NHTSA Recall 18V901000: Torque converter (power train)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,424 vehicles. It affects 2019 Toyota Corolla.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V901000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | J17 / J07 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › TORQUE CONVERTER |
| Report received | December 19, 2018 |
| Owner notification | April 22, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback vehicles equipped with Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVT). The pump impeller blades within the torque converter may detach, especially when driven under high load, potentially causing a vehicle stall.
Safety risk
A vehicle stall, especially when driving a high rate of speed, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will replace the CVT and torque converter, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J17/J07.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V901000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.