1998 TOYOTA COROLLA
4 recalls, 278 complaints - 93 TSBs
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
08E050000 Aug 11, 2008
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND A... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
06E065000 Jul 17, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIAT... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Complaint Statistics
278 total complaints
45 crashes 9 fires 37 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 34 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 18 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 14 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 12 |
| TIRES | 8 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| SEAT BELTS | 7 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 6 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | 6 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 6 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
May 26, 2022
Incident date: May 22, 2022
The contact's wife owns a 1998 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while his wife was taking items out of the trunk of the vehicle, the trunk lid closed abruptly. The contact later noticed that the trunk lid driver’s side hinge was fractured. The contact's wife did not sustain any injuries. The veh... Read more
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:DONGLE
Oct 19, 2021
Incident date: Sep 19, 2021
My auto mechanic and I, after extensive diagnosis, have confirmed that the Pulse mileage/route tracking device that Metromile car insurance had me plug into the computer port of my 1998 Toyota Corolla LE is failing or has failed, and this caused a potentially disastrous situation to develop w/my car... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 23, 2020
Incident date: Aug 26, 2020
AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON. WHEN I LOOKED UP ANY RECALLS ON THIS YEAR OF TOYOTA, THERE WERE ALOT OF COMPLAINTS AND NO FIXES. I THINK TOYOTA SHOULD FIX THIS SAFETY PROBLEM WITH THE AIR BAGS, IT IS A BIG DEAL NOT FEELIG SAFE ON THE ROAD. THE LIGHT CAME ON WHEN WE WERE DRIVING. WE TRIED TO RESET IT BUT HA... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 22, 2019
Incident date: Aug 22, 2019
TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL MY 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA IS LISTED AS ONE OF THE CARS EFFECTED BY THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL. TODAY I NOTED A BLINKING LIGHT ON MY DASH BOARD FOR THE AIRBAG. PLEASE ADVISE.
ENGINE
May 4, 2018
Incident date: May 1, 2018
THIS COMPLAINT IS ABOUT A GPS DEVICE THAT ATTACHES TO THE CAR THROUGH THE OBDII PORT. MANUFACTURERED BY AGNIK CORPORATION SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAME VYNCS. THE DEVICE, WHEN INSTALLED, HAS CAUSED INTERMITTENT STALLING OF THE VEHICLE AT LOW SPEED SUCH APPROACHING A STOP OR IDLING IN GEAR AT A STOP. THI... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 29, 2016
Incident date: Dec 25, 2016
SAFETY ISSUE!!! THE LOW MILEAGE VEHICLE HAS A STRANGE ISSUE THAT TOYOTA SEEMS UNABLE TO REPAIR! 139000.0 MILES THE VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY REFUSE TO START. T THE KEY UNLOCKS BUT ONLY SO FAR IT REFUSES TO ENGAGE THE STARTER OR ALLOW THE AUTO GEAR SELECTOR TO WORK! STRANDS MY WIFE IN THE BAD PAR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 29, 2016
Incident date: Dec 25, 2016
SAFETY ISSUE!!! THE LOW MILEAGE VEHICLE HAS A STRANGE ISSUE THAT TOYOTA SEEMS UNABLE TO REPAIR! 139000.0 MILES THE VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY REFUSE TO START. T THE KEY UNLOCKS BUT ONLY SO FAR IT REFUSES TO ENGAGE THE STARTER OR ALLOW THE AUTO GEAR SELECTOR TO WORK! STRANDS MY WIFE IN THE BAD PAR... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 14, 2016
Incident date: Jun 13, 2001
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS WERE VERY DIM AND HINDERED THE CONTACT'S VISIBILITY. THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 09E012000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING), 08E050000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING), 06E065000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING), AND 06E026000 (EXTERI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Jan 21, 2016
Incident date: Dec 20, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL SEIZED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 28, 2015
Incident date: Dec 31, 2000
THE ENGINE CONSUMES OIL AT AN ALARMING RATE SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR 15 YEARS AGO. TOLD A TOYOTA SHOP FOREMAN ME ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND HE TOLD ME THAT TOYOTA DOESN'T WANT TO ADMIT ANY FAULT. HE SAID THEY MADE THE PISTONS TOO SMALL AND THE RINGS TOO BIG. HE IS A CLOSE FRIEND WHO KNOWS I TAKE CAR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 31, 2015
Incident date: Aug 29, 2015
STARTER DID NOT STOP CRANKING, ALTHOUGH IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF AND KEY WAS REMOVED. CONTINUED CRANKING UNTIL AFTER LARGE AMOUNT OF BLACK SMOKE BILLOWED FROM ENGINE. EVENTUALLY STOPPED BEFORE CATCHING FIRE. FOUND MAIN ENGINE WIRE HARNESS MELTED, CHARRED:; STARTER CHARRED: BATTERY CASE MELTED; BATTER... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Aug 5, 2015
Incident date: Jul 6, 2015
VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FRONT END CRASH. THE SEAT/SHOULDER BELT DID NOT LOCK AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY
Crash
AIR BAGS
Aug 5, 2015
Incident date: Jul 6, 2015
VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FRONT END CRASH. THE SEAT/SHOULDER BELT DID NOT LOCK AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY
Crash
STEERING
Apr 27, 2015
Incident date: Apr 13, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY SEIZED AND THE DRIVER WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SPEED INDEPENDENTLY INCREASED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHIC... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 27, 2015
Incident date: Apr 13, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY SEIZED AND THE DRIVER WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SPEED INDEPENDENTLY INCREASED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHIC... Read more
Crash
SEAT BELTS
Jan 30, 2015
Incident date: Jan 16, 2015
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH THE DRIVER AND THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELTS WOULD NOT RETRACT AFTER BEING UTILIZED. IN ADDITION, THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT AT ALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AW... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 19, 2015
Incident date: Mar 17, 2008
AIRBAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING INTERMITTENTLY. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHO CHARGED $ 100 FOR DIAGNOSTICS AND TOLD ME IT WOULD COST $500 TO FIX. I THEN TOOK IT TO A SELF EMPLOYED MECHANIC WHO HAD WORKED FOR TOYOTA. HE SAID IT HAD JUST BECOME DISCONNECTED UNDER THE SEAT. HE WAS ABLE TO FIX IT, IT SE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 4, 2014
Incident date: Jul 14, 2011
AT THIS APPROXIMATE DATE, I BEGAN GETTING A WARNING LIGHT RE. MY AIR BAGS. MY DEALER SAID I WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE THE FAULTY STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG ASSEMBLY COSTING ME BETWEEN $1000-1500 OR MORE TO REPLACE IT. NOW, OTHER COROLLAS ARE BEING RECALLED BUT MINE IS NOT BEING RECALLED. IT APPEARS THAT ... Read more
TIRES
Feb 28, 2014
Incident date: Feb 24, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN RADIAL XDT TIRES, SIZE P185/65/R14. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE TIRES WERE WEARING PREMATURELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFAC... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Feb 23, 2013
Incident date: Feb 1, 2012
THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY LOCKED INTO THE SEAT BELT LATCH. *TR
AIR BAGS
Feb 2, 2013
Incident date: Jul 7, 2011
AIR BAG WARNING KEPT FLASHING THAT THE AIR BAGS NEEDED TO BE SERVICED. WE TOOK CAR TO DEALER, IT WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY, DEALER SAID WE WOULD HAVE TO "REPAIR IT OURSELVES" IF WE COULD FIND A CONSOLE THAT WOULD REPAIR IT AND HE THOUGHT THERE WAS ONLY ONE IN THE UNITED STATES FOR APPROXIMATELY $2000.... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Oct 18, 2012
Incident date: Jul 27, 2007
I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW SWITCHES. *TR
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 18, 2012
Incident date: Jul 27, 2007
I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW SWITCHES. *TR
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Feb 3, 2011
Incident date: Jan 27, 2008
THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WON'T OPEN BOTH FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. I TOOK IT THE TOYOTA DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE PROBLEM IS DUE TO MALFUNCTION OF THE LATCH IN DOOR. THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR IS STARTING TO SHOW THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM WAS OCCURRED SOME 2 YEARS AGO. IT WOULD CAUSE SERIOUS... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Feb 3, 2011
Incident date: Jan 27, 2008
THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WON'T OPEN BOTH FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. I TOOK IT THE TOYOTA DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE PROBLEM IS DUE TO MALFUNCTION OF THE LATCH IN DOOR. THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR IS STARTING TO SHOW THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM WAS OCCURRED SOME 2 YEARS AGO. IT WOULD CAUSE SERIOUS... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nov 22, 2010
Incident date: Jul 15, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A BROKEN RIB, FRACTURED BONE AND WHIPLASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAG... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 27, 2010
Incident date: Aug 18, 2010
MY WIFE'S 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA WAS HIT HEAD ON AT 70MPH BY A FULL SIZE PASSENGER TRUCK AND THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. SHE HAS BEEN THE SOLE OWNER OF THE VEHICLE SINCE PURCHASE. PRIOR TO THE ACCIDENT, IN THE COURSE OF OWNERSHIP, THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON PERIODICALLY. WE TOOK THE VEHICLE I... Read more
Crash
2 injured
SEAT BELTS
Apr 28, 2010
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. CONSUMER STATES SEAT BELT DEFECTIVE. *TGW SEVERAL YEARS AGO, THE SEAT BELT BEGAN FRAYING AS A RESULT OF BEING SCRAPED BY THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MECHANISM AS IT SLID THROUGH THE SLOT. THE SEAT BELT HAS LOST ABOUT ONE-THIRD OF ITS WIDTH. THE DEFECT APPEARS TO BE THE SLOT IN THE SEA... Read more
STEERING
Mar 7, 2010
Incident date: Apr 27, 2009
WHILE DRIVING HER 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA WITH APPROXIMATELY 75,000 MILES ON IT, MY MOTHER EXPERIENCED STEERING PROBLEMS WITH HER CAR AND BEFORE SHE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO STOP THE VEHICLE IT DROVE OFF THE ROAD AND HIT A TREE. SHE SAID THE CAR JERKED QUICKLY TO THE RIGHT THEN LEFT THEN RIGHT AGAIN BEFOR... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 5, 2010
Incident date: Dec 20, 1999
PERIODIC UNCONTROLLED BURSTS OF ACCELERATION ON A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA, SINCE I'VE HAD THIS CAR (1999 TO NOW). *TR
STEERING
Feb 17, 2010
Incident date: Apr 22, 2004
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY VEERED TO THE LEFT, AS IF IT WERE SLIPPING ON ICE. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A MEDIAN AFTER MOVING ACROSS FOUR LANES OF TRAFFIC AND WAS DESTROYED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HER A BACK, LEFT WRI... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 16, 2010
Incident date: Dec 1, 2002
UNCONTROLLABLE ACCELERATION IN A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. MERGING ONTO 35W S AT COUNTY C. ACCELERATED FOR MERGE. TOOK FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR AFTER MERGING. CAR KEPT ACCELERATING. PRESSED ON BRAKE AND PUT ON HAND BRAKE. THIS ONLY SLOWED ACCELERATION. I GOT OVER TO THE FAST LANE. CAR WAS DOING MORE THAN 70... Read more
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Feb 5, 2010
Incident date: Jan 2, 2005
I OWN A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. 3 OR 4 YEARS AGO I THREW AWAY MY DRIVER SIDE FLOOR MAT BECAUSE I HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT SLIDING UNDER GAS PEDAL AND THE PEDAL WOULD THEN STICK. AS OF NOW I HAVE NO FLOOR MAT AND THAT HAS RESOLVED THE PROBLEM. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 3, 2010
Incident date: Jul 1, 2005
MY 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA WILL NOT ALWAYS SHUT DOWN THE THROTTLE ON CRUISE CONTROL BY HITTING THE BRAKE OR THE CRUISE CONTROL OFF BUTTON. IT WILL PUSH YOU STRAIGHT THROUGH A STOP SIGN. I ENDED UP TAKING THE FUSE OUT OF THE CRUISE CONTROL . FIXED THE PROBLEM BUT I NO LONGER HAVE CRUISE. I TRIED TO TEL... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 1, 2010
Incident date: Oct 15, 2005
IN LIGHT OF THE RECENT TOYOTA RECALLS REGARDING STICKING GAS PEDALS, I FELT I SHOULD REPORT THAT THIS HAPPENED TO ME WITH MY 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA ABOUT FOUR YEARS AGO. THE PEDAL STUCK THREE DIFFERENT TIMES AND I DISCOVERED THAT BRAKING DID NOTHING. HOWEVER, I WAS ABLE TO GET IT TO RELEASE ALL THREE T... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 26, 2010
Incident date: Jun 15, 2008
HEADLAMPS ON 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA HAVE FOGGED COMPLETELY OVER. THE FOGGING IS ON THE EXTERNAL LENS SURFACE, NOT DUE TO MOISTURE ON THE INSIDE OF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY. ATTEMPTS TO CLEAN THE SURFACE AR TEMPORARY, WITH THE FOGGING RETURNING AFTER A FEW DAYS. THE FOGGED LENSES ARE A HAZARD AS THE LIGHT ... Read more
TIRES
Aug 8, 2009
Incident date: Jan 5, 2009
TWO YEARS AGO I REPLACED ALL THE TIRES ON MY 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA WITH A SET OF NEW KUMHO TOURING A/S 795 (175/65SR14). THE TIRES ARE NOW ABOUT 15,000 MILES OLD. THE WARRANTY STATES THEY SHOULD LAST 70,000. ON 01/05/2009 I GOT THE FIRST FLAT TIRE. IT HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED BY AUTO SERVICE AS CAUS... Read more
STRUCTURE
Sep 23, 2008
Incident date: Sep 22, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CEILING INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WAS FALLING DOWN. THE FAILURE WORSENS BY THE DAY. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE. THE DEALER REFUSES TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 94,000.
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Jul 22, 2008
Incident date: Jul 21, 2008
I HAVE RECENTLY BOUGHT A TOYOTA COROLLA 1998 AND EVERY TIME I TURN TO THE RIGHT I CAN HEAR A GRINDING NOISE ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR AND I FEAR IT WILL COME OFF AND CAUSE A ACCIDENT. I SPOKE TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID TOYOTA HAD PROBLEMS WITH A BEARING ON THAT SIDE, WOULD YOU HELP ME CO... Read more
TIRES
Jul 15, 2008
Incident date: Jul 14, 2008
BFGOODRICH 175/65/R14 TIRES PURCHASED AT SEARS WITHOUT "ROAD HAZARD" ON 4/22/2007. TIRES CLAIM TO HAVE A 60,000 MILE MANUFACTURE WARRANTY. TIRES HAVE BLOWN OUT ON THE HIGHWAY ON 3 SEPARATE INCIDENTS. THE FIRST TIME, SERVICE TECH'S WERE NOT ABLE TO DETERMINE CAUSE- NO ROAD HAZARDS. PURCHASED ANOTHER ... Read more
TIRES
Jul 14, 2008
Incident date: May 7, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES AND VALVE STEMS FAILED OVER THE COURSE OF ONE MONTH. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VALVE STEMS FAILED, WHICH INEVITABLY CAUSED THE TIRES TO FLATTEN AND FAIL. ALL FOUR TIRES AND VALVE STEMS WERE REPLACED. THE CONTACT H... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Jul 14, 2008
Incident date: May 7, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES AND VALVE STEMS FAILED OVER THE COURSE OF ONE MONTH. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VALVE STEMS FAILED, WHICH INEVITABLY CAUSED THE TIRES TO FLATTEN AND FAIL. ALL FOUR TIRES AND VALVE STEMS WERE REPLACED. THE CONTACT H... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Apr 10, 2008
Incident date: Apr 10, 2008
WHEN EVER I PUT MY CRUISE CONTROL ON, THE CAR WILL STAY AT THE SPEED THAT I SET IT AT FOR JUST A SHORT WHILE. IT THEN STARTS TO SPEED UP BY 2 MPH AND NOW IM CRUISING AT WHAT I SET IT AT +2, THEN IT WILL SPEED UP AGAIN BY 2 MPH, AND THEN IM CRUISING AT WHAT I SET IT AT + 4 MPH. I HAD THIS HAPPEN TO... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Dec 26, 2007
Incident date: Jan 1, 2005
INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES HAVE CRACKED RESULTING IN THE INABILITY TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. *TR
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Nov 1, 2007
Incident date: Oct 29, 2007
A PART IN THE DOOR OF MY 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA BROKE ABOUT TWO YEARS AGO. I COULD NOT OPEN THE DRIVER'S DOOR FROM THE OUTSIDE. I GOT IT FIXED AT THE DEALER FOR ABOUT $300. A FEW MONTHS AGO, SOMETHING IN THE SAME DOOR MALFUNCTIONED. I AM NOW UNABLE TO OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE. A FEW DAYS AGO, ... Read more
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Oct 31, 2007
Incident date: Feb 9, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE VEHICLE HAS WINDSTAR PHASER TUBELESS RADIAL, SIZE 185/65/R14 TIRES (NA). WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE DRASTICALLY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE CUPPING AND WEARING ON TH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 24, 2007
Incident date: Jul 22, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE ENTERING A PARKING SPACE AT 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED BY THE OTHER PARTY. THE WEATHER WAS BRIGHT AND SUNNY AT THE TIME OF THE CRASH. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 64,820.... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
Jul 12, 2007
Incident date: Aug 20, 2004
I OWN A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA. IN AUGUST 2004, THE AIRBAG WENT DEFECTIVE. AN AUTHORIZED TOYOTA DEALERSHIP IN NJ ORDERED A REPLACEMENT CENTRAL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY AND THE AIRBAG WAS REPLACED ON SEP 1, 2004. *AK HOWEVER AFTER A FEW MONTHS, THE SAME AIRBAG PROBLEM REOCCURED AND I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Mar 15, 2007
Incident date: Mar 15, 2007
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. DEALERSHIP RAN THE DIAGNOSTIC ($90). THE REPORT INDICATED THAT THE CAR NEEDED A NEW CHARCOAL CANISTER. REPAIR MADE A LOCAL AUTO SHOP (PARTS & LABOR $370). ONE MONTH LATER, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REAPPEARED. LOCAL AUTO SHOP RAN DIAGNOSTIC. REPORT INDICATED THAT THE VACUUM SWI... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nov 18, 2006
Incident date: Nov 7, 2006
ON 11/7/2006 I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE MY VEHICLE 98 TOYOTA COROLLA REAR ENDED A CEMENT TRUCK. THE SPEED AT WHICH MY CAR WAS TRAVELING WAS 25-35 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, MY SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK AND BECAUSE OF THIS MY CHEST HIT THE STEERING WHEEL. I VISITED THE URGENT CARE THE SA... Read more
Crash
1 injured
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 30.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,350 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 33.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 34.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA
93 manufacturer communications from 65 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 14 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 7 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 7 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION | 4 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
T-SB-0043-14
Jan 22, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.
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
TTT063620
Mar 17, 2022
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
TTT063620
Mar 17, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
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
Toyota Safety Re
Mar 17, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
T-TT-0636-20 Rev
Mar 12, 2021
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20 Rev
Mar 12, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
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-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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-0057-18
Jul 6, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2017 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14 is obso
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
T-SB-0218-17_Rev
Jul 20, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deplo
T-SB-0218-17_Rev
Jul 20, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deplo
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
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Jul 23, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Jul 23, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
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
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-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-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-SB-0043-14 Rev
Jul 25, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
T-SB-0043-14
Jul 7, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
T-TT-0010-10 Rev
May 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position
T-TT-0010-10 Rev
May 1, 2014
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position
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
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.
TS-BO030-01 Obso
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
T-SB-0122-11 Rev
Nov 4, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Beginning in 1998, Toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Toyota does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT
T-SB-0122-11 Rev
Nov 4, 2013
220000 SEATS
Beginning in 1998, Toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Toyota does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT
T-SB-0122-11 Rev
Nov 4, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Beginning in 1998, Toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Toyota does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT
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
050000 PARKING BRAKE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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
TC13-019
Aug 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
T-SB-0054-13
Apr 23, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
California (CA), Federal (FED), and 50 State Certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s Parts Department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. Follow the guide
T-PG006-00 Obsol
Apr 23, 2013
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0054-13.
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
TSB-0122-11
Sep 6, 2011
220000 SEATS
TOYOTA: INFORMATION PROVIDED FOR REPLACING THE SEAT COVERS FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIRBAGS. *PE
TSB-0122-11
Sep 6, 2011
140000 AIR BAGS
TOYOTA: INFORMATION PROVIDED FOR REPLACING THE SEAT COVERS FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIRBAGS. *PE
T-SB-0071-11
Jun 13, 2011
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
00304
Mar 1, 2004
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. *MR
ST00601
Dec 21, 2001
010000 STEERING
SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING RACK END NOISE. *TT
BO02601
Oct 19, 2001
151100 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
SUBJECT REGARDING SHOULDER BELT ANCHOR TAPE SET. *YD
T-PG007-01
May 4, 2001
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Replacement vin plates.
AX00101
Mar 9, 2001
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING RETRO-FIT INTERNAL TRUNK RELEASE KITS. *TT
394
Dec 6, 2000
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
SUBJECT REGARDING REAR SUSPENSION SUPPORT. *TT
395
Dec 6, 2000
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT SUSPENSION PLATE WASHER. *TT
SU00300
Dec 1, 2000
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
SUBJECT REGARDING PART NUMBER CHANGES MADE TO THE REAR SUSPENSION SUPPORT SUB-ASSEMBLIES AND SUSPENSION SUPPORT NUTS. *TT
SU00400
Dec 1, 2000
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
INFORMATION REGARDING A PROCEDURE DEVELOPED FOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES DUE TO THE ADDITION OF PLATE WASHERS BETWEEN THE FRONT SUSPENSION SUPPORT AND SUPPORT NUTS. *TT
BR00200
Mar 10, 2000
034520 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
INFORMATION CONCERNING A NEW FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD KIT FOR FRONT BRAKE VIBRATION. *TT
ST00100
Jan 28, 2000
020000 SUSPENSION
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION. *TT
BO01099
Apr 23, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON FRONT CUPHOLDER VERSATILITY ON VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES. *TT
AX00499
Mar 19, 1999
354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
SUBJECT REGARDING TOYOTA DINGHY TOWING GUIDE. *TT
021899
Feb 18, 1999
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
SUBJECT REGARDING DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT RELAY SENSITIVITY IMPROVEMENT. *TT
EL00798
Nov 20, 1998
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SUBJECT ON DRL RELAY SENSITIVITY IMPROVEMENT. *YC
ST00598
Nov 13, 1998
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
CONCERNS OF STEERING COLUMN NOISE. *YC
EL00698
Oct 16, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DELAYED UPSHIFT TO OVERDRIVE AFTER CRESTING A HILL WITH CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. *YC
BO02698
Sep 25, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
EXPERIENCING WATER LEAKING INTO REAR CAB. *YC
980827
Aug 27, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION ON DECK LID CLOSING EFFORT. *YC
980825
Aug 25, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
THE CENTER CONSOLE STEREO COVER OPENING ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN IMPROVED TO INCREASE THE STRENGTH AND DURABILITY OF THE COVER HINGE. *YC
BO02598
Aug 21, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CENTER CONSOLE STEREO COVER OPENING ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN IMPROVED TO INCREASE THE STRENGTH AND DURABILITY OF THE COVER HINGE. *YC
BO02498
Aug 14, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TO REDUCE DECK LID CLOSING EFFORT ON VEHICLES STARTING WITH VIN 1NXBR12E1WZ042704, THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WEATHERSTRIP HAS BEEN IMPROVED. *TT
EG01198
Aug 7, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
INFORMATION ON OXYGEN SENSOR IMPROVEMENT. *YC
BO01498
May 22, 1998
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
INFORMATION ON INTERIOR DOOR LINK IMPROVEMENT. *YC
EL00498
May 1, 1998
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE FOR THE SPOILER LIGHT.
EL00498
May 1, 1998
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
INFORMATION ON THE SPOILER LIGHT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
DL00198
Mar 6, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT. *YC
97101397012
Oct 13, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT ON MUDGUARD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. *YC
970829PG007
Aug 29, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
GENERAL INFORMATION ON PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE FOR SATISFYING YOUR DEALERSHIP'S NEW CAR CUSTOMERS. *YC
970822BO0025
Aug 22, 1997
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT FOR SIDE AIR BAG EQUIPPED VEHICLES. *YC
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 (current) | 4 | 278 | |
| 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 | 1 | 96 | View |
| 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 |