2017 Toyota Yaris: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Toyota Yaris: 3 recalls, 15 owner complaints and up to 33 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Tires Vehicle recall #17V295000 · 2017 · 409 vehicles
What's wrong: Gulf states Toyota, Inc. (gulf states) is recalling certain 2017 4runner , 86, avalon, camry, camry hybrid, corolla, corolla im, highlander, highlander hybrid, prius, prius c, rav4, rav4 hybrid, sienna and yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the tire pressure label.
Why it matters: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value May not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gulf states will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017.
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.
Equipment Vehicle recall #19V503000 · 2019 · 1,325 vehicles
What's wrong: The load carrying capacity modification label May be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: An incorrect label May lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 Toyota Yaris has 15 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 15 Yaris model years for complaints (well below the 54 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 16,750 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (5 complaints, 2 recalls), 2018 (4 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 2017 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Toyota Yaris problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (4), speed control / throttle (3), transmission & drivetrain (2).
What gas mileage does the 2017 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 2017 Toyota Yaris repair manual?
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