The 2023 Toyota Corolla's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 67 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V8780002024-21-11

STEERING

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. Due to cracks developed during the manufacturing process, the steering intermediate shaft assembly may fracture and possibly result in the shaft detaching from the steering column.

A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2023 Toyota Corolla has accumulated 67 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with unknown or other leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Unknown Or Other8

02Exterior Lighting8

03Steering7

04Air Bags4

05Electrical System3

67 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Corolla Fuel Economy

30–50mpg combined

29-50city

32-43hwy

$950-$1,450/yr

With 11 configurations tested, the 2023 Toyota Corolla ranges from 30 to 50 MPG combined. That's a 20 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Corolla Hybrid - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

47mpg

1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

50 city43 hwy~$950/yr8/10 Clean

Corolla Hybrid AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

44mpg

1.8L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

47 city41 hwy~$1,000/yr8/10 Clean

Corolla Cross Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AV-S6)

42mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

45 city38 hwy~$1,050/yr8/10 Clean

Corolla - Automatic (AV-S10)

35mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

32 city41 hwy~$1,250/yr7/10 Clean

Corolla Hatchback - Automatic (AV-S10)

35mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

32 city41 hwy~$1,250/yr7/10 Clean

Corolla Hatchback XSE - Automatic (AV-S10)

33mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

30 city38 hwy~$1,350/yr6/10 Average

Corolla Cross - Automatic (AV-S10)

32mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

31 city33 hwy~$1,350/yr6/10 Average

Corolla Cross 4WD - Automatic (AV-S10)

30mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

29 city32 hwy~$1,450/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2023 Toyota Corolla

32States

33%in top 3

If you're near California, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 32 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

CACalifornia

2,30512%

FLFlorida

2,15811%

TXTexas

1,96610%

DCWashington DC

1,1956%

MDMaryland

9545%

PAPennsylvania

8995%

GAGeorgia

8965%

NYNew York

6934%

ILIllinois

6824%

DEDelaware

6773%

NCNorth Carolina

6323%

NJNew Jersey

5083%

AZArizona

4622%

MAMassachusetts

3782%

MO366

NH359

WA318

HIHawaii

2962%

RI287

OH284

OR263

TN250

MN220

NV217

MI214

OK181

IN176

UT171

CO165

AL163

VA159

WI152

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2023.

2023 Toyota Corolla: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2023 Toyota Corolla a good car to buy?

The 2023 Toyota Corolla has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report unknown or other as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2023 Toyota Corolla?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2023 Toyota Corolla?

Depending on configuration, the 2023 Toyota Corolla delivers 30–50 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2023 Toyota Corolla?

Out of 67 owner complaints, unknown or other issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2023 compare to other Toyota Corolla years?

Each Toyota Corolla model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Toyota Corolla overview page.