2001 Toyota Corolla problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2001 Toyota Corolla have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 Toyota Corolla. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2001 Toyota Corolla get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Toyota Corolla at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 34 highway).

Q: How much is a 2001 Toyota Corolla worth?

Comparable 2001 Toyota Corolla listings run roughly $700–$2,300, typically around $1,458 (from 93 vehicles).

2001 Toyota Corolla at a glance

Safety recalls4

Owner complaints138

Combined29 mpg

Typical price$1,458

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2001 Toyota Corolla recalls 4

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E049000 · 24/05/2006

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #09E012000 · 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #09E025000 · 11/05/2009

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #10E002000 · 11/02/2010

RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.

Fix: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2001 Toyota Corolla common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2001 Toyota Corolla MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg

City26 mpg

Highway34 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,117

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2001 Toyota Corolla worth?

Low

$700

Typical price

$1,458

High

$2,300

From 93 comparable 2001 Toyota Corolla listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 Toyota Corolla costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,585

Depreciation (5 yrs)$600

Total$11,185

Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,458) with the same model 5 model-years older ($878), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2001 Toyota Corolla trims & engines on record

Trims

CE · LE · S

Engines

1.8L 4-cyl

2001 Toyota Corolla vehicles on record

2001 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E91Z465105

2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E71C399980

2001 Toyota Corolla LE2T1BR12E01C401536 2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12EX1C851419 2001 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E71Z461618

2001 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E51Z537661 2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E11C845007 2001 Toyota Corolla LE1NXBR12E71Z559533

2001 Toyota Corolla LE2T1BR12E01C391400

2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12EX1C842073

2001 Toyota Corolla S1NXBR12E41Z479445

2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E91C461380 2001 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12E71Z559225 2001 Toyota Corolla LE1NXBR18E91Z488505

2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E91C468068 2001 Toyota Corolla LE1NXBR12E81Z466701

2001 Toyota Corolla LE2T1BR12E21C420850 2001 Toyota Corolla LE1NXBR12E21Z461655

2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E41C848001 2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E71C462639 2001 Toyota Corolla S1NXBR12E21Z451417 2001 Toyota Corolla CE1NXBR12EX1Z417354

2001 Toyota Corolla LE2T1BR12E11C510751

2001 Toyota Corolla CE2T1BR12E61C412783

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2001 Toyota Corolla — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Toyota Corolla have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 Toyota Corolla. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota Corolla?

Based on 138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, exterior lighting, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2001 Toyota Corolla get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Toyota Corolla at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 34 highway).

How much is a 2001 Toyota Corolla worth?

Comparable 2001 Toyota Corolla listings run roughly $700–$2,300, typically around $1,458 (from 93 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.