2026 Toyota Corolla Cross: Recalls, Complaints & California Lemon Law

The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V869000 (Hybrid Propulsion System). While driving approximately 10 MPH out of a driveway, the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was taken to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer; however, a diagnostic test was not performed. The dealer was notified of the active recall and took possession of the vehicle, and provided the contact with a loaner. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 800.

NHTSA #11733604

The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V86900 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, Town Toyota (500 3rd St SE, East Wenatchee, WA 98802), where the vehicle remained while awaiting parts. The manufacturer was informed of the failure, and a dispute was filed to buy back or trade the vehicle. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA #11730831

The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V869000 (Hybrid Propulsion System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was opened. The Arizona Office of Attorney General was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA #11734751

The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to immediately accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving up an incline and while driving on a flat road surface. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 4,100.

NHTSA #11742251

on the freeway after around 10 miles a vibration starts at 70mph and up to 80mph, it gets worse, its from the rear, you can feel it in the steering, through the floor, and seat, over 80 the whole car is one constant resonating vibration, tires have been replaced and conformed ok. Toyota are not doing anything to resolve the issue, and will not drive it as I request, and will not invite me to drive along with them.

NHTSA #11737682

The tail lights on the Toyota Corolla Cross LE 2026 are not as bright as one would think they should be. I've been informed of this by a few passerbys and other drivers. The tail lights on the Cross are very dim and there only two. Very hard to see on a late night. Been told by other Cross drivers of this issue as well, and believe Toyota should make them tighter for the evening hours.

NHTSA #11745136

I purchase the unit Toyota Corolla Cross 2026 Licence XXX on Calesa Motors Caguas Pu [XXX] March 14, 2026. Serie # XXX Model 6380 Gray color. Toyota Financial Services Contract # XXX. On April 14, 2026 the unit went without brakes. I was going to take my daughter [XXX] to her work with my w [XXX] he Unit Toyota Corolla Cr [XXX] I turn it on put it on drive an the unit go along straight to my neighbor home. It doesn't stop. The unit can not be change to parking mode or neutral mode. An in the Dash it show all kind of message, ( System Malfunction Brakes) (Collision-Contact Dealer) (AntilockBrake SystemMalfunction)(Secondary Collision Brake System Malfunction) Visit Your Dealer). Contact Dealer. I made a police station Notification # XXX. The next day the unit was pickup by a tower car an send to the Toyota Calesa Motors Dealer they asign Job order XXX. An after 6 hours waiting the mecanic Mr. [XXX] tell me that a brake cable was broking and that was the reason the unit [XXX] ithout brakes. The Unit has only 1498 milles. I purchase 3 week ago brand new. Them tell me they can repair it. But I toll Toyota Mecanic that I don't want that unit. I also went to DACO OFFICE in Puerto Rico and report the incident. They asign me a case # XXX against Calesa [XXX] , HNC CALESA TOYOTA, TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES,INC TOYOTA DE PUERTO RICO. The unit is at the Dealer I Don't want it. Thanks! GOD nothing happens to my family, neigbhor. The unit don't crash. Is like new with also all the plastic on their seat. Only run XXX. The Unit Total cost is $ 52,730.16. I also wrote and call Toyota Services Center and visit Toyota main office in Puerto Rico, I wrote a letter to Toyota Chairman Mr. Aika Toyota. With respect, care, love a [XXX] Mr. [XXX] Puerto Rico Phone: [XXX] [XXX [XXX] ! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREED [XXX] [XXX] XX] )(6 [XXX] RMATIO [XXX] TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA #11734593

The wipers spontaneously activated and would not stop, it did not respond to any of the wiper controls, It would not stop even when the car was turned off. The only way to get the wipers to stop was to remove the relay.

NHTSA #11729227

Driver’s side front window shattered seemingly spontaneously. Car was locked and parked overnight and found in morning with shattered window. No other signs of damage to car, no rock found next to car/window. Took to nearest toyota dealership who did take pictures and told me they would file a report.

NHTSA #11727973

Main Claim **Subject: Vehicle Malfunction Incident Report / Claim** I am writing to report a serious and unexpected issue with my vehicle that occurred on Sunday, March 29, 2026. I purchased this car in mid-December 2025, and it is still relatively new. For context, the vehicle’s brake hold function was turned on, and everything appeared to be operating normally before the incident. On the day of the incident, I was parking at a café and had my foot firmly on the brake while the vehicle was in Drive. As I was preparing to shift the gear into Park (without having actually moved the gear yet), the vehicle suddenly behaved as if it had shifted into Reverse, despite the gear still being in Drive. The rearview camera activated, and the car began rolling backward. This occurred while I was still pressing the brake, which should have prevented any movement. In response to this dangerous situation, I attempted to lift my foot off the brake and press it again, but the brakes did not respond. I also tried shifting between Reverse and Drive in an attempt to regain control and restore normal braking function, but this did not resolve the issue. As the vehicle continued to slowly roll backward, I was ultimately forced to shift the gear into Park while the car was still in motion and turn off the engine to stop the vehicle. This action successfully stopped the car. After restarting the vehicle, I was able to park safely without further issue. This was a highly dangerous malfunction that could have easily resulted in a serious accident. Additionally, there were two passengers in the vehicle at the time—one in the front passenger seat and one in the rear—both of whom are licensed drivers and can confirm that the vehicle began reversing while still in Drive and that the brakes were not functioning as expected. I am submitting this report to formally document the incident and request a thorough inspection and resolution of the issue. Please advise on the next steps for investigation,

NHTSA #11728486

I own a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE with very low mileage. The windshield cracked unexpectedly and Toyota replaced the windshield under manufacturer warranty on February 9, 2026. Shortly after the replacement, the windshield cracked again. The vehicle currently has only a few thousand miles (3315 mileage) I am concerned there may be a defect involving the windshield, vehicle structure, frame stress, or windshield installation. The issue has now happened more than once on a nearly new vehicle. The repeated windshield cracking creates a safety concern because it affects visibility and could compromise driver safety while operating the vehicle. Toyota has escalated my case internally for further review. The windshield and repair history are available for inspection upon request.

NHTSA #11736631

The component that has malfunctioned is the hybrid inverter assembly, a loose internal bolt within the hybrid propulsion system. This vehicle is currently held at Fred Haas Toyota Country (Houston, TX) and is available for inspection upon request. My safety and the safety of the public are at risk because, as stated by the recall notice given on December 16 2025, this defect involves a bolt in the hybrid powertrain that "can become loose and could lead to a loss of motive power or could lead to a fire when the vehicle is on." The safety risk was confirmed by Fred Haas Toyota on March 6, 2026 and while there is no formal "Stop Drive" order, the dealership agreed to ground the vehicle and lend me a rental. As of today, March 28, 2026 there is still no remedy despite Toyota saying they "estimate the remedy can be available in the 1st quarter of 2026." Since my vehicle is currently in possession of the dealership, I am not sure if they have inspected it. Before I gave my car to Fred Haas Toyota Country I did not see any warning lights or messages, but the risk was still there (NHTSA 25V869000). My vehicle has been out of service for 22 days with no estimate repair date or remedy announced and the manufacturer has failed to provide a comparable loaner and has been unresponsive to my calls and messages. I am reporting a failure to remedy a known safety defect in a reasonable timeframe and am requesting an investigation into this delay and assistance with an appropriate rental or vehicle repurchase.

NHTSA #11727688

The fuel gage does not update to reflect a full tank. The check engine light has turned on twice along with a notification of a system malfunction. When the car was taken to the dealership the fuel level sender had to be replaced. The check engine light turned on again after having the fuel sender replace. After taking the vehicle to the dealership an additional time it was identified that the fuel tank was defective.

NHTSA #11705454

Front end vibrates and floats around at highway speeds. Vibration through the floor from the rear. rear of the vehicle steps out and wanders with weight in the vehicle causing passengers to get concerned. tires have been replaced, no change to front or rear or handling.

NHTSA #11729754