2019 Toyota C-HR
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 292 |
| 2019 | 101 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
53% of complaints: power train — 54 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA C-HR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, IT REVERSED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181123
9% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 5 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE SITTING STATIONARY IN THE DRIVEWAY, 4500 MILES ON THE VEHICLE ONE MORNING I NOTICED A LARGE CRACK HAD APPEARED ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD, THE CRACK ORIGINATED AT THE TOP EDGE OF THE WINDSHIELD APPROXIMATELY 52 CM FROM RIGHT SIDE AND 61.5 CM FROM...
NHTSA ODI report, 20200606
4% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Toyota C-HR vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle hub bearing bolts. If a bolt is found to be loose or detached, the dealer will replace the rear axle hub bearing assembly and rear axle carrier sub-assembly, free of charge.
Campaign 18V710000 — check if this car was fixed
Gulf 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.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.
Campaign 19V244000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C-HR and 2020 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles equipped with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seat belt assembly production dates, and replace the assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020.
Campaign 19V877000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Toyota C-HR — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (54 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V710000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V244000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V877000 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2019 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 2019 Toyota C-HR?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota C-HR have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.