Toyota Recalls 2019 Corolla Hatchbacks Due to CVT Torque Converter Defect
Toyota is recalling 2019 Corolla hatchbacks because pump impeller blades in the torque converter may detach, potentially causing a vehicle stall and increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (transmission component failure) that can cause a vehicle stall at high speeds, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.
Plain-English summary
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling certain 2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback vehicles equipped with Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVT). The recall involves 3,424 vehicles.
The pump impeller blades within the torque converter may detach, especially when driven under high load. This defect can cause the vehicle to stall. A vehicle stall, particularly at high speeds, can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the CVT and torque converter free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- TOYOTA COROLLA
- Brand
- TOYOTA
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Category
- Vehicle — Transmission
- Affected units
- 3,424
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- COROLLA
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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