2016 Toyota Corolla problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2016 Toyota Corolla have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 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 2016 Toyota Corolla get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Toyota Corolla at about 31 mpg combined (28 city / 36 highway).

Q: How much is a 2016 Toyota Corolla worth?

Comparable 2016 Toyota Corolla listings run roughly $9,999–$15,990, typically around $12,530 (from 56 vehicles).

2016 Toyota Corolla at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints210

Combined31 mpg

Typical price$12,530

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

2016 Toyota Corolla recalls 1

Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module NHTSA Campaign #20V024000 · 17/01/2020

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.

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…

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.

2016 Toyota Corolla common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 210 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Structure

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

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

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.

Electrical System

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

2016 Toyota Corolla MPG & running costs

Combined31 mpg

City28 mpg

Highway36 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$1,988

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

What's a 2016 Toyota Corolla worth?

Low

$9,999

Typical price

$12,530

High

$15,990

From 56 comparable 2016 Toyota Corolla listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Toyota Corolla costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,940

Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,750

Total$12,690

Per mile$0.17

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 ($12,530) with the same model 5 model-years older ($9,760), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Toyota Corolla trims & engines on record

Trims

L/LE

Engines

1.8L 4-cyl 132 hp

2016 Toyota Corolla vehicles on record

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Other Toyota Corolla model years

2016 Toyota Corolla — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Toyota Corolla have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 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 2016 Toyota Corolla?

Based on 210 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, structure, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Corolla get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Toyota Corolla at about 31 mpg combined (28 city / 36 highway).

How much is a 2016 Toyota Corolla worth?

Comparable 2016 Toyota Corolla listings run roughly $9,999–$15,990, typically around $12,530 (from 56 vehicles).

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