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ToyotaReliability & Safety Statistics

NHTSA complaint data, recall history, and AI-powered analysis for all Toyota models. Data sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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88
Reliability Score /100
Excellent Reliability
21,999
Complaints
569
Recall Campaigns
21,999
Total Complaints
2010–2026
569
Total Recalls
campaigns
2,089
Crash-Related
9.5% of complaints
1,582
Injuries Reported
across all models
14
Models Analyzed
of 58 total
36
Safety Score
Below Average
⚠️ Highest Complaint Years
2010(5,054)2012(2,075)2011(2,065)

These model years had the most NHTSA complaints across all Toyota models.

βœ… Most Reliable Years
2026(15)2025(211)2024(399)

Fewest recorded complaints β€” generally the safest years to buy used.

Complaint Trend (2010–2026)

02.5k5.1k2010: 5,054 complaints2011: 2,065 complaints2012: 2,075 complaints2013: 1,410 complaints2014: 1,129 complaints2015: 1,096 complaints2016: 1,155 complaints2017: 1,135 complaints2018: 1,015 complaints2019: 1,879 complaints2020: 1,325 complaints2021: 1,082 complaints2022: 521 complaints2023: 433 complaints2024: 399 complaints2025: 211 complaints2026: 15 complaints201020122014201620182020202220242026
ComplaintsRecalls

Top Complaint Components

Brake System4,741 (15%)
Airbag Malfunctions3,204 (10%)
Uncategorized Issues2,710 (9%)
Electrical Faults2,645 (9%)
Engine Problems2,416 (8%)
Transmission / Drivetrain2,072 (7%)
Unintended Acceleration1,653 (5%)
Steering Defects1,497 (5%)
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AI Reliability Analysis

AI Analysis

Toyota shows a high volume of complaints and recalls across multiple models, with brake system issues and airbag malfunctions being the most frequently reported problems. The brand's safety score of 36 with high confidence indicates moderate safety performance, though crash-related complaints and fatalities are present. Best recent years (2024-2026) have low complaint volumes, suggesting improvements in newer models.

πŸ’‘ Buyer Advice

Used-car buyers should prioritize inspecting brake systems and airbag recall status on any Toyota model, especially Prius (2010), RAV4 (2019), and Corolla (2010). Verify that all open recalls have been addressed before purchase.

⚠️ Top Reported Issues

1
Brake system problems, which may affect stopping performance.
2
Airbag malfunctions, potentially impacting occupant safety.
3
Unintended acceleration reports, totaling 1653 complaints.
Based on 21,999 NHTSA complaints collected 2010–2026. Source: nhtsa.gov.

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