2016 Toyota Corolla
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 73 of 213 complaints (34%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 219 in 2015 to 213 in 2016.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,850–2,100 | 1,850–2,100 | 1,850–2,100 | 1,850–2,100 | 1,850–2,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 30–34 | 30–34 | 30–34 | 30–34 | 30–34 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 27–30 / 35–40 | 27–30 / 35–40 | 27–30 / 35–40 | 27–30 / 35–40 | 27–30 / 35–40 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 263–291 | 263–291 | 263–291 | 263–297 | 263–297 | |
| Complaints filed | 269 | 219 | 213 | 190 | 141 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 64 | 60 | 66 | 47 | 27 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | |
| Injuries reported | 50 | 50 | 56 | 44 | 20 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Corolla have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Toyota Corolla?
Airbags & Restraints: 73 of 213 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Corolla get?
EPA rates it 30–34 MPG combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Toyota Corolla?
EPA estimates $1,850–$2,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 27 mpg (low) | 35 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | $2,100 (high) | 291 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg | 36 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 282 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 29 mpg | 37 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,950 | 281 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg | 36 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 284 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 30 mpg (high) | 40 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | $1,850 (low) | 263 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 30 mpg (high) | 38 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,900 | 266 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 14 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 32 | 14 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| Steering | 22 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 21 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 73 | 46 | 1 | 48 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 22 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 22 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 23 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE · Campaign 20V024000 · Jan 21, 2020
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.