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Toyota Corolla Cross problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Corolla Cross from 2022 to 2026: 311 owner complaints and 6 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2023 (174), 2022 (46), 2024 (45). Best fuel economy: 32 mpg combined (2026).

Toyota Corolla Cross
Photo: Ethan Llamas · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine126
Electrical94
Other / unknown62
Steering57
Transmission & drivetrain32
Visibility/Wiper32
Brakes26
Exterior lights26

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
202224632
2023417432
202404532
202502032
202602632

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Toyota Corolla Cross?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2023 (174), 2022 (46), 2024 (45).

How many recalls has the Toyota Corolla Cross had?

Across 2022–2026, NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).