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2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 505 on record.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints2
Combined42 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid recalls 5

Back Over Prevention:warnings:external/pedestrian Alert NHTSA Campaign #26V203000 · manufacturer #26TB08 / 26TA08 · 31/03/2026

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles. The vehicles may fail to make sufficient pedestrian warning sounds when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Fix: Dealers will update the software for the pedestrian warning sounds, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB08 and 26TA08.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Clockspring/spiral Cassette NHTSA Campaign #25V040000 · manufacturer #25TA02/25LA02 · 29/01/2025

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the …

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:solenoid/actuator NHTSA Campaign #24V708000 · manufacturer #24TA11 · 20/09/2024

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid and 2023-2025 Corolla Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the skid control electronic control unit (ECU) may result in a loss of power brake assist when turning a corner.

Fix: Dealers will update the skid control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Additionally, notifications to owners of the Corolla Hybrid vehicles were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numb…

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #24V548000 · manufacturer #24R2 · 23/07/2024

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessor…

Fix: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Clockspring/spiral Cassette NHTSA Campaign #23V480000 · manufacturer #23TA08/ 23LA02 · 12/07/2023

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate…

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2023 Toyota COROLLA CROSS HYBRID SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined42 mpg
City45 mpg
Highway38 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,600
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,000 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$8,000
Fuel only$8,000
Per mile$0.11

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles on record

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2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, forward collision avoidance, visibility.

What is the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid get?

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 42 mpg combined (45 city / 38 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.