2014 Toyota Corolla recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Toyota Corolla and 269 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are air bags (69), electrical system (52), unknown or other (38). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 32–34 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2014 ranks #12 of 14 Corolla model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (189). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 2.4 per model year.
Recalls 2
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2014 Toyota Corolla. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Air bags · air bag/restraint control module
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Risk: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.
Visibility · windshield wiper/washer · switch/wiring
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & manufacturing North America, Inc. (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Camry and Camry HV, model year 2013 Avalon and Avalon HV and model year 2014 Corolla vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper switch assembly may short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Risk: A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Toyota Corolla. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 109,000, but upon contacting the dealer to trade the vehicle in, it was discovered via a Carfax report that the mileage was 260,000.
I am reporting a severe manufacturing defect involving the Blizzard Pearl paint (Paint Code 070) on my 2014 Toyota Corolla. The exterior paint is actively peeling and delaminating from the vehicle body panels in large, brittle chunks, exposing the bare metal underneath.This issue presents a distinct safety hazard to both myself and other drivers on the road. The paint detaches…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Toyota Corolla. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 91,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 254,000.
Safety ratings
2014 Toyota Corolla 4 DR FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2014 Toyota Corolla.
Corolla
Auto (AV-S7) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
Corolla
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
Corolla LE Eco
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
Corolla LE Eco
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L · 2-mode (Normal/Eco) Transmission
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Toyota Corolla have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Toyota Corolla, most recently for air bags · air bag/restraint control module (01/17/2020). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Corolla?
Based on 269 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are air bags (69), electrical system (52), unknown or other (38).
Is the 2014 Toyota Corolla safe?
The 2014 Toyota Corolla earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2014 a good year for the Toyota Corolla?
The 2014 ranks #12 of 14 Corolla model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (189). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 2.4 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Corolla get?
EPA ratings for the 2014 Toyota Corolla range from 32 to 34 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: COROLLA, Corolla.