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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-TOYOTA-YARIS
2007 · Toyota

Toyota Yaris problems

1 safety recall. 296 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
121 reports · avg $1,100
severe
brakes
37 reports · avg $450
severe
suspension
23 reports · avg $900
moderate
electrical
15 reports · avg $850
severe
seatbelts
14 reports · avg $500
severe
steering
13 reports · avg $700
severe
body
11 reports · avg $1,500
severe
engine
11 reports · avg $3,100
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Yaris · airbags
TAKATA RECALL I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO USE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OF MY CAR SINCE EARLY SUMMER. I HAVE SENT YOUR AGENCY A COMPLAINT AND HAVE CALLED TOYOTA SEVERAL TIMES. AT WHAT POINT DOES YOUR AGENCY INSIST THAT THE MANUFACTURER REPAIR OR REPLACE THE VEHICLE. WAITING FOR OVER…
12/30/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938722.0
2007 Yaris · tires
AFTER HAVING 4 NEW GOODYEAR ASSURANCE FUEL-MAX TIRES FOR APPROX 10 MONTHS AND 10,000 MILES, OBSERVED BULGES FORMING ON SIDEWALLS OF 3 OUT OF 4 TIRES. GOODYEAR WAS UNWILLING TO RECOGNIZE THE PROBLEM AS A DEFECT, BUT AFTER MULTIPLE CALLS TO CUSTOMER SUPPORT, THEY REPLACED THE 3…
12/30/2013 · NHTSA ODI #10557914.0
2007 Yaris · airbags
TAKATA RECALL. STILL NO SAFE FIX FROM TOYOTA. I GUESS OUR LIVES ARE NOT IMPORTANT TO THIS COMPANY. WE HAVE NO AIRBAG ISSUE AT THIS TIME.
12/29/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938413.0
2007 Yaris · airbags
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON, TOOK TO DEALERSHIP GOT DIAGNOSTIC AND IT IS THE AIR BAG COIL SPRING, NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, ADVISED THAT THE AIR BAGS MOST LIKELY WILL NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH. COST TO REPAIR ESTIMATED AT $500, NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. TOYOTA SHOULD…
12/29/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10490462.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 09V031000 29/01/2009

TOYOTA IS RECALLING 134,895 MY 2006-2007 YARIS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS, WHICH ARE DESIGNED TO BE ACTIVATED IN RESPONSE TO A SEVERE FRONTAL IMPACT

IN THE EVENT OF SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT, THE GAS GENERATED MAY AFFECT THE SOUND INSULATORS. IN THE WORST CASE, IF THE SOUND INSULATORS IGNITE, THIS CONDITION WILL RESULT IN A POST-COLLISION FIRE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE MODIFICATION WILL ENTAIL REMOVAL OF THE SMALL URETHANE CENTER PILLAR SOUND INSULATORS (SPONGE) UNDERNEATH THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Toyota Yaris reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 296 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Toyota Yaris is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Toyota Yaris?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 121 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Toyota Yaris has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Toyota Yaris?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 296 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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