Toyota Urban Cruiser: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 3,673 Toyota Urban Cruiser cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2009 and 2026.
In a sample of 107 cars, 70.1% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (15% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 5 recalls for this model; 1.3% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.8% 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 |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 15% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 14% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 11.2% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 10.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 10.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 6.5% |
| Dipped beam cut-off unclear | 6.5% |
| Reflector defective | 5.6% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 5.6% |
| Dipped beam pattern incorrect | 4.7% |
Share of 107 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 | 11.2% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 8.4% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 3,673 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 1.3% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.8% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2009 to 2026 |
All Toyota Urban Cruiser passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-04-13 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 252 |
| 2016-04-06 | electrical system | – | 27,458 |
| 2015-02-23 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 430 |
| 2014-06-24 | seats | serious | 2,882 |
| 2014-06-24 | steering | serious | 23,235 |
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 Urban Cruiser fail the APK?
In a sample of 107 cars first registered 2012–2021, 70.1% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (15%), position light not working (properly) (14%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (11.2%).
Does the Toyota Urban Cruiser have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 5 recalls. 1.3% 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.