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2017 Toyota Yaris

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Yaris.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2017 Toyota Yaris is a passenger car driven by a 4-speed automatic transmission, delivering an EPA-estimated 30/35/32 mpg and utilizing a 3.9-4.1 engine oil capacity that requires 5W-30 API. Within the model's 2006-2020 complaint history, this year generated 15 owner complaints and 3 recalls focused on air bags, placing it far below the 2007 peak of 296 complaints but above the 2014 low of just 2. Consequently, the 2017 Yaris occupies a moderately reliable middle ground in the lineup's trajectory, meaning buyers can expect overall dependability so long as they account for the vehicle's specific air bag recalls.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.9-4.1OEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy30/35/32 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire sizeP175/65R15, P195/50R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim5.5, 6.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter178010D060 alt 178010T030
Fuel filter7702452180
Spark plug9008091184
Battery288000T060
Front wiper blades8522252212
Serpentine belt9091602705 alt 9091602704
Thermostat9091603093 alt 1632562010
Cabin air filter871390D070 alt 8713950100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length155.5 in
Overall width66.9 in
Overall height59.4 in
Wheelbase98.8 in
Curb weight2271 lb
Track (front / rear)58.7 / 57.9 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined30 / 35 / 32 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume86 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Yaris of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.70 sec — 2017 iA Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017iA Sedan 1.5L I-48.70 sec16.80 sec106 hpFWD
2016LE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-410.20 sec17.80 sec106 hpFWD
2015SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-48.90 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD
2015SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-410.20 sec17.90 sec106 hpFWD
2019XLE Sedan 1.5L I-49.60 sec17.40 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-48.70 sec16.80 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-49.00 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD
2012SE 5-door Hatchback 1.5L I-49.10 sec17.00 sec106 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.9-4.1 of 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Clutch FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity5.0
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity3.9-4.1
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts95.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts22
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts20
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/StudsBolts: 7 ft-lbs, Screws: 8 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts55.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub160.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota
Spark Plug Gap0.028-0.032 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity0.73-0.86 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity2.03 oz

Service checks

RPM44.1-49.7 @ IDLE OR FUEL PUM RUNNING. rpm
Residual Pressure21 MIN.: AFTER 5 MINUTES, ENGINE OFF. psi
Engine Oil Pressure4.2 psi @ Idle, 22-80 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.008 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 79; Rear: 42
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .748; Rear: .295
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Maximum Rotor Runout0.002
Maximum Drum Diameter7.913

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9011 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees90 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
116 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9016 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAir Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Radiator (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2017 Toyota Yaris falls in a period of the model’s lifecycle where complaints and recalls have stabilized at low levels, a sharp contrast to the 2006–2010 years that saw hundreds of complaints and double-digit recalls. With 15 complaints and 3 recalls, the 2017 sits slightly above the adjacent 2016 (5 complaints, 2 recalls) and 2018 (4 complaints, 1 recall) model years, but this uptick is modest and not indicative of a systemic problem. The top complaint areas—air bags (4), service brakes (2), and vehicle speed control (2)—along with 3 crash-related complaints, suggest isolated issues rather than a widespread defect; no fires were reported. The 177 TSBs are consistent with the generation’s typical service bulletin volume, indicating dealers have guidance for common repairs. Overall, the 2017 is a reasonably reliable choice within the generation, but the 2018 model offers a slightly cleaner record for buyers seeking the lowest risk.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
177
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
15
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 15 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags4
Service Brakes2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Electrical System,Engine1
Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Tires1
Suspension,Vehicle Speed Control,Wheels1
Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V319000Air Bags:Side/WindowReported 23/04/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Yaris vehicles. The wire harnesses for the side air bag sensors located within the front doors may crack and corrode, possibly causing the… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire harness assembly in the front doors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2019. Owners may contact…

19V503000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 28/06/2019

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification… Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 177 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureTo prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureThe condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2017 Yaris take?

3.9-4.1 of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2017 Yaris have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Yaris get?

EPA figures are 30 city / 35 highway / 32 combined mpg.