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2024 Toyota Corolla problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2024 Toyota Corolla sits mid-pack among Corolla years: 94 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 149, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations. Reports tied to this model year include 3 deaths and 23 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (20), other (16), and steering (11), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

94

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

21

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

23

Injuries

3

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Corolla years?

Corolla NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted1,770 complaints1969: 0 complaints1970: 0 complaints1971: 0 complaints1973: 1 complaints1976: 2 complaints1977: 1 complaints1978: 0 complaints1979: 3 complaints1980: 2 complaints1981: 3 complaints1982: 5 complaints1983: 1 complaints1984: 8 complaints1985: 5 complaints1986: 3 complaints1987: 15 complaints1988: 33 complaints1989: 30 complaints1990: 31 complaints1991: 96 complaints1992: 115 complaints1993: 154 complaints1994: 199 complaints1995: 226 complaints1996: 151 complaints1997: 149 complaints1998: 278 complaints1999: 188 complaints2000: 176 complaints2001: 163 complaints2002: 141 complaints2003: 860 complaints2004: 560 complaints2005: 972 complaints2006: 971 complaints2007: 983 complaints2008: 378 complaints2009: 1,770 complaints2010: 1,573 complaints2011: 690 complaints2012: 496 complaints2013: 269 complaints2014: 381 complaints2015: 308 complaints2016: 309 complaints2017: 275 complaints2018: 196 complaints2019: 289 complaints2020: 391 complaints2021: 249 complaints2022: 128 complaints2023: 116 complaints2024: 94 complaints2025: 40 complaints2026: 18 complaints
Corolla NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Toyota Corolla problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance2021%
Other1617%
Steering1112%
Brakes1011%
Electrical System77%
Transmission77%
Engine66%
Airbags44%
Lighting44%
Visibility & Wipers33%
Speed Control22%
Tires & Wheels22%
Seat Belts11%
Fuel System11%

Does the 2024 Toyota Corolla have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V878000SteeringNovember 21, 2024 · 8,057 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. Due to cracks developed during the manufacturing process, the steering intermediate shaft assembly may fracture and possibly result in the shaft detaching from the steering column.

Consequence

A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24TB13/24TA13.

24V548000OtherJuly 23, 2024 · 33,848 units

Defect

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence

A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“On 6/7 while driving 65 mph I hit a deer on the driver front. My car detected the crash and deployed every airbag inside the car. I received an injury to my legs from the driver's airbag under my steering wheel. If this airbag were not there, I would have had no injuries from this accident. I have…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · June 7, 2026 · crash

“"I am reporting a fatal crash involving a 2024 Toyota Corolla (VIN [XXX] I do not know the exact mechanical cause, but the following symptoms occurred: 1) The driver reported dashboard lights (red and blue) flickering on and off, windows and locks going on or off. 2) There was hesitation in…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 13, 2025 · crash

“On 11/29/23 after 11:30pm, I was in the process of clearing an exit and at the tail end of the exit it felt like the car was "correcting" itself and I was unable to stay turning right. The steering wheel felt locked and I was unable to control the car. The car impacted the guardrail and I was able…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · November 29, 2023 · crash

“There was a recall on my vehicle for the skid and emergency braking and was told it was taken care of Feb 2025 at my service appointment. I was involved in a car accident on Aug 11, 2025, everything that was supposed to be fixed in the recall did not operate during my crash. I reconfirmed with the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 11, 2025 · crash

“"I am reporting a fatal crash involving a 2024 Toyota Corolla (VIN [XXX] I do not know the exact mechanical cause, but the following symptoms occurred: 1) The driver reported dashboard lights (red and blue) flickering on and off, windows and locks going on or off. 2) There was hesitation in…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 13, 2025 · crash

2024 Toyota Corolla — common questions

Is the 2024 Toyota Corolla reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 94 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Corolla year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2024 Corolla problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (20 complaints), other (16 complaints), steering (11 complaints).

Does the 2024 Toyota Corolla have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Toyota Corolla. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Toyota Corolla years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Corolla years to avoid are 2009, 2010, 2007, 2005, 2006, 2003, 2011, 2004, 2012, 2020, 2014, 2008, 2016, 2015, 2019, 1998, 2017, 2013, 2021, 1995, 2018. The cleanest record among Corolla years belongs to 1978.

How safe is the 2024 Toyota Corolla?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Toyota Corolla earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.