Toyota C-HR: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 45,206 Toyota C-HR cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2016 and 2026.
In a sample of 397 cars, 37.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is wipers give insufficient visibility (11.1% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 16 recalls for this model; 3.7% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.2% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 11.1% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 7.6% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 4.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 4% |
| Tyre damaged | 3.8% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 3.5% |
| Reversing light not working (properly) | 2.8% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 1.8% |
| Rear light not working (properly) | 1.3% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault | 1% |
Share of 397 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 5.5% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 1.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 45,206 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 3.7% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.2% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.2% |
| First registered | 2016 to 2026 |
All Toyota C-HR passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-22 | electrical system | – | 442 |
| 2026-02-19 | electrical system | – | 7,871 |
| 2025-08-14 | other | – | 18,050 |
| 2025-01-06 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 165 |
| 2024-04-18 | other | – | 854 |
| 2024-02-12 | other | – | 588 |
| 2023-12-01 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 835 |
| 2023-10-02 | electrical system | – | 6,330 |
| 2022-02-24 | brakes | serious | 9,979 |
| 2021-06-21 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 597 |
| 2020-10-23 | axles, wheels and tyres | – | 0 |
| 2020-04-13 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 252 |
| 2018-10-19 | axles, wheels and tyres | – | 330 |
| 2018-10-18 | electrical system | serious | 8,758 |
| 2017-11-30 | brakes | – | 1,414 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Toyota C-HR fail the APK?
In a sample of 397 cars first registered 2012–2021, 37.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Toyota C-HR?
The most common APK defects are: wipers give insufficient visibility (11.1%), tyre pressure incorrect (7.6%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (4.8%).
Does the Toyota C-HR have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 16 recalls. 3.7% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.