NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Toyota Yaris
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Toyota Yaris is a subcompact hatchback and wagon aimed squarely at budget-conscious urban drivers and first-time car buyers who want a small, maneuverable daily driver with the Toyota nameplate behind it. Covering the 2019 and 2020 model years, the Yaris slots into one of the most competitive segments in the market, where safety credentials can genuinely separate one entry from another.
The 2020 Toyota Yaris earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Yaris as a sensible, no-frills subcompact that delivers adequate everyday transportation without pretense. Most praise its urban maneuverability and straightforward driving experience, while noting that the cabin and feature set feel modest even by small-car standards. It tends to be recommended as a practical, entry-level choice rather than an exciting one.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14739
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
9 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.