2026 Toyota Corolla
Only 18 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 18 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 | 721 |
| 2004 | 477 |
| 2005 | 854 |
| 2006 | 840 |
| 2007 | 836 |
| 2008 | 314 |
| 2009 | 1,459 |
| 2010 | 1,244 |
| 2011 | 584 |
| 2012 | 446 |
| 2013 | 201 |
| 2014 | 270 |
| 2015 | 220 |
| 2016 | 215 |
| 2017 | 178 |
| 2018 | 136 |
| 2019 | 204 |
| 2020 | 310 |
| 2021 | 188 |
| 2022 | 100 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2024 | 65 |
| 2025 | 31 |
| 2026 | 18 |
Known problem areas
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes.
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On February 19, 2026, at only 80 driven miles in this new 2026 Toyota Corolla hatchback, while moving slowly in reverse on dry pavement with no throttle input, no sharp steering and no misuse of the brake the vehicle spun out of control 4-5 times in...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-21
Also filed under Electrical system
Vehicle speed control
2 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Suspension
2 of 18 total reports mention: suspension.
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Purchase car at the end of July 2 weeks later heard a not a rattling sound while driving the vehicle. Took the vehicle for a service appointment at the dealership. I purchased it from.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-20
Steering
2 of 18 total reports mention: steering.
Electrical system
2 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system.
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I own a 2026 Toyota Corolla purchased in November 2025.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21
Also filed under Power train
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-04-20Exterior lighting26V110000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Corolla vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights during service.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front headlight assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA05.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Toyota Corolla — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V110000 · Exterior lighting
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2026 Toyota Corolla 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 2026 Toyota Corolla?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota Corolla have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.