1997 TOYOTA COROLLA PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Airbag Deployment Issues

  • Airbags failed to deploy in multiple accident scenarios
    
  • Airbag deployment without warning
    
  • Airbag recall notice received
    

• 2. Brake System Malfunction

  • Brakes fail to work when air conditioner is on
    
  • Braking system malfunctioned causing extended stopping distance
    
  • Application of brakes caused vehicle to accelerate
    
  • Brakes locked up under rainy conditions
    

• 3. Seat Belt Malfunction

  • Driver's seat belt fails to retract
    
  • Seat belts did not retract, causing safety concerns
    
  • Seat belt retractor sticks
    
  • Seat belts jamming, making it difficult to use
    
  • Front seat belts lock up after several attempts
    

• 4. Transmission Issues

  • Transmission failure
    
  • Transmission/axle shaft misadjustment
    
  • Transmission fluid leak
    

• 5. Tire Problems

  • Tire separation while driving
    
  • Tread separation causing tire failure
    
  • Tire sidewall failed, resulting in tire failure
    
  • Exploding tire, causing damage to the vehicle
    

• 6. Electrical Malfunction

  • Vehicle caught on fire due to electrical malfunction
    
  • Vehicle fire due to faulty wiring to safety belt
    
  • On-board computer issues resulting in various problems
    

• 7. Miscellaneous Mechanical Problems

  • Water pump failure
    
  • Windshield wiper motor failure
    
  • Power brake and power steering issues
    
  • Fuel tank issues due to road hazards
    

• 8. Acceleration Issues

  • Sudden acceleration causing accidents
    
  • Unintended acceleration with cruise control active
    
  • Vehicle acceleration while turning the key
    

• 9. Miscellaneous Safety Concerns

  • Front airbag failure to deploy in a frontal collision
    
  • Vehicle caught fire while parked and unoccupied
    
  • No trunk light for the vehicle
    
  • No rear window defroster for poor visibility
    

• 10. Recall Related Problems

  • Recalls on gas pedal entrapment, airbag deployment, wheel lugs, but issues not resolved.
    

• 11. Seat Adjustment Problems

  • Driver seat belts not retracting
    
  • Rear seat belts not retracting
    
  • Driver's side seat belt getting stuck
    
  • Seat back collapsed causing injuries
    

• 12. Door Locks Problems

  • Automatic door locks failure
    
  • Locks on rear doors becoming jammed
    

• 13. Miscellaneous Concerns

  • Lights going out while driving
    
  • Noise coming from steering column
    
  • Ignition switch locking issues
    

• 14. Anti-Lock Brakes Issues

  • Anti-lock brakes locked up while driving
    

• 15. Water Leak Problems

  • Water leak causing rust on steering shaft