Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2020 Toyota Yaris. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel Pump May Fail and Cause Engine Stall
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Yaris, Yaris Hatchback, and Yaris Sedan vehicles. An impeller within the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
- Consequence
- A fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB05 and 21TA05.
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Owner complaints (9)
9 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 33.3% |
| Fuel system | 3 | 33.3% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 33.3% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 22.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 22.2% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 11.1% |
| Seat belts | 1 | 11.1% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 11.1% |
How 2020 compares with other Yaris years
Best and worst Yaris years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 25 | 3 |
| 2012 | 35 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 | 1 |
| 2014 | 3 | 1 |
| 2015 | 15 | 4 |
| 2016 | 5 | 2 |
| 2017 | 15 | 3 |
| 2018 | 4 | 1 |
| 2019 | 26 | 3 |
| 2020 | 9 | 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), 2020 Toyota Yaris 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 35 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 252 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 / 40 / 35 | $1,900 | 252 |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 39 / 34 | $1,950 | 264 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2020 Yaris for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2020 Toyota Yaris FAQ
How many recalls does the 2020 Toyota Yaris have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 21V617000 (fuel pump). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2020 Toyota Yaris problems?
Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (3), Fuel system (3), Unknown or other (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2020 Toyota Yaris get?
EPA rates the 1.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 32 city, 40 highway and 35 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2020 Toyota Yaris get?
NHTSA rated the 2020 Toyota Yaris 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (13% rollover risk).
How does the 2020 Yaris compare with other years?
Among the 2011–2020 Toyota Yaris model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2012 the most (35). The 2020 drew 9. 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.