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2011 Toyota Corolla repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (16%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 25 repairs.
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2011 Toyota Corolla repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Toyota Corolla

Engine not specified

Toyota Corolla in Nova Scotia, Canada
Jul 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011

26040 mi
Engine light came on and at same time car was noisy and gear changes not smooth. Brought car to dealership and told there had been a transmission problem leading to a recall that we weren't aware of. Problem fixed the same day, no charge. 

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2011 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 124hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

Toyota Corolla in Czech Republic
Oct 2013 - Dec 2015
Jul 2015

53200 mi
Battery 

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2011 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Toyota Corolla in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2013

45880 mi

C $150
The battery had to be replaced as it would not hold a charge. Service manager thought it might be because some plate was shorting out. 
Feb 2014

55140 mi

C $35
Had a rattle under car. Turned out to be the heatshield. Rusted out around screws. Dealer refastened with large washers and new screws. 
Toyota Corolla in Nova Scotia, Canada
May 2015 - Jun 2022
Sep 2021

96720 mi

C $40
replace starter 200.00and install 40.00 dollars. copper wire coroded due to road salt. starter failed copper wire corroded by salt. 

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2011 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Toyota Corolla in West Virginia, United States
Oct 2015 - Dec 2021
Sep 2017

83000 mi

US $100
Replaced battery 
Toyota Corolla in Indiana, United States
May 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2017

73000 mi

US $300
Replaced brake pads 
Toyota Corolla in Massachusetts, United States
Sep 2016 - Oct 2017
May 2017

70000 mi

US $700
brakes replaced 
Toyota Corolla in Georgia, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2018
Jan 2017

33500 mi

US $900
had to replace battery and battery terminals rattle inside at 70 mph or higher 
Toyota Corolla in Alaska, United States
Aug 2011 - Jun 2022
Oct 2011

1200 mi
Odd transmission shifting (possibly fuel cutoff). Hardly noticeable but found TSB that described the issue perfectly, asked to have it applied. 
Toyota Corolla in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2011 - Jan 2012
Nov 2011 Computer recalibrated to correct slight engine surging while driving. 
Toyota Corolla in Texas, United States
Apr 2011 - Sep 2021
Jan 2014

10700 mi

US $16
Three attempts made to start car, engine turned over but would not start. Shop ran diagnostic and did not find a problem. Cleaned fuel system. Items broken, but not worth the cost of repair: the driver's foot rest came loose from the mount, the passenger's sun shade mounting bracket broke, the center console storage door broke, and the passenger's door guard has come loose. Replaced car antenna. Rusted out. 
Jun 2016

64364 mi

US $125
Replaced battery 
Jul 2016

64400 mi

US $149
Replaced rear window tinting due to bubbling. 
Feb 2017

72800 mi

US $1311
Remove and replaced lower control arms and CV joints. 
Apr 2017

74000 mi

US $190
Standard brake service on front brakes. 
Nov 2017

81000 mi

US $1307
Shock and strut replacement. That the old ones were worn was noticeable in the handling. 
Jun 2021

138000 mi

US $207
Replace fuel injectors and flushed fuel tank Engine warning lights, replaced radiator and coolant hoses. Brought back into a different shop to tighten hose. 
Toyota Corolla in Colorado, United States
Sep 2014 - Sep 2017
Apr 2015

24700 mi
Ticking sound under acceleration. Dealer replaced both VVT cam gears. Problem fixed. 
May 2017

64000 mi
Clicking sound from front pads....back brakes had thumping noise. Dealer said nothing they can do (bull) and wait till the pads need to be replaced. 

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2011 Toyota Corolla Repair Histories

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