How common are transmission problems on the 2014 Toyota Corolla?

NHTSA lists 26 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2014 Corolla, which is 10% of all 269 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Toyota Corolla transmission?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2014 Corolla.

At what mileage do 2014 Corolla transmission problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 47,000 miles.

Did any 2014 Corolla transmission complaints involve crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and no fires or injuries linked to transmission and powertrain complaints on this model year.

2014 Toyota Corolla Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 26 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2014 Toyota Corolla, 10% of its 269 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 47,000. No related recall is listed for this problem area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 26; 10% of 269
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 47,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the transmission failing to accelerate when the pedal is depressed, sometimes leaving the car unable to move in traffic.
Some describe the transmission locking up or losing power while driving on the highway, with dealers quoting full transmission replacement.
Others report sudden RPM spikes to around 4000 with a loud engine roar, especially at low speeds or downhill under cruise control.
Several owners with the CVT describe jerky shifting, unexpected downshifts to low gear at around 30 mph, and difficulty getting out of low gear.
One owner with a manual transmission reported the clutch wearing out well before 24,000 miles.

When 2014 Toyota Corolla transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 22, 2014, latest Mar 15, 2024.

26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2014 to Mar 2024; peak Jan 2014 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2014 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 common are transmission problems on the 2014 Toyota Corolla?: NHTSA lists 26 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2014 Corolla, which is 10% of all 269 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Toyota Corolla transmission?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2014 Corolla.
At what mileage do 2014 Corolla transmission problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 47,000 miles.
Did any 2014 Corolla transmission complaints involve crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and no fires or injuries linked to transmission and powertrain complaints on this model year.