CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Toyota Yaris has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 92 complaints with NHTSA, including 21 crashes, 2 fires, 15 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (47 reports).
2009 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 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.
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 Yaris problems
Problem areas named in the 92 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 47 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Seats | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Wheels | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
What owners report
See attached document for complaint.
SO FAR THE FRONT SUSPENSION MAKES A NOISE
I have been waiting since 8/26/2022 for the part to correct the recall
Vehicle was rear-ended on November 4, 2022. The driver was wearing a seatbelt but the driver airbag did not deploy after being rear-ended. After the accident, the dashboard airbag indicator warning light turned on. The vehicle did not show any airbag issues or warnings prior to the accident. The emergency parking brake does not properly engage after the accident.
The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from the driver's side front door. The dealer was made aware of the failure and scheduled an appointment for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.
2009 Toyota Yaris questions
Does the 2009 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2009 Toyota Yaris: 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; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal; Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Toyota Yaris?
Based on 92 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (47), Electrical System (10), Seats (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.