Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2026 Toyota Corolla. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Missing Aim Markings on Headlight Assembly/FMVSS 108
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Corolla vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights during service. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both front headlight assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA05.
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Owner complaints (17)
17 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 8 | 47.1% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 17.6% |
| Air bags | 2 | 11.8% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 11.8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 11.8% |
| Steering | 2 | 11.8% |
| Suspension | 2 | 11.8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 11.8% |
| Engine | 1 | 5.9% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 5.9% |
How 2026 compares with other Corolla years
Best and worst Corolla years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 178 | 3 |
| 2018 | 134 | 3 |
| 2019 | 203 | 5 |
| 2020 | 307 | 3 |
| 2021 | 185 | 1 |
| 2022 | 101 | 0 |
| 2023 | 73 | 3 |
| 2024 | 63 | 2 |
| 2025 | 31 | 0 |
| 2026 | 17 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2026 Toyota Corolla 5 hb fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 50 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 176 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 50 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 53 / 46 / 50 | $1,350 | 176 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT | All-Wheel Drive | 51 / 44 / 48 | $1,400 | 183 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 50 / 43 / 47 | $1,450 | 186 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT | All-Wheel Drive | 47 / 41 / 44 | $1,500 | 199 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 / 41 / 35 | $1,900 | 254 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S10 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 / 41 / 35 | $1,900 | 254 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 40 / 34 | $1,950 | 257 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S10 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 38 / 34 | $1,950 | 265 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S10 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 38 / 33 | $2,050 | 266 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S10 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 38 / 33 | $2,050 | 267 |
| 1.6 L 3-cyl · 6-speed manual | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | $3,400 | 368 |
| 1.6 L 3-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 395 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2026 Toyota Corolla FAQ
How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota Corolla have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 26V110000 (lighting). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2026 Toyota Corolla problems?
Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (8), Service brakes (3), Air bags (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2026 Toyota Corolla get?
EPA rates the 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 53 city, 46 highway and 50 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2026 Toyota Corolla get?
NHTSA rated the 2026 Toyota Corolla 5 hb fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (10.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2026 Corolla compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Toyota Corolla model years at least five years old, the 2018 drew the fewest complaints (134) and the 2020 the most (307). The 2026 drew 17. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.