Model year guide

2011 Toyota Yaris

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Toyota Yaris is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 31 on record.

2011 Toyota Yaris — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2011 Toyota Yaris at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints25
Combined31 mpg
Typical price$6,356

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

2011 Toyota Yaris recalls 3

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V741000 · 17/10/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010 Lexus SC430, 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 and 2010-2015 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles. These veh…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V025000 · 09/01/2018

On January 9, 2018, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified NHTSA that they are recalling 14,585 model year 2010-2012 Yaris vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshir…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assemblies with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are G0R (Zone B), and H0A …

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V340000 · 23/05/2016

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2009-2011 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2006-2011 Toyota Yaris, Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, Lexus IS250C, Lexus IS350C and Lexus GX460, 2011 Sienna, 2007-2011 Lexus ES350, and 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, …

Fix: Toyota will notify the Toyota and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer s…

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.

2011 Toyota Yaris common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 25 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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2011 Toyota Yaris MPG & running costs

Combined31 mpg
City29 mpg
Highway35 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,000

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

What's a 2011 Toyota Yaris worth?

Low
$4,500
Typical price
$6,356
High
$8,100

From 31 comparable 2011 Toyota Yaris listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Toyota Yaris costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,900
Total$12,900
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 ($6,356) with the same model 4 model-years older ($4,018), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Toyota Yaris trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl 106 hp

2011 Toyota Yaris vehicles on record

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2011 Toyota Yaris — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Toyota Yaris have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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 2011 Toyota Yaris?

Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2011 Toyota Yaris get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Toyota Yaris at about 31 mpg combined (29 city / 35 highway).

How much is a 2011 Toyota Yaris worth?

Comparable 2011 Toyota Yaris listings run roughly $4,500–$8,100, typically around $6,356 (from 31 vehicles).

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