2013 Toyota Yaris: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Toyota Yaris: 1 recall, 9 owner complaints and up to 33 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #15V134000 · 2015 · 16,582 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (3): the most common themes are fails to deploy (3).
- Brakes (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2013 Toyota Yaris has 9 owner complaints, ranking #11 of 15 Yaris model years for complaints (well below the 54 average). Complaints peaked in 2015 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 35,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (35 complaints, 5 recalls), 2014 (3 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 36 | 33 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 35 | 32 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2013 Toyota Yaris. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Toyota Yaris problems?
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (3), brakes (2), body & structure (2).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Toyota Yaris get?
EPA ratings run up to 33 mpg combined (1.5 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Toyota Yaris repair manual?
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