2018 Toyota Yaris: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Toyota Yaris: 1 recall, 4 owner complaints and up to 33 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
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, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Visibility/Wiper (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Exterior lights (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Toyota Yaris has 4 owner complaints, ranking #14 of 15 Yaris model years for complaints (well below the 54 average). Neighboring years: 2017 (15 complaints, 3 recalls), 2019 (26 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 2018 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2018 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 2018 Toyota Yaris problems?
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (2), visibility/wiper (1), exterior lights (1).
What gas mileage does the 2018 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 2018 Toyota Yaris repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.