Model year guide

2025 Toyota Corolla

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2025 Toyota Corolla is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 522 on record.

2025 Toyota Corolla — representative photo
Representative photo

2025 Toyota Corolla at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints31
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined34–35 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2025 Toyota Corolla recalls 2

Back Over Prevention:warnings:external/pedestrian Alert NHTSA Campaign #26V203000 · manufacturer #26TB08 / 26TA08 · NHTSA lists this under Corolla Cross Hybrid · 31/03/2026

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles. The vehicles may fail to make sufficient pedestrian warning sounds when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Fix: Dealers will update the software for the pedestrian warning sounds, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB08 and 26TA08.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:solenoid/actuator NHTSA Campaign #24V708000 · manufacturer #24TA11 · NHTSA lists this under Corolla Hybrid · 20/09/2024

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid and 2023-2025 Corolla Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the skid control electronic control unit (ECU) may result in a loss of power brake assist when turning a corner.

Fix: Dealers will update the skid control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Additionally, notifications to owners of the Corolla Hybrid vehicles were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numb…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2025 Toyota Corolla common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
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.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2025 Toyota Corolla safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 10.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2025 Toyota COROLLA 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2025 Toyota Corolla MPG & running costs

Combined34–35 mpg
City31 mpg
Highway40 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,933
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S10) or Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Passenger volume89 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,333 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2025 Toyota Corolla costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,665
Fuel only$9,665
Per mile$0.13

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
172.4–182.7 in
Width
69.3–72.0 in
Height
55.9–64.6 in
Wheelbase
103.9–106.3 in
Curb weight
2,954–3,329 lb
Front track
59.8–64.6 in
Rear track
59.8–64.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2025 Toyota Corolla — ranges cover the 10 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 40

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 40.

Due to improper paint application, the corrosion resistance of the rear suspension member may be reduced over time.

Bulletin 25TC10 · Suspension · Dec 2026

TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 25TC10 Rear Suspension Member Reduced Corrosion Resistance CERTAIN 2025 Model Year Corolla

Bulletin 25TC10 · Suspension · Dec 2026

Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to p…

Bulletin T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 · Jan 2026

Some 2020 – 2025 model year Corolla vehicles may exhibit a vibration or rattle noise from the right-hand engine mounting insulator sub-assembly. This condition will usually go away when the engine’s Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) are above idle. This condition i…

Bulletin T-SB-0059-25 · Engine · Aug 2025

Some 2021 – 2022 model year Avalon, 2018 – 2024 Camry, 2019 – 2025 model year Corolla, 2022 – 2025 model year Corolla Cross, and 2019 – 2025 model year RAV4 vehicles with A25A-FKS and M20A-FKS engines may have a MIL ON condition with one or more of the followi…

Bulletin T-SB-0010-24 Rev2 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.

Bulletin T-SB-0058-23 Rev1 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin T-TT-0779-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin T-TT-0779-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulle…

Bulletin T-SB-0021-25 · Engine · Feb 2025

Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulle…

Bulletin T-SB-0021-25 · Engine · Feb 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COROLLA FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla is a series of compact cars manufactured and marketed globally by the Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation since 1966. Since 1997, the Corolla has remained the best-selling automobile nameplate of all time, surpassing the Volkswagen Beetle. Toyota reached the milestone of 50 million Corollas sold over twelve generations in 2021, and has sold over 54 million units as of early 2026.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2025 Toyota Corolla vehicles on record

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2025 Toyota Corolla — frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Toyota Corolla have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2025 Toyota Corolla. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Toyota Corolla?

Across all 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, air bags, tires.

What is the 2025 Toyota Corolla safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2025 Toyota Corolla an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2025 Toyota Corolla get?

The 2025 Toyota Corolla has U.S. EPA estimates of 34–35 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

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