NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Toyota Yaris Ia Safety Ratings
The 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia scores 86 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 26 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Toyota Yaris iA earns a Safety Index of 86 out of 100, placing it in the Strong category. This score is significantly bolstered by a flawless recall record for the model year. The primary area for improvement in its safety profile is the near-zero score in collision avoidance technology, reflecting the absence of both forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems.
The 2019 Toyota Yaris iA received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 86/100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia ranks 53 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 86 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 13% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 26 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 53 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia?
The 2019 Toyota Yaris iA presents a notably split safety picture that the 86/100 Strong Index captures well but does not fully explain on its own. The crash protection sub-score of 66 out of 70 is the engine of this rating, driven by a clean five-star overall NHTSA result across frontal and side disciplines. The rollover result of four stars with a 13 percent risk figure and a No Tip dynamic outcome is competitive for a small front-wheel-drive sedan in this segment. Where the 2019 year-specific profile weakens is the avoidance tech sub-score of just 2 out of 10. This model year does not include forward collision warning or lane departure warning as standard or optional equipment, meaning the vehicle relies entirely on the driver for pre-crash intervention. Electronic stability control is standard, which accounts for the two points earned. The defect record sub-score of 18.25 out of 20 reflects the zero-recall standing, a genuinely strong result for a vehicle now seven years old. No prior-year Index is on file, so a year-over-year movement cannot be calculated. The 26 unverified complaints, concentrated in Engine, Electrical, and Fuel categories, are worth monitoring but do not currently trigger a recall.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Toyota Yaris iA received a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This assessment included five stars in both frontal and side impact protection. Its rollover resistance category, however, earned four out of five stars, with a measured rollover risk of 13 percent. Dynamic tip testing for the Yaris iA yielded a "No Tip" result, a positive indicator within its four-star rollover performance.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13226
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia have any recalls?
The 2019 Toyota Yaris iA has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside advisory and no do-not-drive order have been issued for this model year. That absence directly supports the defect record sub-score of 18.25 out of 20 in the Safety Index, the highest-weighted positive factor in this vehicle's profile.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia?
NHTSA has logged 26 unverified owner complaints for the 2019 Toyota Yaris iA. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Engine and Electrical System, each cited in 8 reports, followed by the Fuel and Propulsion System with 7 alleged reports. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
26 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia?
Shoppers evaluating a used 2019 Toyota Yaris iA should run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase. Although this model year currently shows zero open campaigns, recall status can change. Confirm any previously issued remedy was completed by the selling party before finalizing a transaction.
- The 2019 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a distinction that directly lifts its defect record sub-score to 18.25 out of 20 and is a concrete advantage over recalled peers in the used-car market.
- NHTSA crash testing awarded this specific model year five stars in both frontal and side protection, with the only sub-five result being a four-star rollover rating accompanied by a 13 percent rollover risk figure.
- This model year ships without forward collision warning or lane departure warning, earning just 2 out of 10 in the avoidance tech sub-score, which is the single largest drag on an otherwise high Safety Index.
- Twenty-six unverified NHTSA complaints have been filed against this model year, with Engine and Electrical System each drawing eight alleged reports, making those two areas worth a focused pre-purchase inspection.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia places
The 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Toyota Yaris Ia safety questions
Was the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 13%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 26 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Toyota Yaris Ia. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13226), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota Yaris Ia 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 53 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.