2003 TOYOTA COROLLA
13 recalls, 860 complaints - 166 TSBs
19V741000 Oct 17, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX4... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service ... Read more
19V627000 Aug 28, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Corolla, 2005-2008 Corolla Matrix, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior recall. The air bag may not unfold as designed during inflation under high temperatur... Read more
Consequence
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify their owners. Pontiac Vibe owners will be notified by GM. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly or sub-assembly, free of charge. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are K1Q and K0Q. Pontiac ... Read more
18V883000 Dec 12, 2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2002-2005 Lexus SC and Toyota Sequoia, 2003-2005 Toyota Corolla and Tundra, and 2003-2007 Pontiac Vibe vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modul... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Toyota will notify the Toyota and Lexus owners. General Motors will notify the Pontiac Vibe owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, or replace the air bag assembly that includes an alternate inflator, free of ch... Read more
15V285000 May 13, 2015
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified the agency on May 13, 2015 that they are recalling certain model year 2004 Sequoia vehicles manufactured August 18, 2003, to August 19, 2004, and 2003-2004 Tundra vehicles manufactured March 18, 2003, to August 25, 2004. On June 16, 2015, T... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
2003-2004 Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles that are recalled under both 15V-043 and 15V-285 are under a Do Not Drive advisory. Owners of these vehicles are advised not to drive their vehicles until the recall remedy has been completed. Toyota will notify their owners. Pontiac Vibe owners will ... Read more
15V286000 May 13, 2015
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified the agency on May 13, 2015, that they are recalling 2005-2007 Lexus SC, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sequoia, and Pontiac Vibe, and 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra vehicles that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Florida, along the Gulf... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
2003-2004 Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles that are recalled under both 15V-043 and 15V-286 are under a Do Not Drive advisory. Owners of these vehicles are advised not to drive their vehicles until the recall remedy has been completed. Toyota will notify their owners. Pontiac Vibe owners will ... Read more
15V043000 Jan 28, 2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Toyota Corolla vehicles manufactured December 28, 2001, to May 2, 2004, 2003-2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix vehicles manufactured January 6, 2002, to April 29, 2004, 2003-2004 Avalon vehicles manufactured June 5,... Read more
Consequence
Inadvertent deployment of the air bags or the seat belt pretensioners increases the risk of an injury or crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify their owners. Pontiac Vibe owners will be notified by GM. Dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2015. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. GM issued an interim notification to owners on ... Read more
13V029000 Jan 30, 2013
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles and 2003-2004 Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The supplemental restraint system (SRS) circuits are susceptible to internal shorting. The electrical short may create an abnormal current flow and increased heat which can dam... Read more
Consequence
Inadvertent deployment of the airbags or the seat belt pretensioners may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Toyota will re-notify their owners who have already had their vehicles repaired with a noise filter, but did not receive a new airbag control module, and General Motors will re-notify theirs. Dealers previously installed a supplemental harness containing an electrical filter between the airbag cont... Read more
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.
08V162000 Apr 10, 2008
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect Description
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 662,178 MY 2003-2004 COROLLA, COROLLA MATRIX AND PONTIAC VIBE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER WINDOWS. THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER DOOR GLASS BOLTS MAY LOOSEN AND COME OFF, CAUSING THE DOOR GLASS TO SEPARATE FROM THE WINDOW REGULATOR. DUE TO THE COMPONENTS BECOMING LOOSE AND PO... Read more
Consequence
THE DOOR GLASS MAY SEPARATE FROM THE WINDOW REGULATOR, BIND AND SHATTER DURING OPERATION OF THE POWER WINDOWS, CAUSING DRIVER DISTRACTION AND/OR INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER DOOR GLASS BOLTS WITH NEWLY DESIGNED BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 16, 2008 TO TOYOTA OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 21, 2008, FOR PONTIAC OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
06E064000 Jul 17, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRADESONIC 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 ASSOCIATED ... 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
TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
06E023000 Mar 13, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPME... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
02V074001 Mar 11, 2002
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
ON PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (VIN) STARTING WITH 1NX ONLY AND BUILT FROM JANUARY 8 THROUGH FEBRUARY 13, 2002, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE BOLTS THAT JOIN THE REAR BRAKE AND HUB ASSEMBLY TO THE REAR AXLE CARRIER TO BE LOOSE DUE TO INSUFFICIENT TIGHTENING DURING THE ASSEMBLY PR... Read more
Consequence
IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN THIS CONDITION, ONE OR MORE OF THE FOUR BOLTS COULD COME LOOSE, CAUSING AN ABNORMAL NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE AREA. IN THE EVENT THAT ALL FOUR BOLTS LOOSEN COMPLETELY, SEPARATION OF THE REAR BRAKE AND HUB ASSEMBLY FROM THE REAR AXLE CARRIER COULD OCCUR, WHICH COULD LEAD... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS WILL PROPERLY TIGHTEN THE BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 21, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Complaint Statistics
860 total complaints
140 crashes 11 fires 121 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 311 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 68 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 32 |
| SEAT BELTS | 31 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 30 |
| POWER TRAIN | 29 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 20 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 18 |
| ENGINE | 17 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 14 |
ENGINE
Jun 27, 2026
Incident date: May 12, 2026
Coolant intrusion for the second time. The entire engine was replaced due to coolant intrusion. Ford did the replacement. Now a handful of years later, the engine has coolant intrusion again. This block has a known issue with the design.
SEAT BELTS
Mar 12, 2026
Incident date: Feb 19, 2026
Yesterday used front passenger side seatbelt and it worked fine. Today it did not work at all, seatbelt does not latch.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 20, 2025
Incident date: Aug 19, 2025
The power running boards are malfunctioning continuously, I have fallen out of the driver side twice and now have injury to my right shoulder trying to stop myself using the arm rest. They will either not come out or will retract while trying to step up or will not come out at all, making it extreme... Read more
1 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Jun 7, 2025
Moisture in headlamps while driving in the rain. I see this is an issue with many owners of Genesis gv70 .
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 12, 2025
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
Have had no heat in the car for several days. Today while driving on the freeway, vehicle has warning come up of "High Voltage Warning" and "Service Vehicle Soon." Dealership cannot get car in for another week and no loaner vehicles to any customers.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 12, 2025
Incident date: Mar 3, 2025
Have had no heat in the car for several days. Today while driving on the freeway, vehicle has warning come up of "High Voltage Warning" and "Service Vehicle Soon." Dealership cannot get car in for another week and no loaner vehicles to any customers.
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 20, 2024
Incident date: Nov 9, 2024
Failure of air valve between primary and secondary tanks. Does not isolate the two systems.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 18, 2024
Incident date: Jun 17, 2024
Car was left outside for two weeks while we were gone on a trip. When we returned and attempted to start the car numerous warning lights went off related to turn signals, tail lights, engine ignition, key recognition, etc. We were able to drive the car home but the turn signals and tail lights we... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 30, 2023
Incident date: Oct 12, 2023
Vsa/ABS control modulator went bad. Honda dealer tried to reset and didn’t resolve. New part is back ordered 5-6 months. Anti slip/traction no longer operable
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 30, 2023
Incident date: Jun 5, 2023
2019 Subaru Forester Premier. 6/29/23 All ok while driving for 3 hours on highways. Never had any issues before. I stopped car to take a break, when I restarted the car. All the warning lights lit ou and eye-site was off and could not be turned on. Check engine light on along with many others. Had ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 30, 2023
Incident date: Jun 5, 2023
2019 Subaru Forester Premier. 6/29/23 All ok while driving for 3 hours on highways. Never had any issues before. I stopped car to take a break, when I restarted the car. All the warning lights lit ou and eye-site was off and could not be turned on. Check engine light on along with many others. Had ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 30, 2023
Incident date: Jun 5, 2023
2019 Subaru Forester Premier. 6/29/23 All ok while driving for 3 hours on highways. Never had any issues before. I stopped car to take a break, when I restarted the car. All the warning lights lit ou and eye-site was off and could not be turned on. Check engine light on along with many others. Had ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 3, 2023
Incident date: Apr 2, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed wi... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Apr 3, 2023
Incident date: Apr 2, 2023
Just completed a 3 day cross country trip from Palm Desert CA to Saint Paul MN. On a long highway trip like this, we rely on 'cruise control' to maintain consistent highway speeds. Tesla provides adaptive cruise control as a feature of Autopilot. On numerous occasions, the adaptive cruise control un... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 17, 2022
Incident date: Feb 19, 2022
The airbag light came on suddenly, even though I had the airbag recall work done for my vehicle. I took it to a Toyota Dealership who wanted to charge me for the repair which I was willing to and perhaps work with Toyota directly to get reimbursed for but the parts weren't available.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 15, 2022
Incident date: Jul 11, 2022
I received a recall notice, scheduled an appointment and then went to Bev Smith Toyota in Fort Pierce, FL. My appointment was for 9:30 AM. I decided that as long as I was there, I would get my oil changed (normally I do not use dealer oil changes because they are expensive, but since I was there a... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 15, 2022
Incident date: Jul 11, 2022
I received a recall notice, scheduled an appointment and then went to Bev Smith Toyota in Fort Pierce, FL. My appointment was for 9:30 AM. I decided that as long as I was there, I would get my oil changed (normally I do not use dealer oil changes because they are expensive, but since I was there a... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 8, 2022
Incident date: Jun 14, 2021
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Corolla. The contact received NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V741000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the recall was confirmed to be completed; however, the recall appears open for the VIN. The contact was receiving recall notices for the same... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 10, 2022
Incident date: Dec 29, 2021
I barely bought the car and I looked at the odometer and it’s at 126,000 and I serched and it has more then 300,000 i need help
ENGINE
Jan 10, 2022
Incident date: Dec 29, 2021
I barely bought the car and I looked at the odometer and it’s at 126,000 and I serched and it has more then 300,000 i need help
AIR BAGS
Oct 6, 2021
Incident date: Mar 19, 2010
The contact owned a 2003 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while she was driving at 60 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the driver's side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was transported to the hospital by the emergency unit. The contact sustained a herniated disc. A police... Read more
Crash
2 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 23, 2021
Incident date: Sep 22, 2021
My car is accelerating when my foot is off of the pedal and when in park, it is revving like I am pressing down on the gas pedal. I put it in reverse to test it to make sure I was experiencing what I just thought had happened. As soon as I put the gear in reverse, and released my foot from the br... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 23, 2021
Incident date: Sep 22, 2021
My car is accelerating when my foot is off of the pedal and when in park, it is revving like I am pressing down on the gas pedal. I put it in reverse to test it to make sure I was experiencing what I just thought had happened. As soon as I put the gear in reverse, and released my foot from the br... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 23, 2021
Incident date: Sep 22, 2021
My car is accelerating when my foot is off of the pedal and when in park, it is revving like I am pressing down on the gas pedal. I put it in reverse to test it to make sure I was experiencing what I just thought had happened. As soon as I put the gear in reverse, and released my foot from the br... Read more
AIR BAGS
May 10, 2021
Incident date: Oct 31, 2019
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V741000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED A UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE C... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 8, 2021
Incident date: Aug 4, 2018
I DO NOT OWN THIS VEHICLE. IT WAS TRADED IN TO ORLAND TOYOTA (ORLAND IL) WHEN I PURCHASED MY 2015 TOYOTA COROLLA ON 08/04/2018. I HAVE REPEATEDLY TOLD THE NHRA REPRESENTATIVES BY MAIL AND BY PHONE THAT I NO LONGER OWN THIS VEHICLE. I'M SICK OF THIS. REMOVE MY NAME AND ADDRESS FROM YOUR RECORDS ASA... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 24, 2021
Incident date: Apr 23, 2021
I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FROM TOYOTA FOR MY AIRBAGS. RECALL ID NHAT-FZJ. I CONTACT THEM TO SCHEDULE A REPAIR AND THEY TELL ME SINCE THERE'S ANOTHER RECALL FOR MY VEHICLE THEY CAN'T HELP ME FURTHER. SEEMS CRAPPY THAT SOMETHING THEY SHOULD ALSO FIX SOMEHOW HINDERS TOYOTA'S ABILITY TO FIX THE AIRBA... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 5, 2021
Incident date: Feb 24, 2021
TRAVELING ON US HWY 70 AT 35 MPH. ACCIDENTLY HIT THE REAR END OF ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING STRAIGHT AHEAD OF ME AND SUDDENLY STOPPED. MY PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHILE TURNED OFF WITH NO PASSENGER ON BOARD. THIS AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT BUSTED MY WINDSHIELD WHICH WILL COST ME $400.00 AND TOYOTA SAYS THE A... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Feb 11, 2021
Incident date: Feb 8, 2021
I AM WRITING WITH CONCERN TO SEE IF THE RECALL ON MY DAUGHTERS 2003 TOYOTA AIR BAG ISSUE WAS TRULY FIXED, SHE WAS INVOLVED IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT WHERE ACCORDING TO EVERYONE'S OPINION THE AIRBAGS SHOULD HAVE WENT OFF HOWEVER THEY DID NOT. IS THERE ANY WAY TO SEE IF THE RECALL WORK WAS ACTUALLY DONE B... Read more
Crash
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 11, 2021
Incident date: Feb 8, 2021
I AM WRITING WITH CONCERN TO SEE IF THE RECALL ON MY DAUGHTERS 2003 TOYOTA AIR BAG ISSUE WAS TRULY FIXED, SHE WAS INVOLVED IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT WHERE ACCORDING TO EVERYONE'S OPINION THE AIRBAGS SHOULD HAVE WENT OFF HOWEVER THEY DID NOT. IS THERE ANY WAY TO SEE IF THE RECALL WORK WAS ACTUALLY DONE B... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 11, 2021
Incident date: Feb 8, 2021
I AM WRITING WITH CONCERN TO SEE IF THE RECALL ON MY DAUGHTERS 2003 TOYOTA AIR BAG ISSUE WAS TRULY FIXED, SHE WAS INVOLVED IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT WHERE ACCORDING TO EVERYONE'S OPINION THE AIRBAGS SHOULD HAVE WENT OFF HOWEVER THEY DID NOT. IS THERE ANY WAY TO SEE IF THE RECALL WORK WAS ACTUALLY DONE B... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
Dec 10, 2020
Incident date: Dec 10, 2020
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V741000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECAL... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 14, 2020
Incident date: Sep 11, 2016
I'VE TRIED TO REPORT BOTH ITEMS TO TYSONS TOYOTA IN THE PAST. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW HAS "EXPLODED" IN, ONCE WHILE I WAS IN THE CAR. I'M ON MY THIRD WINDOW AND IT RATTLES WHEN THE WINDOW IS PARTIALLY OPEN. I FEAR ANOTHER EXPLOSION. SECOND, THE PAINT ON THIS BLUE CAR HAS RUSTED AND PEELED ON THE RO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 14, 2020
Incident date: Sep 11, 2016
I'VE TRIED TO REPORT BOTH ITEMS TO TYSONS TOYOTA IN THE PAST. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW HAS "EXPLODED" IN, ONCE WHILE I WAS IN THE CAR. I'M ON MY THIRD WINDOW AND IT RATTLES WHEN THE WINDOW IS PARTIALLY OPEN. I FEAR ANOTHER EXPLOSION. SECOND, THE PAINT ON THIS BLUE CAR HAS RUSTED AND PEELED ON THE RO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 13, 2020
Incident date: Oct 5, 2020
HI, I AM FROM PUERTO RICO. I HAVE A TOYOTA COROLLA 2003 1.8L, TYPE S. THE TRANSMISSION OF MY CAR IS MANUAL AND IT IS MAKING AN INTERNAL NOISE THAT HAS BEEN INCREASING LITTLE BY LITTLE. THE NOISE IS SIMILAR TO A BALL BEARING WHEN DAMAGED. FOR THE CURRENT PRICE IN THE MARKET, THE MECHANIC RECOMMENDED... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 27, 2020
Incident date: Jul 27, 2020
THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT NOTIFY ME OF THE SAFETY RECALL CONCERNING MY AIRBAGS. I NEED TO KNOW WHERE TO TAKE MY VEHICLE TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED.
SUSPENSION
Jul 2, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE STREET WHEN I GOT HIT BY A CAR TRAVELING OPPOSITE DIRECTION, PERSON HIT NE ON A GREEN LIGHT BUT BESUDES THAT MY SYSPENSION BRAKES AND TIRES NOT SITTING RIGHT, I ALSO I HEAR CHAINS THE CAR DOESNT DRIVE STRAIGHT AND CAR SEEMS LOPSIDED WHEN DRIVEN AND BREAKS SQUEEL
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 2, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE STREET WHEN I GOT HIT BY A CAR TRAVELING OPPOSITE DIRECTION, PERSON HIT NE ON A GREEN LIGHT BUT BESUDES THAT MY SYSPENSION BRAKES AND TIRES NOT SITTING RIGHT, I ALSO I HEAR CHAINS THE CAR DOESNT DRIVE STRAIGHT AND CAR SEEMS LOPSIDED WHEN DRIVEN AND BREAKS SQUEEL
Crash
WHEELS
Jul 2, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE STREET WHEN I GOT HIT BY A CAR TRAVELING OPPOSITE DIRECTION, PERSON HIT NE ON A GREEN LIGHT BUT BESUDES THAT MY SYSPENSION BRAKES AND TIRES NOT SITTING RIGHT, I ALSO I HEAR CHAINS THE CAR DOESNT DRIVE STRAIGHT AND CAR SEEMS LOPSIDED WHEN DRIVEN AND BREAKS SQUEEL
Crash
SEAT BELTS
Jun 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT BELT UNLATCHES WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. IT IS AN ONGOING ISSUE AND HAPPENS FREQUENTLY. *TR
SEAT BELTS
Apr 28, 2020
Incident date: Sep 16, 2019
THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH AT ALL. IT FIRST CAME UNLATCHED WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET. AFTER THIS THERE IS NOTHING I CAN DO TO MAKE IT CLICK INTO PLACE.
AIR BAGS
Nov 25, 2019
Incident date: Apr 8, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER AN UNKNOWN RECALL REGARDING THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN THREE TIMES TO CLAREMONT TOYOTA (LOCATED AT 601 AUTO CENTER DR, CLAREMONT, CA 91711, (909) 54... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 22, 2019
Incident date: Oct 23, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER GRANDDAUGHTER WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45-50 MPH APPROACHING THE TOP OF A HILL, THE DRIVER CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT WAS STOPPED ON THE ROAD. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Nov 19, 2019
Incident date: May 2, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT AN IMPACT OR WARNING WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF WAS AN AFTERMARKET PRODUCT AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHI... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Nov 7, 2019
Incident date: Aug 28, 2019
ODOMETER STOPPED AT 299,999 TRIP A AND B ODOMETER WORKS FINE...
AIR BAGS
Aug 31, 2019
Incident date: Aug 30, 2019
TAKATA INFLATORS RECALL I BELIEVE I'VE CONTACTED TOYOTA NUMERIOUS TIMES ABOUT GETTING A RENTAL BECAUSE THE PARTS ARE NOT IN YET FOR MY RECALL AND THEY ARE PASSING THE BUCK AND MAKING ME WAIT. WE DONT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE OUR CAR, SEEING WHAT HAPPENED ON THE NEWS. I'VE CONTACTED TOYOTA AND THEY HAVE ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 20, 2019
Incident date: Jan 2, 2017
"TAKATA RECALL" I HAD A RECALL TO GET AIRBAG FIXED, TOOK TO DEALER, AND WAS SUPPOSEDLY FIXED. AFTER A FEW WEEKS THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON; TOOK BACK TO DEALER, THEY WANTED A LOT OF MONEY TO CHECK IT OUT AND FIX IT AGAIN. I DON'T HAVE, I AM A DISABLED VETERAN ON A FIXED INCOME. THE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FO... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 11, 2019
Incident date: Jul 5, 2019
TAKATA RECALL - MY DASH AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR ABOUT A WEEK AND IT LOOKS LIKE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS AIRBAG ACCORDING TO CONSUMER REPORTS. PLEASE ADVISE.. HTTPS://WWW.CONSUMERREPORTS.ORG/CAR-RECALLS-DEFECTS/TOYOTA-RECALL-TAKATA-AIRBAGS/
SEAT BELTS
Jun 26, 2019
Incident date: Jun 20, 2019
THE DRIVERS SEATBELT RELEASED WHILE I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN THE ROAD AND I CAN'T GET IT TO LATCH ANYMORE.
SEAT BELTS
Jun 8, 2019
Incident date: Jun 6, 2019
SITTING IN DRIVE THROUGH AND DRIVER SEAT BELT RELEASED. COULD NOT GET TAB TO LOCK BACK INTO BUCKLE.
Showing 50 of 860 complaints.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 34.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 28.0 | 36.0 | 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, 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA
166 manufacturer communications from 113 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 21 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 16 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 13 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 7 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 6 |
| 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION | 6 |
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-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.
Product
Jan 25, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
DP: The subject vehicles are equipped with a front passenger airbag. A part inside the airbag could explode, shooting sharp metal fragments at vehicle occupants. This could cause serious INJURY or DEATH. ? Added Dealer Procedures for Do No
Recall
Jan 25, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
FAQ: Customer Frequently Asked Questions
Support Division
Jan 25, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
DP: The subject vehicles are equipped with a front passenger airbag. A part inside the airbag could explode, shooting sharp metal fragments at vehicle occupants. This could cause serious INJURY or DEATH. ? Added Dealer Procedures for Do No
Update
Jan 25, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
FAQ: Customer Frequently Asked Questions
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
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
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
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
Takata CSP Cover
Jul 28, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
CSP: Takata CSP Coverage Job Aid - published 7.28.2022
22TE04 - Takata
Jul 28, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
CSP: On July 30, 2018, a settlement of claims for Economic Loss related to Takata airbag inflators was approved for full implementation. The settlement includes Toyota?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program (?CSP?) for 2002-2019
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
T-SB-0014-22
Mar 9, 2022
050000 PARKING BRAKE
TSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s) without replacing the carpet assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to replace the loose or damaged carpet floor retai
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 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
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 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
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 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-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-0063-20
Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST005-01, SU001-08, and T-SB-0391-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure
T-SB-0391-08 Obs
Jun 23, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0063-20.
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
TSR-SC-032819
Mar 28, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technician Certification Requirements.
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
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
HR1_Region Lette
Mar 8, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
HR1_Dealer Lette
Mar 8, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
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
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-SB-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
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
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-0014-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
T-SB-0134-14
Sep 30, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
T-SB-0134-14
Sep 30, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
ER8_Remail_Regio
Sep 2, 2014
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
ER8_Remail_Regio
Sep 2, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
ER8_Remail_Deale
Sep 2, 2014
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Dealer Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
ER8_Remail_Deale
Sep 2, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
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.
E0V (E1V) Prelim
Jun 23, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Region Letter: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and TK Holdings, Inc. (Takata) have requested the support of BMW, Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, and Toyota in investigating certain airbag inflator modules ma
E0V (E1V)_SSC_El
Jun 23, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Electronic Communication: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and TK Holdings, Inc. (Takata) have requested the support of BMW, Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, and Toyota in investigating certain airbag inflator
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
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-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
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-TT-0269-13
Oct 23, 2013
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
T-SB-0150-13
Oct 1, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
T-SB-0150-13
Oct 1, 2013
034520 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
T-SB-0150-13
Oct 1, 2013
045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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-0150-13
Oct 1, 2013
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Some 2003 ? 2008 model year Corolla and Matrix vehicles installed with TCMC (Toyota Complete Maintenance Care) front brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. Improved brake pads have been made available
T-SB-0150-13
Oct 1, 2013
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Some 2003 ? 2008 model year Corolla and Matrix vehicles installed with TCMC (Toyota Complete Maintenance Care) front brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. Improved brake pads have been made available
T-TT-0254-13
Sep 24, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
T-TT-0254-13
Sep 24, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
The technical instructions for Safety Recall DOF (Front Passenger Airbag Inflater Module) require a Techstream Health Check and then a Diagnostic Report (Customer Friendly Health Check.) During the Health Check, a TIS Access Error (S309
T-TT-0254-13
Sep 24, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
The technical instructions for Safety Recall DOF (Front Passenger Airbag Inflator Module) require a Techstream Health Check and then a Diagnostic Report (Customer Friendly Health Check.) During the Health Check, a TIS Access Error (S309-10
T-SB-0141-13
Sep 9, 2013
050000 PARKING BRAKE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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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 (current) | 13 | 860 | |
| 2002 | 5 | 141 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 163 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 177 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 188 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 278 | View |
| 1997 | 6 | 149 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 151 | View |
| 1995 | 7 | 226 | View |
| 1994 | 8 | 199 | View |
| 1993 | 6 | 154 | View |
| 1992 | 2 | 115 | View |
| 1991 | 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 |