2018 Toyota Yaris iA reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA holds 8 complaints after 9 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Yaris iA years here — over the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Tires (3 of 8), then Air bags (1) and Electrical system (1). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 1 that reports a fire.
The 2017 Yaris iA has 16 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2019 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2018 has fewer complaints per year than the 2017. The 2018 has more complaints per year than the 2019.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2018 Toyota Yaris iA. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (8 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"I am reporting a severe vehicle safety violation involving a Westlake tire on a 2018 Toyota Yaris rented through Turo (Claim 1060794). The vehicle host rented out the vehicle with a pre-existing, structurally ruptured…"
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"Over corrected, hit a tree, flipped car 2x landed upside down white smoke started filling in the car and went completely engulfed in flames within a few minutes."
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"This is a safety issue that needs to be addressed. I informed the Manufacturer , Yokohama, as soon as the incident occurred and had to be replaced by a tire shop. These tires can explode if they hit anything, on the…"
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"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Yaris IA. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance and TPMS warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was…"
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"I’m reporting a vehicle safety problem. My 2018 Toyota Yaris IA just had a mileage of 823 miles and was within the warranty time and had a brake system problem caused by the Toyota car quality problem. On August 22…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Toyota Yaris iA 4 DR FWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Yaris iA | 1.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 32 | 40 | 35 MPG | $1850 |
| Yaris iA | 1.5L, 4-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Front-wheel drive | 30 | 39 | 34 MPG | $1900 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 19V-503 covers certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats sold through Southeast Toyota Distributors. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect, failing FMVSS 110. Recall 21V-617 covers certain 2019-2020 Yaris Sedan vehicles (along with other Yaris nameplates in the same campaign): an impeller within the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA holds 8 complaints after 9 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Yaris iA years here — over the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2018 Toyota Yaris iA?
The complaints owners file most often name Tires (3 of 8), then Air bags (1) and Electrical system (1). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 1 that reports a fire.
Is the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2017 Yaris iA has 16 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2019 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2018 has fewer complaints per year than the 2017. The 2018 has more complaints per year than the 2019.
Has the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA?
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2018 Toyota Yaris iA get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA is 34.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
Is the Toyota Yaris iA related to the Scion iA?
The 2017-2018 Scion iA became the Toyota Yaris iA for 2017-2019 after the Scion brand ended.
What engine oil does a US Toyota Yaris iA use?
0W-20
What tire sizes fit a US Toyota Yaris iA?
Published US specs commonly list front 175/65R15, 185/60R16, 195/50R16 and rear 175/65R15, 185/60R16, 195/50R16; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.