2011 Toyota Corolla vs 2013 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 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 584 | 201 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 356 | 353 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 44 | 46 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 3/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–30 | 29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,527 mi | 36,327 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 418 | 72 |
| Steering | 43 | 39 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 46 | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 16 | 23 |
| Engine | 19 | 16 |
| Structure | 22 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 11 |
| Power Train | 18 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2011 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.