2026 Toyota Corolla recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Toyota Corolla. It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 34–35 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Toyota Corolla. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Exterior lighting · headlights
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Corolla vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights during service. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace both front headlight assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA05.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Safety ratings
2026 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 DR N/A FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2026 Toyota Corolla.
Corolla
Auto (AV-S10) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Corolla (1-mode TM)
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota Corolla have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Toyota Corolla, most recently for exterior lighting · headlights (02/25/2026). 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 2026 Toyota Corolla?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2026 Toyota Corolla.
Is the 2026 Toyota Corolla safe?
The 2026 Toyota Corolla earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2026 a good year for the Toyota Corolla?
Compare recalls and complaints across model years on our Toyota Corolla page.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Toyota Corolla get?
EPA ratings for the 2026 Toyota Corolla range from 34 to 35 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Related vehicles
Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: Corolla.