This page covers 2 recalls, 267 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2014 Toyota Corolla.
30–32 mpg combined
7.4–7.8 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
For the 2014 Corolla, the dominant complaint themes center on airbags and the electrical system. On the airbag side, owners most commonly report the passenger seat occupant sensor malfunctioning, the airbag warning light illuminates and the system shows the passenger airbag as disabled even when an adult is seated. The electrical system complaints cover a range of issues, including the backup camera displaying a black or blank screen while reversing, intermittent power losses, and various warning lights activating without a clear cause. Vehicle speed control rounds out the top complaints, with owners describing cruise control cutting out unexpectedly or the engine hesitating during acceleration. A recurring paint complaint also appears across multiple reports, white paint peeling and delaminating in large sheets down to bare metal, typically on vehicles with no accident history or repainting, and often starting at relatively low mileage.
267
Total Complaints
64
Crash-Related
3
Fire-Related
37
With Injuries
By System
The 2014 Toyota Corolla has 2 recalls, the more serious being a faulty airbag control unit that can malfunction during a crash and prevent the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners from deploying, leaving occupants less protected at the moment they need it most.
The second recall involves the windshield wiper switch, which can short circuit and leave the wipers inoperative, reducing visibility in rain or snow.
At a glance
What can fail
During certain crashes, the air bag control unit may malfunction, which could prevent air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the air bag control unit and install a noise filter on the wiring, if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The windshield wiper switch assembly may short circuit, causing the wipers to malfunction.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
