1988 Toyota Cressida
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1988: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Put car into reverse and car accelerated and hit a pole, driver was injured.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-02-12
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
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Muffler required replacement, replacement muffler contained a short tail pipe, previous evidence of rusting in the path of the muffler, eventually would lead to hole and fumes that would be able to enter into trunk, took it to the dealer, dealer...
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-07-24
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1988 Toyota Cressida — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1988 Toyota Cressida 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 1988 Toyota Cressida?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1988 Toyota Cressida have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.