What is the most common problem with Toyota iQ? Is it the engine, transmissions, electronics, suspension or reliability? Owner experience in our forum, or the number of recalls involving specific car parts, may provide the answer.
Recent Toyota iQ Problems
TOYOTA iQ – RISK OF FIRE
TOYOTA iQ ( 28/10/2008 – 27/09/2010) DEFECT: Oil may accumulate in the turbo charger and in certain circumstances flow into the combustion chamber. This may cause engine damage. In extreme cases oil can be ejected from the engine and if it comes in contact with an ignition source may result in a fire.
TOYOTA iQ – BRAKING EFFICIENCY COULD BE REDUCED
TOYOTA iQ ( 30/10/2008 – 19/05/2010) DEFECT: Due to possible contamination within a brake pipe on right-hand drive vehicles foreign material can potential enter the brake master cylinder and cause damage to the brake seals. This can result in a reduction of braking efficiency and increased brake travel.
TOYOTA iQ – ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SENSOR MAY MALFUNCTION
TOYOTA iQ ( 22/01/2009 – 29/01/2009) DEFECT: If the vehicle is driven over/on certain types of roadside safety side strips (Rumble Strips) it is possible that the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control unit could incorrectly interpret the signal from the sensor. This could result in the need for the driver to apply extra effort into … Read more
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Latest EU Rapex Toyota iQ Problems
- Toyota iQ (2008 – 2014)on 06/12/2014
Due to insufficient air flow efficiency in the intake system, oil may accumulate in the intercooler. Under certain driving conditions, the oil may flow into […]
Currently 7104 Recalls