CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Toyota Corolla has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,459 complaints with NHTSA, including 186 crashes, 12 fires, 110 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (554 reports).
2009 Toyota Corolla recalls
Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants
Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators can rupture after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Certain vehicles were equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters that have a copper strand heating element.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire
Some Toyota vehicles may have a power window master switch where grease was inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts during manufacturing.
Most common 2009 Toyota Corolla problems
Problem areas named in the 1,459 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 554 |
| Steering | 384 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 198 |
| Engine | 91 |
| Electrical System | 89 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 70 |
| Power Train | 45 |
| Structure | 43 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 42 |
| Unknown Or Other | 36 |
What owners report
The contact's mother owns a 2009 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that on several occasions while he was driving straight at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle began to drift to the left and right inadvertently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
I purchased my car in March 2023. From the first week, it wouldn't start sometimes. Id wait 5 minutes, then it would start fine. I thought it was when it got wet, at first. I also had a certain part replaced air flow compressor, possibly was called?, thinking this would fix it. It did not. In fact, the problem seemed to be happening more and more but, always, if I waited 5 to 10 minutes, sometimes messed around under the hood, it would start. This was not very comforting however, when it would stall at a light and not start right back up. I took it to AutoZone and was run on the diagnostics machine. Was told it needed new spark plugs and ignition coil packs. Which I got and replaced. Still h
The contact owned a 2009 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving at 5 mph and exiting a parking lot when the vehicle accelerated on its own, veered to the left, and crashed into a gate. No warning lights were illuminated and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injury to the right shoulder, right foot, and right hand, but did not seek medical attention. No police report was filed. The vehicle was totaled and towed to a towing company. Additionally, the contact stated in 2021 while reversing from a parking space, as the vehicle was driving forward, it veered to the left and crashed into a tree. The vehicle was towed to the to be diagnosed and repaired. Per the
I have been sent two different recalls on my cars airbags. I had one repaired. I do not know how to tell what repairs were were not done. Theyâve all been marked as being done yet. Four years later less than four years later my airbag warning light is on. Iâm concerned that supposedly the sensor was a rotating and warmer climate and then it was that it would propel shop objects and now I donât have a recall, but Iâve had a light on, and of course, now other Toyotas of the same group that mine is usually in Corolla Tacoma on and on , Iâm having a similar problem with the light being on and Iâm very concerned that one are both of those airbags are not properly working. Iâve tried
My daughter was hit by a red light runner at 60mph and her airbags did not deploy at all. Her head hit the door and she sustained a broken collarbone, concussion and mild brain bleed.
2009 Toyota Corolla questions
Does the 2009 Toyota Corolla have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2009 Toyota Corolla: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Toyota Corolla?
Based on 1,459 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (554), Steering (384), Vehicle Speed Control (198).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Toyota Corolla has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.