How many transmission complaints does the 2010 Toyota Corolla have?

NHTSA lists 49 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Corolla, which is 4% of the 1,225 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2010 Toyota Corolla?

The data provided shows no related recall listed for the Transmission & Powertrain component on the 2010 Corolla.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2010 Corolla?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2010 Corolla is 30,000 miles.

Did the 2010 Corolla's transmission problems cause any crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this component area shows 9 crashes and 2 injuries reported, with 0 fires, out of the 49 complaints filed.

Is the transmission problem rate higher for the 2010 Corolla than other years?

The 2010 Corolla's 49 complaints (4% share) is higher in raw count than most nearby years, though its 4% share is lower than years like 2019 (27%) and 2015 (14%) which had smaller total complaint bases.

2010 Toyota Corolla Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 49 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Toyota Corolla, 4% of that year's 1,225 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 30,000. No related recall is listed for this component in the data provided.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 49; 4% of 1,225
Crashes reported: 9
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 30,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle rolling or lurching forward/backward on its own while parked or idling, in some cases crashing into trees, buildings, or parked cars.
Several drivers describe sudden unintended acceleration while moving at low speed, such as in parking lots, leading to collisions.
One owner reported the transmission shifting into two gears simultaneously at highway speed, causing the fluid to overheat and boil onto the exhaust pipe.
A manual-transmission owner described harsh shaking and clunking when shifting into reverse starting almost immediately after purchase.
Some reports mention the vehicle continuing to move or accelerate even after the brake pedal was applied.

When 2010 Toyota Corolla transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 26, 2010, latest Jun 2, 2026.

49 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2010 to Jun 2026; peak Mar 2010 (5).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2010 Toyota Corolla

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Corolla model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201049 (4%)
201118 (3%)
20128 (2%)
20139 (4%)
201426 (10%)
201530 (14%)
201622 (10%)
201715 (8%)
201812 (9%)
201954 (27%)
202039 (13%)
202119 (10%)
202217 (17%)
20236 (8%)
20248 (13%)
20252 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2010 Toyota Corolla have?: NHTSA lists 49 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Corolla, which is 4% of the 1,225 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2010 Toyota Corolla?: The data provided shows no related recall listed for the Transmission & Powertrain component on the 2010 Corolla.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2010 Corolla?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2010 Corolla is 30,000 miles.
Did the 2010 Corolla's transmission problems cause any crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this component area shows 9 crashes and 2 injuries reported, with 0 fires, out of the 49 complaints filed.
Is the transmission problem rate higher for the 2010 Corolla than other years?: The 2010 Corolla's 49 complaints (4% share) is higher in raw count than most nearby years, though its 4% share is lower than years like 2019 (27%) and 2015 (14%) which had smaller total complaint bases.