Toyota Corolla Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 198 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Toyota Corolla across 25 model years. The 2005 model year has the most (26). The words owners use most often: “fuel pump” (14% of reports).
- 198fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 12mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $1,000typical repair cost reported by owners
- 36%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.
- Fuel pump: mentioned in 27 of 198 complaints (14%)
- Gas tank: mentioned in 23 of 198 complaints (12%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical fuel system, gasoline repair on the Toyota Corolla at $1,000, and half of them between $600 and $1,500.
Based on 15 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2004–2020), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 136 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 198 complaints, 12 mention a crash, 14 a fire, 3 an injury.
Toyota Corolla fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Corolla | 3 | 1% | 55,600 |
| 2019 Corolla | 12 | 6% | 35,000 |
| 2018 Corolla | 15 | 11% | 44,950 |
| 2017 Corolla | 1 | 1% | 79,000 |
| 2015 Corolla | 3 | 1% | 61,500 |
| 2014 Corolla | 1 | 0% | 5,000 |
| 2013 Corolla | 1 | 0% | 2,000 |
| 2012 Corolla | 1 | 0% | 1,846 |
| 2011 Corolla | 6 | 1% | 100 |
| 2010 Corolla | 10 | 1% | 2,250 |
| 2009 Corolla | 15 | 1% | 17,333 |
| 2008 Corolla | 5 | 2% | 18,133 |
| 2007 Corolla | 17 | 2% | 39,000 |
| 2006 Corolla | 10 | 1% | 52,000 |
| 2005 Corolla | 26 | 3% | 54,000 |
| 2004 Corolla | 17 | 4% | 30,000 |
| 2003 Corolla | 8 | 1% | 31,650 |
| 2002 Corolla | 6 | 5% | 25,500 |
| 2001 Corolla | 4 | 3% | 46,596 |
| 2000 Corolla | 4 | 3% | 47,254 |
| 1999 Corolla | 5 | 3% | 109,000 |
| 1998 Corolla | 11 | 5% | 101,453 |
| 1997 Corolla | 3 | 2% | 200,110 |
| 1996 Corolla | 4 | 3% | 94,000 |
| 1995 Corolla | 10 | 6% | 150,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Model years: 2020
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Model years: 2018, 2019
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while at a red light, the vehicle shut off with the check engine and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle restarted after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the failure was…
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, or upon approaching a stop, the engine sounded very weak, almost as if the vehicle would shut off. The contact stated that the vehicle had shut off previously while driving through a drive thru. The…
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle shut off unexpectedly on several occasions. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V012000 (Fuel System, Gasoline)…
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle became difficult to operate. The contact was informed that the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was later towed a local service center who diagnosed that the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Toyota Corollas have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 198 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Toyota Corolla. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Toyota Corolla fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix fuel system, gasoline problems on the Toyota Corolla?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,000 (half paid between $600 and $1,500), from 15 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Toyota Corolla?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel pump”, in 27 of 198 complaints, followed by “gas tank” (23).
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