Engine stopped while the car was stopped at a red light, later at a stip sign and later while at a stop in traffic. A message popped up on the screen that indicated “Engine Stopped…Steering Power Low”. Had to put the car in park and restart the vehicle. 5 times it happened in one rainy afternoon while using the intermittent wipers and also while not using the wipers at all.
2023 toyota Corolla Cross engine problems
moderate 23 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
23
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
Idling in drive foot on break at stop light, 12197 miles and UTD on service and the “engine stopped” and indicated “power steering low”. Had the put in park and restart vehicle.
As I stopped at the stoplight the vehicle enter the automatic shut off pause as it should when the brake is firmly pressed. when I released the brake the engine did not restart. instead the following message showed on the vehicle information center in the dash: ENGINE STOPPED, STEERING POWER LOW. then it prompted me to restart the car. I have to put the car in PARK, depress the brake and press my …
Some of the times when the function Autostart/Stop is on and the windshield wipers are active the car shuts down and throws engine lights on the car and the car won’t start after releasing the brakes, the car panics , and only will start again when moving from D to Park again and pressing the button .
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2023 toyota Corolla Cross?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 23 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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