2018 Toyota Corolla vs 2019 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Toyota Corolla | 2019 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 133 | 202 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 183 | 204 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30–32 | 30–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 19,100 mi | 13,198 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 35 | 31 |
| Power Train | 12 | 54 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 23 | 31 |
| Engine | 15 | 39 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 22 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
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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.