2017 Toyota Yaris Ia Problems
Shopping for a used 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 31 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions the most reported area.
Before you buy
This 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia has 31 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2017 Toyota Yaris Ia Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2017 Toyota Yaris Ia Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
13% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
13% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia has 31 owner complaints, 7 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Toyota
- Model
- Yaris Ia
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 31
- Crash-related complaints
- 7
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 35
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 32 / 40
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Fuel/Propulsion System
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Fuel/Propulsion System, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia?
The 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia
Inspection Focus
- Inspect airbag system and verify no open recalls related to airbags.
- Request service records for fuel/propulsion system repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Have a mechanic inspect the transmission and drivetrain before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect airbag system and verify no open recalls related to airbags.
- Request service records for fuel/propulsion system repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Have a mechanic inspect the transmission and drivetrain before purchase.
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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 31 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Toyota Yaris iA, the most frequently reported issue involves airbag malfunctions, followed by fuel/propulsion system problems. Crash-related complaints account for 7 of the total. The data suggests potential concerns with safety systems and powertrain components, though the sample size is small.
- Airbag malfunctions are the most common complaint, with 8 reports.
- Fuel/propulsion system issues are the second most reported, with 5 complaints.
- Crash-related complaints represent 7 out of 31 total complaints.
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Fuel/Propulsion System
- Transmission / Drivetrain
Full breakdown
All 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 8 | 6 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The infotainment display glass on my 2017 Toyota Yaris iA has a known adhesive defect that causes white "spider cracking" around the edges of the infotainment display and "ghost touches," where the touchscreen registers inputs without being touched. This can change music, navig…
I was involved in a accident where the airbags did not deploy. I was hit on my driver's side and the vehicle was totaled but the airbags never deployed. I also dealt with electrical issues the entire time I had the vehicle. I believe the electrical issues cause the airbags not to…
i just got this vehicle drive it about 1000mile then i relive my toyota yaris ia 2017 have a huge dangerous problem when drive high speeds above 70mph to 80mph vehicle stall on the high way
For several years the steering has been binding and lightly locking durind highway driving. After numerous attempts to have the dealer test drive the vehicle to duplicate the problem, in 2022 they said there was a dangerous problem with the steering. They replaced the steering …
At about 25,000 miles, my vehicle steering began to lightly bind when driving on a straight road at highway speed. Although the steering wheel could be turned with some minor extra effort, the experience was troubling. At 29,880 miles I took my vehicle to the local dealer and …
The car had precisely 51,255 miles. I took it in for a 50K regular service and asked them to run a diagnostic because there was a grinding sound, so I asked them to check the transmission fluid and run an OBD diagnostic. Between my last regular service and the current service, th…
Our Toyota Yaris was involved in front end accident on 11/4/21; no airbags deployed as a result of the accident. The car was declared a total loss (TL) by USAA. Calliber Collision (775-353-4400) in Sparks, NV currently has the car. I requested they complete a diagnostic report o…
I have found that the TCS/DSC control malfunctions occasionally and can lead to lose of power to the wheels right when it is necessary to avoid an accident. The worst time was when it was snowing out and even if I floored it the wheels did not turn. Once I shut off the TCS/DSC co…
WHEN I DRIVE OVER REFLECTORS IN THE ROAD AROUND MY NEIGHBORHOOD GOING SPEED LESS THAN 25 MPH CAR WILL RANDOMLY ENGAGE FRONT END COLLISION WARNING, BOTH AT DAY AND NIGHT. THE LIGHT APPEARS ON DASH, THE ENGINE BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSES AND THE CAR JERKS OUT OF MY CONTROL. I…
VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC SEVERAL TIMES. CAR BEGAN JERKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE WAS AND WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVER AND THE OTHER CARS AROUND. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WITHIN A MILE RADIUS. I BARELY MADE IT TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PU…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING, AND STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE WAS REAR-ENDED BY THE VEHICLE BEHIND HER WHICH CAUSED HER VEHICLE TO REAR-END THE VEHICLE AHEAD OF HER. THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED AT THE REAR AN…
HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WENT OUT .ON CAR UNDER 60000 MILES
SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR, IT HAS MADE A VERY HIGH PITCH NOISE WHEN I PRESS THE BREAKS. IT DOESN'T HAPPEN OFTEN BUT IT DOES HAPPEN AND THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO UNDERSTAND WHY NOR HAVE THEY TRIED TO FIX IT UNTIL THE FREE PACKAGE WAS OVER.
THE WINDSHIELD CRACKS WITH NO REASON (NOTHING HIT/IMPACTED IT). WHEN THE CAR WAS LESS THAN A YEAR OLD, THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND COULD NOT BE REPAIRED. I HAD THE WINDSHIELD REPLACED BY THE TOYOTA DEALER WITH AN OEM WINDSHIELD. LESS THAN A YEAR LATER, THE NEW WINDSHIELD HAS TWO M…
WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON 9/11/19-AIRBAG ON DRIVERS SIDE WENT OFF AND BURNED MY ARM-AIR BAG ALSO WENT OFF ON PASSANGER SIDE-MY CAR WAS GOING SOUTH ON STEIN DRIVE -THE OTHER CAR WAS GOING WEST ON WISCONSIN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 TOYOTA YARIS IA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WAS CRASHED INTO BY ANOTHER VEHICLE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SUSTAIN…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA YARIS IA. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ORLAND TOYOTA (8505 W 159TH ST, TINLEY PARK, IL 60487, (708) 336-7288), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER…
MY VEHICLE HAS 21K MILES 2017 BOUGHT NEW AND THE FRONT ROTORS NEED TO BE REPLACED. I DRIVE LOCAL, AND I AM BEING TOLD HARD STOPS ON BRAKES WILL OVERHEAT THE ROTORS. I DO NOT DRIVE AT 90MPH THEN JAM ON THE BRAKES. I DO NOT DRIVE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CANNOT DRIVE AFTER DUSK. I BELIE…
MY FIXD SENSOR PICKED UP A B1660 AIRBAG CODE, SEAT DRIVER FRONT UP CIRCUIT OPEN ERROR CODE. BUT MY VIN SAYS THERE ARE NO UNREPAIRED RECALLS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V319000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT FRANK TOYOTA (LOCATED AT 2400 NATIONAL CITY BLVD, NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950, (866) 308-9461) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia.
Safety recalls
2017 Toyota Yaris Ia recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2017 Toyota Yaris Ia buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 31 owner complaints, 7 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (8 complaints). #2: Fuel/Propulsion System (5 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia, NHTSA complaints include 7 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 31 total complaints. 5 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia?▾
The 2017 Toyota Yaris Ia shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Airbag Malfunctions during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Yaris Ia reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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