KNOWN FAULTS · Toyota
Known faults for the Toyota Auris (II).
2012–2018 · Petrol / Hybrid / Diesel
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14 known faults with sources
Engines: 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6 (Petrol)
Applies if: Only the 1.33 Dual VVT-i (1NR-FE).
Oil consumption on the 1.33 Dual VVT-i (1NR-FE)Engine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.33 Dual VVT-i (1NR-FE): Yaris, iQ, Urban Cruiser, Auris and Verso-S
- Period mentioned
- Approx. 2008–2013
- Symptoms
- The oil level drops between services (more than half a litre per 1,000 km and up to a litre or more), usually from 150,000–200,000 km; bluish smoke.
- Possible cause described
- Owner forums blame low-friction piston rings that do not scrape the oil well; the fix was revised pistons and rings. The German Yaris II guide says it was only fully fixed in the next model.
- Check for the garage
- Check the history for oil top-ups or replaced pistons; measure consumption between two changes and check the spark plugs.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
Gebrauchtwagenberater: Toyota 1.33 1NR-FE, typical problemsGebrauchtwagenberater: Toyota Yaris II (XP9), typical problemsToyota Owners Club (forum): was the 1.33 1NR-FE oil usage issue fixed after 2013?
View full entryEngines: 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6 (Petrol)
Ignition coils and carbon on the 1.2 turbo (8NR-FTS)Engine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.2 turbo petrol (8NR-FTS): Auris, C-HR and Corolla
- Period mentioned
- 2015–2022
- Symptoms
- Poor acceleration and strong jerking, misfires and limp mode; at high mileage, loss of power and higher consumption from carbon on injectors, valves and intake.
- Possible cause described
- The coils fitted up to mid-2018 have a suspected manufacturing defect; Toyota usually replaces them as goodwill. Direct injection encourages carbon build-up.
- Check for the garage
- Read misfire codes and check the coil date; ask for a goodwill replacement; clean the intake if there are deposits.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6 (Petrol) · 1.8 Hybrid (Hybrid) · 1.4 D-4D (Diesel) · 1.6 / 2.0 D-4D (Diesel)
Applies if: Weak points of this model from inspections, breakdown statistics and recalls; anything specific to one engine is stated in the sheet.
Clutch, rear brakes and tail lights on the Auris IIKnown weak points
- Engine / equipment
- Toyota Auris II (petrol, hybrid and diesel)
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- A manual clutch that wears quickly, rear discs rusted by little use of the rear brake and tail lights with water droplets; on hybrids, the battery and voltage converter should be checked before buying.
- Possible cause described
- Points collected by the German guide; it cites no recalls for this generation.
- Check for the garage
- Test the clutch; check rear discs and tail lights; on hybrids, read the battery condition.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6 (Petrol)
Toyota Auris (II) 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6: known faults of the engine according to L'argusEngine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6 in the Toyota Auris (II)
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- Engine scraping noise (up to 07/11/2013); Timing chain noise when cold; [1.2 T] Loss of power and engine hesitation
- Possible cause described
- According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Engine scraping noise (up to 07/11/2013): Oil jet, pistons…. 2) Timing chain noise when cold: Tensioner and chain. 3) [1.2 T] Loss of power and engine hesitation: Reprogramming (up to 03/03/2017) and ignition coils (up to 12/04/2018).
- Check for the garage
- Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6 (Petrol) · 1.8 Hybrid (Hybrid) · 1.4 D-4D (Diesel) · 1.6 / 2.0 D-4D (Diesel)
Toyota Auris (II): known faults of the gearbox and transmission according to L'argusGearbox
- Engine / equipment
- Toyota Auris (II), all engines
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- 6-speed manual gearbox noise (up to 01/09/2013); Clutch squeak on the 1.6 VVT-i (up to March 2014); Hard to engage 1st (6-speed manual)
- Possible cause described
- According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) 6-speed manual gearbox noise (up to 01/09/2013): Differential, output shaft and input shaft bearing. 2) Clutch squeak on the 1.6 VVT-i (up to March 2014): Clutch disc and pressure plate. 3) Hard to engage 1st (6-speed manual): Gear and clutch.
- Check for the garage
- Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6 (Petrol) · 1.8 Hybrid (Hybrid) · 1.4 D-4D (Diesel) · 1.6 / 2.0 D-4D (Diesel)
Toyota Auris (II): known faults of the chassis, steering and brakes according to L'argusSuspension and steering
- Engine / equipment
- Toyota Auris (II), all engines
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- Knocks from the front axle (up to February 2015); Rear axle noise (up to October 2016)
- Possible cause described
- According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Knocks from the front axle (up to February 2015): Suspension mount. 2) Rear axle noise (up to October 2016): Axle, discs and pads.
- Check for the garage
- Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6 (Petrol) · 1.8 Hybrid (Hybrid) · 1.4 D-4D (Diesel) · 1.6 / 2.0 D-4D (Diesel)
Toyota Auris (II): known faults of the electronics and interior according to L'argusElectrical and electronic systems
- Engine / equipment
- Toyota Auris (II), all engines
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- Ignition key hard to turn (up to 22/01/2016)
- Possible cause described
- According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Ignition key hard to turn (up to 22/01/2016): Ignition switch to be replaced.
- Check for the garage
- Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.8 Hybrid (Hybrid)
Applies if: The documented cases are 2010–2015 cars.
Clogged EGR and head gasket on the 1.8 hybrid (2ZR-FXE)Engine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.8 hybrid (2ZR-FXE): Prius III, Prius+ and Auris hybrid
- Period mentioned
- Approx. 2010–2015
- Symptoms
- Knocking or rattling on cold start, misfires (P0301–P0304), coolant loss and, eventually, a damaged head gasket.
- Possible cause described
- The EGR cooler and passages clog with soot; uneven gas distribution causes knock and misfires that end up damaging the head gasket. Toyota issued a technical bulletin (T-SB-0116-15) for the 2010–2015 Prius.
- Check for the garage
- Read the misfire codes, watch the coolant level and clean the EGR cooler, valve and manifold preventively; if coolant is lost with no visible leak, run a combustion-gas test.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.8 Hybrid (Hybrid)
Applies if: The Toyota USA bulletin does not list this model, but its hybrid battery is also cooled with cabin air through a filter.
Clogged hybrid battery cooling fan and filterHigh-voltage battery
- Engine / equipment
- Hybrid battery cooled with cabin air (intake next to the rear seat): Prius, Yaris, Auris, Corolla, C-HR, RAV4, Camry and others
- Period mentioned
- 2003 onwards
- Symptoms
- Hybrid battery cooling maintenance message, warning light with codes P0A80 or P0A7F, a noisy fan and less electric assistance; if ignored, the battery ages faster.
- Possible cause described
- Dust, pet hair or dirt block the filter and fan that cool the battery; so do objects covering the intake. Toyota USA issued bulletin T-SB-0074-20 (2003–2020 Prius and Camry, Corolla, Highlander, RAV4 and Mirai hybrids up to 2020) and recommends cleaning the filter every 5,000 miles (about 8,000 km).
- Check for the garage
- Clean or replace the filter and clean the fan before condemning the battery; keep the intake grille clear. At the garage, read the codes and, if needed, install the software Toyota specifies.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
Toyota technical bulletin T-SB-0074-20 (NHTSA): P0A80/P0A7F due to dust in the battery cooling fan and filterToyota tech tip T-TT-0432-17 (NHTSA): HV battery cooling filter maintenanceTustin Toyota: how often to inspect the hybrid battery air filter
View full entryEngines: 1.8 Hybrid (Hybrid)
Toyota Auris (II) 1.8 Hybrid: known faults of the engine according to L'argusEngine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.8 Hybrid in the Toyota Auris (II)
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- Excessive oil consumption in heavy city use (up to 07/11/2013); Battery overheating (heavy city use) (up to March 2014)
- Possible cause described
- According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Excessive oil consumption in heavy city use (up to 07/11/2013): Piston rings and pistons. 2) Battery overheating (heavy city use) (up to March 2014): Battery cooling fan cleaning.
- Check for the garage
- Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.4 D-4D (Diesel)
Injectors, dual-mass flywheel and oil consumption on the 1.4 D-4D (1ND-TV)Injection / turbo
- Engine / equipment
- 1.4 D-4D (1ND-TV): Yaris, Yaris Verso, iQ, Urban Cruiser, Corolla, Auris and Verso-S
- Period mentioned
- Approx. 2001–2018
- Symptoms
- Hard starting, rough idle, smoke and loss of power; noise or vibration from the flywheel when starting and releasing the clutch; oil consumption.
- Possible cause described
- Soot builds up in the injectors and EGR valve, especially with many short trips. The dual-mass flywheel wears and, in the worst case, damages the gearbox. Failures of the rail pressure regulator and oil consumption through the turbo or crankcase ventilation are also reported.
- Check for the garage
- Read the codes, run an injector back-leak test and check the EGR. Listen to the flywheel at idle with the clutch released. Measure oil consumption.
- Cost cited in the source
- Approx. €1,000–1,600 for dual-mass flywheel and clutch (German guide).A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
Gebrauchtwagenberater: Toyota Yaris II (XP9), typical problemsGebrauchtwagenberater: Toyota Yaris I (XP1), typical problemsMyMotorList: Toyota 1ND-TV engine
View full entryEngines: 1.4 D-4D (Diesel)
Toyota Auris (II) 1.4 D-4D: known faults of the engine according to L'argusEngine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.4 D-4D in the Toyota Auris (II)
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- Noisy accessory belt; Engine warning light on (up to July 2014); Oil level rises and the particulate filter clogs; Engine warning light on (up to May 2018); Abnormal oil consumption (over 0.5 l per 1,000 km) until the end of production; [1.4 D-4D/2.0 D-4D] Loss of power (up to March 2015 on the 2.0 or May 2015 on the 1.4); Oil leak (up to February 2016)
- Possible cause described
- According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Noisy accessory belt: Belt to be replaced. 2) Engine warning light on (up to July 2014): Oil level sensor. 3) Oil level rises and the particulate filter clogs: Engine, injectors and particulate filter. 4) Engine warning light on (up to May 2018): EGR valve. 5) Abnormal oil consumption (over 0.5 l per 1,000 km) until the end of production: Engine to be replaced. 6) [1.4 D-4D/2.0 D-4D] Loss of power (up to March 2015 on the 2.0 or May 2015 on the 1.4): Injectors. 7) Oil leak (up to February 2016): Reseal the rocker cover.
- Check for the garage
- Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines: 1.6 / 2.0 D-4D (Diesel)
Applies if: Same 2.0 D-4D (1AD) and BMW-sourced 1.6 D-4D as the Verso and Avensis III; the guide and campaign cited cover those models: confirm by VIN.
Head gasket, cracks and EGR on the Verso and Avensis III dieselsEngine
- Engine / equipment
- 2.0 D-4D (1AD), 2.2 D-4D and D-CAT (2AD) and the BMW-sourced 1.6 D-4D: Toyota Verso and Avensis III
- Period mentioned
- 2009–2018
- Symptoms
- Coolant loss, overheating or white smoke (gasket or head); on the 1.6 D-4D, hesitation, loss of power or the engine stopping.
- Possible cause described
- The German guide lists head-gasket failures on the 2.0 D-4D and hairline cracks in the head of the 2.2 D-4D and D-CAT, plus the D-CAT fifth injector; Toyota ran a service campaign and the failures were solved by late 2011. On the 1.6 D-4D built from January 2014 to January 2015, EGR condensation could reach the throttle body (recall).
- Check for the garage
- Combustion-gas test on the coolant and check oil consumption; ask Toyota by VIN whether the campaign was done. On the 1.6 D-4D, check the EGR recall.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
Gebrauchtwagenberater: Toyota Verso, typical problemsGebrauchtwagenberater: trouble with Mazda and Toyota diesels
View full entryEngines: 1.6 / 2.0 D-4D (Diesel)
Toyota Auris (II) 1.6 / 2.0 D-4D: known faults of the engine according to L'argusEngine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.6 / 2.0 D-4D in the Toyota Auris (II)
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- Loss of power; Engine noise; [2.0 D-4D (Toyota)] Engine knocking; [2.0 D-4D (Toyota)] Excessive oil consumption (up to chassis SB1ZF3JE30E006125); [1.4 D-4D/2.0 D-4D] Loss of power (up to March 2015 on the 2.0 or May 2015 on the 1.4)
- Possible cause described
- According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Loss of power: EGR valve or timing chain (up to November 2016). 2) Engine noise: Crankshaft pulley. 3) [2.0 D-4D (Toyota)] Engine knocking: Injectors. 4) [2.0 D-4D (Toyota)] Excessive oil consumption (up to chassis SB1ZF3JE30E006125): Piston rings and pistons. 5) [1.4 D-4D/2.0 D-4D] Loss of power (up to March 2015 on the 2.0 or May 2015 on the 1.4): Injectors.
- Check for the garage
- Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines for this model
- 1.2 T / 1.33 / 1.6Petrol
- 1.8 HybridHybrid
- 1.4 D-4DDiesel
- 1.6 / 2.0 D-4DDiesel