2009 Toyota Corolla Structure Problems
- 10
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 10 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Structure · Suspension
This vehicle has had the water pump go out the brakes the alternator has had problems with the emergency brakes the air bag has had the struts replaced the gas lever stopped working and now the trunk release won't work i have replaced now 5 tires because one blow right after i got the car and now my car has just 85 thousand miles on it. I have heard so many good things about toyota but this is the worst car i have…
ODI 10616049
Structure · Windshield Wiper/Washer · Wiring
Consumer writes in regards to several issues with vehicle *tgw the consumer stated the he had to return to the dealer four times for a repair on the left side b pillar. Also, the passenger side fender was loose, the windshield wipers stopped working three times while it was raining and a plug wire was bad, due to a bad contact.
ODI 10438433
Steering · Structure
The steering is terrible. Every time i get onto the highway, i have to hold on to the steering wheel very hard with both hands to feel safe. I am always worried about hitting the car next to. The car swerves constantly, and is very hard to control. I can not believe that a relatively new car such as this can not stay straight on the road. It feels as if it were extremely windy outside making the car shake left and…
ODI 10437383
Structure
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact noticed water on the floor of the driver side area which causing the carpet to mildew. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who could not find the cause of the failure; the dealer cleaned the carpet. The current and failure mileages were approximately 28,000.
ODI 10362205
Structure
Sorry, this might sound trite given all of the seriousness with the toyota gas pedal problems. But i feel it needs to be documented. We purchased a 2009 toyota corolla. What i noticed about the gas pedal is that it doesn't press very smoothly, you have to baby it, or you get a jack rabbit start. But that is not why i am writing. We get mice in the car on a regular basis. There are apparently gaps that allow for mice…
ODI 10304109
Structure · Visibility
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact stated that she cannot open a rear window and have the front window closed because the vehicle would vibrate drastically. She took her vehicle back to the dealer, but they could not repair it because it was an aerodynamic issue. Currently, the contact must keep her windows closed while driving until toyota can remedy the issue. The failure mileage was 1,700.…
ODI 10278879
Structure
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. Every time the contact enters her vehicle, she strikes the left side of her head on the door jam and hook. The vehicle has not been inspected by the dealer. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed to attempt to recline the seat. The contact feels that this is a safety defect because she could be seriously injured in the event of a rollover crash, due to her…
ODI 10273191
Frame And Members · Structure
My husband and i purchased the 2009 corolla s in april 2008...months later the side panel on the passenger side below the seat belt and side air bag popped off the vehicle it appears the plastic piece that holds it on is broke. Also, the passenger door made a funny noise everytime i open it. I examined it and it appears the bolts holding on the door is coming loose. I keep tightening it but still comes loose.…
ODI 10274949
Head Restraint · Structure
Attached is letter submitted to toyota 7/22/08 i recently purchased a new 2009 toyota corolla from west herr toyota, orchard park, new york on may 16, 2008. I immediately took a road trip from ny to pa, approximately 6 hours of driving. I am writing to you today to report my dissatisfaction with the front headrests in the toyota corolla. I am an exercise physiologist and have worked many years in the industrial…
1 injury
ODI 10236326
Seats · Structure
I purchased a brand new toyota corolla 2009. Since the date the car was taken from the dealer, the passenger seat keeps sinking lower without touching anything. This causes the mirrors to get out of focus since the position of the driver's seat changes, causing a hazard when emergent lane changing is required. I have taken the car to the dealer over six times. They deny there is a problem and have not taken care of…
ODI 10312867