Model year guide

2018 Toyota Yaris iA

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Toyota Yaris iA is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2018 Toyota Yaris iA — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Toyota Yaris iA at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints8
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined34–35 mpg
Typical price$12,388

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

2018 Toyota Yaris iA recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA.

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.

2018 Toyota Yaris iA common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
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.
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.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2018 Toyota Yaris iA safety ratings

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

Rollover risk: 13.0% — 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 2018 Toyota Yaris iA 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2018 Toyota Yaris iA MPG & running costs

Combined34–35 mpg
City31 mpg
Highway40 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,925
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd
Passenger volume86 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,375 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2018 Toyota Yaris iA worth?

Low
$8,600
Typical price
$12,388
High
$14,952

From 7 comparable 2018 Toyota Yaris iA listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Toyota Yaris iA costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,625
Fuel only$9,625
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.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 34

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 34.

This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.

Bulletin T-PANT-2024-004- · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2024

TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leak…

Bulletin TSB005823 · Visibility · Aug 2023

TT: A very small percentage of customers experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist those customers wi…

Bulletin TTT073723 · Communication · Aug 2023

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the crit…

Bulletin TSB003220 · Air Bags, Vehicle Speed Control, Equipment · Aug 2023

TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle Imm…

Bulletin T-SB-0057-18 · Equipment, Electrical System · May 2023

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to s…

Bulletin TSB001221Rev2 · Structure · Jun 2022

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to s…

Bulletin TSB001221Rev2 · Structure · Jun 2022

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

Bulletin TTT063620 · Back Over Prevention, Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 2022

TT: When customers have a concern about a discharged battery, no start, or general battery concern, the DCA-8000 is the only appropriate tool to use for diagnosis

Bulletin T-TT-0687-22 · Electrical System · Mar 2022

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to s…

Bulletin T-SB-0012-21 Rev · Seats · Feb 2022

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

2018 Toyota Yaris iA trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl 106 hp

2018 Toyota Yaris iA vehicles on record

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2018 Toyota Yaris iA — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA. 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 2018 Toyota Yaris iA?

Across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, electrical system, engine.

What is the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA get?

The 2018 Toyota Yaris iA has U.S. EPA estimates of 34–35 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2018 Toyota Yaris iA worth?

Comparable 2018 Toyota Yaris iA listings run roughly $8,600–$14,952, typically around $12,388 (from 7 vehicles).

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