2021 Toyota Corolla vs 2022 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 | 2021 Toyota Corolla | 2022 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 185 | 100 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 170 | 109 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 32–52 | 32–52 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,253 mi | 21,300 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 52 | 10 |
| Engine | 40 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 21 |
| Power Train | 19 | 17 |
| Visibility/wiper | 15 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 9 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
2021 Toyota Corolla
2022 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.