Toyota Problems

Are you having problems with your Toyota? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Toyota issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Toyota in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Toyota C-HR, Tarago recalled
By Justin Hilliard · 20 Nov 2017
About 4886 examples of the C-HR compact SUV have been called back over a possible Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) fault.
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Takata airbag recall: how do I find out if my car is affected?
By Matt Campbell · 17 Nov 2017
What do you do if your car is part of the Takata airbag recall? We're here to help you figure it out.
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Toyota Camry 2012: What is causing the ABS light to come on?
Answered by Graham Smith · 20 Nov 2017

In defence of the dealers it’s hard to diagnose a problem that isn’t there when they do their checks. Without anything to guide them they are taking a stab in the dark by changing parts they “think” might be causing the problem. If it is happening every time you drive the car I would suggest you have one of the dealership mechanics go on a drive with you so you can demonstrate what it is you’re concerned about. That way they might get an insight into what the problem is. Other than that, try an independent brake mechanic, and see if they can fix it for you.

Toyota Corolla: Roadside service
Answered by Graham Smith · 20 Oct 2017

Yes, it comes with 4 years free roadside service.

Are there any better small cars than the Toyota Corolla?
Answered by Graham Smith · 10 Nov 2017

The Corolla is one of the better small cars, it’s both fuel-efficient and reliable, if serviced well and not abused. Others to consider are the Mazda3 and the Hyundai i30.

It can be found in your car’s service book, but it’s 100,000 km.

What's a good seven-seat SUV between $20-$25k?
Answered by Graham Smith · 10 Nov 2017

The Kluger would meet your requirements nicely, so too would a diesel Territory. You could also look at a Kia Sorento.

Toyota Corolla 2008: Paint peeling
Answered by Graham Smith · 10 Nov 2017

It’s the clear coat peeling away from the base colour coat and it’s quite common with the more environmentally friendly water-borne paints the industry has been using for a number of years now. Other than repainting affected panels there is nothing much you can do about it. You could talk to a local panel beater or spray painter for advice.

What's a fuel efficient SUV on the market?
Answered by Graham Smith · 20 Nov 2017

I don’t believe that what you want is out there, and can only reiterate past advice, buy a Patrol/Pajero/Prado/LandCruiser.

Ford Falcon: What's a good replacement?
Answered by Graham Smith · 24 Nov 2017

There’s no good reason to not buy a Falcon, parts will be available for many years yet. There’s the Commodore, but it too is out of production. Other than that there’s no similar sized car available for you. You need to think about getting an SUV, such as a Toyota Kluger, Kia Sorento, Mazda CX-5.

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