2007 Toyota Corolla vs 2009 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 836 | 1,459 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 143 | 372 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 129 | 186 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–31 | 25–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,000 mi | 29,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 436 | 552 |
| Steering | 43 | 382 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 95 | 197 |
| Electrical System | 89 | 89 |
| Engine | 33 | 91 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 68 | 42 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 70 |
| Power Train | 26 | 45 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 75 | 49 |
| Check engine light | 49 | 29 |
| Hesitation / surging | 24 | 26 |
| Airbag warning light | 21 | 23 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 25 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 10 | 24 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
2007 Toyota Corolla
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.