2016 Toyota Corolla: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Toyota Corolla: 1 recall, 214 owner complaints and up to 32 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #20V024000 · 2020 · 2,891,976 vehicles
What's wrong: During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) May malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended May increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 56 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (65): the most common themes are fails to deploy (28).
- Brakes (29): the most common themes are noise or vibration (9), brake failure / soft pedal (7).
- Seat belts (26): the most common themes are noise or vibration (7).
- Other / unknown (24): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3), fire / smoke (3).
The 2016 Toyota Corolla has 214 owner complaints, ranking #15 of 37 Corolla model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 315). Complaints peaked in 2020 (48 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 25,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (220 complaints, 1 recalls), 2017 (178 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 32 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 31 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 31 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Toyota Corolla have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 Toyota Corolla. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Toyota Corolla problems?
Owners have filed 214 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (65), brakes (29), seat belts (26).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Corolla get?
EPA ratings run up to 32 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Toyota Corolla repair manual?
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