MYRModel Year Report

2018 Toyota C-HR

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2018 Toyota C-HR
BUILT 2026-09-02

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota C-HR Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2018: 313 complaints 2018 2019: 107 complaints 2019 2020: 59 complaints 2020 2021: 32 complaints 2021 2022: 2 complaints 2022 2026: 7 complaints 2026
2018: 313 complaints
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YearComplaints
2018313
2019107
202059
202132
20222
20267

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

POWER TRAIN 66%

66% of complaints: power train — 206 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASH INJURY
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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, 20180705

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, 20260724

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, 20260715

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 38 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: electrical system — 28 distinct reports on file.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 8%

8% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 24 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes — 20 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20171129 — parking brake

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.

Campaign 17V717000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Toyota C-HR — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (206 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (38 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (28 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 17V717000 (parking brake) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.