2015 Toyota Yaris
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 5 of 15 complaints (33%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more reported injuries (7) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 3 in 2014 to 15 in 2015.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,900–1,950 | 1,900–1,950 | 1,900–1,950 | 1,900–1,950 | 1,800–1,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 32–33 | 32–33 | 32–33 | 32–33 | 32–35 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 30 / 35–36 | 30 / 35–36 | 30 / 35–36 | 30 / 35–36 | 30–32 / 35–40 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 271–278 | 271–278 | 271–278 | 271–278 | 249–278 | |
| Complaints filed | 9 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 31 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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 2015 Toyota Yaris have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns 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 2015 Toyota Yaris?
Airbags & Restraints: 5 of 15 NHTSA complaints (33%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Toyota Yaris get?
EPA rates it 32–33 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Toyota Yaris?
EPA estimates $1,900–$1,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 30 mpg | 35 mpg (low) | 32 mpg (low) | $1,950 (high) | 278 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 30 mpg | 36 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | $1,900 (low) | 271 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 5 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 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 (4)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW · Campaign 19V319000 · Apr 24, 2019
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Yaris vehicles. The wire harnesses for the side air bag sensors located within the front doors may crack and corrode, possibly causing the non-deployment or improper deployment of the front seat side air bags and the curtain shield air bags.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, front seat side air bags and curtain shield air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire harness assembly in the front doors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K1F/K0F.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER · Campaign 16V367000 · May 26, 2016
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Yaris vehicles manufactured January 13, 2015, to February 27, 2015. The front strut mounting bearings can be damaged when a high load is applied to the strut, such as driving over a large bump.
Consequence: A damaged strut mounting bearing may cause the strut rod to separate, causing a loss of vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the strut mounting bearings and, as necessary, replace the strut and front suspension support sub-assembly, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners July 12, 2016. The recall began on September 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0S.
STRUCTURE · Campaign 15V134000 · Mar 9, 2015
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 31, 2011, to February 9, 2015, and sold or registered in Puerto Rico. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with a roof headliner that does not provide the proper occupant protection in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 201, " Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Consequence: If the vehicles are equipped with a headliner that does not meet the impact requirements, there is an increased risk of occupantl injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY · Campaign 15V098000 · Feb 19, 2015
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Yaris vehicles manufactured September 8, 2014, to January 9, 2015. The affected vehicles may have improperly tightened rear axle bearing bolts.
Consequence: The improperly tightened bolts may loosen during vehicle operation and may potentially cause the wheel to lock up or may damage the rear brake components, reducing their effectiveness. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle bearing bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began during April 3, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.