2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Problems
Compared with other Toyota Corolla Cross years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2026 can be compared from 2029.
- Most reported part: Other or unknown (7 complaints).
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 27filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 1,679miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 32 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 31 city / 33 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 7 complaints (26% of the total), followed by hybrid propulsion system (6) and transmission and drivetrain (6). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 1,679 miles. Of all complaints, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 24 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 22 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown7 26%
- Brakes3 11%
- Electrical system3 11%
- Fuel system3 11%
- Steering3 11%
- Body and structure3 11%
- Exterior lighting2 7.4%
Also reported: Back-over prevention (rear camera) (1), Engine (1), Forward collision avoidance (1), Lane departure (1), Suspension (1).
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “I purchased this vehicle new December 2025. 4 times now it has lost throttle control after turning in traffic. Only to after a second or two to suddenly accelerate unexpectedly at full throttle. This has been periodic for 4 months now. The dealer says they can’t replicate the incident, and they are finished investigating it. Leaving me in fear that an accident is eminent.”
NHTSA complaint #11760247, filed 2026-08Hybrid propulsion system: “The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V869000 (Hybrid Propulsion System). While driving approximately 10 MPH out of a driveway, the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was taken to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer; however, a diagnostic test was not performed. The dealer was notified of the active recall and took possession of the vehicle, and provided the contact with a loaner. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11733604, filed 2026-04, 800 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “on the freeway after around 10 miles a vibration starts at 70mph and up to 80mph, it gets worse, its from the rear, you can feel it in the steering, through the floor, and seat, over 80 the whole car is one constant resonating vibration, tires have been replaced and conformed ok. Toyota are not doing anything to resolve the issue, and will not drive it as I request, and will not invite me to drive along with them.”
NHTSA complaint #11737682, filed 2026-05Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “My rear windshield shattered spontaneously while I was parked at work. The shatter pattern doesn't indicate an external force shattering the glass. The work cameras also corroborate that nobody or nothing was near my vehicle when it could have happened. There was no warning or indication of this happening.”
NHTSA complaint #11771448, filed 2026-10Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 800 and 4,100 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Cross · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 16.4% risk |
| Corolla Cross · SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 17.4% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2026 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2025: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Cross FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | 31 | 33 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Corolla Cross AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | 29 | 31 | 30 | $2,250 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 24 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037193Aug 13, 2026Fuel system. Customer states MIL ON (P04602A) and fuel gauge indicating incorrect fuel level, showing that there is more/less fuel in the vehicle.
- 11034826Jun 25, 2026Other or unknown. 2026 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger…
- 11034819Jun 18, 2026Other or unknown. During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle…
- 11034813Jun 10, 2026Other or unknown. A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load…
- 11034812Jun 10, 2026Other or unknown. Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extendedvehicle…
- 11029890Feb 12, 2026Other or unknown. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 12, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0005-26.
- 11029887Feb 11, 2026Body and structure. Some 2022 – 2026 model year Corolla Cross and 2023 – 2026 model year Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a loose roof rail. This condition may be present at the front and/or rear of one or…
- 11029879Feb 6, 2026Other or unknown. A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load…
- 11029878Feb 6, 2026Other or unknown. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 6, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0009-25.
- 11029876Feb 5, 2026Other or unknown. During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle…
Other model years of the Toyota Corolla Cross
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 | 1,679 | 0 | 5 | 32 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 21 | 3,600 | 0 | 5 | 32 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 46 | 50,000 | 0 | — | 32 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 177 | 2,900 | 4 | — | 32 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Too new |
| 2022 | 49 | 31,500 | 2 | — | 32 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
All Toyota Corolla Cross model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross have?
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 7 complaints (26% of the total), followed by hybrid propulsion system with 6.
Has the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross get?
The EPA rates the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross (Corolla Cross, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 32 mpg combined, 31 city and 33 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 1,679 miles and the middle half falls between 800 and 4,100 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.