2021 Toyota C-HR

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2021 Toyota C-HR
RENDERED 2026-09-16T10:38:08.671Z

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 PER YEAR

2021: 34 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2018	316
2019	107
2020	62
2021	34
2022	2
2026	7

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

POWER TRAIN 47%

47% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.

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There was a sound that the car was making. Took in to the Toyota of Ashland dealership they could not repair it. The CVT bearing needs replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260910

Driving to [XXX] from [XXX] to visit my [XXX] mother. Stopped in [XXX] called my brother to come fallow me the rest of the way because a noise that started under the car was very disturbing. My brother fallowed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260908

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 15%

15% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.

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The contact owns a 2021 Toyota C-HR. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the message "Service Vehicle Now" was displayed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250124

Also filed under ENGINE

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 12%

12% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and radar.

CRASH INJURY

SEAT BELTS 9%

9% of complaints: seat belts — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

SERVICE BRAKES 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes — 2 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20220422 — forward collision avoidance

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 C-HR vehicles. The radar sensor may not have been activated during production, making the pre-collision system (PCS) inoperative.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and activate the radar sensor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA02.

Campaign 22V107000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2021 Toyota C-HR — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for power train issues (16 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 22V107000 (forward collision avoidance) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2021 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 2021 Toyota C-HR?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Toyota C-HR have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.