About three weeks ago my windshield wipers stopped working when it was raining. I had to pull over until the rain stopped. My mechanic did a diagnostic and thought there was a bad connection with the transmission but the windshield wipers still won't work. I then was told it could be the windshield wiper motor.
2009 Toyota Corolla visibility problems
22 complaints (2% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 8,500. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 8,500
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer1
- Windshield1
- Rear window wiper/washer1
At what mileage
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Toyota Corolla visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Toyota Corolla visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Visibility: power window devices and controls
- What is wrong
- Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
- Risk
- If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑800‑331‑4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
Recall number 15V689000 · Recall details
Visibility: power window devices and controls
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.
- Risk
- If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1‑800‑331‑4331. General Motors will contact the Pontiac Vibe owners affected by this recall and GM dealers will inspect and repair switches as necessary. Those owners may contact Pontiac Customer Care at 1‑800‑762‑2737.
Recall number 12V491000 · Recall details
What 2009 Toyota Corolla owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My sunroof on toyota corolla (after market glass from webasto company) was flew off on the freeway 805 in san diego, around 6-7pm.. I was shocked with unexpected noise. My speed was about 66 m/h. Is anybody else got the same experience with the same issue... The first glass company I called told me it is going to coast me $400 to repair. Is it really my fall????
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v340000 (air bags) and 12v491000 (visibility); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available and parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v340000 (air bags) and 15v689000 (visibility). The parts were not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repairs. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The contact was unable to determine when the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect. ...updated 05/18/17 *bf updated 7/3/18*jb
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v340000 (air bags) and 15v689000 (visibility) and stated that the parts needed for the repairs were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experience a failure. Part distribution disconnect and VIN tool confirms part not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v168000 (air bags), 12v491000 (visibility) and 09v338000 (service brakes, hydraulics); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Driver's side mirror plastic holding snapped that keeps mirror in the open/ closed position. Due to the plastic holding being snapped, the mirror wobbles and does not stay in the open position. It makes driving very dangerous with the lack of a mirror to turn and merge safely. As speeds increase, the force of the wind will force the mirror into the closed position making the mirror useless.
Wipers stopped working on all speeds. This impacts driving in the rain, especially at high speeds. Wipers are now only one speed and I need to pull over if it is pouring. This is also a safety hazard, especially on the interstate when it is pouring rain and visibility is low for all drivers concerned.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact stated that while driving various speeds in inclement weather, the windshield wipers failed to operate when activated. The contact's visibility became limited and the vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the contact manually cleared the window with the wipers. The wipers then functioned normally. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the front passenger's side power window failed. The window remained closed and could not be opened. The other windows in the vehicle would operate intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the failure was within the power window master switch. The dealer applied a special grease, however the failure recurred and was not resolved. The failure mileage was 45,230. The current mileage was 53,678.
Questions about the 2009 Toyota Corolla visibility
Does the 2009 Toyota Corolla have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the visibility of the 2009 Toyota Corolla, 2% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2009 Toyota Corolla visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 8,500 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Toyota Corolla visibility?
Yes, 2 recalls: 15V689000, 12V491000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Toyota Corolla have the most visibility problems?
The Toyota Corolla model years with the most visibility complaints are 2003 (32 complaints), 2004 (29 complaints) and 2010 (26 complaints).
Other 2009 Toyota Corolla problems
Airbags 552Steering 382Acceleration 197Engine 133Brakes 120Electrical 89Transmission 45Body 42Suspension 31Fuel system 24Driver assistance 21Tires 14Seat belts 11Seats 9Wheels 9Lights 6Locks 4
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