Is the 2018 Toyota C-HR reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota C-HR?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota C-HR have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2018 Toyota C-HR

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2018 Toyota C-HR
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 319
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2018: 319 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2018	319
2019	111
2020	65
2021	34
2022	3
2026	8

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

66% · 211 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Toyota C-HR. While the vehicle was unoccupied and parked, it rolled backwards, crashed into a pole, and then started to roll forward. The contact had to jump into the vehicle to stop it from rolling.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-05

The contact owns a 2018 Toyota C-HR. The contact stated that while driving over a bumpy road surface, the message "See Dealer" was displayed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-24

Also filed under Parking brake

I am experiencing a severe and hazardous failure of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) bearing. While driving, the vehicle produces a loud, persistent humming noise that increases in volume with higher RPMs.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-15

Engine

12% · 38 reports

Electrical system

9% · 28 reports

Forward collision avoidance

8% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASHINJURY

Service brakes

7% · 21 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2017-11-29Parking brake17V717000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota CH-R vehicles.

Remedy: Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will update the programming of the skid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0W.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Toyota C-HR — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 211 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 38 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 28 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V717000 · Parking brake

FAQ

Is the 2018 Toyota C-HR reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota C-HR?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota C-HR have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.