1997 Toyota Corolla Seats Problems
2 owner-reported seats complaints from NHTSA data
2
Complaints
1
Crashes
Mar 2010 – Apr 1998
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (2)
criticalSEATS
CrashFiled: Mar 2010
While driving at 45 mph, your shoe heel became stuck in the front driver's seat recline lever, preventing you from braking. This caused a crash with another vehicle that resulted in two injuries and total vehicle loss. The seat recline mechanism may need to be inspected or replaced to prevent the lever from catching footwear.
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NHTSA #: 10322097
mediumSEATS
Filed: Apr 1998
SEAT BACK COLLAPSED DURING IMPACT CAUSING BACK AND NECK INJURY TO CONSUMER.
NHTSA #: 533511
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