At the shop, Toyota fuel-system issues have a recognizable signature. 668 documented complaints across 75 year-model entries from 2005 to 2023 is consistent with what we see come in. Complaint volume is spread across the lineup rather than parked on one bad year. That's the signature of a platform or supplier issue, not a single-year flub. 9 fire reports on the federal record — not common in this category but documented and worth weight. Across the 185 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 42,273 miles. Average shop fix runs about $1,200 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Check the fuel pump access cover for prior work. A vehicle on this list that already had a pump replacement is a vehicle to consider — the work is done.
ProblemsByVin TOYOTA / FUEL SYSTEM
75 model-year entries · 2005–2023
Toyota fuel system problems
668 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Toyota vehicles for fuel system issues. 5 active recall campaigns. See fuel system across all makes →
Complaints
668
Recalls
5
Year-models
75
Avg fix
$1,200
35crashes
9fires
13injuries
Worst-affected Toyota model-years for fuel system Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2018 Toyota Camry
28 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2008 Toyota Prius
26 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2005 Toyota Corolla
25 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2018 Toyota Tacoma
24 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2019 Toyota Highlander
21 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2019 Toyota Camry
21 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2019 Toyota Tacoma
19 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2005 Toyota Camry
19 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2022 Toyota Tundra
17 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2009 Toyota Prius
16 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2007 Toyota Corolla
16 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2018 Toyota Corolla
15 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2009 Toyota Corolla
15 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2007 Toyota Prius
15 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2005 Toyota Prius
15 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2023 Toyota Tundra
14 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 severe
2019 Toyota RAV4
14 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2018 Toyota Highlander
14 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2007 Toyota Tundra
14 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2006 Toyota RAV4
14 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2006 Toyota Corolla
13 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2019 Toyota Corolla
12 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2010 Toyota Camry
10 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2009 Toyota Camry
9 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2007 Toyota RAV4
9 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
Active recalls — Toyota fuel system 8 on file
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Yaris, Yaris Hatchback, and Yaris Sedan vehicles
A fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB05 and 21TA05.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Highlander vehicles equipped with a 3
Improper fuel supply programming can result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA06.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with V6 engines
The improperly connected hoses may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes for the correct installation, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0G.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Z4 and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles
The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install protective materials and a clamp on the fuel tube, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 6, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB09/23TA09.
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, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
Common questions
How many Toyota fuel system complaints are on file with NHTSA?
668 complaints across 75 model-year entries from 2005 to 2023. 5 active recall campaigns cover fuel system issues across the Toyota lineup.
Which Toyota model has the most fuel system complaints?
The 2018 Toyota Camry leads with 28 complaints in this category. Next: 2008 Prius (26) and 2005 Corolla (25).
What does it cost to fix Toyota fuel system problems?
Independent shops average $1,200 for fuel system repairs across the Toyota lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Toyota fuel system recalls?
Yes — 8 active recall campaigns cover fuel system on Toyota vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Toyota.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.