Toyota Yaris: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 255,717 Toyota Yaris cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1999 and 2026.
In a sample of 400 cars, 60.5% 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 tyre pressure incorrect (15.3% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 30+ recalls for this model; 2.6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.9% 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 |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 15.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 13.5% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 11% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 10.3% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 10% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 8% |
| Tyre damaged | 7.8% |
| Wheel bearing wear/damage audible or noticeable | 7% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 5% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 4.5% |
Share of 400 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 | 11.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 255,717 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 2.6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.9% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1999 to 2026 |
All Toyota Yaris passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-19 | electrical system | – | 7,871 |
| 2025-08-14 | other | – | 18,050 |
| 2023-10-02 | electrical system | – | 6,330 |
| 2023-08-04 | axles, wheels and tyres | serious | 7 |
| 2023-03-13 | other | serious | 40 |
| 2022-10-21 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 2,669 |
| 2022-02-24 | brakes | serious | 9,979 |
| 2021-10-18 | other | serious | 7,134 |
| 2021-05-31 | electrical system | – | 6,225 |
| 2020-12-21 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1,499 |
| 2020-09-22 | lights | – | 32 |
| 2020-05-28 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 0 |
| 2020-05-15 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 8,922 |
| 2020-03-04 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 56 |
| 2020-02-05 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 7 |
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 Yaris fail the APK?
In a sample of 400 cars first registered 2012–2021, 60.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Toyota Yaris?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (15.3%), wipers give insufficient visibility (13.5%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (11%).
Does the Toyota Yaris have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 30 recalls. 2.6% 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.