NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Toyota Yaris Safety Ratings
The 2019 Toyota Yaris scores 81 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), 3 recalls, and 26 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Toyota Yaris achieved a NHTSA Safety Index of 81/100, placing it in the Strong band. Its perfect avoidance-tech score and solid crash-protection marks contribute to a credible safety profile. Without a prior-year Index, however, no trend comparison is possible.
The 2019 Toyota Yaris holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 81 out of 100 and a 4-star NHTSA frontal crash rating, sourced from federal 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 ranks 74 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 81 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 13.6% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 26 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 74 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Toyota Yaris?
The 2019 Toyota Yaris lands at 81 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, a Strong-band result built on three contributing pillars. The avoidance-technology sub-score is a perfect 10 out of 10, reflecting standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control across this model year, equipment that was far from universal in this segment at the time. Crash protection contributes 56 out of a possible 70, anchored by the 4-star frontal and 4-star rollover ratings NHTSA recorded. The defect record sub-score of 15.25 out of 20 reflects the three recall campaigns tied to this year, with the fuel pump campaign carrying the most direct safety implication given the potential for an engine stall. No prior-year Safety Index is on file, so a year-over-year movement cannot be calculated. The 26 filed complaints, concentrated in Engine, Electrical System, and Fuel and Propulsion categories, are unverified but align thematically with the fuel pump recall and warrant attention from prospective buyers reviewing VIN-specific history.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Toyota Yaris perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Toyota Yaris earned 4 out of 5 stars in both the frontal crash and rollover categories. This includes a 14 percent rollover risk, with a "No Tip" dynamic test result. No conclusions can be drawn regarding side protection or the vehicle's overall score, as NHTSA did not publish ratings for those categories.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13043
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Toyota Yaris have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover the 2019 Toyota Yaris. The most safety-critical targets the fuel pump impeller, which can affect fuel delivery and engine stalling. Two separate label-related recalls were issued by regional distributors Southeast Toyota and Gulf States Toyota. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data on file, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V617000
Risk: A fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB05 and 21TA05.
Reported 2021-09-27
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS19V503000
Risk: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.
Reported 2019-06-28
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS19V244000
Risk: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2019-03-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Toyota Yaris?
Twenty-six unverified consumer complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Engine and Electrical System, each cited 8 times, followed by the Fuel and Propulsion System at 7 reports and Steering at 5. One alleged crash, one alleged fire, and one alleged injury appear in the dataset. These are unverified allegations only.
26 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Toyota Yaris?
A notable element of the 2019 Toyota Yaris's safety profile centers on its recall history. Shoppers of this model year should prioritize a VIN check at NHTSA.dot.gov to ascertain the completion status of the fuel pump recall remedy. Two additional regional recalls, pertaining to labeling, also warrant verification of their closed status. The resolution of open recalls stands as a concrete and verifiable safety consideration, distinct from other factors influencing vehicle safety.
- The fuel pump recall issued in 2021 covers the 2019 Yaris and involves a potential impeller defect that can interrupt fuel delivery, making remedy verification by VIN a priority for this specific model year.
- NHTSA awarded this model year 4 out of 5 stars for both frontal and rollover protection, but an overall star rating and a side-impact star rating were never assigned, leaving portions of the crash-test picture incomplete.
- The 2019 Yaris received a perfect 10 out of 10 avoidance-technology sub-score because forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control were all standard equipment on this model year.
- Twenty-six unverified complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year cluster heavily around Engine and Electrical System allegations, with 8 reports each, a concentration that used-market shoppers should note when reviewing vehicle history.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Toyota Yaris places
The 2019 Toyota Yaris qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Toyota Yaris safety questions
Was the 2019 Toyota Yaris crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Toyota Yaris, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 81 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 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Toyota Yaris earned 4 out of 5 stars for frontal and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 13.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota Yaris have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Toyota Yaris. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Toyota Yaris?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 26 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Toyota Yaris. 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.
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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 13043), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota Yaris 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 74 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.