Engine
1.6L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 135 of 172 complaints with a usable failure date.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Air bags
76 complaint records58 crash reports
"IN A HEAD ON COLLISION THE DRIVERS AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. THIS IS THE SECOND COLLISION WHERE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. TT..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Seat belts
26 complaint records2 crash reports
"THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEATBELT GETS JAMMED WHEN BEING EXTRACTED AND WILL NOT COME ACROSS THE BODY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse seat belts parts in the directory →
Fuel system
12 complaint records1 fire report
"THE FUEL TANK CRACKED CAUSING A FUEL LEAK WHICH MAY HAVE RESULTED IN A FIRE. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *YC..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse fuel system parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA97015 opened Jul 1997 | closed Sep 1998 | Exterior Lighting | TURN SIGNAL FAILURES There is no summary currently available |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96V107000 | Air Bags | IF LIQUID IS SPILLED IN THE CONSOLE BOX AREA, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAN ILLUMINATE AND STAY "ON" DURING NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. | Normally free |
| 94V220000 | Electrical System | AN UNUSED HARNESS CONNECTOR FOR POWER WINDOWS, POWER DOOR LOCKS AND SUNROOF WAS IMPROPERLY ROUTED UNDER THE FLOOR CARPET IN THE LEFT KICK PANEL. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996209 1996-04-15 | Airbag | 38,190 | On certain vehicles, there is a possibility that spilled liquid in the console box area could leak into the air bag sensor, causing the airbag warning light to come on. As a result, the airbag may not function properly. |
| 1994179 1994-11-10 | Electrical | 14,600 | AN UNUSED HARNESS CONNECTOR FOR VEHICLE ACCESSORIES MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ROUTED UNDER THE FLOOR CARPET IN THE LEFT KICK PANEL. |
| 1994130 1994-08-10 | Seats And Restraints | 8,205 | THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S. 209 - SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES. CERTAIN SEAT BELT ANCHOR "ANCHOR STRAPS" WERE IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE STRAPS TO SEPARATE BELOW THE LEVELS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSB003220 Aug 2023 | Vehicle Speed Control | TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? | |
| TTT063620 Mar 2022 | Service Brakes | TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions | |
| Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 2022 | Wheels | POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. | |
| T-TT-0636-20 Rev Mar 2021 | Service Brakes | TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. | |
| T-SB-0032-20 Rev Feb 2021 | Equipment | TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? |
Show 35 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-TT-0636-20 Dec 2020 | Service Brakes | TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions. | |
| T-SB-0304-17 Obs Apr 2020 | Equipment | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates | |
| T-SB-0032-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. | |
| PG004-97-Obsolet Aug 2018 | Equipment | Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. | |
| PG006-01-Obsolet Aug 2018 | Equipment | Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. | |
| T-SB-0304-17_Rev Jul 2018 | Equipment | TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. | |
| T-SB-0304-17_Rev Jan 2018 | Equipment | TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. | |
| T-SB-0144-08_Obs Nov 2017 | Equipment | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. | |
| T-SB-0304-17 Oct 2017 | Structure | TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. | |
| TSB018217 Jan 2017 | Electrical System | TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. | |
| Safety Recall an Jul 2016 | Equipment | Update on Technician Certification Requirements. | |
| T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 2015 | Electrical System | TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. | |
| T-SB-0014-11 Rev Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. | |
| T-SB-0134-14 Sep 2014 | Power Train | TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. | |
| T-TT-0213-13 Jan 2014 | Air Bags | Toyota vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. | |
| T-SB-0185-13 Dec 2013 | Visibility | The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance. | |
| TS-BO030-01 Obso Dec 2013 | Visibility/Wiper | This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13. | |
| T-SB-0071-11 Rev Oct 2013 | Power Train | The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. | |
| T-SB-0141-13 Sep 2013 | Parking Brake | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| T-TT-0213-13 Jan 2013 | Air Bags | Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. | |
| T-SB-0071-11 Jun 2011 | Power Train | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| SSCT03 Sep 2003 | Air Bags | REMINDER TO DEALERS REGARDING AIR BAG MALFUNCTION LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT | |
| TC01030 Nov 2001 | Seat Belts | SUBJECT PERTAING TO SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.*YD | |
| TC01029 Oct 2001 | Seat Belts | INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASEMBLY . *YD | |
| BO02601 Oct 2001 | Seat Belts | SUBJECT REGARDING SHOULDER BELT ANCHOR TAPE SET. *YD | |
| T-PG007-01 May 2001 | Equipment | Replacement vin plates. | |
| AX00101 Mar 2001 | Structure | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING RETRO-FIT INTERNAL TRUNK RELEASE KITS. *TT | |
| TC00012 Apr 2000 | Air Bags | SUBJECT REGARDING OWNER RENOTIFICATION OF SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN T03- AIR BAG MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON. *TT | |
| SSCT03 Apr 2000 | Air Bags | SUBJECT REGARDING REMINDER OF AIR BAG INDICATOR LAMP. *TT | |
| AX00499 Mar 1999 | Equipment | SUBJECT REGARDING TOYOTA DINGHY TOWING GUIDE. *TT | |
| DL00198 Mar 1998 | Power Train | REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT. *YC | |
| COM04010497B Apr 1997 | Unknown Or Other | A PRODUCTION CHANGE HAS BEEN MADE TO THE HAZARD SWITCH TO IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE TURN SIGNAL CIRCUIT IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *JD | |
| TC95004 May 1995 | Electrical System | SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN - R03- CAMPAIGN TO CORRECT HARNESS CORROSION PROBLEM ON VEHICLES OPERATING IN STATES THAT USE SALT TO CONTROL SNOW AND ICE. | |
| TC94014 Nov 1994 | Electrical System | SERVICE CAMPAIGN - RO3 - TOYOTA HAS DETERMINED THAT AN UNUSED WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR ON CERTAIN SUBJECT MODEL SEDANS OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS CAN EXPERIENCE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT DUE TO SALT CONTAMINATION. | |
| T-PG002-91 Jan 1991 | Equipment | Product general information. |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Pull and release every belt.A belt that retracts slowly or a buckle that will not latch matches this vehicle's seat-belt cluster.
- Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 2 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
The generic parts list for this vehicle has its own page: a search launcher for every system, filtered by fuel type and era but not by engine, trim, or brake type. It is not a diagnosis and not a fitment guarantee.
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