2016 Toyota Corolla Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 4%of 215 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 20,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the fuel system of the 2016 Toyota Corolla, 4% of the 215 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 20,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Took my car in to have 6mos. Inspection done and I reported that I was smelling something like rotten eggs in my car. This happens at least 1-2 times a month and it happens after driving the car for a while. I am due to take the car in again and I will report that this problem again. My grand daughter was in my car and she asked me what that smell was??? When this happens my car is usually in the park position, but running. When I first reported problem, they ck it out and said that they would keep a ck on this problem”
NHTSA complaint #11013004, filed 2017-08, 6,000 miles“Check engine light lit. Vehicle was taken to a Toyota dealer for service. Dealer stated that the fuel filler pipe leading to the fuel tank had multiple holes and required replacement of the fuel tank sub-assy. Dealer stated that this was a common failure for corollas (vehicle is three years old). Dealer stated that the fuel suction gasket had deteriorated and required replacement.”
NHTSA complaint #11301764, filed 2020-01, 41,215 miles“Brake pedal feels spongy or soft all the time. Have had vehicle to dealer 3 times for stuck fuel door (won't open). Every time nothing found wrong. Tech lubed and tried adjusting fuel door to no avail. Stuck fuel door doesn't happen all the time though. This is a safety issue especially for women who are trying to fuel up when on empty. Fuel door sticks while stationary. Brakes feel spongy when applying brakes while in motion or sitting still. Dealer looked at brakes and said they are fine. Have read several complaints on these Corolla's having brake failure! What's next??? …”
NHTSA complaint #10926072, filed 2016-11, 20,000 miles“Toyota Corolla stalled a couple of times after the initial start in the parking lot. On 2 ocassions it would not start and I had to leave it at a restaurant parking lot and a grocery store. When I returned it would start. The last time, it would not start so I took it to a Toyota dealership for repair and was told it was the fuel pump.”
NHTSA complaint #11316558, filed 2020-03“I have a 2016 Toyota Corolla with 50,525 miles on it. When I start my car, it doesn't wont to start-(the battery is ok). It has been stalling lately at a complete stop. It doesn't won't to go, even though I accelerate. I started to notice this in nov 2019. I first thought it was the weather or I needed a battery. But neither is the case. This car is only 4 years old and I shouldn't need a battery nor should I be having these issues”
NHTSA complaint #11317108, filed 2020-03Related service bulletins
- 10111467Jul 28, 2016TSB: Some 2014 - 2016 model year Corolla vehicles may exhibit a "No Click" and/or "No Spring Return" condition from the fuel cap when fully seated and sealed. In some instances…
- 10084374Jul 28, 2016Tsb: some 2014 2016 model year corolla vehicles may exhibit a no click and/or no spring return condition from the fuel cap when fully seated and sealed. In some instances…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 3% |
| 2024 | 2 | 3% |
| 2023 | 2 | 3% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 2 | 1% |
| 2020 | 17 | 5% |
| 2019 | 43 | 21% |
| 2018 | 38 | 28% |
| 2017 | 9 | 5% |
| 2016 | 8 | 4% |
| 2015 | 11 | 5% |
| 2014 | 9 | 3% |
| 2013 | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 | 2 | 0% |
| 2011 | 11 | 2% |
| 2010 | 21 | 2% |
| 2009 | 24 | 2% |
| 2008 | 9 | 3% |
| 2007 | 28 | 3% |
| 2006 | 21 | 3% |
| 2005 | 36 | 4% |
| 2004 | 24 | 5% |
| 2003 | 14 | 2% |
| 2002 | 7 | 6% |
| 2001 | 8 | 6% |
| 2000 | 5 | 3% |
| 1999 | 8 | 5% |
| 1998 | 13 | 6% |
| 1997 | 3 | 2% |
| 1996 | 4 | 3% |
| 1995 | 10 | 6% |
| 1994 | 11 | 6% |
| 1993 | 2 | 2% |
| 1992 | 3 | 5% |
| 1991 | 3 | 4% |
| 1989 | 2 | 9% |
| 1988 | 4 | 15% |
| 1984 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2016 Toyota Corolla
65 complaintsBrakes
30 complaintsSeat belts
26 complaintsOther or unknown
24 complaintsSteering
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
22 complaintsVehicle speed control
22 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsEngine
13 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Toyota Corolla
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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