2019 Toyota Yaris: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Toyota Yaris: 3 recalls, 26 owner complaints and up to 35 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #19V244000 · 2019 · 3,634 vehicles
What's wrong: The text on the load capacity label May become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: If the driver cannot read the label, they May unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gst will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019.
Equipment Vehicle recall #19V503000 · 2019 · 1,325 vehicles
What's wrong: The load carrying capacity modification label May be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: An incorrect label May lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #21V617000 · 2021 · 31,307 vehicles
What's wrong: An impeller within the low-pressure fuel pump May crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Why it matters: A fuel pump failure May cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (8): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
- Electrical (8): the most common themes are warning light on (2), electrical failure (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (7): the most common themes are electrical failure (3), won't start (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Steering (5): the most common themes are steering problems (3).
The 2019 Toyota Yaris has 26 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 15 Yaris model years for complaints (well below the 54 average). Complaints peaked in 2021 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 13,516 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (4 complaints, 1 recalls), 2020 (10 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 | 40 | 35 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 39 | 34 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 35 | 32 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Toyota Yaris. 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 2019 Toyota Yaris problems?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (8), electrical (8), fuel & propulsion (7).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Toyota Yaris get?
EPA ratings run up to 35 mpg combined (1.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Toyota Yaris repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.