2007 Toyota Corolla Engine and Engine Cooling Problems
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about engine and engine cooling problems on the 2007 Toyota Corolla, 8% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 30,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “engine control” (16% of reports).
- 68engine and engine cooling complaints
- 30,000median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 20%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Engine control: mentioned in 11 of 68 complaints (16%)
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems happen?
Based on 58 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 68 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury.
Toyota Corolla engine and engine cooling complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine and Engine Cooling complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Corolla | 1 | 0% | 1,500 |
| 2015 Corolla | 1 | 0% | 125,000 |
| 2014 Corolla | 2 | 1% | 990 |
| 2013 Corolla | 3 | 1% | 188,000 |
| 2011 Corolla | 7 | 1% | 175 |
| 2010 Corolla | 10 | 1% | 9,020 |
| 2009 Corolla | 42 | 3% | 13,500 |
| 2008 Corolla | 33 | 11% | 36,500 |
| 2007 Corolla | 68 | 8% | 30,000 |
| 2006 Corolla | 104 | 12% | 50,748 |
| 2005 Corolla | 92 | 11% | 59,500 |
| 2004 Corolla | 46 | 10% | 5,611 |
| 2003 Corolla | 92 | 13% | 29,285 |
| 2002 Corolla | 19 | 16% | 60,000 |
| 2001 Corolla | 31 | 23% | 66,725 |
| 2000 Corolla | 47 | 32% | 62,000 |
| 1999 Corolla | 20 | 13% | 62,000 |
| 1998 Corolla | 17 | 8% | 67,500 |
| 1997 Corolla | 4 | 3% | — |
| 1996 Corolla | 9 | 7% | 49,393 |
| 1995 Corolla | 8 | 5% | 198,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 corolla and corolla matrix vehicles. The engine control module (ecm) for the subject models equipped with the 1zz-fe engine and two-wheel drive may have been improperly manufactured. There is a possibility that a crack may develop at certain solder points or on varistors on the circuit board.
Risk: There are a variety of warnings and consequences associated with the defect. The engine warning lamp could be illuminated, harsh shifting could result, the engine may not start, or the engine could shut off while the vehicle is being driven. An engine shutoff while the vehicle is being driven increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the production number of the ecm and replace the ecm if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Toyota will mail an interim owner notification the middle of september 2010 to advise owners of this defect and recall. This interim notification will inform owners that they will receive a future notification when parts become available to have the free remedy performed on their vehicle. The safety recall began on november 29, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota corolla. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced hard shifting with the check engine warning light illuminated, prior to the vehicle inadvertently shutting off. On another occasion while driving approximately 45 mph, the…
2007 toyota corolla. Consumer writes in regards to engine stalling and restarting. *ld the consumer stated after she purchased the vehicle, the engine control computer was replaced. Also, the vehicle constantly misfired from the same cylinder and the mechanic was unable to determine the cause. *jb
Gentle persons: i would like to draw your attention to a safety issue associated with my vehicle (toyota corolla 2007, vin: [xxx]) listed on nhtsa web site. Nhtsa campaign id number: 10v384000…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2007 Toyota Corollas have engine and engine cooling problems?
No. NHTSA has 68 owner complaints about engine and engine cooling for the 2007 Toyota Corolla (8% of the 836 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Toyota Corolla engine and engine cooling?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine and engine cooling. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems start?
The median reported mileage is 30,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about engine and engine cooling problems on the 2007 Toyota Corolla?
The most frequent phrase is “engine control”, in 11 of 68 complaints.
Other 2007 Toyota Corolla problems
See all 2007 Toyota Corolla problems or engine and engine cooling problems across all Corolla years.