Is the 2007 Toyota Corolla reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Toyota Corolla is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Corolla?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Toyota Corolla have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Toyota Corolla

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

2007 Toyota Corolla
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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: 836
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2007: 836 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1980	2
1981	3
1982	5
1983	1
1984	6
1985	3
1986	3
1987	14
1988	26
1989	23
1990	27
1991	73
1992	65
1993	134
1994	184
1995	176
1996	129
1997	135
1998	225
1999	155
2000	145
2001	133
2002	117
2003	720
2004	477
2005	853
2006	840
2007	836
2008	314
2009	1,459
2010	1,244
2011	584
2012	446
2013	201
2014	268
2015	220
2016	214
2017	178
2018	134
2019	203
2020	308
2021	186
2022	99
2023	73
2024	64
2025	31
2026	17

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

53% · 439 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and side/window.

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Takata recallon but this is not under the recall, but I did see it there were recalled in europe just the other day for not going off as well as going off without being hit. I just wish mine had gone off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-04

At 73 miles an hour I slammed I swerved to avoid a car that had come in to my lane, I lost control and slammed in to the center divide, collided with another car and then my vehicle rolled 2-3 times and came to a stop on the drivers side.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-03

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Toyota Corolla. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a front end crash with the preceding vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was destroyed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-06-27

Vehicle speed control

11% · 95 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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The car wouldnât break a few months back causing it to smash into the person infront of me ever since then and getting repaired nothing has fixed it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-26

Also filed under Electrical system and service brakes

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Toyota Corolla. When the contact started the vehicle in the driveway and depressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle surged with a high rate of speed and crashed into the garage. The air bags did not deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-14

Also filed under Electrical system

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Toyota Corolla. While driving 2 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal, but depressed the accelerator pedal as well. The vehicle struck a pole. The bumper was scratched.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-01-17

Electrical system

11% · 89 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and fuses and circuit breakers.

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Engine and engine cooling

8% · 69 reports

Most commonly citing engine and catalytic convertor.

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Service brakes

5% · 44 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

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Safety timeline

6 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

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2007Complaint volume 836 complaints filed for this model year.
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2010-05-27Equipment10V036000 Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims."

Remedy: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The safety recall began on May 27, 2010. Owners may contact…

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2010-08-18Engineering analysisClosed 2010-09-16 Engine Stall
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2010-11-29Engine and engine cooling10V384000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) for the subject models equipped with the 1ZZ-fe engine and two-wheel drive may…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the production number of the ECM and replace the ECM if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Toyota will mail an interim owner notification the middle of…

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2014-09-19Defect petitionClosed 2015-04-29 Low-speed surging
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2015-07-13Air bags15V285000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified the agency on May 13, 2015 that they are recalling certain model year 2004 Sequoia vehicles manufactured August 18, 2003, to August 19, 2004, and 2003-2004 Tundra vehicles manufactured March...

Remedy: 2003-2004 Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles that are recalled under both 15V-043 and 15V-285 are under a Do Not Drive advisory. Owners of these vehicles are advised not to drive their vehicles until the recall remedy has been completed.

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2015-07-13Air bags15V286000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified the agency on May 13, 2015, that they are recalling 2005-2007 Lexus SC, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sequoia, and Pontiac Vibe, and 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra vehicles that were originally...

Remedy: 2003-2004 Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles that are recalled under both 15V-043 and 15V-286 are under a Do Not Drive advisory. Owners of these vehicles are advised not to drive their vehicles until the recall remedy has been completed.

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2019-10-18Air bags19V627000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Corolla, 2005-2008 Corolla Matrix, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior recall.

Remedy: Toyota will notify their owners. Pontiac Vibe owners will be notified by GM. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly or sub-assembly, free of charge. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

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2019-11-20Air bags19V741000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F,...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Toyota Corolla — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 439 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 95 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 89 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 10V036000 · Equipment
Recall 10V384000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 15V285000 · Air bags
Recall 15V286000 · Air bags
Recall 19V627000 · Air bags
Recall 19V741000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Toyota Corolla reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Toyota Corolla is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Corolla?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Toyota Corolla have?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

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