2019 Toyota Corolla Problems
What owners have reported about the 2019 Toyota Corolla, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2019 Toyota Corolla a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 204 complaints with NHTSA, the 10th most of 18 Corolla model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, fuel system and engine.
204 complaints 5 recalls, 2 crash risk 10th worst of 18 Corolla years
Top 2019 Toyota Corolla problems
Transmission problems
55 complaints (27%) name the transmission, most often the clutch assembly.
Fuel system problems
43 complaints (21%) name the fuel system, most often the fuel pump.
Engine problems
39 complaints (19%) name the engine.
Airbag problems
32 complaints (16%) name the airbags.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (54 of 204). The amber line is the middle value, about 13,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2019 Toyota Corolla recalls
Air bags may fail to deploy in crash
Injury riskAfter certain crashes, the air bag control unit can malfunction and may stop the air bags or seat belt pretensioners from deploying. In a crash, this could leave you with greater risk of injury.
Fix: The dealer will inspect the air bag control unit and install a noise filter where needed, free of charge.
Recall 20V024000 · Jan 2020Fuel pump may fail and stall engine
Can stallThe low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank can fail, which can cause the engine to stall while you are driving. A sudden stall raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge, and Toyota will notify affected owners.
Recall 20V012000 · Jan 2020Incorrect tire load label may cause overloading
Crash riskThe vehicle's load capacity label may list the wrong figure, so the car could be loaded beyond what it safely carries. Overloading raises the risk of a crash, and the vehicle also does not meet federal tire and rim selection requirements.
Fix: The dealer will mail you a corrected label to place over the inaccurate one, free of charge.
Recall 19V503000 · Jun 2019Tire load label may become unreadable
Crash riskThe load capacity label on the vehicle may fade until it cannot be read. Without it, the driver may not know the vehicle is overloaded, which raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will install a corrected load carrying capacity label at no charge.
Recall 19V244000 · Mar 2019Torque converter
Can stallThe pump impeller blades within the torque converter may detach, especially when driven under high load, potentially causing a vehicle stall. A vehicle stall, especially when driving a high rate of speed, can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will replace the CVT and torque converter, free of charge.
Recall 18V901000 · Dec 2018Get an email when your 2019 Toyota Corolla gets a new recall
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Corolla years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
Common questions
Is the 2019 Toyota Corolla a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 204 complaints with NHTSA, the 10th most of 18 Corolla model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, fuel system and engine.
What are the most common 2019 Toyota Corolla problems?
Owners most often report problems with the transmission, fuel system, engine and airbags. 55 complaints (27%) name the transmission, most often the clutch assembly.
At what mileage do 2019 Toyota Corolla transmission problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 4,000–36,000 miles, with a middle value near 9,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota Corolla have?
5. Air bags may fail to deploy in crash (20V024000); Fuel pump may fail and stall engine (20V012000); Incorrect tire load label may cause overloading (19V503000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2019 Toyota Corolla?
Ask for service records covering the transmission, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2025, 2024 and 2023 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.