Most common 2017 Toyota Yaris problems
Share of the 15 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Toyota Yaris complaints by model year
Best Yaris years: 2006, 2016, 2013. Years to avoid: 2008, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012. Compare all years →
2017 Toyota Yaris recalls (3)
Equipment › Other › Labels
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect.
Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Air bags › Side/window
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Yaris vehicles. The wire harnesses for the side air bag sensors located within the front doors may crack and corrode, possibly causing the non-deployment or improper deployment of the front seat side air bags and the curtain shield air bags.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire harness assembly in the front doors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2019.
Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017.
What 2017 Toyota Yaris owners say
Air bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Toyota Yaris. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving, and stopped at a stop sign, the vehicle was rear-ended by the vehicle behind her which caused her vehicle to rear-end the vehicle ahead of her. The vehicle was damaged at the rear and the front, and was towed to a tow yard. The insurance company was yet to make a final decision on whether the vehicle was a total loss. The air bags did not deploy. The driver hit the steering wheel and sustained knee and face injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The contact called the matthews motors wilmington dealer (5723 market st, wilmington, nc 28405) and was told that the insurance company would be responsible for the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. The VIN was not provided.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Toyota Yaris. While the vehicle was idling at a traffic light, the air bag deployed without impact or warning. The contact accelerated and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact sustained unknown injuries and medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 12,000.
Speed control & acceleration
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Toyota Yaris. While merging onto the expressway at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle did not accelerate and almost caused a crash. The accelerator pedal was depressed all the way down to the floorboard. After approximately 30 seconds, the vehicle finally accelerated. The contact stated that the vehicle only exhibited the failure when traveling on an incline. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (country Toyota in westport, connecticut) where it was diagnosed that the vehicle was performing according to standards. The failure occurred three times in two months. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 1708151519. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 8,431.
The car does not like the accelerate, when pushing the gas you have to put it all the way to the floor and it takes about 15 seconds to actually accelerate. At 40,000 miles the rear shocks went out, and the left rear tire wore down and is bulging.
2017 Toyota Yaris engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 32 / 40 / 35 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | FWD | 30 / 39 / 34 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 30 / 36 / 33 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 30 / 35 / 32 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Toyota Yaris a good car?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Yaris rates better than average: 43% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Yaris at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Toyota Yaris?
The air bags — 4 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the speed control & acceleration (3) and transmission & drivetrain (2).
How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Yaris have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2017 Toyota Yaris, the most recent from June 28, 2019 (labels). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Toyota Yaris?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2006, 2016 and 2013. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2008, 2007, 2009, 2010 and 2012. See the full Toyota Yaris years comparison.
At what mileage do 2017 Toyota Yaris problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 19,000 miles; 90% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.