2020 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
72% of complaints: power train — 38 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
While taking off in my 2020 Toyota C-HR on the highway, the CVT transmission suddenly failed, resulting in an immediate and significant loss of propulsion power.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260423
9% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
While taking off in my 2020 Toyota C-HR on the highway, the CVT transmission suddenly failed, resulting in an immediate and significant loss of propulsion power.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260423
6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
While taking off in my 2020 Toyota C-HR on the highway, the CVT transmission suddenly failed, resulting in an immediate and significant loss of propulsion power.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260423
4% of complaints: wheels — 2 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WAS TURNING A CORNER AND MY CAR LOST CONTROL AND MESSED UP THE FRONT END
NHTSA ODI report, 20210416
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
2020 Toyota C-HR — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V877000 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2020 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 2020 Toyota C-HR?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 72% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Toyota C-HR have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.