2013 Toyota Corolla vs 2015 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 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | 2015 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 201 | 219 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 353 | 323 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 46 | 60 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29 | 30–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 36,327 mi | 34,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 72 | 56 |
| Steering | 39 | 15 |
| Structure | 10 | 32 |
| Service Brakes | 23 | 17 |
| Power Train | 9 | 30 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 18 |
| Engine | 16 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 8 |
2013 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.