Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2010 Toyota Corolla owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that, while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle suddenly accelerated despite the brakes being applied, causing the driver to crash into a parked vehicle. The TPMS warning light was illuminated. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployments, or police reports filed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000.
Failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant crash protection the air bag label installed on the driver side sun visor can separate from the surface visor
On 11/15/2016, I purchased 4 new primewell valera touring tires, size 205/55r16 for my daughters 2010 Toyota Corolla s. I purchased the tires from Firestone complete auto care, 10925 fm 1960 rd w houston, tx 77070 she immediately begin driving from houston to return to college station, tx where she resides. She had only traveled approximately 50 miles on the new tires when she experienced a rear right blow out which sent her crashing into the highway concrete barrier. She is a bit shaken up with stiffness and pain and her car is damaged in several areas. I am asking my insurance to investigate the full details of the crash. I am also speaking with Firestone and hope to reach the manufacturer of the tires as well. A dps officer was onsite to make a report of the accident and the particulars. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Toyota Corolla equipped with Michelin greenx defender (na) tires, size: 195/65/r15 (na). While driving 55 MPH, the rear driver's side tire blew out. The vehicle spun around and was struck by a box truck. The contact was not injured. A police report was filed. The contact was able to drive away from the scene of the crash. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The tire was replaced. The tire was a replacement tire. The tire failure mileage was 3,000 and the vehicle failure mileage was 75,000.
We believe something punctured the front left wheel of the car when driven down a street and the emergency brake when released did not stop the car. The car skid into parked cars and air bag was not deflated even though it was serviced under the airbag recall. Passenger sideview mirror, right body of car is damaged, side and portion of front and back bumpers became damaged. No out of pocket expenses made. The damaged car sits in our driveway soon to be towed and sold for parts.
The car suddenly stopped and soon caught fire by itself when I was driving on 101 & lawrence express, california. Report shown by insurance company said "found cyl #1 rod is bent and has punctured the eng. Block causing oil to leak also the block impacted the ac compressor possibly causing the veh to catch fire melting the ac compressor harness,rf wheel speed harness,front bumper,wheel and wheel liner.no other failures seen or demo" this happened a week after I had my car inspected and maintained. Tried to reach Toyota, but they are not responding.
I made a left hand turn and was hit on the front passenger side. The force of the hit spun my car in a full circle, damaged the entire front of the frame, knocked off the front bumper, caused the trunk to open, and caused severe damage spanning the whole front end of the car including the driver's side door which I was unable to open. During this accident, the airbags did not deploy. The estimated cost for repair for my Corolla was 13,000 dollars.
Why have I not been contacted...this is ridiculous..10 recalls on this vehicle and none of them have been fixed...this was a dangerous vehicle that never shod have been on the road..total loses of vehicle..where is the warranty?.. This vehicle was sold less than a month after my accident and I was told therefore the vehicle could not be located for investigation.. I want something done about this..!
I purchased a 2010 Toyota Corolla s on 11-7-2009. On the test drive I complained to the salesman that the steering felt strange. It seemed to have a center spot and then any left or right turn would cause a minor pull either direction as if the steering turned on. The salesman said it was the electric steering on all the new cars. That was a slow speed test drive. After the purchase I got on the interstate and was shocked to feel the steering feel as if I were going around a semi tractor trailer rig and being pushed around by the wind, but yet I was not near a vehicle. It seemed like loose steering or tire squirm. When I got back from my trip I took it to the local Toyota service center and asked if there is an adjustment on the power steering or if there is an issue with the tires. To both questions my service advisor said no. …
I have a Toyota Corolla 2010,I had it since June 2010, . I went through a major car accident on hw 1 ca @ 8:45 am on Tuesday which was a sunny, clear , not foggy nor rainy day (weather condition was perfect),I was driving on 63 MPH (normal speed is 65) on the fast left lane and suddenly I felt that the left front tire is veering the car into a different direction acting as if it below up (but it didn't) and my car is veering to the left , my steering wheel is locked and is not responding at all when trying to change the car directionto the right. There was no way to drive the car in a straight line. The steering wheel failed completely to respond to any attempt to turn it to the right in an attempt to gain control over the car and attempting to drive it in straight line. Brakes as well were not responding. …
Wheel & Tire complaints in other Corolla years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 2010 Toyota Corolla?
NHTSA has 26 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 2010 Toyota Corolla, 2% of the model year's 1,244 complaints. The component named most often is pressure monitoring and regulating systems (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2010 Toyota Corolla wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for the 2010 Toyota Corolla, though it has 17 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2010 Toyota Corolla wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 5,000 miles, and 65% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 10 crashes, 1 fire and 5 injuries to wheels & tires problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.