2001 TOYOTA COROLLA
4 recalls, 163 complaints - 100 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.
09E025000 May 11, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 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
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
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.
06E049000 May 24, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE 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. ... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Complaint Statistics
163 total complaints
39 crashes 3 fires 64 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 15 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 12 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 10 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 |
| TIRES | 8 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 7 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 7 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 5 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 5 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 11, 2023
Incident date: Feb 11, 2023
Rear window seal is leaking which cracked the window frame allowing water to enter behind rear seat leaking onto the wireless control Module making it in operable. The vehicle would not start. This will become a safety issue when driving down the highway/local areas and you loose the module it shuts... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 12, 2019
Incident date: Apr 10, 2019
MY DAUGHTER HIT A STOPPED CAR AT APPROX 30 MPH. SHE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND THEN THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED TOO LATE. SHE WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. SHE WAS GOING STRAIGHT.
Crash
30 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 4, 2018
Incident date: May 1, 2018
WE HAVE A 2001 TOYOTA WE NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON EVERY MONTH AND SO I TOOK THE CAR TO AUTOZONE FOR A FREE DIAGNOSTIC TEST EACH TIME WITH THE RESULT SHOWING THAT THE CAR HAS AN ELECTRIC SHORT CIRCUIT PROBLEM. THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE TIMING CHAIN AND A PART CALLED A CAM. TO F... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 4, 2018
Incident date: May 1, 2018
WE HAVE A 2001 TOYOTA WE NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON EVERY MONTH AND SO I TOOK THE CAR TO AUTOZONE FOR A FREE DIAGNOSTIC TEST EACH TIME WITH THE RESULT SHOWING THAT THE CAR HAS AN ELECTRIC SHORT CIRCUIT PROBLEM. THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE TIMING CHAIN AND A PART CALLED A CAM. TO F... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 4, 2018
Incident date: May 1, 2018
WE HAVE A 2001 TOYOTA WE NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON EVERY MONTH AND SO I TOOK THE CAR TO AUTOZONE FOR A FREE DIAGNOSTIC TEST EACH TIME WITH THE RESULT SHOWING THAT THE CAR HAS AN ELECTRIC SHORT CIRCUIT PROBLEM. THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE TIMING CHAIN AND A PART CALLED A CAM. TO F... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 27, 2018
Incident date: Mar 13, 2018
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT NOT GOING OFF EVEN AFTER REPLACING THE PARTS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 5, 2018
Incident date: Dec 11, 2017
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS DO NOT TURN AUTOMATICALLY. THE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHES. I TURN THE LIGHTS ON AND THE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT STOPS FLASHING. I HAVE REPLACED THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT RELAY TWICE AND NEITHER ONE FIXED THE PROBLEM. THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT RELAYS WERE USED NOT ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 4, 2018
Incident date: Jan 3, 2013
THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLES AND EXTERIOR DOOR LOCKS BREAK ONCE EVERY TWO OR THREE MONTHS I HAVE REPLACED THEM ALL WITH FACTORY TOYOTA DOOR HANDLES AND AFTERMARKET DOOR HANDLES AND OUT SIDE DOOR LOCKS I HAVE HAD THEM REPAIRED AT THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND BY A COUPLE DIFFERENT MECHANIC SHOPS I HAVE HAD TO... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jan 4, 2018
Incident date: Feb 3, 2013
THE BEST WAY TO DESCRIBE HOW MUCH TROUBLE I HAVE HAD GOTTEN A NEW SET OF TIRES EVERY 90-120 DAYS SINCE I HAVE OWNED MY CAR THE SHOCKS ARE ALWAYS PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED THEY HAVE BROKEN ONE AND THEN BEFORE I CAN GET TO THE SHOP WITHIN 3 DAYS OF FEELING LIKE I AM DRIVING ON SQUARE TIRES THEY START T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 17, 2017
Incident date: Nov 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SEAT DETACHED AND MOVED BACKWARDS. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT COULD NOT REACH THE PEDALS. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SEATS
Nov 17, 2017
Incident date: Nov 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SEAT DETACHED AND MOVED BACKWARDS. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT COULD NOT REACH THE PEDALS. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 4, 2017
Incident date: Aug 4, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATED TO SEE APPROXIMATELY 10 FEET OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (COX TOYOTA OF BURLINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE DEALER HAD NOT RENDERED A DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 10, 2017
Incident date: Mar 10, 2017
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MA... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 3, 2016
Incident date: Feb 2, 2009
IN 2009 I WAS INVOLVED IN A MAJOR CAR ACCIDENT. I HIT MY HEAD AND BECAME UNCONSCIOUS AND MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHEN I REGAINED CONSCIOUSNESS. I WAS ADMITTED TO THE HOSPITAL I HAD A GASH ON MY FOREHEAD. WHEN I TOUCHED MY LEFT EYEBROW IT FELT LIKE I HAD PIECES OF GLASS IN THERE. BUT NOW WITH THE RE... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 29, 2016
Incident date: Aug 17, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR HANDLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE DOOR HANDLE WAS REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR AN O... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 28, 2015
Incident date: Jul 18, 2015
DRIVER AIR BAG CAME OUT N BURNED MY ARM ACTUALLY BOTH DID BY I HAD NO PASSANGER THO IT BROKE WINDSHIELD,ANYWAY IT'S BEEN TEN DAYS MY SKIN IS RAW SEVERE PAIN NO SIGNS OF GETTING BETTER THE BRUISEB GOES ALL WAY AROUND WHOLE BK OF ARM I AM GOIN BK TO DRS. AS I'VE BEEN CARING FOR IT W CLEAN NON STICK PA... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Dec 21, 2014
Incident date: Apr 22, 2008
ON 4/22/2008 [XXX], THE OWNER OF A PT.CRUISER, HIT MY TOYOTA HEAD ON AFTER CROSSING THE CENTER LANE AND WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, WHILE I WAS ALMOST STOPPED ON FALLING WATER DRIVE IN EAGLE RIVER.. IT FLATTENED THE RIGHT FRONT AND LATER LEFT FRONT TIRE, AND BUMPER AND QUARTER PANELS ON THE LEFT. I FELT L... Read more
Crash
1 injured
WHEELS
Dec 21, 2014
Incident date: Apr 22, 2008
ON 4/22/2008 [XXX], THE OWNER OF A PT.CRUISER, HIT MY TOYOTA HEAD ON AFTER CROSSING THE CENTER LANE AND WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, WHILE I WAS ALMOST STOPPED ON FALLING WATER DRIVE IN EAGLE RIVER.. IT FLATTENED THE RIGHT FRONT AND LATER LEFT FRONT TIRE, AND BUMPER AND QUARTER PANELS ON THE LEFT. I FELT L... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 21, 2014
Incident date: Apr 22, 2008
ON 4/22/2008 [XXX], THE OWNER OF A PT.CRUISER, HIT MY TOYOTA HEAD ON AFTER CROSSING THE CENTER LANE AND WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, WHILE I WAS ALMOST STOPPED ON FALLING WATER DRIVE IN EAGLE RIVER.. IT FLATTENED THE RIGHT FRONT AND LATER LEFT FRONT TIRE, AND BUMPER AND QUARTER PANELS ON THE LEFT. I FELT L... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Aug 23, 2014
Incident date: May 26, 2002
CAR WAS TOTALED IN FRONT END COLLISION. AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING CERTAIN TOYOTAS OF THIS YEAR HAD ISSUES WITH AIR BAG PROPELLENT AND MINUTE FRAGMENTS OF SHRAPNEL BEING PROPELLED DURING DEPLOYMENT. SINCE THE CAR WAS TOTALLED, I WOULD LIKE INFORMATION ON ANY RECALLS REGARDING TYPE O... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE
Jun 6, 2014
Incident date: Jun 6, 2014
ENGINE STALLED DURING DRIVING, OCCURRED TO BOTH OF MY CARS THIS ONE IS 2001 COROLLA, HAPPENED TO MY 2006 COROLLA A WEEK AGO. VERY CONCERNING ABOUT COROLLA'S DRIVING SAFETY ISSUE. RE-IGNITE THE CAR, RUN NORMALLY. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES
May 15, 2014
Incident date: May 12, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS SENSOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED, DIAGNOSED AND REPAIRED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 107,900.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
May 15, 2014
Incident date: May 12, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS SENSOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED, DIAGNOSED AND REPAIRED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 107,900.
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 9, 2014
Incident date: Apr 11, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN DEPRESSED. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOUR TIMES IN ONE MONTH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF TH... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Jan 14, 2014
Incident date: Jan 12, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES WERE BROKEN. THE CONTACT REPLACED ALL FOUR DOOR HANDLES THREE TIMES BUT THE FAILURES WERE RECURRING. THE CONTACT DID NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 108,000. UPDATED 02/24/... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jan 14, 2014
Incident date: Jan 12, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES WERE BROKEN. THE CONTACT REPLACED ALL FOUR DOOR HANDLES THREE TIMES BUT THE FAILURES WERE RECURRING. THE CONTACT DID NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 108,000. UPDATED 02/24/... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 3, 2013
Incident date: Feb 28, 2013
MY 20YO DAUGHTER WAS AT A STOP LIGHT COMPLETELY STOPPED. LIGHT TURNED GREEN, EVERYONE STARTED TO GO, SHE TOOK HER FOOT OFF THE BRAKE ROLLED INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF HER, TAPPED THE CAR AND HER AIRBAGS WENT OFF, BROKE HER JAW, DISLOCATED HER JAW, BROKE 5 TEETH IN THE BACK, AND LACERATED HER LIP. LUCK... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 7, 2012
Incident date: Jul 2, 2012
MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. HE WAS DRIVING A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF HIM WAS GOING SLOW-SO HE DECIDED TO PASS THE GUY. AS HE WAS DOING SO-THE TRUCK TURNED LEFT. MY HUSBAND HIT HIM HEAD-ON AND THEN THE CAR ROLLED ONTO ITS TOP. NEVER DID THE AIRBAGS GO OFF. FORTUNAT... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Jul 7, 2012
Incident date: Jul 2, 2012
MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. HE WAS DRIVING A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF HIM WAS GOING SLOW-SO HE DECIDED TO PASS THE GUY. AS HE WAS DOING SO-THE TRUCK TURNED LEFT. MY HUSBAND HIT HIM HEAD-ON AND THEN THE CAR ROLLED ONTO ITS TOP. NEVER DID THE AIRBAGS GO OFF. FORTUNAT... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 6, 2011
Incident date: Jun 5, 2011
THIS IS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA WITH 420,000 KM ON IT. IT WAS DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY ON SAT JUNE 4TH. ON JUNE 5TH WHILE APPROACHING 60 KM ON AN IN TOWN ROAD IN NEWMARKET ON THE FRONT HOOD RELEASED AND FLEW BACKWARD SMASHING THE WINDSHIELD AND DAMAGING THE HOOD, AND SOME OF THE CHASSIS. *TR
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jun 6, 2011
Incident date: Jun 5, 2011
THIS IS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA WITH 420,000 KM ON IT. IT WAS DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY ON SAT JUNE 4TH. ON JUNE 5TH WHILE APPROACHING 60 KM ON AN IN TOWN ROAD IN NEWMARKET ON THE FRONT HOOD RELEASED AND FLEW BACKWARD SMASHING THE WINDSHIELD AND DAMAGING THE HOOD, AND SOME OF THE CHASSIS. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 27, 2011
Incident date: Jan 24, 2011
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY A BURNT GROUND WIRE AND THE DAYLIGHT RUNNING LIGHT WHICH FAILED ... Read more
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 25, 2010
Incident date: May 8, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE. A SUDDEN ACCELERATION OCCURRED AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BUILDING. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BUMPER SUSTAINED DAMAGES, AND NO PERSONAL INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO BODY SHOP WITH REPAIRS ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 16, 2010
Incident date: Jan 1, 2010
DRIVING CAR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH OIL LIGHT AND ENGINE RATTLED. SHUT CAR OFF AND HAD TOWED TO TOYOTA. THEY CHANGED CAM GEAR. DROVE CAR HOME OIL LIGHT CAME ON AND ENGINE RATTLED. DEALER DID HAVE IT TOWED BACK. DEALER STATED THAT IF THEY FIND THIS PART WAS NOT THE FIX THEY WOULD C... Read more
STEERING
Mar 15, 2010
Incident date: Mar 19, 2004
I NOTICED THAT TOYOTA ONLY RECALL 2009/2010 COROLLA. BUT MY COROLLA HAD FATAL PROBLEM ON 2001 MODEL, AND CRASHED ON 2004/03. ON HIGHWAY 680 ON 03/19/2004, DOVE AS NORMAL SPEED. THE CARS IN FRONT OF ME WERE FAR AWAY, MAYBE ABOUT 200 METERS. THERE IS NO CAR WAS CLOSELY ASIDE OF MY LANE. I DIDN'T STEP... Read more
Crash
1 injured
PARKING BRAKE
Mar 15, 2010
Incident date: Mar 19, 2004
I NOTICED THAT TOYOTA ONLY RECALL 2009/2010 COROLLA. BUT MY COROLLA HAD FATAL PROBLEM ON 2001 MODEL, AND CRASHED ON 2004/03. ON HIGHWAY 680 ON 03/19/2004, DOVE AS NORMAL SPEED. THE CARS IN FRONT OF ME WERE FAR AWAY, MAYBE ABOUT 200 METERS. THERE IS NO CAR WAS CLOSELY ASIDE OF MY LANE. I DIDN'T STEP... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 26, 2010
Incident date: Aug 12, 2009
THE ENGINE ON MY 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA S HAD THE TIMING CHAIN JUMP, THE ENGINE SUFFERED DAMAGED VALVES, 3 PISTONS WERE BROKEN AND DAMAGED OTHERS. MY CAR HAD ONLY SLIGHTLY OVER 66,000 MILES ON IT. THE TOYOTA DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING BECAUSE THE CAR WAS OUT OF WARRANTY, BU... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 18, 2010
Incident date: Nov 12, 2001
2001 TOYOTA COROLLA WOULD NOT STOP WAS GOING BACKWARDS AND CRASHED INTO HOUSE. NOV 12. 2009. I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF HALFWAY THROUGH THE TRAVEL FROM POINT A TO POINT B. *TR
Crash
2 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 17, 2010
Incident date: Nov 1, 2008
WE HAVE A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA THAT WE PURCHASED IN JULY 2000 FROM DON MCGILL TOYOTA IN HOUSTON. IN NOV 2008 WE NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON EVERY MONTH AND SO I TOOK THE CAR TO AUTOZONE FOR A FREE DIAGNOSTIC TEST EACH TIME WITH THE RESULT SHOWING THAT THE CAR HAS AN ELECTRIC SHO... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 17, 2010
Incident date: Nov 1, 2008
WE HAVE A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA THAT WE PURCHASED IN JULY 2000 FROM DON MCGILL TOYOTA IN HOUSTON. IN NOV 2008 WE NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON EVERY MONTH AND SO I TOOK THE CAR TO AUTOZONE FOR A FREE DIAGNOSTIC TEST EACH TIME WITH THE RESULT SHOWING THAT THE CAR HAS AN ELECTRIC SHO... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 17, 2010
Incident date: Nov 1, 2008
WE HAVE A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA THAT WE PURCHASED IN JULY 2000 FROM DON MCGILL TOYOTA IN HOUSTON. IN NOV 2008 WE NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON EVERY MONTH AND SO I TOOK THE CAR TO AUTOZONE FOR A FREE DIAGNOSTIC TEST EACH TIME WITH THE RESULT SHOWING THAT THE CAR HAS AN ELECTRIC SHO... Read more
SEATS
Feb 17, 2010
Incident date: Aug 6, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 TO 50 MPH APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT HE WAS REAR ENDED AND PUSHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. THE DRIVERS SEAT BASE FAILED CAUSING THE SEAT TO MOVE FORWARD PUSH HIM UNDER THE DASHBOARD. THE DRIVER?S FRONTAL AIR BAG DID ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 16, 2010
Incident date: Feb 6, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35MPH SHE SUDDENLY NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT DID NOT NOTICE ANY DIFFERENCES IN THE VEHICLE BEFORE OR AFTER NOTICING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSE... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 16, 2010
Incident date: Jun 22, 2005
ENTERED FREEWAY DRIVING 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. ACCELERATED TO 70 MPH AND WHILE MOVING INTO THE LEFT-HAND LANE, GAS PEDAL WOULD NOT RELEASE AND TRIED BRAKING BUT THEY WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND STEERING WOULDN'T RELEASE. WENT INTO THE MEDIAN AND ROLLED OVER THREE TIMES. COMPLETELY TOTALED THE CAR AND I WAS ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 3, 2010
Incident date: Mar 1, 2009
I AM A SLOW DRIVER AND OBEY SPEED LIMITS. I KNEW I WAS COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN ON A 25 MPH ROAD, AND I ALWAYS DO A REAL STOP, NOT A SLOW DOWN AND CREEP FORWARD. A BLOCK OR TWO PRIOR TO THE ACCIDENT, I PASSED SEVERAL POLICE CARS AND EVEN AN UNSAFE DRIVER WOULD HAVE CAREFULLY OBEYED THE TRAFFIC LAW... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 3, 2010
Incident date: Mar 1, 2009
I AM A SLOW DRIVER AND OBEY SPEED LIMITS. I KNEW I WAS COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN ON A 25 MPH ROAD, AND I ALWAYS DO A REAL STOP, NOT A SLOW DOWN AND CREEP FORWARD. A BLOCK OR TWO PRIOR TO THE ACCIDENT, I PASSED SEVERAL POLICE CARS AND EVEN AN UNSAFE DRIVER WOULD HAVE CAREFULLY OBEYED THE TRAFFIC LAW... Read more
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 15, 2009
Incident date: Sep 8, 2009
I HAVE READ ABOUT ISSUES CONCERNING TOYOTAS STALLING OUT. I HAVE A 2001 COROLLA AND MY CAR HAS STALLED OUT 4 TIMES IN THE LAST THREE MONTHS. THERE WAS NO PRECURSOR THAT WAS SIMILAR TO EACH EVENT. EACH TIME I WAS IN A PARKING GARAGE OR SLOWING TO STOP AT A STOPLIGHT. HOWEVER, I SHUDDER TO THINK IF TH... Read more
VISIBILITY
Sep 29, 2009
Incident date: Nov 1, 2004
TOYOTA COROLLA 2001 S - THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW WAS DEFECTIVE. THE AUTOMATIC DOOR HAS 2 NON-METAL HOLDERS TO HOLD UP THE GLASS (GLUED TO THE GLASS). ONE OF THEM GOT BROKEN THAT CAUSE THE GLASS TO GO OUT OF BALANCE AND GET STUCK WHEN ROLLING UP/DOWN. THE MOTOR GOT OVER WORKED AND FAIL SHORTLY AFTER ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 24, 2009
Incident date: Jan 31, 2009
RE: UNSAFE REBUILT TRANSMISSION, 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON 7/29/2008. IN JANUARY 2009, THE ENGINE DUMPED OIL AND BURNED OUT, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. ABOUT TWO DAYS LATER THE TRANSMISSION FELL APART. OUR MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT IT WAS FROM A SALVAGE YARD AND WAS BEING HEL... Read more
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Aug 24, 2009
Incident date: Jan 31, 2009
RE: UNSAFE REBUILT TRANSMISSION, 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON 7/29/2008. IN JANUARY 2009, THE ENGINE DUMPED OIL AND BURNED OUT, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. ABOUT TWO DAYS LATER THE TRANSMISSION FELL APART. OUR MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT IT WAS FROM A SALVAGE YARD AND WAS BEING HEL... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2001 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) | 25.0 | 30.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 26.0 | 36.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 28.0 | 37.0 | 31.0 | Regular | $2,000 |
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, 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA
100 manufacturer communications from 62 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 16 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 9 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 7 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 5 |
| 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION | 4 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 3 |
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
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
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
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
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
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-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
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-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
T-SB-0008-20
Jan 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should b
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
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-0229-12_Rev
Nov 22, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Toyota vehicle becomes submerg
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-0134-16_Rev
Oct 30, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 30, 2017 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0012-13. Flash reprogramming allows the
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
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
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
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
T-SB-0012-13 Rev
Nov 29, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: September 14, 2016: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0134-16.
T-SB-0134-16
Sep 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service
T-SB-0134-16
Sep 14, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service
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-0083-13 Rev
May 13, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
T-SB-0083-13 Rev
May 13, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
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
TSB-0012-13 Rev2
Jan 15, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bull
TSB-0012-13 Rev2
Jan 15, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bull
T-SB-0012-13 REV
Jan 15, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"TSB: FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD-FIX PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE BULLETINS. THIS BUL
T-SB-0012-13 REV
Jan 15, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"TSB: FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD-FIX PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE BULLETINS. THIS BUL
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-SB-0012-13 Rev
Jun 12, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bullet
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-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-0132-11
Feb 5, 2014
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. The following recommendations are intended to provide general
T-TT-0132-11
Feb 5, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. The following recommendations are intended to provide general
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
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-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
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-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
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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
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-0226-13
Feb 27, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The customer is having difficulty changing the multi-display screen from Day Mode. If the multi-display screen is set to Day Mode when the headlights are on, the setting we be memorized when the engine is turned off.
T-SB-0064-10 Rev
Jan 29, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-13.
T-SB-0012-13
Jan 29, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin de
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-0064-10 Rev
Jan 2, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin de
TSB-0087-12
Jun 13, 2012
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
TOYOTA: ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY INFORMATION REGARDING THE INSPECTION, REMOVAL, AND INSTALLATION, IF LUBRICATION OR OIL, IS APPLIED. *PE
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.
TSB-0064-10
Feb 4, 2010
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
TOYOTA: TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD-FIX PROCEDURES DE
00207
Apr 26, 2007
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. *KB
00304
Mar 1, 2004
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. *MR
00903
May 19, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON CONDITION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1349 INDICATING A VARIABLE VALVE TIMING (VVTI) MALFUNCTION. *TT *JB
BO00202
Jan 25, 2002
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
SUBJECT REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDER. *JG
EG01501
Dec 7, 2001
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
SUBJECT REGARDING ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT/BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY 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.
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
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
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
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 (current) | 4 | 163 | |
| 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 | 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 |