Toyota iQ recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 4 safety recalls naming the Toyota iQ, launched from 2010 to 2015. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Toyota iQ recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 4
- 2010 to 2015
- Latest recall
- 7 January 2015
- R/2014/160
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Toyota iQ recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
RISK OF FIRE
R/2014/160, launched 7 January 2015, 7,884 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Auris, Corolla, Urban Cruiser, Yaris
Defect: Oil may accumulate in the turbo charger and in certain circumstances flow into the combustion chamber. This may cause engine damage. In extreme cases oil can be ejected from the engine and if it comes in contact with an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Depending vehicle diagnosis modify intercooler layout to improve air flow; upgrade ECU software; upgrade turbo charger and/or vacuum pump
BRAKING EFFICIENCY COULD BE REDUCED
R/2011/066, launched 27 June 2011, 12,167 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to possible contamination within a brake pipe on right-hand drive vehicles foreign material can potential enter the brake master cylinder and cause damage to the brake seals. This can result in a reduction of braking efficiency and increased brake travel.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles where the brake master cylinder and offending brake pipe will be replaced.
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SENSOR MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2010/198, launched 6 December 2010, 12,799 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: If the vehicle is driven over/on certain types of roadside safety side strips (Rumble Strips) it is possible that the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control unit could incorrectly interpret the signal from the sensor. This could result in the need for the driver to apply extra effort into steering the vehicle under some driving conditions.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and either reprogramme the EPS control unit or the replacement of the steering column and control unit.
ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY FAIL TO RETURN TO IDLE
R/2010/010, launched 6 February 2010, 174,426 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Auris, Avensis, Aygo, RAV4, Verso, Yaris
Defect: It has been identified that on affected vehicles condensation resulting from cold-weather use of the heater or other causes may form on the worn surface of a component within the throttle pedal assembly known as the friction device. If this occurs there is a possibility that in the worst case the accelerator pedal may return slowly or does not return to the engine idle position.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have a precision-cut steel reinforcing bar fitted into the accelerator pedal assembly which will create a space in order to reduce the surface tension between the friction device and a component referred to as the pedal arm. The subject bar also strengthens the reaction force of the spring that returns the accelerator pedal to it's non-pressed position.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Toyota iQ, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Toyota dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.