CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Toyota Tercel has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (4 reports).
1987 Toyota Tercel recalls
Most common 1987 Toyota Tercel problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
OVER THE PAST TWO MONTHS, 3 OUT OF 4 TIRES HAVE FAILED DUE TO TREAD SEPARATION. THE TIRES WERE APPROX 6-1/2 YEARS OLD WITH 35,000 MILES WITH PLENTY OF REMAINING TREAD DEPTH.*AK
VEHICLE FIRE DUE TO POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE, PRIOR TO FIRE THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *MJS
4 WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL LOCKED UP CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN. YH
DEFECTIVE CARBURETOR/FUEL SYSTEM CAUSING VEHICLE STALLING, HESITATION AND SURGING.
CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH CARBURETOR. WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE STALLS OR SURGES FORWARD. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK *ML
1987 Toyota Tercel questions
Does the 1987 Toyota Tercel have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1987 Toyota Tercel: Exterior Lighting:Headlights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Toyota Tercel?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (4), Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Toyota Tercel has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.