2019 Toyota Corolla Recalls

Recall Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback vehicles equipped with Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVT). The pump impeller blades within the torque converter may detach, especially when driven under high load, potentially causing a vehicle stall.

Possible Effects

A vehicle stall, especially when driving a high rate of speed, can increase the risk of a crash.

Action

Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will replace the CVT and torque converter, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed on January 28, 2019 to notify owners about the issue. A second letter will be sent when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota''s number for this recall is J17/J07.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.