2016 TOYOTA YARIS Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Toyota Yaris. This model year has 5 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Brake System.
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Worst 2016 Toyota Yaris Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brake System
Airbag Malfunctions
Structural Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Toyota Yaris. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota Yaris. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 5 most recent complaints
MY ACELERATOR PEDAL IS SO SMALL AND I HAD ALMOST AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE DURING A TRIP MY FOOT GOT STUCK UNDERNEAT THE PEDAL, I WAS ABLE TO REMOVE AT TIME BUT IT WAS HARD TO CHANGE TO THE BRAKES CAUSE IT TOOK LIKE A SECOND TO REMOVE MY FOOT, ALSO SOMETIMES I NEED TO SPEED FASTER TO C…
WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT IN DECEMBER OF 2018 AND AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THEY COULDN'T HELP. ENTIRE SENSOR OF THE FRONT WERE TORN OFF AND STILL DIDN'T DEPLOY. MY SISTER WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED. SHE WAS DRIVING AND CRASHED AT 35MPH ON A CITY STREER …
I DROVE FROM RICHMOND CA TO LOS ANGELES ROUND TRIP. ON MY RETURN TRIP, I HEARD A LOUD SOUND AND WHEN I SAW MY PASSENGER'S SIDE MIRROR, IT LOOKED LIKE MY REAR BUMPER WAS GOING TO FALL. THE BUMPER WAS FLAPPING VIGOROUSLY. SOON AFTER, MY PASSENGER'S SIDE WAS DOING THE SAME THING. I …
THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR HAS GONE OUT AND MY YARIS HAS LESS THAN 37,000 MILES.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER BECOMING DIZZY AND ATTEMPTING TO PULL OVER AT 55 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CON…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Toyota Yaris.
Recalls for 2016 Toyota Yaris
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 Toyota Yaris. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2016 Toyota Yaris — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Toyota Yaris reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2016 Toyota Yaris has 5 NHTSA owner complaints, 2 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Brake System (2 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Yaris?▾
#1: Brake System (2 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (2 complaints). #3: Structural Problems (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Toyota Yaris?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Toyota Yaris?▾
The 2016 Toyota Yaris has 2 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 5 total NHTSA complaints. 3 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Toyota Yaris. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 Toyota Yaris?▾
The 2016 Toyota Yaris has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Brake System issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
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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