2015 TOYOTA COROLLA Complaints and Recall Information
The 2015 TOYOTA COROLLA has 10 complaints and 1 recall filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report problems with the airbag system failing to deploy in crashes and paint defects related to a recall. There are also several reports regarding drivetrain or transmission failures and a case of unexpected stalling linked to a fuel pump failure.
Common Issues- Airbag malfunction. Multiple owners report the airbag warning light activating even after repairs and recall fixes. Some experienced airbag failure to deploy during accidents, which may increase injury risk.
- Paint defects. Complaints include peeling paint and denial of coverage despite an existing recall. Owners express concerns about dealerships refusing recall services for paint issues.
- Fuel pump failure. One report detailed a sudden stall caused by a faulty fuel pump that required replacement with an OEM part to restore proper function.
- Drivetrain and transmission issues. Several complaints reference failures in the drivetrain or transmission system without detailed symptoms.
There is one recall affecting the airbag control system that involves a large number of vehicles. The defect impacts the electronic control unit and may prevent airbags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying during a crash.
Recalls- Air bag control module. (NHTSA Recall No. 20V024) Toyota recalled nearly 2.9 million vehicles including the 2015 Corolla for a defect where the air bag ECU may malfunction and disable airbag and seat belt pretensioner deployment during certain crashes. This raises the risk of injury in collisions. The remedy involves dealers inspecting the ECU and installing a noise filter if needed at no cost. Owners were notified starting March 2020 with follow-up repair notices sent through June 2020. No "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisories were issued.
Owners facing repeated repairs related to safety systems or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state lemon law. Consulting a legal professional for guidance on potential claims could be advisable for those affected.
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA Summary
2015
Model Year
10
Total Complaints
1
Total Recalls
2891976
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
2891976 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Risk: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
Complaints
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2124391POWER TRAIN
Falla en tren motriz o transmisión
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2124390VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Falla en tren motriz o transmisión
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2124389SEAT BELTS
Falla en tren motriz o transmisión
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2107780SEAT BELTS
I purchased this vehicle in November 2024 from a dealership. On July 8, 2025, I was involved in a crash where the airbag failed to deploy. After the accident, I learned there was an active recall from 2020 (NHTSA Recall No. 20V024) related to the airbag control system. The recall had not been repaired, and I was never informed of it when I bought the car. This defect may have worsened my injuries and left me completely unprotected during the crash.
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2107779AIR BAGS
I purchased this vehicle in November 2024 from a dealership. On July 8, 2025, I was involved in a crash where the airbag failed to deploy. After the accident, I learned there was an active recall from 2020 (NHTSA Recall No. 20V024) related to the airbag control system. The recall had not been repaired, and I was never informed of it when I bought the car. This defect may have worsened my injuries and left me completely unprotected during the crash.
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2093046FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The car stalled after trying to resume from stopping at a stop sign. After having a mechanic look at the vehicle it turned out It a bad fuel pump. Had to buy a new fuel pump from Toyota to replace the fuel pump and car is working perfectly fine. There was no warning whatsoever of it going bad.
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2081773STRUCTURE:BODY
THIS IS A STRUCTURE COMPLAINT. Paint is peeling off of my 2015Toyota Corolla. see attached pictures. Per the Toyota Dealer in Logan Utah, they referred me to you on this issue. I was not made aware of the paint recall that ended in January 2025. I hope this complaint will reopen another recall.
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2069213STRUCTURE:BODY
My car paint had a recall. It was denied.
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2069212STRUCTURE:BODY
I had a recall on my paint. I took it to the dealership where they denied approval.
2015 TOYOTA COROLLA
ID: 2062698AIR BAGS
I had my airbag repaired back in 2022 due to a safety recall and that light has since then turned on again