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Toyota Corolla 2020–2022

See what was reported for each year and what to check before you buy.

Twelfth generation (E210)2020–2022Evidence: Medium confidence

Problems and recalls for 2020–2022

We checked 3 model years, 2020–2022, for problems and recalls. Pick your model year below to see what was reported for it.

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Years we reviewed

Pick your model year to see its reported problems, recalls, and checks.

Problems to check

These problems were reported in one or more reviewed years. Open a year to see which ones were reported for it.

Airbags owner reports

8 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention air bags.

Evidence: Limited confidence
What to look for

Why it matters

The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.

First checks

  • • Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.

Service Brakes owner reports

3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention service brakes.

Evidence: Medium confidence
What to look for

Why it matters

The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.

First checks

  • • Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.

Seat Belts recall

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C-HR and 2020 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles equipped with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism.

Evidence: High confidence
What to look for

Why it matters

The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.

First checks

  • • Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.

Fuel System recall

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna,

Evidence: High confidence
What to look for

Why it matters

The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.

First checks

  • • Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.

Airbags recall

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H ve

Evidence: High confidence
What to look for

Why it matters

The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.

First checks

  • • Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.

Manufacturer service campaign

DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court.

Evidence: High confidence
What to look for

Why it matters

The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.

First checks

  • • Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.

Manufacturer warranty extension

In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Customer Support Program to provide coverage for Flow Shut-off Valve Coolant Leak on multiple Model & Model Year Toyota Vehicles.

Evidence: High confidence
What to look for

Why it matters

The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.

First checks

  • • Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.

Power Train owner reports

3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention power train.

Evidence: Limited confidence
What to look for

Why it matters

The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.

First checks

  • • Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.

12 more reviewed records are organized under the model years above.

Sources and limits

We last updated this on Jul 2026. We found 5 of 5 source types for the year with the most records.

Some years are missing these sources: Production exposure denominator.

Owner reports can hint at patterns. They do not show a true failure rate. They cannot predict how one car will hold up.

Every model year

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Related guide

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