Average Reliability
2010 Toyota Yaris Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Known Issues — 2010 Toyota Yaris
CRITICAL
Takata passenger air bag inflator recalls: the inflator can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin
CRITICAL
Spiral cable flat cable can break and disable the driver air bag
CRITICAL
Power window master switch can overheat and melt (fire risk)
MODERATE
Seat rail springs can break on the driver's seat (all cars) and the front passenger seat (3-door only), so the seat may not lock in position
What to Inspect
- Check the VIN for open Takata inflator recalls and ask for the dealer repair record
- Confirm the air bag light goes out after start-up and ask for proof recall 14V168 was done
- Work all windows from the driver's switch and check for a burnt smell, melted plastic or sticky switches
- Push and pull the driver's seat (and the front passenger seat on a 3-door) and confirm it locks firmly in every position
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open campaign has been repaired
Maintenance costs to expect
| Service | Interval | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | every 5,000 miles or 6 months | $35-$55 |
| Tire rotation | every 5,000 miles or 6 months | $25-$50 |
| Engine air filter | every 30,000 miles or 36 months | $20-$35 |
| Spark plugs | every 120,000 miles or 144 months | $60-$100 |
| Engine coolant | at 100,000 miles or 120 months, then every 50,000 miles or 60 months | $100-$160 |
| Valve clearance inspection | every 60,000 miles or 72 months | $200-$400 |
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