2007 Toyota Yaris Problems
Shopping for a used 2007 Toyota Yaris? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 296 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions the most reported area.
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This 2007 Toyota Yaris has 296 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2007 Toyota Yaris Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2007 Toyota Yaris 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.
2007 Toyota Yaris 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
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: 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 2007 Toyota Yaris has 296 owner complaints, 41 crash-related complaints, and 10 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Toyota
- Model
- Yaris
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 296
- Crash-related complaints
- 41
- Safety recall campaigns
- 10
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 32
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 29 / 36
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Common problems
Most common 2007 Toyota Yaris problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Brake System
Suspension Failures
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Brake System, Suspension Failures. 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 2007 Toyota Yaris?
The 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2007 Toyota Yaris
Inspection Focus
- Inspect airbag system and verify no open recalls related to airbags.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and suspension components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect airbag system and verify no open recalls related to airbags.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and suspension components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported components.
Check the exact car
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 296 NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Toyota Yaris, the data suggests that airbag malfunctions are the most frequently reported issue, followed by brake system and suspension failures. However, the confidence level is low, and these complaints are consumer-submitted, not confirmed defects.
- Airbag malfunctions account for the highest number of complaints (132) among all components.
- Brake system complaints total 40, making it the second most reported component.
- Crash-related complaints number 41, indicating some incidents may involve these components.
- Airbag Malfunctions: 132 complaints, the most reported issue.
- Brake System: 40 complaints, a significant concern.
- Suspension Failures: 24 complaints, another area of frequent reports.
Full breakdown
All 2007 Toyota Yaris complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Toyota Yaris. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 132 | 29 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 40 | 4 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 24 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 23 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 20 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 20 | 8 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 17 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 17 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 16 | — | 5 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 13 | 4 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 11 | 3 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electric | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Other | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 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 2007 Toyota Yaris. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I will be answering the questions below in order. I have come across multiple post online of other people who had their axle beam failed. - Rear Axle Beam Broken. - Once the axle beam is broken while driving it can lose control and cause a major accident. - Problem has been conf…
The rear axle has failed due to corrosion. Loss of right rear wheel assembly was narrowly avoided. Noticed the wheel was squatting oddly and upon inspection the wheel assembly was nearly removed by hand.
I bought a 2007 Toyota Yaris brand new. It's a one owner car with 216000 miles. 5 years ago, I noticed that the side skirt was rusty near the back wheel. Over time, they rusted out. One month ago, while pulling in at the gas station, I heard a crunch. I felt the drivers side of m…
Side-impact on the passenger side, car flipped over and landed upside down. Airbags did not deploy
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated while the vehicle was getting inspected, the inspector noticed that the real axle was rusted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or a mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted or notified…
My wife was in town driving about 10 mile an hour just pulled away from stop sign, when her drivers side rear tire broke off. We loaded it on a trailer and brought it home. The Axel Beam had completely rusted in two Now Toyota is tell me its 1600 dollar for a new one. I think si…
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated that the front driver's side and the front passenger's side seat belts failed to latch securely. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure milea…
Since Toyota replaced the air bags as part of the airbag recall back in 2019 in my 2007 Toyota Yaris (VIN: [XXX]), the airbag signs always stayed on; I'm just worried if this prevents the airbags to deploy in case of a crash. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFO…
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the air bag warning light and "Passenger Air Bag Turned Off" warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic who diagnosed the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number…
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, an abnormal sound was heard, and the sunroof was opened halfway. The contact pulled over and noticed the sunroof glass had detached from the vehicle. There was no impact to the sunroof that could have …
ON METER SHOW AIRBAG SIGN
REAR AXLE BEAM CRACKED ON LEFT SIDE AT A WELD, NOTICED VEHICLE NOT TRACKING PROPERLY AND HAD CHECKED AT A SHOP AND THEY FOUND THIS.
WHEN I START MY CAR ALL OF THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS ARE COMING UP. OTHER PRIUS HAS SAME PROBLEMS.
THE ABS SENSOR IS NOTORIOUSLY BAD, AND I HAD TO STOP SUDDENLY AND WENT INTO A FOUR WHEEL SLIDE BECAUSE THE ABS STOPPED WORKING. THIS NEEDS A RECALL.
STRANGE SOUND COMMING FROM REAR AREA. LOOKED AND REAR PASSANGER SIDE TIRE LEANNING INWARD TOWARD CAR. TOOK TO REPAIR SHOP. THE REAR AXLE BEAM WAS RUSTED ENOUGH THAT THE TIRE WAS GETTING READY TO COME OFF. THE REPAIR SHOP HAD NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE THIS. I AM THE ONLY OWNER OF T…
TAKATA RECALL
P/S DASHBOARD RED LIGHT CAME ON WITH SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING ASSIST WHILE TURNING AND DRIVING. LUCKILY THE CAR IS LIGHT, BUT I COULD HAVE EASILY HIT AN OBJECT, HAD IT HAPPENED IN A DIFFERENT LOCATION OR AT A DIFFERENT SPEED. PROBLEM DISAPPEARED BY ITSELF. TWO WEEKS THEREAFTER, AN…
DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND AXLE BEAM BROKE AT SEAM. DRIVERS SIDE. WAS GOING STRAIGHT AT THE TIME. HEARD NOISE. TOP OF TIRE WAS LEANING INWARD TOWARDS CAR.
DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE. HEARD A NOISE THAT SOUNDED LIKE A BLOWN TIRED. PULL OVER AND LOOKED UNDER CAR. THE WHEEL WAS LEANING AND IT APPEARED TO ME A BAR WAS BROKE. TOWED IT TO GARAGE AND MECHANIC HAD NEVER SEEN THIS AXLE BEAM BROKEN AT THE SEAM. PICTURES ATTACHED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA YARIS. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V006000 (AIR BAGS) BY MOSSY TOYOTA (4555 MISSION BAY DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92109, (858) 581-4000), THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE V…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Safety recalls
2007 Toyota Yaris recalls
10 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Toyota Yaris. 10 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
SEATS
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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Questions
2007 Toyota Yaris buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Toyota Yaris reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 296 owner complaints, 41 crash-related complaints, and 10 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2007 Toyota Yaris?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (132 complaints). #2: Brake System (40 complaints). #3: Suspension Failures (24 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Toyota Yaris?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Toyota Yaris?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Toyota Yaris, NHTSA complaints include 41 crash-related reports and 6 fire reports out of 296 total complaints. 53 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?▾
Yes. 10 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Toyota Yaris. A major recall area is AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. 10 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Toyota Yaris?▾
The 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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