2023 Toyota Corolla recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 Toyota Corolla and 74 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are unknown or other (18), steering (16), electrical system (14). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 32–35 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2023 ranks #3 of 14 Corolla model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (189). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 2.4 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2023 Toyota Corolla. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Steering · column
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.
Steering
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. Due to cracks developed during the manufacturing process, the steering intermediate shaft assembly may fracture and possibly result in the shaft detaching from the steering column.
Risk: A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24TB13/24TA13.
Steering · column
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.
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
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while the vehicle was unoccupied and parked in the driveway, the vehicle caught fire. The fire originated from the engine bayapproximately five minutes after the vehicle was started. The fire department extinguished the flames and determined that the source of the fire was the battery. Both the manufacturer and the…
My door actuators are going out on all my doors started with the driver door then the passenger rear door and now my driver rear door. This poses serious safety concerns, for example when Class Vehicles are involved in vehicular accidents because the occupants may become entrapped when the Door Actuator Defect prevents an occupant from unlocking the doors. Furthermore, this def…
On Monday, January 5, 2026 at approximately 3:15 p.m. Pacific Standard Time, in the middle of stopped traffic (leftmost lane, southbound on Van Nuys Boulevard near the Saticoy Street intersection in Los Angeles, California), the vehicle, a 2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE, suddenly started slowly moving backward. The driver pressed on the brake pedal, but the vehicle did not stop.…
Safety ratings
2023 Toyota COROLLA 4 DR FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2023 Toyota Corolla.
Corolla
Auto (AV-S10) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L · SIDI & PFI
Regular
Corolla
Auto (AV-S10) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L · SIDI & PFI; 3-mode
Regular
Corolla Cross
Auto (AV-S10) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota Corolla have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 Toyota Corolla, most recently for steering · column (01/29/2025). 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 2023 Toyota Corolla?
Based on 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are unknown or other (18), steering (16), electrical system (14).
Is the 2023 Toyota Corolla safe?
The 2023 Toyota Corolla earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2023 a good year for the Toyota Corolla?
The 2023 ranks #3 of 14 Corolla model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (189). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 2.4 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Toyota Corolla get?
EPA ratings for the 2023 Toyota Corolla range from 32 to 35 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.