1991 Toyota Celica
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1991
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 27 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 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
10 of 27 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.
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Air bag didn't deploy w/driver and passenger seat belt didn't restrain. Please describe. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-25
Also filed under Seat belts
Seat belts
7 of 27 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage and webbing.
Service brakes
4 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
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Vehicle started making sounds similar to that of one dragging a metallic object and the brake pedal became loose.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-16
Also filed under Suspension and electronic stability control (esc)
Suspension
2 of 27 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing stabilizer bar.
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Front stabilizer bar separated from the frame. Consumer stated that a 1990 Toyota, Celica experienced the same defect. *ak both vehicles had the front passenger side stabilizer bar bracket mount failed due to corrosion.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-24
Electrical system
2 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.
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Engine compartment fire, possible electrical wiring failure. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-09-12
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-03-15Suspension10E002000 Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, p/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed…
Remedy: Ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. The safety recall began on March 15, 2010. Owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Toyota Celica — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10E002000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 1991 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 1991 Toyota Celica?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 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.