CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Toyota Yaris has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 1 fire, 11 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (18 reports).
2012 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 explode and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators can rupture after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Roof Liner May Not Protect Occupants in a Crash
Certain 2012-2015 Toyota Yaris vehicles built between August 31, 2011 and February 9, 2015, and sold or registered in Puerto Rico, may have a roof headliner that does not provide the required occupant protection in a crash.
Most common 2012 Toyota Yaris problems
Problem areas named in the 35 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 18 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Wheels | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owned a 2012 Toyota Yaris The contact stated that while slowing down and coming to a stoplight, a second vehicle traveling 54 mph crashed into the rear of the vehicle. During the crash, both the driver-side and passenger-side seat belts malfunctioned and did not secure the occupants. The driver sustained head and torso injuries and the front passenger who was the driver's wife sustained broken ribs, and head and spine injuries. Medical attention was received. The vehicle was destroyed. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,200.
I was driving a 2012 yaris when I was in an accident that totaled the vehicles. I was hospitalized for 3 weeks which I believe the airbags had played a major role in the seriousness of the injuries I sustained but not sure how to prove that they failed to protect me and possible they made things worse with the scar across my forehead from being sliced open needing numerous staples as well as shattered pelvis. Is there any way by looking at the pictures can you tell me if the air bags did their job
WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70 MPH AND HAD TO BRAKE FOR SLOWER TRAFFIC AHEAD. WHEN I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ABS SYSTEM ENGAGED, BRAKING THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR, THEN THE RIGHT ALMOST SENDING ME OFF THE ROAD. AFTER THIS HAD HAPPENED, THE SPEEDOMETER HAD STARTED JUMPING TO DIFFERENT SPEEDS VERY RAPIDLY AND I WAS UNABLE TO TELL MY CORRECT SPEED. THE ANTILOCK BRAKES HAVE CONTINUED TO ENGAGE RANDOMLY WHEN THEY ARE NOT NEEDED, CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKING CONTROL AND THE OVERALL ABILITY TO COME TO A STOP. THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO JUMPS AROUND EVERY NOW AND THEN. THE ABS LIGHT WAS ONLY TRIGGERED ONCE, AND THEN TURNED OFF.
ON MY WAY HOME, A 70'S TRUCK HIT MY LEFT SIDE, THE AIRBAG CAME OUT BLIND ME AND MADE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICULE. IS A MIRACLE THAT IM ALIVE. HAPPENED AT PR132 KM0.4 GUAYANILLA PR 00656.
SALUDOS CUANDO ME DETENGO LAS REVOLUCIONES BAJAN MUCHOS EL CARRO EMPIEZA A TEMBLAR Y HACE COMO PARA APAGARSE
2012 Toyota Yaris questions
Does the 2012 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2012 Toyota Yaris: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal fragments; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Roof Liner May Not Protect Occupants in a Crash; Steering:Electric Power Assist System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Toyota Yaris?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (18), Electrical System (5), Structure (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.