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ProblemsByVin File / 2015-TOYOTA-YARIS NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2015 · Toyota

Toyota Yaris problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 15 owner complaints and 3 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

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

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Should you avoid this 2015 Yaris?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

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Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints

airbags
4 reports · fails ~42,612 mi · avg $1,100
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2015 Yaris · steering
Purchased dec.2014 , yaris 2015 makes grinding noise when on left turns only, maintenance done one month after to resolve issue ,but the noise and grinding still continue .
12/24/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10812043.0
2015 Yaris · suspension Crash
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Toyota yaris. The contact stated that after reversing out of parking, the vehicle was shifted to drive and the vehicle rolled backwards without warning. The contact depressed the brake pedal but was unable to stop the vehicle. The vehicle crashed into…
09/28/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10778026.0
2015 Yaris · body
Since my original lease of my 2015 Toyota Yaris SE from Hanlees Hilltop Toyota in January 2015, both the front and rear bumpers have continually come unfastened. This was described as a known defect by two employees at this location: Tito Anopol (phone [XXX] ) and [XXX] (phone…
08/29/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11541543.0
2015 Yaris · steering Crash
While I was parking my car in my drive way and I tried to stop with the breaks . I didn't stop even though I was breaking hard and the speed excellerated and I had trouble controling the steering wheel , its moved it self.
06/12/2017 · at 40,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10994479.0
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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 16V367000 May 26, 2016

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Yaris vehicles manufactured January 13, 2015, to February 27, 2015

A damaged strut mounting bearing may cause the strut rod to separate, causing a loss of vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the strut mounting bearings and, as necessary, replace the strut and front suspension support sub-assembly, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners July 12, 2016. The recall began on September 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0S.
severe NHTSA 15V098000 February 19, 2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Yaris vehicles manufactured September 8, 2014, to January 9, 2015

The improperly tightened bolts may loosen during vehicle operation and may potentially cause the wheel to lock up or may damage the rear brake components, reducing their effectiveness. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle bearing bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began during April 3, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
severe NHTSA 15V134000 March 9, 2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 31, 2011, to February 9, 2015, and sold or registered in Puerto Rico

If the vehicles are equipped with a headliner that does not meet the impact requirements, there is an increased risk of occupantl injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headliner, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Common questions

Is the 2015 Toyota Yaris reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 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.

Should you avoid the 2015 Toyota Yaris?

The 2015 Toyota Yaris is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average; 3 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2015 Toyota Yaris?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 4 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 42,612 miles. 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. Typical failure occurs around 42,612 miles. 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 2015 Toyota Yaris?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 15 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 are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Toyota/Yaris. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Toyota. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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