2023 Toyota Corolla

Some 2021-2022 Corolla and Corolla Hatchback vehicles display a Parking Brake Malfunction warning message on the Multi-Information Display with DTC C059746 stored. The electronic parking brake may become inoperative or fail to engage/disengage properly.

Toyota issued a TSB to reprogram the parking brake actuator ECU software. The dealer performs a software update that corrects the false malfunction detection. If the actuator itself has failed, it is replaced under warranty.

The Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 pre-collision system may activate emergency braking without an actual obstacle present. Owners report sudden unexpected braking on curves, near guardrails, under overpasses, and when approaching vehicles in adjacent lanes.

Have the dealer update the Pre-Collision System ECU software and recalibrate the forward-facing camera per TSB T-SB-0168-19. Keep the windshield camera area clean and free of obstructions. In some cases the radar sensor needs realignment.

Corolla models with the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) may exhibit hesitation or a rubber-band effect during acceleration from a stop. The engine revs up before the vehicle begins moving, and there can be a noticeable delay when pressing the accelerator.

A TCM (Transmission Control Module) software update improves CVT response and shift feel. The dealer reprograms the CVT control logic. Keeping CVT fluid at the correct level and on schedule also helps maintain smooth operation.

Some owners report insufficient headlight illumination, particularly with the base halogen headlamps. Complaints include poor low-beam reach and uneven light distribution that makes nighttime driving feel unsafe, especially on unlit rural roads.

Upgrade to LED headlight bulbs (aftermarket) or consider the factory LED headlight upgrade if available. Ensure headlight aim is properly adjusted per Toyota specifications. Clean headlight lenses regularly to maximize output.

The Audio Multimedia system can exhibit sluggish response to touch inputs, delayed Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connections, and occasional screen freezes. Some owners report Bluetooth audio dropping out intermittently or the system failing to reconnect to a paired phone automatically.

Toyota has released over-the-air and dealer-installed software updates that improve system responsiveness and connectivity stability. Perform a system reset by holding the power button for 10+ seconds. Delete and re-pair Bluetooth devices if connections are unreliable.

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. Due to cracks developed during the manufacturing process, the steering intermediate shaft assembly may fracture and possibly result in the shaft detaching from the steering column.

A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24TB13/24TA13.

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.