MYRModel Year Report

2023 Toyota Corolla

▲ Better than typical
2023 Toyota Corolla
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:38:44.567Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Corolla Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2023 highlighted. 1980: 2 complaints 1980 1981: 3 complaints 1982: 5 complaints 1983: 1 complaints 1984: 6 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 14 complaints 1988: 26 complaints 1989: 23 complaints 1990: 27 complaints 1991: 73 complaints 1992: 65 complaints 1992 1993: 134 complaints 1994: 184 complaints 1995: 176 complaints 1996: 129 complaints 1997: 135 complaints 1998: 225 complaints 1998 1999: 155 complaints 2000: 145 complaints 2001: 133 complaints 2002: 117 complaints 2003: 720 complaints 2004: 477 complaints 2004 2005: 853 complaints 2006: 839 complaints 2007: 836 complaints 2008: 314 complaints 2009: 1459 complaints 2010: 1244 complaints 2010 2011: 584 complaints 2012: 445 complaints 2013: 201 complaints 2014: 268 complaints 2015: 219 complaints 2016: 214 complaints 2016 2017: 178 complaints 2018: 133 complaints 2019: 201 complaints 2020: 304 complaints 2021: 185 complaints 2022: 98 complaints 2022 2023: 73 complaints 2023 2024: 63 complaints 2025: 31 complaints 2026: 15 complaints 2026
2023: 73 complaints
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YearComplaints
19802
19813
19825
19831
19846
19853
19863
198714
198826
198923
199027
199173
199265
1993134
1994184
1995176
1996129
1997135
1998225
1999155
2000145
2001133
2002117
2003720
2004477
2005853
2006839
2007836
2008314
20091459
20101244
2011584
2012445
2013201
2014268
2015219
2016214
2017178
2018133
2019201
2020304
2021185
202298
202373
202463
202531
202615

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STEERING 22%

22% of complaints: steering — 16 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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This is the 3rd time it’s happened. It seems to happen after it’s rained and it’s wet and humid outside. I was at a red light waiting for it to change.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230215

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 21%

21% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

CRASH
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My door actuators are going out on all my doors started with the driver door then the passenger rear door and now my driver rear door.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260905

ENGINE 18%

18% of complaints: engine — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 15%

15% of complaints: exterior lighting — 11 distinct reports on file.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 12%

12% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20230908 — air bags, steering

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350...

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Campaign 23V480000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250117 — steering

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24TB13/24TA13.

Campaign 24V878000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250317 — air bags, steering

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly...

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Campaign 25V040000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2023 Toyota Corolla — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 23V480000 (air bags, steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V878000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V040000 (air bags, steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2025 ▲ 2024 ▲ 1992

WORST YEARS

■ 2009 ■ 2010 ■ 2005

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Toyota Corolla reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Toyota Corolla is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Corolla?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota Corolla have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.