2016 Toyota Yaris: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Toyota Yaris: 2 recalls, 5 owner complaints and up to 33 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment, Tires Vehicle recall #16V236000 · 2016 · 94 vehicles
What's wrong: The load carrying capacity modification label May not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "tire selection and rims for passenger cars."
Why it matters: An incorrect label May result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016.
Airbags, Electrical Vehicle recall #19V319000 · 2019 · 43,221 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (2): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2).
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 Toyota Yaris has 5 owner complaints, ranking #13 of 15 Yaris model years for complaints (well below the 54 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 34,250 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (15 complaints, 4 recalls), 2017 (15 complaints, 3 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 2016 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Toyota Yaris problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (2), body & structure (2), brakes (2).
What gas mileage does the 2016 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 2016 Toyota Yaris repair manual?
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