1982 Toyota Celica
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1982
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1982: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1982 | 4 |
| 1983 | 3 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 106 |
| 2001 | 47 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 4 |
| 2005 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
2 of 4 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and anchorage.
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The front seat belt retractor failed and as a result the passenger were not restrained. *ak the consumer had seat belt campaign ssc 604 complete but it did not help.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-30
Both the passenger and the driver seat belts stopped working. They do not adjust or stop when pulled on quickly to simulate an accident. I contacted three local dealers and they all say that the seat belts are only warrantied for 60,000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-01-19
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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Someone needs to tell off. [xxx] there are penalties for filing a false police report. My name is [xxx]. On 23 oct 03 1530 hrs I was driving e on w. Wash. Blvd. And into the l t/l into the intersection while the arrow was g.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-30
Power train
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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In 1984, I owned a Toyota Celica and was on the freeway driving when I had the car sped up and I was unable to slow down. Well ahead of recent complaints. As I came down a busy off-ramp, I could do nothing but to turn the car off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-22
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1985-08-30Engineering analysisClosed 1988-02-18 Sudden acceleration
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1986-10-31Vehicle speed control86V132000 Soldered terminals of the cruise control computer may develop cracks due to improper application of the coating to the printed circuit board.
Remedy: Replace cruise control computer, if necessary.
Buy-smart checklist
1982 Toyota Celica — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 86V132000 · Vehicle speed control
FAQ
- Is the 1982 Toyota Celica reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1982 Toyota Celica?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1982 Toyota Celica have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.