CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Toyota Yaris has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 218 complaints with NHTSA, including 51 crashes, 1 fire, 57 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (108 reports).
2008 Toyota Yaris 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 may rupture and spray metal fragments
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators can rupture after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
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 2008 Toyota Yaris problems
Problem areas named in the 218 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 108 |
| Service Brakes | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Suspension | 16 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Seats | 9 |
What owners report
Car was in park, ignition off, with the keys removed. The gear shift could apparently move in this locked position and the vehicle rolled backwards with a 6 year old child in the car. The car was totaled after hitting a concrete base to a light fixture. A failure occurred that allowed the car to shift gears off and in park.
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated that the vehicle unintendedly shifted from park by accidentally touching the gear selector with a knee or hand without the brake pedal being depressed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.
The rear subframe is cracked 3/4 way through. And there is a hole rusted through behind the tire. Just found it this week when replacing wheel bearing.
My brakes have failed me many times. I had to eventually get those change in the brakes still arenât working completely correct
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated while the vehicle was receiving routine maintenance, the mechanic stated that the chain sprockets on both camshafts were worn. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was no recall on the VIN. The failure mileage was 160,000.
2008 Toyota Yaris questions
Does the 2008 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2008 Toyota Yaris: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal; Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire; Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Toyota Yaris?
Based on 218 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (108), Service Brakes (22), Vehicle Speed Control (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Toyota Yaris 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.