2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback recalls and problems
2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
2
recalls
2
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback recalls
Exterior lighting: back up lights
NHTSA campaign 20V205000 · reported April 8, 2020 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 960 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Corolla Hatchback vehicles. A rear hatch wire harness connector may have been damaged during assembly, which may cause the back-up lights to fail.
The risk
If the back-up lights fail, there can be an increased risk of a crash while the vehicle is reversing.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear hatch wire harness, free of charge. The recall began June 30, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB07 and 20TA07.
Equipment: other, labels
NHTSA campaign 19V244000 · reported March 27, 2019 · Gulf States Toyota, Inc. · 3,634 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
The risk
If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Air bags1
Electrical system1
Seat belts1
Structure1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Nov 4, 2025 · Air bags
When I start the car it informs me that my seat belt is not being worn. Even though it is. Then a message appears on my dash that says "Srs airbag system malfunction visit your dealer" My family's safety is at risk if ever involved in a accident with no airbag deployment.
Jul 16, 2019 · Structure · 20 miles
FIRST DAY AFTER I GOT THE CAR COMING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY FRONT OF THE CAR SCRAPED THE GROUND AND THE FRONT FENDER POPPED OFF THE CAR. THIS FENDER IS PLASTIC AND WAS ATTACHED TO THE CAR WITH PLASTIC FASTENERS. IT IS A FLOWINGLY PUT TOGETHER PIECE OF JUNK. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE SINCE FENDER WOULD COME OFF AND HIT THE…
Does the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, the most recent reported on April 8, 2020 (Exterior lighting: back up lights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (1 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).
How many 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 4, 2025.