2008 Toyota Corolla vs 2009 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 313 | 1,459 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 156 | 372 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 74 | 186 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–31 | 25–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 44,261 mi | 29,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 138 | 552 |
| Steering | 12 | 382 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 54 | 197 |
| Engine | 21 | 91 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 89 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 70 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 33 | 42 |
| Power Train | 13 | 45 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 49 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 29 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 26 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 24 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 25 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 23 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 19 |
2008 Toyota Corolla
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.