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2020 Toyota Yaris problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 16 complaints on file for the 2020 Toyota Yaris — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

16

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2020 compare to other Yaris years?

Yaris NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted331 complaints2006: 9 complaints2007: 331 complaints2008: 289 complaints2009: 134 complaints2010: 123 complaints2011: 31 complaints2012: 47 complaints2013: 11 complaints2014: 3 complaints2015: 22 complaints2016: 8 complaints2017: 21 complaints2018: 7 complaints2019: 43 complaints2020: 16 complaints
Yaris NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Toyota Yaris problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine319%
Fuel System319%
Other319%
Speed Control213%
Electrical System213%
Driver Assistance16%
Seat Belts16%
Brakes16%

Does the 2020 Toyota Yaris have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V617000Fuel SystemSeptember 27, 2021 · 31,307 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“i was at a stop light waiting for a left turn. there was a truck in front of me. the light turned green. the truck drove forward and was beginning to turn. there was a car space between me and the truck. i accelerated to turn and within a few seconds i felt the anti lock brakes activate, car…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 15, 2021

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Yaris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V617000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 6, 2021

“THE OWNERS MANUAL CAPACITIES FOR AN OIL CHANGE WITH FILTER CALLS FOR 4.4QTS. WHEN THIS AMOUNT OF OIL IS USED AND THE PROPER INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED AS PER THE SAME MANUAL TO CHECK THE LEVEL WITH THE DIPSTICK IT SHOWS THAT IT IS OVERFILLED BY CLOSE TO 1QT. THE DEALERSHIP CAN'T EXPLAIN IT NOR CAN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 26, 2021

“i was at a stop light waiting for a left turn. there was a truck in front of me. the light turned green. the truck drove forward and was beginning to turn. there was a car space between me and the truck. i accelerated to turn and within a few seconds i felt the anti lock brakes activate, car…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · June 15, 2021

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SEVERAL UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO SECURELY FASTEN INTO THE BUCKLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE MIRROR COVER DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 1, 2020

2020 Toyota Yaris — common questions

Is the 2020 Toyota Yaris reliable?

The record is thin — 16 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2020 Yaris problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (3 complaints), engine (3 complaints), other (3 complaints).

Does the 2020 Toyota Yaris have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Toyota Yaris. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Toyota Yaris years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Yaris years to avoid are 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2019, 2011, 2006. The cleanest record among Yaris years belongs to 2014.

How safe is the 2020 Toyota Yaris?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2020 Toyota Yaris 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.