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Toyota C-HR problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every C-HR from 2018 to 2026: 544 owner complaints and 7 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2018 (323), 2019 (111), 2020 (65). Best fuel economy: 117 mpg combined (2026).

Toyota C-HR
Photo: BuickRiviera99 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain345
Other / unknown90
Engine54
Electrical51
Brakes29
Forward collision avoidance29
Speed control / throttle11
Fuel & propulsion9

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2018132329
2019311129
202016529
202113429
20220329
202618117

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Toyota C-HR?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2018 (323), 2019 (111), 2020 (65).

How many recalls has the Toyota C-HR had?

Across 2018–2026, NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).