2018 Toyota Yaris

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2018 Toyota Yaris
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:38:47.002Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Yaris Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 258 complaints 2008: 218 complaints 2008 2009: 92 complaints 2010: 90 complaints 2010 2011: 25 complaints 2012: 35 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 2 complaints 2014 2015: 15 complaints 2016: 5 complaints 2016 2017: 15 complaints 2018: 4 complaints 2018 2019: 26 complaints 2020: 9 complaints 2020
2018: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
20065
2007258
2008218
200992
201090
201125
201235
20139
20142
201515
20165
201715
20184
201926
20209

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

2 of 4 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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TAKATA RECALL MY WIFE WAS HIT IN THE FRONT END AND NO AIRBAGS WENT OFF

NHTSA ODI report, 20181012

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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AT 19000 MILES I STARTED EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH MY BREAKING SOMETIMES THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES WOULD WORK AND SOMETIMES THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE DID NOT IN THE BRAKES WILL LOCK UP AND SO WOULD THE TIRES .

NHTSA ODI report, 20190308

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH
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AT 19000 MILES I STARTED EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH MY BREAKING SOMETIMES THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES WOULD WORK AND SOMETIMES THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE DID NOT IN THE BRAKES WILL LOCK UP AND SO WOULD THE TIRES .

NHTSA ODI report, 20190308

SEAT BELTS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20190823 — equipment

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect.

Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.

Campaign 19V503000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Toyota Yaris — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V503000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2018 Toyota Yaris 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 2018 Toyota Yaris?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Yaris 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.