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SilverBack · 02-20-2009, 01:32 AM

Mine's been through more than 13K miles and the only problem is the driver doesn't know how to follow the speed limit

specialeducator · 02-20-2009, 06:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by k r a y z e e . j o j o

Mine's been through more than 13K miles and the only problem is the driver doesn't know how to follow the speed limit

Good luck getting warranty service!

eric81 · 02-20-2009, 05:38 PM

Almost at 10,000 miles on my 08. My battery goes dead after just 4 to 5 days of sitting. When the car is first started, the gears are hard to get in and out of. The Air/ fuel mixture sensor on the header was cross-threaded. Problem with the sparks being all burned out after problem with the A/F mixture sensor. Headlights were too dim until I replaced the bulbs with ultra whites. Tires are cheap and slide a LOT!!! Extended warranty does cover all work though, so don't let them nickel and dime you, like they tried to do to me. A/C takes up a LOT of engine power while engaged. I always seem to experience a lot of wait time when it comes to oil changes and stuff on my car.

id3379 · 02-23-2009, 02:35 PM

10,000k no problems here.

YarisSedan · 02-23-2009, 04:03 PM

My unlock key only unlocks the drivers door when it feels like it. And then sometimes triggers the alarm. And alarm likes to go off when im driving sometimes too. Depends on how the car feels. I think its trying to keep me from getting in and then when im in its trying to tell me to get out.

fayettebr · 04-03-2009, 12:54 AM

25,000 miles, plain jane '07 5 speed hatchback. Only problem is the stinky A/C that the warrenty covers. Will get it repaired next week. My wifes car, she loves it. I hate the clutch. 1st gear should be geared lower IMO. Gtreat little car, plan to run it till the wheels fall off. I've used Moile 1 oil and am pleased.

Kal-El · 04-04-2009, 08:30 PM

Just about to turn 50,000 miles. Not a single problem!

This is the most trouble free car I've seen (I work at a dealer and have first hand experience with hundreds of cars and how they've stacked up).

The Yaris trumps even the Corolla in trouble free operation (at least the last gen).

Idahotom · 06-28-2013, 12:12 AM

I feel the same way about the clutch, other then that zero issue with my '08 I bought used 15 K ago. 78k on it now.

If I have the radio blaring, I often stall it, a loud radio and wearing big steel toed boots and that clutch is not a good combination. A small price to pay for everything else I love about it. I just need to pay a bit more attention starting off then other rigs is all.

edmscan · 06-28-2013, 01:46 AM

I too hate the clutch on my Yaris. Have stalled it a few times, but I am getting more used to it after a year of ownership. Rarely happens these days, but still a pain. Never had problems on my Honda's, or previous Toyota Tercel.

As far as the Yaris reliability:

- Water pump replaced by previous owner under warranty. (mileage unknown)
- New tires all around at 163,000 km.
- ABS Sensor Problem repaired (both sides) under warranty at 172,000 km
- OEM battery replaced at 173,000 km. Not too bad after 6.5 years.

nookandcrannycar · 06-28-2013, 03:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Idahotom

I feel the same way about the clutch, other then that zero issue with my '08 I bought used 15 K ago. 78k on it now.

If I have the radio blaring, I often stall it, a loud radio and wearing big steel toed boots and that clutch is not a good combination. A small price to pay for everything else I love about it. I just need to pay a bit more attention starting off then other rigs is all.

I've noticed the same thing with a different type of boot. While working in my yard, I've found the best way to keep fire ants away from my feet (at any time of the year) is to wear two pairs of socks and then put on these high calf cut rain boots that I got at Wal-Mart for 5 or 6 bucks. Sometimes I'll need to go to Lowes or Home Depot in the middle of what i'm doing and I find that the loud radio, the clutch, and those rain boots are not a good combination.

Lafiro · 04-05-2009, 11:12 PM

Im at about 50k miles, no problems, haven't even changed my brakes pads/rotors yet.... and I abuse them...

is this normal.

eric81 · 04-21-2009, 12:08 AM

Only problems I had was when I replaced the header, and the stock A/F sensor was cross threaded, and I bought a replacement sensor from a place that didn't really know what the part was. Then the plugs went bad, and I had to replace the sensor AND the plugs. But now the car runs smooth, quick, and is very nice sounding.

mkaresh · 05-12-2009, 01:29 PM

159 Yarii signed up so far. A very good start considering it was only introduced to the U.S. market a few years ago. But more remain needed so we can provide everyone with the best possible information on these cars.

Especially need 2009s.

For the details, and to sign up:

Car reliability research

mkaresh · 06-15-2009, 03:15 PM

We have updated results for the Yaris to include owner experiences through March. In terms of successful repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2008: 6

2007: 18

Both are very low, and much better than average.

A big thanks to everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates in August and November. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years. Especially need more 2009s.

Toyota Yaris reliability comparisons

STANGER45 · 06-27-2009, 02:17 PM

Do you people even drive your Yaris!? lol purchased my Yaris in mar 07, have 60119mi on it as of last night! woohoo! trouble free Change the oil every 3k +or- 200mi my car rocks, just wish it got better fuel mi. avg 35mpg. ugh~!

Http://sniperfp10.googlepages.com

AlexNet0 · 06-27-2009, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STANGER45

Do you people even drive your Yaris!? lol purchased my Yaris in mar 07, have 60119mi on it as of last night! woohoo! trouble free Change the oil every 3k +or- 200mi my car rocks, just wish it got better fuel mi. avg 35mpg. ugh~!

Http://sniperfp10.googlepages.com

I purchased mine may 07 and have 66k and some change on it.

no problems at all

scape · 06-27-2009, 03:07 PM

I change the oil every 4-4500, I think the manual is at 5k for an oil change. no problems here yet either- 20k on a 2007. and yes, I have almost-stalled like 5 times, especially at the beginning, and thought the car shut off. now I look straight at the dashboard for evidence-- I tried turning it on once it was already on, unbeknownst to me......UGHHHHHHHH haha, damn car is so quiet at idle, lol whoops

Phaeton · 06-28-2009, 12:09 AM

I got mine in April of 07, 55k trouble free miles so far.

02-20-2009, 01:32 AM	#1
SilverBack Joey View User's Garage Drives: '14 Scion xD 5-speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: El Monte, Ca Posts: 3,529	Mine's been through more than 13K miles and the only problem is the driver doesn't know how to follow the speed limit __________________ Formerly owned Met-Met. '07 Yaris LB 5-speed. A forum post should be like a skirt: Long enough to cover the subject but short enough to keep things interesting. "I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem." -Hank Hill

05-12-2009, 01:29 PM	#13
mkaresh Drives: Mazda Protege5 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 88	159 Yarii signed up so far. A very good start considering it was only introduced to the U.S. market a few years ago. But more remain needed so we can provide everyone with the best possible information on these cars. Especially need 2009s. For the details, and to sign up: Car reliability research __________________ truedelta.com Vehicle reliability, fuel economy, price comparisons

06-15-2009, 03:15 PM	#14
mkaresh Drives: Mazda Protege5 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 88	We have updated results for the Yaris to include owner experiences through March. In terms of successful repair trips per 100 cars per year: 2008: 6 2007: 18 Both are very low, and much better than average. A big thanks to everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates in August and November. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years. Especially need more 2009s. Toyota Yaris reliability comparisons __________________ truedelta.com Vehicle reliability, fuel economy, price comparisons

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eric81 View User's Garage Drives: Toyota Salesman Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Clarksville, IN Posts: 297	Almost at 10,000 miles on my 08. My battery goes dead after just 4 to 5 days of sitting. When the car is first started, the gears are hard to get in and out of. The Air/ fuel mixture sensor on the header was cross-threaded. Problem with the sparks being all burned out after problem with the A/F mixture sensor. Headlights were too dim until I replaced the bulbs with ultra whites. Tires are cheap and slide a LOT!!! Extended warranty does cover all work though, so don't let them nickel and dime you, like they tried to do to me. A/C takes up a LOT of engine power while engaged. I always seem to experience a lot of wait time when it comes to oil changes and stuff on my car.

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YarisSedan Drives: 08 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: California - Bay Area Posts: 2,773	My unlock key only unlocks the drivers door when it feels like it. And then sometimes triggers the alarm. And alarm likes to go off when im driving sometimes too. Depends on how the car feels. I think its trying to keep me from getting in and then when im in its trying to tell me to get out.

04-03-2009, 12:54 AM	#6
fayettebr I've made a post! Drives: 2007 2dr. 5speed Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: fayette alabama Posts: 1	25,000 miles, plain jane '07 5 speed hatchback. Only problem is the stinky A/C that the warrenty covers. Will get it repaired next week. My wifes car, she loves it. I hate the clutch. 1st gear should be geared lower IMO. Gtreat little car, plan to run it till the wheels fall off. I've used Moile 1 oil and am pleased.

04-04-2009, 08:30 PM	#7
Kal-El Drives: 07 Yaris S Sedan 5-Speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 2,179	Just about to turn 50,000 miles. Not a single problem! This is the most trouble free car I've seen (I work at a dealer and have first hand experience with hundreds of cars and how they've stacked up). The Yaris trumps even the Corolla in trouble free operation (at least the last gen).

06-28-2013, 12:12 AM	#8
Idahotom Drives: 2008 5 sp. LB Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Idahoi Posts: 268	I feel the same way about the clutch, other then that zero issue with my '08 I bought used 15 K ago. 78k on it now. If I have the radio blaring, I often stall it, a loud radio and wearing big steel toed boots and that clutch is not a good combination. A small price to pay for everything else I love about it. I just need to pay a bit more attention starting off then other rigs is all.

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edmscan Drives: 2020 Corolla Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 549	I too hate the clutch on my Yaris. Have stalled it a few times, but I am getting more used to it after a year of ownership. Rarely happens these days, but still a pain. Never had problems on my Honda's, or previous Toyota Tercel. As far as the Yaris reliability: - Water pump replaced by previous owner under warranty. (mileage unknown) - New tires all around at 163,000 km. - ABS Sensor Problem repaired (both sides) under warranty at 172,000 km - OEM battery replaced at 173,000 km. Not too bad after 6.5 years.

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Lafiro Drives: 06 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 694	Im at about 50k miles, no problems, haven't even changed my brakes pads/rotors yet.... and I abuse them... is this normal.

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STANGER45 Drives: YARIS Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: CHANHASSEN MN Posts: 7	Do you people even drive your Yaris!? lol purchased my Yaris in mar 07, have 60119mi on it as of last night! woohoo! trouble free Change the oil every 3k +or- 200mi my car rocks, just wish it got better fuel mi. avg 35mpg. ugh~! Http://sniperfp10.googlepages.com

06-27-2009, 03:07 PM	#17
scape View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Beaufort, South Carolina Posts: 388	I change the oil every 4-4500, I think the manual is at 5k for an oil change. no problems here yet either- 20k on a 2007. and yes, I have almost-stalled like 5 times, especially at the beginning, and thought the car shut off. now I look straight at the dashboard for evidence-- I tried turning it on once it was already on, unbeknownst to me......UGHHHHHHHH haha, damn car is so quiet at idle, lol whoops

06-28-2009, 12:09 AM	#18
Phaeton View User's Garage Drives: Blazing Blue Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Port Angeles, Wa Posts: 385	I got mine in April of 07, 55k trouble free miles so far.