1991 TOYOTA COROLLA
1 recalls, 96 complaints - 38 TSBs
10E002000 Feb 11, 2010
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE ... Read more
Consequence
THE ABSENCE OF THE WELD CAN ALLOW THE STRUT TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION UNDER CERTAIN EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS WHICH COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO SURROUNDING VEHICLE COMPONENTS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.
Complaint Statistics
96 total complaints
22 crashes 3 fires 12 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 13 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | 11 |
| TIRES | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 5 |
| SEAT BELTS | 5 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 3 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 3 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH | 2 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jan 7, 2014
Incident date: Dec 16, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING THE COLD WEATHER, SHE WAS UNABLE TO UNLOCK HER DOOR FROM THE INSIDE. THE CONTACT STATED DUE TO THE COLD, AND THAT THE DOOR LOCK DID NOT HAVE RIDGES, SHE WAS UNABLE TO PULL THE LOCK IN THE UPWARD POSITION AND EXIT THE VEHICLE.... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 18, 2010
Incident date: Jul 10, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 TOYOTA COROLLA DX SEDAN. THE CONTACT STATED HE WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK AT 3 MPH. THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE MORE RAPIDLY. THE CONTACT THEN ENGAGED ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
SEATS
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
SEAT BELTS
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
VISIBILITY
Feb 27, 2010
Incident date: Feb 11, 2010
I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA. I WAS PULLED OVER ONE TIME BY THE NASHUA POLICE IN 2007 ALLEGING THAT MY VEHICLE WAS SWERVING. I COULDN'T FEEL IF IT DOES..BUT COUPLE WEEKS AGO I OBSERVED IT VERY CLOSELY.AND YES IT DOES SWERVED. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO THE LIST OF MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT THAT THE SECOND TIME ... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Feb 24, 2010
Incident date: Aug 19, 2007
MY CAR ACCELERATED ON REVERSE WHEREIN INSTEAD OF MAKING A 90 DEGREES ANGLE THE CAR WENT SWIPING IN 180 DEGREES. BOTH TIMES WAS RAINY. BOTH TIMES THE HEADLIGHTS & THE WINDSHIELD WIPER & THE BACK WINDOW DEFOGGER IS ON. DURING THIS BACK UP WHEN I TURN MY HEAD , THE REAR BACK WINDSHIELD WAS VERY BLURRY... Read more
Crash
2 injured
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Feb 24, 2010
Incident date: Aug 19, 2007
MY CAR ACCELERATED ON REVERSE WHEREIN INSTEAD OF MAKING A 90 DEGREES ANGLE THE CAR WENT SWIPING IN 180 DEGREES. BOTH TIMES WAS RAINY. BOTH TIMES THE HEADLIGHTS & THE WINDSHIELD WIPER & THE BACK WINDOW DEFOGGER IS ON. DURING THIS BACK UP WHEN I TURN MY HEAD , THE REAR BACK WINDSHIELD WAS VERY BLURRY... Read more
Crash
2 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 24, 2010
Incident date: Aug 19, 2007
MY CAR ACCELERATED ON REVERSE WHEREIN INSTEAD OF MAKING A 90 DEGREES ANGLE THE CAR WENT SWIPING IN 180 DEGREES. BOTH TIMES WAS RAINY. BOTH TIMES THE HEADLIGHTS & THE WINDSHIELD WIPER & THE BACK WINDOW DEFOGGER IS ON. DURING THIS BACK UP WHEN I TURN MY HEAD , THE REAR BACK WINDSHIELD WAS VERY BLURRY... Read more
Crash
2 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Jul 11, 2007
Incident date: Jul 7, 2007
AFTER BUYING A USED 1991 TOYOTA COROLA I NOTICED 3 OUT OF 5 SEAT BELTS IN THIS CAR WERE DEFECTIVE. THE RETRACTOR ON THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT LATCH WHEN I PULLED ON IT QUICKLY. MY WIFE AND I DID NOT EVEN NOTICE WHEN WE WERE TEST DRIVING THE CAR. THEY APPEARED TO BE FINE. I BELIEVE THERE WERE MANY ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jun 8, 2005
Incident date: Jun 7, 2005
DT: CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT THE DOOR MOUNTED SEAT BELT. THE SHOULDER BELT COMES TO THE RIGHT SIDE AND CONNECTS TO THE DOOR. THE DOOR OPENS UP, AND CONSUMER IS NOT BELTED IN.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 1, 2004
Incident date: Jun 1, 2004
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONSUMER NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY AND AS THE VEHICLE HAD... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Oct 1, 2004
Incident date: Jun 1, 2004
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONSUMER NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY AND AS THE VEHICLE HAD... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Feb 25, 2004
CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT ACCELERATOR CONTROLS. VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE WITHOUT THE ASSISTANCE OF THE DRIVER. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND IT WAS CHECKED ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, BUR PROBLEM WAS NOT RESOLVED. *AK
AIR BAGS
Jan 14, 2004
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION REGARDING HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATED WITH AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.*MR *CB *JB
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Nov 25, 2003
Incident date: Jul 5, 2003
REAR PASSENGER TIRE SUFFERED TIRE TREAD SEPARATION WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH. *MR THE CONSUMER HEARD A SLAPPING/BANGING NOISE THAT HAD COME FROM THE REAR UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER PULLED TO THE SHOULDER AND DISCOVERED THE REAR TIRE HAD COME OFF AS IF IT WERE SLICED. THE CONSUMER WAS DE... Read more
TIRES
Dec 6, 2002
Incident date: Nov 21, 2002
CONSUMER STATED ALL 4 TIRES SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING. TS *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jul 29, 2002
Incident date: Jul 20, 2002
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
TIRES
May 29, 2002
WHILE DRIVING THE REAR TIRE BLEW OUT, WHILE CONTINUING TO DRIVE, THE LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BECOME UNDRIVEABLE, VEHICLE CAME TO A REST ON THE RIGHT BERM, THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE, NO SPECIFIC TIRE INFORMATION GIVEN, OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT. *TT
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
May 9, 2002
Incident date: May 5, 2002
WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING FRONT END LOCKED UP. CONSUMER PUT VEHICLE IN PARK AND ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING.*AK
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Sep 28, 2001
Incident date: Sep 26, 2001
RIGHT FRONT OUTER TIE ROD CAME OUT AND SEPARATED. WHEEL TURNED A 90 DEGREE ANGLE CONTACTED DEALER. *AK *YH
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jul 9, 2001
Incident date: Mar 30, 1995
THE DOOR STRUCTURE MECHANISMS HAVE PERSISTENTLY FAILED ON THIS CAR. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE FIVE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES. I ALSO HAVE HAD THE DOOR MECHANISM FAIL TWICE IN SUCH AS WAY THAT THE DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE AND WHEN THE WINDOW IS PUT DOWN, THE DOOR AUTOMATICALLY OPENS. THIS SE... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Jul 2, 2001
DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS FAILED TO LATCH IN BUCKLE HOUSING MECHANISM, PREVENTING OCCUPANTS FROM USING SEAT BELTS. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED MANUFACTURER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jun 25, 2001
Incident date: Jun 15, 1995
FIVE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES AND ONE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE HAD BROKEN OFF. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND UNWILLING TO ASSIST. VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. NOT COVERED UNDER A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL. PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Feb 26, 2001
THE PLASTIC DOOR HANDLES W/SPRINGS NEED TO BE RECALLED. AT $25 A DOOR HANDLE, IT'S OBVIOUS TOYOTA MADE THEM THAT WAY TO MAKE MONEY! I LOVE THIS CAR AND HAVE GOTTEN MY MONIES WORTH, BUT THE MANIFOLD AND DOOR HANDLES NEED TO BE INVESTIGATED. THE SPRING IN THE DOOR HANDLES DO NOT HOLD UP. THE HANDLES... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Feb 26, 2001
Incident date: Jun 1, 1992
DEFROSTER HASN'T WORKED SINCE PURCHASE DATE; EXHAUST MANIFOLD CRACKED 3 TIMES. *AK
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2001
Incident date: Jun 1, 1992
DEFROSTER HASN'T WORKED SINCE PURCHASE DATE; EXHAUST MANIFOLD CRACKED 3 TIMES. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Nov 27, 2000
Incident date: Dec 15, 1999
THREE OF MY DOOR HANDLES ON MY 1991 COROLLA SEDAN ARE NO LONGER FUNCTIONING. THEY CRACKED WHEN PASSENGERS ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE DOORS FROM THE INSIDE. NO FORCE OR ABUSE WAS EVER APPLIED TO THE MECHANISM. I FEEL THAT THIS IS AN EXTREME DANGER TO MY LIFE AND THOSE OF MY PASSENGERS, SINCE THEY WOULD... Read more
TIRES
Sep 5, 2000
Incident date: Aug 25, 2000
TIRE LOST ENTIRE CAP ON INTERSTATE-LUCKILY NO ONE INJURED-DAMAGED REAR LEFT BUMPER/HAVE KEPT TIRE AND TREAD-AM CONTACTING FIRESTONE SERVICE CENTER TODAY( DOT NUMBER: HAYEVF7A TIRE SIZE: 17S/70RS13 )
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS
Mar 21, 2000
WHENEVER BRAKES WERE APPLIED REAR BRAKES VIBRATED. THEY LATER CRACKED. THIS WOULD CAUSE DRIVER TO LOSE BRAKING ABILITY. PROBLEM FIRST APPEARED ON LEFT SIDE WHILE DRIVING ON ROUGH ROAD. WAS USING EMERGENCY BRAKES. CURRENTLY, PROBLEM ON RIGHT SIDE. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Mar 20, 2000
WHILE COMING TO A STOP VEHICLE LOCKED UP DUE TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE, CAUSING A SAFTEY HAZARD. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Mar 1, 2000
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 7, 1999
Incident date: Jul 7, 1999
THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT THE OIL PAN HAS RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH IN THIS VEHICLE. THE PEOPLE I'VE TALKED TO IN THE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY (FAMILY AND FRIENDS) TELL ME THAT THIS IS EXTREMELY COMMON IN TOYOTA VEHICLES. MORE THAN 5 DIFFERENT PEOPLE HAD TOLD ME THAT THIS IS SO COMMON THAT THEY ARE... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Jun 30, 1999
Incident date: Jun 19, 1999
THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD CRACKED FOR NO APPARENT REASON AND HAD TO BE REPLACED, WHICH COST ABOUT $400. FROM THE INFORMATION THAT I HAVE FOUND, THERE HAVE BEEN QUITE A FEW PEOPLE WHO HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD FOR THIS MODEL. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Jun 25, 1999
Incident date: Jun 23, 1999
MY CAR WAS WELL MAINTAINED. IT WAS PARKED IN THE SUN ON A WARM (80 DEGREE) DAY AS USUAL. I GOT IN MY CAR AND EVEN BEFORE I PUT MY KEY IN THE IGNITION I HEARD A STATIC/CRACKLING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR SPEAKERS. IT DIDN'T OCCUR TO ME RIGHT AWAY THAT THE CAR ENGINE WAS OFF SO I SHOULD NOT HAVE H... Read more
Fire
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
Jun 22, 1999
RIGHT FRONT CV JOINT FAILED. MJS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 22, 1999
INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL ARCING CONDITION WHICH CAUSES PROBLEMS WITH THE RADIO/STEREO SYSTEM, UNABLE TO DETERMINE FAILURE. MJS
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jun 22, 1999
FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT DOOR HANDLES (INSIDE) FAILED. MJS
POWER TRAIN
Jun 22, 1999
SPEEDOMETER CABLE FAILED. MJS
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Jun 16, 1999
Incident date: Jun 14, 1999
VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED WHILE STANDING STILL, CAUSES DRIVER'S SEAT TO LUNGE FORWARD ONTO STEERING WHEEL AND BACKWARD ONTO REAR SEAT. DEALER/MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Feb 23, 1999
NO SUMMARY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Aug 31, 1998
Incident date: May 1, 1998
WHILE MAKING A STOP THE ENGINE WOULD STALL AND REFUSES TO RESTART AGAIN. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION . *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Aug 18, 1998
Incident date: Aug 12, 1998
INSIDE DOOR HANDLE PULLING MECHANISM, MADE OF PLASTIC, IS A RING, RING GOES DOWN AND PUSHES ON A MEDAL ROD THAT GOES THROUGH THE RING, AND ROD MAKES DOOR OPEN. THE PLASTIC RING WILL BREAK, THE ROD IS FREE TO MOVE IN TOWARD THE DOOR. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, IT MOVES INTO THE WINDOW MECHANISM, AND WHEN W... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jul 13, 1998
Incident date: Dec 1, 1997
INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES CRACK CAUSING THE HANDLE TO DISENGAGE FROM THE DOOR LATCH.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Jun 24, 1998
Incident date: Apr 9, 1998
A CRACK IN THE MANIFOLD CAUSED THE ENGINE TO BE VERY LOUD. PROBLEM HAS BEEN FIXED. *AK
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1991 TOYOTA COROLLA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 26.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,550 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 30.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Premium | $3,050 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 30.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,350 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1991 TOYOTA COROLLA
38 manufacturer communications from 23 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 3 |
| 050000 PARKING BRAKE | 2 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 2 |
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
T-SB-0032-20 Rev
Feb 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-SB-0304-17 Obs
Apr 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
T-SB-0032-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The a
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jul 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jan 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89
T-SB-0144-08_Obs
Nov 21, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0304-17
Oct 27, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis
TSB018217
Jan 6, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
T-SB-0134-14
Sep 30, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
T-SB-0134-14
Sep 30, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
T-TT-0213-13
Jan 14, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Toyota vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the
TS-BO030-01 Obso
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
T-SB-0185-13
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
T-SB-0071-11 Rev
Oct 1, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when
T-SB-0141-13
Sep 9, 2013
050000 PARKING BRAKE
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
T-SB-0141-13
Sep 9, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
T-SB-0141-13
Sep 9, 2013
050000 PARKING BRAKE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
T-TT-0213-13
Jan 3, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devi
T-SB-0071-11
Jun 13, 2011
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
T-PG007-01
May 4, 2001
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Replacement vin plates.
T-PG002-91
Jan 18, 1991
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Product general information.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA COROLLA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP14003
Opened: Sep 19, 2014 , Closed: Apr 29, 2015
Low-speed surging
The Agency received a petition on September 11, 2014 requesting an investigation into, low-speed surging in the 2006-2010 Toyota Corolla [vehicles] with ETCS-i, in which the brakes fail to stop the vehicle in time to prevent a crash.NHTSA conducted a technical review of the material cited and provid... Read more
DP11001
Opened: Apr 7, 2011 , Closed: Aug 19, 2011
Frontal Air Bag Non-deployment
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a defect petition requesting that it open an investigation of model year (MY) 2008 Toyota Corolla vehicles for the failure of the frontal air bags to deploy during an alleged serious crash. The petitioner alleges that the frontal air bags in their M... Read more
PE10008
Opened: Feb 18, 2010 , Closed: May 4, 2011
Steering Wander or Drift
On February 18, 2010, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE10-008 to investigate complaints of steering wander or drift in model year (MY) 2009 and 2010 Toyota Corolla and Matrix vehicles.The complaint descriptions indicated dissatisfaction with the on-center ste... Read more
PE09054
Opened: Nov 30, 2009 , Closed: Aug 19, 2010
Engine Stalling
On November 30, 2009, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a preliminary evaluation (PE09-054) to investigate alleged engine stalling, while driving in model year (MY) 2006 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles .In its response to ODI's information request submitted on March 2, 2010... Read more
PE97017
Opened: Apr 23, 1997 , Closed: Sep 30, 1997
AIR BAG EXHAUST FIRE
There is no summary currently available
PE88059
Opened: Jun 13, 1988 , Closed: Sep 14, 1988
DEFOGGER FIRES
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PE87051
Opened: Aug 25, 1987 , Closed: Dec 9, 1987
STEERING MALFUNCTION
===REPAIR COST REIMBURSEMENT THAT MIGHT BE MORE FORTHCOMING IF A STEERINGCONTROL PROBLEM WERE ALLEGED.TOYOTA IS CONVINCED THAT NO COMMON FAILUREEXISTS THAT COULD CAUSE A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.ANALYSIS:BASED UPON THE INFORMATION PRESENTED BY CONSUMERS AND TOYOTA,NO COMMON FAILURE MODE HAS B... Read more
DP83013
Opened: Jul 11, 1983 , Closed: Mar 27, 1984
BROKEN UNIBODY FRAME
BROKEN UNIBODY FRAME
DP79015
Opened: Dec 8, 1978 , Closed: May 2, 1979
FUEL TANK
FUEL TANK
TOYOTA COROLLA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TOYOTA COROLLA across all model years (1969, 2026).
205
Total Recalls
14,565
Total Complaints
9
Investigations
2,409
Reported Crashes
210
Reported Fires
22
Reported Deaths
TOYOTA COROLLA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 27 | View |
| 2025 | 0 | 46 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 98 | View |
| 2023 | 3 | 118 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 129 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 253 | View |
| 2020 | 3 | 395 | View |
| 2019 | 5 | 290 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 196 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 278 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 310 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 309 | View |
| 2014 | 2 | 381 | View |
| 2013 | 5 | 269 | View |
| 2012 | 5 | 496 | View |
| 2011 | 9 | 690 | View |
| 2010 | 17 | 1,580 | View |
| 2009 | 13 | 1,770 | View |
| 2008 | 6 | 378 | View |
| 2007 | 6 | 984 | View |
| 2006 | 10 | 971 | View |
| 2005 | 10 | 972 | View |
| 2004 | 13 | 560 | View |
| 2003 | 13 | 860 | View |
| 2002 | 5 | 141 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 163 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 177 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 188 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 278 | View |
| 1997 | 6 | 149 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 151 | View |
| 1995 | 7 | 226 | View |
| 1994 | 8 | 199 | View |
| 1993 | 6 | 154 | View |
| 1992 | 2 | 115 | View |
| 1991 (current) | 1 | 96 | |
| 1990 | 1 | 31 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 30 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 33 | View |
| 1987 | 0 | 15 | View |
| 1986 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 1985 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 1984 | 2 | 8 | View |
| 1983 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1982 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 1981 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 1980 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1979 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 1978 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1976 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1973 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1971 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1970 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1969 | 2 | 0 | View |