insurance company. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

ODI #11551431ENGINEFIRE

The contact owned a 2019 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated that after his wife had arrived at her destination, a short time later she was made aware that the vehicle was on fire. Upon arriving on the scene, the contact's wife observed a fire originating in the engine compartment. Local emergency services were called and were able to extinguish the fire. A police and fire report was filed, but no injuries were reported. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000.

ODI #11547238STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Car driving with no one in front and brake assist went off on own. Also car driving and electrical system in car shut down and lost control of car. Then all dashboard lights came on, was able to regain control and pull in parking lot. Shut car off. Hooked up ODB. No codes. Then started car and ran fine. Had burning electrical smell.

ODI #11501206EQUIPMENT

2019 TOYOTA YARIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO VEHICLE BEING HACKED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVES IN HIS OPINION SOMEONE REMOTELY SHUTDOWN OR DISABLED THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING 65MPH ON THE INTERSTATE. UPDATE 06/20/2023- CONSUMER IS REQUESTING PETITON AND HEARING. PETITION AND HEARING REQUEST DOCUMENT MAILED IN.

ODI #11480720ENGINE

2019 TOYOTA YARIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO ENGINE FAILURE.

ODI #11480722ENGINE

2019 TOYOTA YARIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO ENGINE FAILURE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WHILE BEING DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE DROVE ROUGH, ENGINE NOISES, AND EXPERIENCED ACCELERATION DELAYS. THE DEALER STATED THAT ALL THE LINES AND GDI ASSOCIATED WITH THE FUEL PUMP HAD CARBON BUILD UP. THE GDI LINS WERE FLUSHED. WHICH DID NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED TO BE FLUSHED EVERY SIX MONTHS, AT THE OWNER'S EXPENSE OF 1200.00. THE CONSUMER STATED THIS WAS UNREASONABLE. THE DEALER ALSO ADVISED TO ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE 2 OR 3 TIMES A WEEK AT A HIGH SPEED RATE, IN ORDER TO FORCE OUT THE BUILD UP. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THE VEHICLE WAS A LEMON.

ODI #11462368STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I got new tires and took the car for an alignment. I am constantly having to slightly correct my steering wheel. One to three degrees to the left and right at any speed the entire time I am driving. It was setup for the diagnostic test and the technician came back in less than five minutes. To tell me that there is nothing wrong with my alignment and everything was at factory spec. So I told him to drive it and tell me that there is nothing wrong with my car. He came back looking shocked and said that was weird. Like driving on wet glass. So he started to ask me questions. My answers to the question were. I am the original owner, never been in an accident with the car or hit debris of any kind. Tires are brand new, no check engine or warning lights. Diagnostic scanner to the OBD port came back with no problems. Car had 25,000 miles on it at the time. I've been told it could be any of eight or nine problems or a combination of a few. Electric power steering, traction control, ABS, Tire pressure monitor, steering angle sensor, tie rod, ball joints, suspension. My question is, how does this happen with regular service and no warning detection system on board or service equipment finding anything ???

ODI #11451920ENGINE

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Yaris. The contact initially stated that multiple attempts were needed to start his vehicle. When the vehicle would start, the transmission would hesitate upon the depression of the accelerator pedal with several unknown warning lights illuminated. Upon investigation underneath the hood, the contact discovered sticks and chewed wiring which he linked to squirrels. Since the initial discovery, the contact had seen squirrels entering and leaving the engine compartment on two separate occasions. The dealer had been notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and provided a case number. The contact ordered the parts to replace the wiring harness and air filter cover however, the vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 14,700.

ODI #11447638ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I went to the dealership to get my safety recall fixed and i was informed that my safety recall cannot be fixed. This is a problem because I am risking my life every time I drive this car I want to know if getting a lawyer to resolve this issue is the best solution to getting this problem solved

ODI #11446982FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Recall for dangerous issue (risk of crash due to faulty fuel pump) has been unresolved since mid 2021. Have contacted several Toyota dealerships who have said they aren’t able to repair fuel pump since a solution for recall hasn’t been issued yet. Contacted Toyota corporate to ask for rental car until a repair is confirmed and they stated they cannot guarantee a rental will be reimbursed and have no timeline for fuel pump solution. Have been unable to drive my car on highway for six months as it feels unsafe.

ODI #11438869ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2019 TOYOTA YARIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ISSUE WITH THE BATTERY. In early 2000 the battery went dead, and the car could not even be removed from the garage. Called the dealership and they were kind enough to send a tow truck, and the driver was able to get car on the truck and took it directly to the dealership. It was examined and a new battery was put in at no cost to me. TS THE CONSUMER STATED THE BATTERY WAS REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS ON A RECALL LIST FOR ANOTHER FAILURE BUT, THERE WAS NO REMEDY.

ODI #11436523STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

Our vehicle got recalled and we're worried for the safety of our kids in a small unstable 2019 Toyota Yaris

ODI #11431894FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

After shopping I tried to start my car. It did a lot of shuttering and the check engine and battery lights came on. It would not run. I called AAA and they said the battery was fully charged. When the AAA tow service came the car started and ran fine. When I got home I checked with my OBD II tool. The code was P0087 Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low.

ODI #11426044FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

It was about 90+ degrees Fahrenheit on a Friday afternoon..(prior to this date my wife expressed concern that the car did not accelerate as quickly as she thought it should) we drove in to the parking area of the Mall...we were undecided where to park and stopped the car. We tried to restart the car but it would not start. It would try to crank but that was all. Since it was so hot we thought that the air conditioner might have drained the battery. We called the AAA and found that it was not the battery. He suggested that the TOYOTA DEALERSHIP was a few b locks away that we should have them do further testing....we wanted to at first go home but instead went to the dealership--the car failed to start at all in the doorway of the Service entrance..it would try to crank but that was all just a grinding sort of noise.......(We thought that TOYOTA would pay for our incidental expenses since the car was under warranty...so far we have received nothing but TOYOTA did pay for a car rental on the following Monday.....) The problem was a failed Fuel Pump as the service man pointed out the error message was for low pressure on fuel pump. This was serious if we were on the freeway or traveling home for some distance in remote areas..they obviously could be a collision or we would be stranded without any form of help..... The dealer explained the the fuel pump was replaced by an updated or modified model not the same one in the car...They kept the original pump.....

ODI #11422391ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Unknown. Lights on dashboard came on. Check engine light came on. Car started jerking front and back while driving, accelerating, and braking.

ODI #11405750ENGINE

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO LOU FUSZ TOYOTA (10725 MANCHESTER RD, ST. LOUIS, MO 63122) TO BE SERVICED FOR AN UNKNOWN MANUFACTURER'S RECALL TO RE-PROGRAM THE ENGINE. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, THE KEYFOB FAILED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK THE VEHICLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE PUSH TO START BUTTON FAILED TO START THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED THE DEALER OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER SUGGESTED THAT THE CONTACT RECORD A VIDEO OF THE FAILURE EXPERIENCED SO IT COULD BE SENT TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 13,833.

ODI #11404060ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

FROM JULY 2020 - JAN 2021, I EXPERIENCED MY VEHICLE CRANKING BUT NOT STARTING ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. I TOOK IT IN SEVERAL TIMES TO BE FIXED, BUT THE PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT AND COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. HOWEVER, THE LAST TIME I PICKED IT UP FROM TOYOTA (PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED), IT HAPPENED AND I CALLED THE SERVICE ADVISOR OVER, AND HE EVEN TRIED TURNING IT, BUT IT WOULDN'T START. THE SOLUTION WAS THE KEY FOB. I INQUIRED HOW THEY KNEW IT WAS THE KEY FOB, BUT THEY DID NOT GIVE ME AN ANSWER. FEBRUARY 2021 IT STARTED TO HAPPEN AGAIN..BUT HAS NOT OCCURRED AS OF MARCH 2021. I THINK WHEN IT SHUTS OFF DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THEN MAYBE TOYOTA WOULD INVESTIGATE THIS MORE. THE SECOND PROBLEM THAT HAS HAPPENED INFREQUENTLY IN 2020 WAS MY BACKUP CAMERA BEING BLACKED OUT OR GLITCHY. AS OF FEBRUARY 2021, THIS WOULD OCCUR FREQUENTLY, HOWEVER INTERMITTENT AS WELL. I SHOWED THE SERVICE ADVISOR THE VIDEO OF THE PROBLEM, BUT THEY COULDN'T FIX IT IF THEY CAN'T REPLICATE IT. I CONTACTED TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE AGAIN TO ADDRESS THESE TWO PROBLEMS. I THINK 2019 TOYOTA YARIS IS A LEMON VEHICLE WITH NOT MANY SOLD, THEREFORE UNLIKELY FOR TOYOTA TO TAKE ACTION IF THERE IS NO CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT MANDATING THEM. PERHAPS IT MADE FINANCIAL SENSE SIMILAR TO THE FORD PINTO. I WOULD ADVISE MORE PEOPLE WITH 2019 TOYOTA YARIS TO POST HERE, SO NHTSA COULD INVESTIGATE, CALL TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE SO THEY CAN ACCOUNT FOR THE PROBLEMS, OR REACH OUT TO A LAWYER, BECAUSE YOU SHOULD NOT BE FIXING A NEW CAR TO THIS EXTENT...

ODI #11375457ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

THIS MORNING (11/19/2020) AT APPROXIMATELY 4:50AM I TURNED ON MY CAR AND SAT IN THE DRIVEWAY TO LET IT WARM UP. USUALLY WHILE IT WARMS UP I GET MY BLUETOOTH CONNECTED AND GET MY MUSIC GOING, BUT THIS TIME IT WOULDN'T CONNECT. I FIGURED MY HUSBAND HAD BEEN PLAYING AROUND WITH THE SETTINGS AGAIN SO I HAD HIM COME OUTSIDE TO LOOK AT IT. IT STILL WOULDN'T EVEN BRING UP OUR PHONES SO I SHUT THE CAR OFF, WAITED MAYBE 30 SECONDS AND TURNED IT BACK ON. THIS TIME IT BROUGHT UP OUR PHONES BUT STILL WOULDN'T CONNECT AND A MESSAGE POPPED UP ON THE SCREEN SAYING "UNABLE TO CONNECT- UNKNOWN ERROR". AT THIS POINT I SAID FORGET IT, I'VE GOT TO GET TO WORK. I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE AND IMMEDIATELY NOTICED THAT THE BACK-UP CAMERA WASN'T WORKING. FIGURED I'VE ALREADY GOT AN APPOINTMENT WITH TOYOTA IN THE MORNING SO I'LL BRING THAT TO THEIR ATTENTION AS WELL. BEFORE I MADE IT OUT OF TOWN I STARTED SMELLING A FAINT BURNING WIRE SMELL AGAIN. EVERY TIME I MENTIONED IT TO MY HUSBAND HE'D SAY HE COULDN'T SMELL IT SO I THOUGHT MAYBE I WAS IMAGINING IT. FINALLY MADE IT TO THE HIGHWAY WELL ON MY WAY TO WORK AND DECIDED TO TRY THE CRUISE CONTROL. GOT TO THE SPEED LIMIT, TURNED IT ON, DROVE FOR A FEW, GOT PARANOID ABOUT DEER AND DECIDED TO TURN IT OFF. IT DID NOT TURN OFF. I PRESSED THE OFF BUTTON AND IT ACCELERATED. TRIED THE OFF BUTTON AGAIN AND AGAIN IT ACCELERATED. TRIED THE DOWN BUTTON, ACCELERATED AGAIN. THOUGHT MAYBE THERE'S A CROSSED WIRE SO I TRIED THE UP BUTTON, YOU GUESSED IT. STARTED GOING FASTER. IT ALLOWED ME TO BREAK AND STOP SO I PULLED OVER AND TURNED OFF THE CAR FOR A FEW MINUTES. WHEN I TURNED IT BACK ON EVERYTHING WAS FUNCTIONAL AND WAS STILL FUNCTIONING AS EXPECTED AFTER WORK. TO BE CLEAR, I DID NOT TRY THE CRUISE CONTROL AGAIN.

ODI #11359776FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

THE CAR BROKE DOWN IN THE HEAT. THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER VEHICLE STOPPED. THE VEHICLE COOLED OFF AFTER 1 HOUR IT STARTED. WE TOOK TO TOYOTA. THEY THOUGHT IT WAS A BATTERY. THEY REPLACED IT. THE BROKE DOWN ON THE SAME ISSUE 1 WEEK LATER. WE TOOK IT AGAIN TO TOYOTA. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH IT. WE TOOK IT HOME. IT BROKE DOWN AGAIN ON THE 09/01/2020. THE CAR HAS BEEN THERE SINCE TH 1ST OF THE MONTH. IT IS FUEL ISSUE PROBLEM AND THERE IS A LOT OF CARS OUT THERE FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PARTS ARE ALL ON BACK ORDER NOW. THATS WHY IT IS TAKING SO LONG. THE PARTS ARE BACK ORDER UNTIL THE 24TH OF THE MONTH. WE ARE GOING TO REPORT THIS CAR HAS A LEMON.

ODI #11309980UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SINCE THE 11TH MONTH OF OWNING THE AIR CONDITIONING IS NOT WORKING WHEN USED IN LONG DRIVES OF MORE THAN 1 HOUR. THE BLOWER START TO LOOSE POWER AND THEN NO MORE COLD. THE BLOWER KEEP BLOWING AIR BUT SLOW, NO COLD BREEZE. THIS HAPPEN WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION IN THE HIGHWAY.

ODI #11241985ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 4TH DROVE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES DOWN ROUTE 650 ON NEW HAMPSHIRE AVENUE, SILVER SPRING, MD. STOPPED AT THE ATM ENROUTE TO CHURCH. GOT BACK INTO THE VEHICLE AND TRAVELLED APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE PROCEEDING TO THE EAST WEST HIGHWAY EXIT ON LEFT. SUDDENLY THE CAR STARTED MAKING A PULLING OR STRAINING NOISE. I WAS SHOCKED SINCE THE CAR WAS BRAND NEW AND I HAD RECENTLY JUST PURCHASED THE CAR. SUDDENLY THE CAR LOCKED AND I HAD NO CONTROL OF IT. I INDICATED TO THE CAR IN BACK TO GO AROUND ME. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED UP THE EMERGENCY BRAKE SINCE I HAD NO CONTROL OF THE CAR AND COASTED ACROSS THE STREET AND PARKED. THEN I CALLED ROAD SERVICE AND INFORMED THEM WHAT HAD OCCURRED. THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE CAR WAS INOPERABLE AND WOULD NEED TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE ON MONDAY. A TOW TRUCK ARRIVED ABOUT 1 HOUR LATER. THE GENTLEMAN GOT IN THE CAR AND NOW WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR BACK IN THE PARK POSITION (WHICH I WAS NOT ABLE TO DO EARLIER). HE WAS NOW ABLE TO TURN THE CAR OFF AND RESTART IT. I THEN GOT IN MY CAR DROVE AROUND WHILE THE TOW TRUCK WAITED. THEN I WENT HOME TERRIBLY SHAKEN UP AT WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPPENED.

ODI #11234880VISIBILITY/WIPER

DEFECTIVE WINDSHIELD THAT IS A SAFETY HAZARD. MAKES IT HARD TO JUDGE DISTANCE TO THE CURB OR VEHICLE NEXT TO YOU. FEAR GETTING INTO ACCIDENT WITH CURRENT WINDSHIELD HOWEVER TOYOTA STATES IT IS NORMAL EVEN THOUGH IT DISTORTS YOUR VISION WHEN DRIVING. AFTER FIVE MONTHS TOYOTA HAS DONE NOTHING TO CORRECT THE DEFECT AND ENSURE MY SAFETY WHILE DRIVING THEIR CAR.

ODI #11218385STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS

WITH ONLY 500 MILES ON IT I HAD ALIGNMENT ISSUE WITH THIS BRAND NEW CAR TOYOTA YARIS 2019 WHICH WAS PURCHASED ON APR 2019. AFTER I TOOK MY CAR TO TUSTIN TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, THEY FIXED THE ALIGNMENT FOR THE FIRST TIME I HAD THE SAME ISSUE I TOOK MY CAR THERE FOR THE SECOND TIME THEY SAID NOTHING WRONG WITH IT WHILE I HAD DOCUMENT OF ALIGNMENT FAILED WHICH IM ATTACHING IT. I STILL HAVE SAFETY PROBLEM THAT IS EITHER RELATED TO STEERING,TIER, SUSPENSION, BEAM TORSION OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT CAUSE MY CAR FEELING LIKE DRIFTING OR SLIDING TO RIGHT OR LEFT WHILE DRIVING AROUND 60MPH OR ABOVE. FEELS LIKE DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SNOWY ROAD. I CANT HAVE MY CAR CONTROLLED EVEN THOUGH BY HOLDING THE STEERING VERY TIGHT AND ITS A HUGE ROAD WITH SO MANY TRUCKS WHICH CAN BE SO DANGEROUS. I HAVE PASSED 2 SERIOUS ACCIDENT ALREADY AND HAVE A FEELING THIS CAR WITH 185 INCH TIER IS ONLY DESIGNED FOR CITY OR FOR SPEED BELOW 60AND THATS HOW MET TOYOTA SAFETY AND EXPECTATION AS THEY CONFIRMING THEIR SAFETY AND NOT PROVIDING ANY OTHER HELP!!! VERY DISAPPOINTED SUCH A BIG COMPANY IS RE BADGING MAZDA 2 AND SELL IT UNDER TOYOTA WITH SAFETY ISSUE. THEY NEED TO GET RECALL ON THESE TYPE OF CAR IF THEY THINK THIS CAR DOESNT HAVE ANY ISSUE AND THE CAR IS TOTALLY FINE BEFORE SOME BIG LAWSUIT IS TAKING PLACE. I CONCERN ABOUT MY AND OTHER VEHICLE SAFETY WHILE DRIVING AND NEED TO REPORT THIS TO TAKE SOME ACTION

ODI #11218380STEERING

WITH ONLY 500 MILES ON IT I HAD ALIGNMENT ISSUE WITH THIS BRAND NEW CAR TOYOTA YARIS 2019. AFTER FIX THAT I STILL HAD SAFETY PROBLEM THAT IS EITHER RELATED TO STEERING,TIER, SUSPENSION, BEAM TORSION OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT CAUSE MY CAR FEELING LIKE DRIFTING OR SLIDING TO RIGHT OR LEFT WHILE DRIVING AROUND 60 OR ABOVE. FEELS LIKE DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SNOWY ROAD. I CANT HAVE MY CAR CONTROLLED EVEN THOUGHT BY HOLDING THE STEERING VERY TIGHT. I HAVE PASSED 2 SERIOUS ACCIDENT ALREADY AND HAVE A FEELING THIS CAR WITH 185 INCH TIER IS ONLY DESIGNED FOR CITY OR FOR SPEED BELOW 60 MPH AND THATS HOW MET TOYOTA SAFETY AND EXPECTATION!!! VERY DISAPPOINTED SUCH A BIG COMPANY IS RE BADGING MAZDA 2 AND SELL IT UNDER TOYOTA WITH SAFETY ISSUE. THEY NEED TO GET RECALL ON THESE TYPE OF CAR IF THEY THINK THIS CAR DOESNT HAVE ANY ISSUE AND THE CAR IS TOTALLY FINE BEFORE SOME BIG LAWSUIT IS TAKING PLACE. I CONCERN ABOUT MY AND OTHER VEHICLE SAFETY WHILE DRIVING AND NEED TO REPORT AND FOLLOW UP ON THIS

ODI #11172589EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE

I WENT TO DEALERSHIP ON WESTERN 1/7/19 BOUGHT A NEW VEHICLE 2019 TOYOTA YARIS LE THE SAME DAY THE VEHICLE STOPPED ON ME WHILE IN TRAFFIC ON 33RD AND KING DRIVE ALL THE LIGHTS TURNED RED AND CAME EVEN BEFORE LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE AGENT IGNOCIO TOLD ME THAT 'IT'S NOTHING IT WILL GO AWAY'. THE SAME THING HAPPENED 1/11/19 AND 1/25/19 IN TRAFFIC ON LAKESHORE DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHILE IN DRIVE MODE AND ALL LIGHTS CAME ON AGAIN WINDOWS WERE STUCK DOORS WERE NOT UNLOCKING AND THE KEY WAS IN THE VEHICLE AS WELL. I WAS SCARED FOR MY LIFE AND COULD BEEN KILLED THAT DAY. TOYOTA DEALERSHIP IS NOT DOING ANYTHING ABOUT THE ISSUE I TOLD THEM THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT BECAUSE THERE IS NO WAY A BRAND NEW VEHICLE WILL HAVE ENGINE LIGHT INCLUDING ALL OTHER LIGHTS ON AND STOP ON ON ITS ONW IN TRAFFIC.

HighFUEL PUMP issue detected

Engine stalling at speed — fuel delivery failure can cause sudden loss of power in traffic or on highways

HighDEF issue detected

Engine derate or no-start condition — DEF system failure puts vehicle into limp mode limiting speed to 5mph

Annual complaints and reliability score for TOYOTA Yaris — recall years marked in red
04705010020192020202120222023202420252026Complaints/yrReliability (0–100)
Annual complaints (left axis)
Reliability score 0–100 (right axis, higher = safer)
Crash-involved complaints that year
Chart Analysis

The blue line shows 26 total NHTSA complaints filed over 6 years, with the worst year being 2021 (7 complaints).

The amber reliability line shows an improving trend — scores have risen from the earlier years toward 88/100 more recently, suggesting the most serious issues are older and may have been addressed through repairs or recalls.

Notably, despite 26 complaints on file, no recall has been issued — either the defect pattern has not met NHTSA's threshold for a formal campaign, or a recall may be forthcoming.

Red dots on the amber line flag 2024, a year when complaints included crash events — these are the highest-severity incidents in the dataset.

Details & Analysis
Financial
$35,614
~$594/mo over 5 yrs
$0.4/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$11,500
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$5,114

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $35,614 (~$594/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

3 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$1,500
Total recommended deduction−$1,500
HIGH
Inspect for fuel pump issue detected — ask for repair records
Engine stalling at speed — fuel delivery failure can cause sudden loss of power in traffic or on highways
HIGH
Inspect for def issue detected — ask for repair records
Engine derate or no-start condition — DEF system failure puts vehicle into limp mode limiting speed to 5mph
HIGH
Verify recall EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS has been repaired
Recall on record for: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris i
HIGH
Verify recall FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP has been repaired
Recall on record for: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Yaris, Yaris Hatchback, and Yaris Sedan
HIGH
Verify recall EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS has been repaired
Recall on record for: Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: SERVICE BRAKES
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: ENGINE
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.
5%
18-month
10%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 10%

5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions
Full Coverage
$1,650–$2,090/yr
~$138–$174/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
7-year-old vehicle: −7% (moderate depreciation)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

TOYOTA has been fined $1217M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2014: Criminal settlement — concealed unintended acceleration defects for years before recall.

2014$1200MCriminal settlement — concealed unintended acceleration defects for years before recall
2012$17MFailure to promptly notify NHTSA of power window defect

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Vehicle Identity

VIN3MYDLBYV8KY505105
Model Year2019
MakeTOYOTA
ModelYaris
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR

Body & Configuration

Body StyleSedan/Saloon
Doors4
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Engine Cylinders4
Displacement (L)1.5
Horsepower106

Manufacturer

ManufacturerMAZDA MOTOR MANUFACTURING DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Assembly CityGUANAJUATO
Assembly CountryMEXICO

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)3MY
Check Digit (Char 9)8
Model Year Code (Char 10)K
Plant Code (Char 11)Y
Sequence (Chars 12–17)505105

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count3
NHTSA Complaint Count26
3
1
M
2
Y
3
D
4
L
5
B
6
Y
7
V
8
8
9
K
10
Y
11
5
12
0
13
5
14
1
15
0
16
5
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
3
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
M
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
Y
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
DLBYV
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
8
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
K
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
Y
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
505105
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
Mexico
From VIN position 1 (3)
Model Year Character
"K" → 2019
Could also be 1989
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm

Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 5/28/2026, 3:14:33 AM.