1985 TOYOTA PICKUP

0 recalls — 10 complaints — 25 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

10 total complaints 4 crashes 1 injuries 1 deaths

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
TIRES3
PARKING BRAKE2
STEERING1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
SUSPENSION:REAR1
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS1
WHEELS1
WHEELS Oct 12, 2021
Incident date: Oct 12, 2021
The contact owns a 1985 Toyota Pickup. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph when the vehicle began emitting a noise coming from the rear axle. The contact was able to pull over and noticed that 3/4 lug nuts had sheared off. The contact drove to a local mechanic where it was repaired... Read more
TIRES Oct 1, 2012
Incident date: Oct 1, 2012
1985 TOYOTA 4X4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ACCIDENT AND SNOW TIRES *TGW THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE OTHER DETAILED INFORMATION, SUCH AS CRASH TEST, DEFECTS AND STATISTICS INFORMATION.
Crash
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Nov 14, 2000
Incident date: Nov 14, 1999
EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS REPAIRED. CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION FROM THE REAR OF VEHICLE, AFTER INSPECTION THE ENTIRE FRAME OF THE TRUCK WAS FOUND TO BE CORRODED BADLY ESPECIALLY IN THE RIGHT REAR SECTION WHERE THE REAR SPRINGS ARE SHACKLED TO THE FRAME. *SLC
PARKING BRAKE Nov 14, 2000
Incident date: Nov 14, 1999
EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS REPAIRED. CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION FROM THE REAR OF VEHICLE, AFTER INSPECTION THE ENTIRE FRAME OF THE TRUCK WAS FOUND TO BE CORRODED BADLY ESPECIALLY IN THE RIGHT REAR SECTION WHERE THE REAR SPRINGS ARE SHACKLED TO THE FRAME. *SLC
PARKING BRAKE Sep 28, 2000
Incident date: Sep 1, 2000
BELLCRANK AND BRACKET FROZEN RENDERING PARKING BRAKE INOPERATIVE. DISSIMILAR METALS WITH HEAVY CORROSION OF COMPONENTS AT CONTACT AREA IN EVIDENCE.
SUSPENSION:REAR Oct 5, 1998
Incident date: Jul 26, 1998
REAR AXLE BROKE CAUSING WHEEL TO FALL OFF. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT).
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Sep 18, 1996
UPON PLACING INTO REVERSE GEAR EXPEIENCED ENGINE SURGE, THEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL, OVERPOWERING BRAKES, FINALLY HIT AN OTHER RV DUE TO THOTTLE STICKING.*AK
Crash
TIRES May 2, 1996
Incident date: Aug 1, 1995
ATLAS TIRES WEAR ON INSIDE OF TIRE. *DSH
TIRES Apr 17, 1996
Incident date: Jan 9, 1996
VEHICLE MODIFIED WITH LARGER TIRES WHICH, CAUSED DEATH WHEN VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER DUE TO THE CHANGE IN THE CENTER OF GRAVITY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SD
Crash 1 deaths
STEERING Jun 22, 1995
Incident date: Apr 11, 1995
VEHICLE LOST CONTROL/ROLLOVER, RESULTING IN INJURY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SKD
Crash 1 injured

Technical Service Bulletins — 1985 TOYOTA PICKUP

25 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT9
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL4
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS2
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL1
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR1
130000 VISIBILITY1
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)1
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
350000 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 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
180000 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 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
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 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
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 custom
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
200000 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 custom
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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 custom
T-SB-0032-20 Rev Feb 3, 2021
350000 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 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-SB-0304-17 Obs Apr 7, 2020
350000 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 6, 2020
350000 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. The a
PG004-97-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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 31, 2018
350000 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. SUPERSESSION NOTICE
T-SB-0304-17_Rev Jan 11, 2018
350000 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. PG021-88, PG015-89
T-SB-0304-17 Oct 27, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
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 lis
Safety Recall an Jul 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an Jul 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
TS-BO030-01 Obso Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
T-SB-0185-13 Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
T-PG007-01 May 4, 2001
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Replacement vin plates.
T-PG002-91 Jan 18, 1991
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Product general information.

NHTSA Safety Investigations — TOYOTA PICKUP

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP79007 Opened: Oct 26, 1978 — Closed: Apr 20, 1979
DP — Closed
FRONT WHEELS LOCK
FRONT WHEELS LOCK

TOYOTA PICKUP — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA PICKUP across all model years (1987–1995).

27 Total Recalls
518 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
43 Reported Crashes
4 Reported Fires
7 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA PICKUP — Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
2002 0 1 View
2001 0 7 View
2000 0 5 View
1999 0 3 View
1998 0 5 View
1997 0 7 View
1996 0 7 View
1995 4 52 View
1994 4 110 View
1993 4 100 View
1992 4 62 View
1991 3 37 View
1990 3 29 View
1989 3 30 View
1988 1 7 View
1987 1 9 View
1986 0 20 View
1985 (current) 0 10
1984 0 4 View
1983 0 2 View
1982 0 2 View
1981 0 3 View
1980 0 2 View

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