2016 Toyota Corolla Recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

8 common questions answered

What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2016 Toyota Corolla?
The NHTSA database shows 28 recall entries affecting Toyota Corolla models including issues with air bags, fuel pumps, and related safety components. Major grouped issues include 10 air bag recalls (ECU or inflator concerns), 4 fuel pump recalls, and additional recalls for seat belts, labels, spare tires, wipers, brake booster pump, back-up lights, and torque converter components. These recalls come from NHTSA records and Toyota manufacturer actions; Nalley Toyota of Roswell can confirm which specific campaigns apply to your VIN.
How do I check if my 2016 Toyota Corolla has an open recall?
Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call Toyota customer service to check open recalls for your vehicle immediately. Bring your VIN to Nalley Toyota of Roswell and we will verify recalls free of charge using OEM diagnostic tools and the manufacturer database. If you prefer, you can schedule service and we will check your recall status and advise next steps at no cost.
How much does a 2016 Toyota Corolla recall repair cost?
Manufacturer recall repairs for safety-related NHTSA campaigns are completed free of charge to the owner. Nalley Toyota of Roswell performs all manufacturer recall remedies using OEM parts and factory-trained technicians at no cost under the recall program. We also offer service financing options for non-recall maintenance so you can get necessary work done now and pay later.
Can I get my 2016 Toyota Corolla recall fixed at an independent shop or do I need a dealer?
Recall repairs should be completed at a certified franchise dealer to ensure OEM parts, correct procedures, and warranty compliance. Independent shops cannot always access manufacturer recall parts or official remedy procedures; for safety and compliance, visit your local certified Toyota dealer like Nalley Toyota of Roswell for recall work. To be safe and documented for insurance or inspections, schedule service with our factory-trained team.
How long does a 2016 Toyota Corolla recall repair take?
Repair times vary by campaign but most recall fixes range from quick inspections (30–60 minutes) to part replacements that can take a few hours. For example, installing a noise filter or replacing a label is typically fast, while replacing an air bag inflator or fuel pump may take longer depending on parts availability. Book a visit and we will provide an estimated turnaround when you schedule service; ask about current wait times and available service specials service specials.
Does an open recall affect my 2016 Toyota Corolla's trade-in or resale value?
Unresolved safety recalls can negatively impact trade-in offers and buyer confidence because many dealers and private buyers check NHTSA records. Resolving recalls at Nalley Toyota of Roswell protects resale and trade-in value and provides documented proof that manufacturer safety work was completed with OEM parts and factory-trained technicians. When you're ready to sell or trade, use our appraisal service at sell-your-car-online.htm and show recall completion to maximize value.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2016 Toyota Corolla recall?
Some recalls affect safety systems that are inspected by state or local agencies; unresolved recalls can result in failed inspections depending on local rules. Addressing recalls promptly at a certified dealer like Nalley Toyota of Roswell reduces the risk of inspection or registration issues and ensures your vehicle meets FMVSS requirements. If you’re concerned about inspection status, schedule appointment and we will confirm which recalls apply and complete any required repairs free of charge.
2016 Toyota Corolla Recall Summary
These summaries are based on NHTSA records and manufacturer notices. If you own a 2016 Toyota Corolla, contact Nalley Toyota of Roswell or schedule service to confirm open recalls and arrange free repairs with factory-trained technicians.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Recall Summary

28 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Air Bag

FREE10 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

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.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

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 be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.

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Air Bag10
FREE10 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

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.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

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 be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.

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Windshield Wiper1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & manufacturing North America, Inc. (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Camry and Camry HV, model year 2013 Avalon and Avalon HV and model year 2014 Corolla vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper switch assembly may short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, No. 104, Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems.

Consequence

A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

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Spare Tire2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

Consequence

A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 1, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

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Label2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, Tire Selection and Rims.

Consequence

An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.

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Fuel Pump4
FREE4 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2

Consequence

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota notified owners of the safety risk with an interim notification between February 17, 2020 and May 4, 2020. Toyota will send a second notice to owners to have the fuel pump replaced once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

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Seat Belt2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C-HR and 2020 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles equipped with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.

Consequence

In the event of a crash involving multiple impacts, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seat belt assembly production dates, and replace the assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 19TB22 and 19TA22.

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Brake Booster Pump1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system and a loss of braking assist. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, Electronic Stability Control Systems.

Consequence

Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or a loss of braking assist increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster pump, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2019. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 and Lexus owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are K1L/K0L. Lexus' numbers for this recall are K2F/KLF.

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Back up Lights1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Corolla Hatchback vehicles. A rear hatch wire harness connector may have been damaged during assembly, which may cause the back-up lights to fail.

Consequence

If the back-up lights fail, there can be an increased risk of a crash while the vehicle is reversing.

Corrective Action

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear hatch wire harness, free of charge. The recall began June 30, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB07 and 20TA07.

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Load Carrying Capacity Label4
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Defect

Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, Tire Selection and Rims.

Consequence

If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.

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Torque Converter1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback vehicles equipped with Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVT). The pump impeller blades within the torque converter may detach, especially when driven under high load, potentially causing a vehicle stall.

Consequence

A vehicle stall, especially when driving a high rate of speed, can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will replace the CVT and torque converter, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed on January 28, 2019 to notify owners about the issue. A second letter will be sent when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J17/J07.

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