1994 TOYOTA TERCEL
0 recalls — 45 complaints — 38 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
45 total complaints
18 crashes 3 fires 22 injuries 2 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 14 |
| AIR BAGS | 5 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 31, 2014
Incident date: May 30, 2014
THE RUBBER PIN/PEG/PIECE (LOOKS LIKE THUMBTACK BUT BIGGER AND MADE OF RUBBER) THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AT THE POINT WERE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH/BUTTON IS, FELL APART INTO FIVE INDIVIDUAL PIECES RESULTING IN THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ON. THE BRAKE LIGHTS WERE FULLY ON AS IF THE BRAKES WER... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 31, 2014
Incident date: May 30, 2014
THE RUBBER PIN/PEG/PIECE (LOOKS LIKE THUMBTACK BUT BIGGER AND MADE OF RUBBER) THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AT THE POINT WERE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH/BUTTON IS, FELL APART INTO FIVE INDIVIDUAL PIECES RESULTING IN THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ON. THE BRAKE LIGHTS WERE FULLY ON AS IF THE BRAKES WER... Read more
TIRES
Aug 18, 2008
Incident date: Aug 15, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 TOYOTA TERCEL. THE VEHICLE HAS AEROLITE WHEEL TIRES. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE RUBBER IN THE CENTER OF THE TIRE SHREDDED AND DETACHED. THERE WAS NO CRASH. THE TIRES ARE 50,000 MILE TIRES, WHICH SHREDDED AT APPROXIMATELY 18,000 MILES. ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Nov 19, 2005
Incident date: Oct 12, 2005
1994 TOYOTA TERCEL 4-DOOR SEDAN A/T WHITE/EXTERIOR 191400 MILES ON THE ODOMETER VIN#[XXX]. THEY TOLD ME IT HAS A REBUILD ENGINE, IT'S BETTER THAN A NEW ENGINE. I DON'T ANYTHING ABOUT CARS. I'VE NEVER OWN A CAR IN MY ENTIRE LIFE. PURCHASED IT FROM VALENCIA AUTO/ USED CAR DEALER 1535 VALENCIA STREET, ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 2, 2004
Incident date: Nov 1, 2004
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH. THE VEHICLE HAD FRONT END DAMAGE. THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HIS BACK , THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HIS/HER NECK AND BACK. *JB
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jun 18, 2003
Incident date: Jun 10, 2003
CONSUMER INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK
Crash
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Jun 2, 2003
Incident date: Jun 2, 2003
WHEN THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. AND THE BRAKING POWER WAS VERY LOW. *AK. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND ONE TIRE WERE REPLACED BECAUSE OF SIDEWALL DAMAGE AND NO TREAD, THE VEHICLE HAD AN OIL LEAK, THE DEALER REPLACED THE REAR MAIN SEAL, THE CRANK SEAL... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jun 2, 2003
Incident date: Jun 2, 2003
WHEN THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. AND THE BRAKING POWER WAS VERY LOW. *AK. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND ONE TIRE WERE REPLACED BECAUSE OF SIDEWALL DAMAGE AND NO TREAD, THE VEHICLE HAD AN OIL LEAK, THE DEALER REPLACED THE REAR MAIN SEAL, THE CRANK SEAL... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jun 2, 2003
Incident date: Jun 2, 2003
WHEN THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. AND THE BRAKING POWER WAS VERY LOW. *AK. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND ONE TIRE WERE REPLACED BECAUSE OF SIDEWALL DAMAGE AND NO TREAD, THE VEHICLE HAD AN OIL LEAK, THE DEALER REPLACED THE REAR MAIN SEAL, THE CRANK SEAL... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 13, 2001
Incident date: Oct 30, 2000
HAVE HAD A COMPLETE VALVE JOB, NOW THE PISTON RINGS ARE SHOT. I HAVE A FRIEND WHOSE 94 TERCEL ALSO HAD A FRIED ENGINE. BOTH CARS ORIGINATED FROM DEALERSHIPS IN MONTANA MIGHT BE WORTH CHECKING OUT.*AK
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Aug 22, 2000
Incident date: Aug 29, 1999
ON 8/29/1999 MY DAUGHTERS BOYFRIEND AND HER BROTHER WERE ON THEIR WAY TO DATONA, FL FOR THE WEEK. NEARING DATONA HER LEFT REAR TIRE STARTED TO BREAK TS TREAD AND HER BOYFRIEND LOST CONTROLL OF THE CAR AND CROSSED INTO THE MEDIAN AND CUT ACRROS AN APPROACHING CAR WHICH HIT HER CAR ON THE RIGHT SIDE ... Read more
Crash
3 injured
2 deaths
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
May 9, 2000
Incident date: May 8, 2000
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 50MPH HIT A DEER HEAD-ON & AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY UNTIL THE VEHICLE CAME TO A ROLLING STOP. IT KNOCKED THE CONSUMER OUT FOR 2 HOURS. DEALER WILL BE CONTACTED. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 27, 2000
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE VEERED OVER INTO HER LANE, CAUSING CONSUMER TO HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER AIRBAG DIDN'T GO OFF. *AK
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Oct 15, 1999
WHEN COMING TO A STOP VEHICLE IDLIES AND SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING. ALSO, WHENEVER ON A SLIGHT INCLINE IT WILL SHUT OFF. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
AIR BAGS
Jul 30, 1999
FALSE AND VIOLENT DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG WHEN VEHICLE RAN OVER DEBRIS IN ROAD WHICH HIT UNDERCARRIAGE SENSORS, CAUSED INJURY TO HAND AND ARM. MJS ... Read more
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 12, 1999
Incident date: Feb 14, 1999
I BACKED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. AFTER I STOPPED AND PUT THE GEAR FROM REVERSE INTO "DRIVE" THE CAR TOOK OFF IMMEDIATELY AT HIGH SPEED RETURNING TO MY PARKING SPACE AND BEYOND ACCELERATING INTO THE BUILDING A FEW FEET PAST MY ORIGINAL PARKING SPACE. THE TOOK OFF AT SUCH A HIGH SPEED AND WENT FORWA... Read more
2 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 5, 1999
Incident date: Feb 14, 1999
I BACKED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. AFTER I STOPPED AND PUT THE GEAR FROM REVERSE INTO "DRIVE" THE CAR TOOK OFF IMMEDIATELY AT HIGH SPEED RETURNING TO MY PARKING SPACE AND BEYOND ACCELERATING INTO THE BUILDING A FEW FEET PAST MY ORIGINAL PARKING SPACE. TOOK OFF AT SUCH A HIGH SPEED AND WENT FORWARD ... Read more
Crash
2 injured
SUSPENSION:REAR
Aug 14, 1998
Incident date: May 15, 1998
WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT THE REAR SUSPENSION BROKE. THE DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jul 30, 1998
Incident date: Aug 1, 1996
THE 1994 TOYOTA WAS FIRST REPAIRED AUG 1996 FOR OIL LEAKAGE AT 63000 MILES. THE PROBLEM BEGAN AGAIN AT 98000 MILES. THE CAR IS AT THE DEALERSHIP. WE HAVE KEPT REGULAR MAINTANCE ON THE CAR. IT IS CLEAR TO US THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE ENGINE AND THAT TOYOTA AND THE DEALERSHIP DO NOT WANT TO... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 5, 1998
CONSUMER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS
Oct 3, 1997
FALSE DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG CAUSED ACCIDENT/INJURIES ON FACE AND EYES. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT)
AIR BAGS
Sep 26, 1997
DRIVER HAS TO POSITION THE SEAT IN THE FOREMOST POSITION AND IS CONCERNED ABOUT THE IMPACT OF AN AIRBAG, AFTER DEPLOYMENT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Sep 2, 1997
THE VEHICLE HAS HAD ELECTRICAL SHORTS ON THE INTERIOR. DEALER COULDN'T FIX ELECTRICAL SHORTS. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jun 27, 1997
THE ENGINE HAS A WHINING NOISE AND BURNING SMELL.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 23, 1997
OWNER WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD -ON ACCIDENT WHILE TRAVELING AT 20MPH AND THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG.DEALERS SENT INSPECTOR TO LOOK AT VEHICLE BUT DID NOT TELL OWNER AYNTHING. *AK
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Nov 3, 1996
AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WAS VIOLENT UPON IMPACT WITH DEER, CAUSING HEAD, NECK, BACK INJURY.
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Jan 7, 1997
BRAKE ROTORS PREMATURELY RUSTED OR CORRODED, CAUSE UNKOWN BUT DEALER STATES THAT THIS PROBLEM DOES NOT OCCUR FROM NORMAL WEARING, BUT CHEAP ROTORS MAY BE A FACTOR . PLEASE DESCRIBE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 31, 1996
Incident date: Oct 22, 1996
ELECTRICAL FIRE.
Fire
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Sep 23, 1996
Incident date: May 24, 1996
WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR SHORTED, CAUSING FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Fire
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Jul 31, 1996
Incident date: May 24, 1996
AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE WIRING, CAUSED THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR TO CATCH ON FIRE, WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. *AK
Fire
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 19, 1996
CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY, PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jun 28, 1996
Incident date: Jun 26, 1996
DURING IMPACT, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 26, 1996
Incident date: Feb 8, 1996
WHILE IN AN ACCIDENT, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 26, 1996
Incident date: Feb 8, 1996
WHILE IN AN ACCIDENT, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 2, 1996
UPON IMPACT, DURING FRONTAL CRASH AT APPROX. 35MPH, 12:00 ON FRONT BUMPER, AIRBAG PARTIALLY INFLATED THEN EXPLODED AND SPEWED OUT SMOKE. TT
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Dec 7, 1995
Incident date: Feb 17, 1995
WHILE CLOSING THE FRONT DOOR, FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT HOOKS CUT PASSENGER'S FINGERS. *AK
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 22, 1995
Incident date: Sep 22, 1995
UPHOLSTERY IS FOGGING THE WINDSHIELD, BLOCKING DRIVING VISIBILITY. TT
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 13, 1995
Incident date: May 30, 1995
DRIVER RECEIVED BURNS FROM AIR BAG WHEN DEPLOYED DURING ACCIDENT, ALSO DRIVER WAS KNOCKED UNCONSCIOUS AS A RESULT OF AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. *SKD
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 5, 1995
Incident date: Jul 1, 1995
UPON IMPACT SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER, AIR BAG BUT BURNED DRIVERS HAND. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Jun 22, 1995
Incident date: Jun 4, 1994
NOISY BRAKES. *AW
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jun 22, 1995
Incident date: Feb 25, 1995
NOISE FROM ENGINE AT SPEEDS OF 40-50 MPH.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Jun 15, 1995
Incident date: Oct 1, 1994
DRIVER'S/PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO HOLD DURING ACCIDENT, CAUSING INJURIES. *AW
2 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Apr 10, 1995
Incident date: Oct 1, 1994
LAP/SHOULDER BELT ON PASSENGER SIDE WILL NOT RETRACT,ON IMPACT DID NOT LOCKUP IMPACT 6:00 POSITION VEHICLE WAS AT COMPLETE STOP. TT
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 27, 1995
Incident date: Dec 6, 1994
UPON FRONTAL/SIDE IMPACT, AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. TOYOTA SAYS SENSORS WEREN'T HIT PROPERLY. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 9, 1995
Incident date: Jan 1, 1995
AIR BAG DEPLOYED BUT DID NOT INFLATE. TT
Crash
2 injured
EPA Fuel Economy — 1994 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 — 1994 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 (current) | 0 | 45 | |
| 1993 | 0 | 50 | View |
| 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 |