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What Are Common Problems with Toyota Corolla?

The Toyota Corolla is dependable and one of the best-selling and oldest cars in history. Currently, in its 12th generation, the Toyota Corolla has become one of the most stylish and reliable vehicles compared to its predecessors. However, this does not rule out specific problems such as cracking front suspension, excessive oil consumption, blown head gasket, etc. Listed below are five significant issues associated with different year models of Toyota Corolla:

• 2005 Toyota Corolla: The 2005 and 2006 Toyota Corolla users have listed engine problems and paint peeling behind the rear wheels. There have also been cases of water leaking into the cars’ interiors and automatic transmission not shifting correctly at high mileage.
• 2002 Toyota Corolla: There have been many complaints from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) about seatbelts and airbags safety. The users have also complained about the engine using excessive oil consumption and engine failure with constant noise coming from the engine.
• 2006 Toyota Corolla: Most users have complained about engine stalling, checking engine light coming on, car cutting off while driving, and sudden unintended acceleration.
• 2018 Toyota Corolla: This was the first generation of Toyota Corolla of the 12th generation with minimal problems. However, it does have cruise control issues whereby the throttle is not well-restricted in this model, leading to car acceleration, especially on the highway.
• 2009 Toyota Corolla: This vehicle has some of the most severe problems linked to any Toyota Corolla model. It ranges from sudden power loss, loud engine noises, the vehicle’s accelerator getting stuck, excessive oil consumption, seatbelts, and airbag problems.

Understanding the common vehicle problems when buying any Toyota Corolla model will save time and money when buying a used car.

What Are The Values of Toyota Corolla Scrap Car Parts?

Yes, the Toyota Corolla parts are in high demand. A car sells for less if it has a few salvageable parts. Some of the functional car parts that increase a vehicle’s value include. Airbags, GPS systems, fenders, catalytic converters, bumpers, and doors. The value of the Toyota Corolla increases based on the condition of some parts. Junk Car Medics makes you understand how valuable scrap car parts are and how much each will cost.

How much is a Scrap Catalytic Converter from a Toyota Corolla Worth?

The Toyota Corolla catalytic converter depends on the year and the car’s model. According to the Cararac website, an original Toyota converter starts from $150, whereas an aftermarket converter costs between $10 and $20, which is quite popular in a Toyota Corolla older than 12 years. Therefore, the Toyota catalytic converter goes for $60 and $250 based on the following:

• Visual damages
• The cat’s condition
• The metal’s market price

According to Junk Car Medics, catalytic converters have become more valuable due to an increment in the rates of palladium and rhodium metals. This has also increased the theft cases to 325% from 2019 to 2020 since this part fetches between $150 and $250.

How much does it cost to replace a catalytic converter on a Toyota Corolla?

According to the Cars for Clunkers website, the average cost of replacing a catalytic converter of a Toyota Corolla is between $1,000 and 2,500. However, these factors vary based on the following:

• The quality of the replacement unit
• The labor to replace a catalytic converter which could range between $70 and $130 per hour

Compared to a model such as the Toyota Camry, whose catalytic converter replacement costs between $271 and $1,800, excluding labor and other parts. Therefore, the replacement expenses are within the same range.

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