2019 Toyota C-HR problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
107 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
49,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2019 model year. Data snapshot: . 15 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Power Train is the most frequently named component, appearing in 57 of 107 complaints (53.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 74 | 69.2% |
| Braking behavior | 8 | 7.5% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 6 | 5.6% |
| Steering behavior | 2 | 1.9% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 0.9% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 0.9% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 57 |
| Unknown Or Other | 33 |
| Engine | 9 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
Power Train: 57; Unknown Or Other: 33; Engine: 9; Electrical System: 6; Visibility/Wiper: 5; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 4; Service Brakes: 4; Vehicle Speed Control: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 5 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 3 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 2 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 3 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 5; 25,000 to 49,999: 3; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 2; 100,000 to 149,999: 3; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (5). 92 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 33 |
| 2026 | 39 |
2018: 1; 2020: 5; 2021: 6; 2022: 7; 2023: 7; 2024: 9; 2025: 33; 2026: 39
Pattern summary
Power Train leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 74 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 8 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 6 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11542761 · 2023-09-05 (September 5, 2023)
Noise. Rumbling transmission issue. Potential injuries
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11542761 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11543883 · 2023-09-11 (September 11, 2023)
There is so many customers that is having the same problem with the replacement of transmission at only at 38,000 miles there has to be an issues with the Toyota CHR my car now is make the same humming noise it started out low and now it’s very loud only for find it need a new transmission. It needs to be recalled by Toyota my car needs work right now!!!!!! I paid 162.00 thinking the transmission need to be changed and it still made the same noise when done.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11543883 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11361614 · 2020-09-28 (September 28, 2020)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2019 TOYOTA C-HR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING EAST BOUND, SAW A VEHICLE TRAVELING SOUTH BOUND FROM A STOP. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER DOOR OF THE OTHER VEHICLE, JUMPED A CURB AND KEPT GOING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE ASSIST DID NOT WORK AND EVEN THOUGH HER FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP, AND HEADED TO A LIGHT POLE. THE CONTACT STEERED TO THE LEFT TO AVOID THE POLE AND CRASHED INTO A BUILDING HEAD ON. THERE WAS NO WARNING. ALL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT SUSTAIN…
Owner-reported narrative. 8,322 miles reported. Look up ODI 11361614 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11388826 · 2021-01-19 (January 19, 2021)
1- OCCASSION #1 I MADE A SLOW RIGHT TURN INTO A PARKING SPACE AT WALGREENS. I PRESSED THE BRAKE, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED FORWARD, JUMPED THE CURB AND WAS STOPPED BY A FENCE ABOUT 4 FEET IN FRONT OF THE CURB. NO HARM DONE. 2- I MADE A SLOW RIGHT TURN INTO A PARKING SPACE AT SONIC, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, THE CAR JUMPED THE CURB, CONTINUED FORWARD AND STARTED DOWNWARD INTO A RETENTION POND (EMPTY, NO WATER) I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR AFTER I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE PEDAL AND IT BEGAN TO WORK NORMALLY. MY CAR SC…
Owner-reported narrative. 49,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11388826 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11375388 · 2020-11-19 (November 19, 2020)
STARTED MY CAR AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON CAR SAID TO BRING TO DEALER. WHEN I WAS BRINGING MY CAR TO THE DEALER SUDDENLY MY WHOLE DASH LIT UP AND MY CAR STARTED TO DRIVE STRANGE. THE DEALER THOUGHT IT WAS MY GAS CAP, BUT I MADE THEM CHECK MY CAR AND IT WAS RODENT DAMAGE TO THE WIRES. THEY SAID THIS IS COMMON SINCE CHANGING TO SOY BASED WIRING SINCE IT SEEMS TO ATTRACT ANIMALS, BUT IT IS NOT A WARRANTY ITEM OR RECALL. LUCKILY MY CAR INSURANCE COVERED IT SO IT IS NOT GOING TO COST ME $300+ TO FIX, BUT THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL IF IT IS BECO…
Owner-reported narrative. 19,950 miles reported. Look up ODI 11375388 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11449325 · 2022-01-28 (January 28, 2022)
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota C-HR. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked at a shopping center when she attempted to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called automotive roadside assistance who arrived and jumped started the vehicle. The contact stated that once the vehicle was started, the vehicle was idling very roughly. The contact attempted to shift the vehicle into drive however, the parking brake remained engaged and she could not move the…
Owner-reported narrative. 31,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11449325 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11486329 · 2022-09-25 (September 25, 2022)
The alternator dies suddenly and without warning. The battery quickly drains, and you lose control of the power steering. All lights shut off, not allowing for hazards to be turned on. Testing shows the alternator is producing 0.7 Volts, and the battery is at 2 amps. The battery is a Toyota brand, less than 2 years old. The car has 60,000 miles on it.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11486329 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11632913 · 2024-12-28 (December 28, 2024)
No warning lights presenting on dash board, my car started making a noise around 100k (almost like something was rubbing against the tire, think playing card in a bicycle spoke) and I thought maybe it was my loose splash guard causing it. No physical issues (gears up/down fine, no vibrations, no shimmy, no play in the steering). Took it to Dav Cava toyota dealership and was told i needed to replace both my transmission and torque converter. $10,500 estimate. That's more than i owe on the vehicle. I have kept oil changes since I've had it (boug…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11632913 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11739343 · 2026-05-21 (May 21, 2026)
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota C-HR. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was sputtering while driving after 20 minutes of driving. Their vehicle failed to accelerate. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, who confirmed there was no recall coverage. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the failure was due to the fuel pump. The vehicle was not repaired. An independent mechanic was contacted, who determined the failure was due to the fuel pump. The m…
Owner-reported narrative. 39,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11739343 at NHTSA ↗