1993 TOYOTA TERCEL
0 recalls — 50 complaints — 38 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
50 total complaints
23 crashes 20 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 18 |
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 1 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 1 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 11, 2005
Incident date: Nov 6, 2004
AIR BAG, DRIVERS SIDE DID NOT DEPLOY DURING REAR-END CAR ACCIDENT. *NM
Crash
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Jan 7, 2003
CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED SMELL STRONG CHEMICAL FUMES INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT(PLASTIC MATERIAL) DEALER HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 14, 2002
Incident date: Feb 20, 2002
WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE EXHIBITS WHITE SMOKE, CONSUMER HAD TWO DIFFERENT MECHANICS INSPECT VEHICLE AND BOTH STATED THAT THE RINGS ARE SHOT AND ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, THERE WERE NO INDICATIONS THAT THE ENGINE OVERHEATED. *TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 26, 2002
Incident date: Feb 20, 2002
WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE EXHIBITS WHITE SMOKE, CONSUMER HAD TWO DIFFERENT MECHANICS INSPECT VEHICLE AND BOTH STATED THAT THE RINGS ARE SHOT AND ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, THERE WERE NO INDICATIONS THAT THE ENGINE OVERHEATED. *TT
AIR BAGS
Jan 18, 2001
Incident date: May 1, 1996
DEALER FIRST SAID NOTHING WRONG. RESET . THEN CAME ON AGAIN. SAID MAY BE BAD SENSOR. I NOTICED 50 AIRBAG COMPLAINTS ON THIS SITE. THIS AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH AND DEALER/TOYOTA WILL NOT REPAIR THIS OBVOIUS SAFTEY DEFECT.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Dec 28, 2000
Incident date: Dec 26, 2000
WHILE TRAVELING AT 65 MPH CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKE WHICH CAUSED WHEELS TO LOCK. BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, AND WOULD NOT RETURN. PROBLEM CAUSED VEHICLE TO REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAIL ON THIS MATTER. *AK
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Dec 14, 2000
ENGINE PREMATURELY FAILED AT 72,000 MILES. CONSUMER HAD TO BUY A REBUILT ENGINE.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Dec 14, 2000
Incident date: Dec 1, 1999
CONSUMER PURCHASED NEW AT 72,517, WAS TOLD THAT A NEW ENGINE NEEDED TO BE INSTALLED. DEALER AGREED TO REPLACE ENGINE, ONLY IF DAMAGE WAS NOT DUE TO WEAR AND TEAR. DEALER TOOK ENGINE APART, AND SAID IT WAS WEAR AND TEAR, AND DID NOT REPLACE ENGINE. CONSUMER HAD TO PURCHASE A NEW ENGINE IN DECEM... Read more
TIRES
Sep 5, 2000
Incident date: Oct 1, 1999
THAT DAY, WHEN I DRIVE IN RT 21, I SUDDENTLY LOST CONTROL, HIT TO ANOTHER SUV, WE SLOW DOWN( DOT NUMBER: )
Crash
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Aug 1, 2000
Incident date: Jul 27, 2000
AFTER PUTTING AIR IN ALL TIRES, CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THEY FOUND OUT THAT TIRES HAD A TREAD SEPARATION WITHOUT A PRIOR WARNING. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 30, 2000
Incident date: Mar 17, 2000
WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER,AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
Crash
2 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Nov 29, 1999
BATTERY NEEDED CHARGING BUT DIED TWO YEARS LATER. YH
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Nov 29, 1999
AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON. YH
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Nov 15, 1999
Incident date: Aug 22, 1999
THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN STARTED. BEEN TO DEALER & PLACED ON DIAGNOSTIC. WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC SHORT AIR BAG SENSOR SYSTEM WAS CAUSED & HAD A SHORT IN IT. THE ENTIRE SENSORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Jun 1, 1999
HAVE LOOKED AT SEVERAL OTHER 1993 TERCELS. MOST I HAVE NOTICED HAVE A HORIZONTAL CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD. I AM WONDERING IF THIS IS A PROBLEM IN MOST OF THAT YEAR? I FIND IT STRANGE THAT THE TERCELS I HAVE SEEN HAVE THE SAME TENDENCY TO CRACK IN THE SAME AREA IN THE SAME WAY. *AK
AIR BAGS
May 3, 1999
AIR BAG LIGHT CONTINUALLY ILLUMINATES, DEALER STATES SYSTEM IS FINE. MJS
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
May 3, 1999
IN MINOR IMPACT THE BUMPER SUSTAINED EXCESSIVE DAMAGE. MJS
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 8, 1999
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN 25 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO, DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK UP UPON IMPACT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 8, 1999
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN 25 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO, DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK UP UPON IMPACT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS
Mar 3, 1999
Incident date: Feb 27, 1999
MY AIRBAG DEPLOYED UPON A MINOR CRASH. I RECEIVED BURNS AND SCRAPES TO MY FACE. ALSO THE AIRBAG OR SOMETHING IN IT CAUSED BURN IN MY SHIRT, THROUGH MY BRA AND ONTO MY CHEST AREA. I DON'T BELIEVE THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED PROPERLY AND AM VERY CONCERNED AS TO WHY.
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 19, 1999
Incident date: Dec 4, 1998
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH REARENDED VEHICLE IN FRONT, DRIVER'S AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND AIRBAG DUST CAME OUT, BUT DID NOT INFLATE. CAME OUT FLAT ,NO AIR IN THE BAG. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 17, 1999
Incident date: May 29, 1998
WHEN APPLYING BRAKES WHILE DRIVING OVER A PUDDLE, BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO SUSTAIN BURNS TO THE SKIN. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Feb 17, 1999
Incident date: May 29, 1998
WHEN APPLYING BRAKES WHILE DRIVING OVER A PUDDLE, BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO SUSTAIN BURNS TO THE SKIN. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Dec 14, 1998
WHILE IN A CHAIN REACTION ACCIDENT WAS HIT FROM THE FRONT AND BACK, THE SHOULDER BELTS FAILED TO RESTRAIN. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Oct 22, 1998
Incident date: Aug 27, 1998
CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WITH ANOTHER CAR AND THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED HALFWAY. DRIVER WAS INJURED. *AK
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Aug 5, 1998
SEAT BELT FAILED DURING A COLLISION RESULTING IN CHEST INJURIES.
1 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
May 9, 1998
Incident date: Apr 11, 1998
BOTH DRIVER'S/PASSENGER'S SIDE HEADLIGHTS ARE INOPERABLE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 22, 1997
ENGINE CONTINUES TO RACE AS IF GAS PEDAL WERE DEPRESSED AFTER GAS PEDAL HAS BEEN RELEASED AND MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 15, 1997
Incident date: Oct 21, 1995
WHILE GOING 35 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION . THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING SEVRE HEAD AND NECK INJURIES. OWNER WAS WEARING SEA TBELT. OWNER RECIEVED UPPER AND LOWER BACK PAIN DUE TO THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG. MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. *AK
Crash
2 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Mar 11, 1997
Incident date: Jan 29, 1997
DRIVING VEHICLE, HEARD CLUNKING/GRINDING NOISE IN BRAKING AREA; TAKEN TO DEALER & HAD BRAKES CHANGED AT LEAST 5 TIMES; WOULD RESURFACE ROTORS & REPLACED PADS; BRAKES WOULD CHATTER BUT WAS TOLD IT WAS NORMAL. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Mar 11, 1997
Incident date: Jan 29, 1997
DRIVING VEHICLE, HEARD CLUNKING/GRINDING NOISE IN BRAKING AREA; TAKEN TO DEALER & HAD BRAKES CHANGED AT LEAST 5 TIMES; WOULD RESURFACE ROTORS & REPLACED PADS; BRAKES WOULD CHATTER BUT WAS TOLD IT WAS NORMAL. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jan 9, 1997
THE ENGINE HEAD GASKET IS DETERIORATING. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Dec 12, 1996
CONSUMER HAD TWO ACCIDENTS AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY . PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK
Crash
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Nov 14, 1996
Incident date: Sep 27, 1996
PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT INOPERATIVE.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Nov 14, 1996
Incident date: Oct 27, 1996
VEHICLE IMPACT ACCIDENT AT 11:00 POSITION, SPEED 45 MPH, DRIVER'S SIDE LAP/SHOULDER BELT DID NOT RETRACT, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. *AK
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Jul 11, 1996
Incident date: Dec 13, 1995
OTHER: AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED DUE TO DEFECTIVE SENSOR. *SD
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Jul 11, 1996
Incident date: Jun 10, 1996
WHEN SEAT BACK IS RELEASED, SEAT FLYS FORWARD WITH GREAT FORCE. *DH
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 22, 1996
Incident date: May 1, 1996
THE THROTTLE STICKS AND CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE GAS PEDAL IS NOT BEING APPLIED. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 30, 1996
Incident date: Apr 26, 1996
VEHICLE WAS IN FRONT-END ACCIDENT AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 30, 1996
Incident date: Apr 26, 1996
VEHICLE WAS IN FRONT-END ACCIDENT AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 3, 1996
Incident date: Dec 4, 1995
CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Jan 17, 1996
VEHICLE STALLS IN TRAFFIC. WHICH MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Oct 19, 1995
Incident date: Oct 19, 1995
AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON, EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG, REPLACED SPIRAL CABLE CONNECTING HORN AND AIRBAG. TT
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 7, 1995
Incident date: Aug 7, 1995
DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR KEEPS GOING OFF/ON, DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG . TT
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 17, 1995
Incident date: Jul 7, 1995
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AND WAS TOTALED, DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. TT
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 13, 1995
Incident date: Mar 15, 1995
OTHER: DRIVER'S AIR BAG FAILED DURING ACCIDENT, RESULTING IN INJURY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SKD
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jun 22, 1995
Incident date: Mar 15, 1995
OTHER: DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEFECTIVE, RESULTING IN INJURY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) (OTHER VEHICLE ON 479623)*SKD
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
May 18, 1995
UPON IMPACT, DURING FRONTAL CRASH, AT APPROX. 30MPH, 12:00 ON FRONT BUMPER, AIRBAG FAIL TO DEPLOY. TT
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Jan 18, 1995
Incident date: Oct 28, 1994
THE AIRBAG LIGHT HAS COME ON AND HAS CONTINUED TO STAY ON. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 13, 1995
Incident date: Jul 11, 1994
VEHICLE STRUCK ON THE PASSENGER FRONT QUARTER PANEL AND AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT
Crash
2 injured
EPA Fuel Economy — 1993 TOYOTA TERCEL
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 26.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 33.0 | 29.0 | Regular | $2,350 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 31.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 1993 TOYOTA TERCEL
38 manufacturer communications from 25 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 2 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 2 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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-0144-08_Obs
Nov 21, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
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
TSB018217
Jan 6, 2017
110000 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
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
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
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-0014-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
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. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
T-SB-0134-14
Sep 30, 2014
100000 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. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
T-SB-0134-14
Sep 30, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
T-TT-0213-13
Jan 14, 2014
140000 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. If a customer expresses any concerns that the
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-TT-0269-13
Oct 23, 2013
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
T-SB-0071-11 Rev
Oct 1, 2013
100000 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. Use the information in this bulletin when
T-SB-0141-13
Sep 9, 2013
050000 PARKING BRAKE
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
T-SB-0141-13
Sep 9, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
T-PG007-01
May 4, 2001
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Replacement vin plates.
AX00101
Mar 9, 2001
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING RETRO-FIT INTERNAL TRUNK RELEASE KITS. *TT
DL00198
Mar 6, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT. *YC
T-PG002-91
Jan 18, 1991
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Product general information.
NHTSA Safety Investigations — TOYOTA TERCEL
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE89134
Opened: Jul 3, 1989 — Closed: Sep 22, 1989
BROKEN STABILIZER BAR
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DP85019
Opened: Apr 10, 1985 — Closed: May 14, 1985
WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AND AXLE
WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AND AXLE
TOYOTA TERCEL — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TOYOTA TERCEL across all model years (1980–1999).
21
Total Recalls
389
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
105
Reported Crashes
18
Reported Fires
5
Reported Deaths
TOYOTA TERCEL — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 25 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 45 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 58 | View |
| 1994 | 0 | 45 | View |
| 1993 (current) | 0 | 50 | |
| 1992 | 0 | 27 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 18 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 23 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 32 | View |
| 1988 | 2 | 9 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 15 | View |
| 1986 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 9 | View |
| 1982 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 | View |