MYRModel Year Report

1989 Toyota Cressida

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1989 Toyota Cressida
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:53:38.843Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Cressida Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1982: 1 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaints 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 7 complaints 1992: 2 complaints 1992
1989: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19821
19831
19842
19854
19865
19875
19882
198910
19904
19917
19922

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

4 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and emission control.

INJURY
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THE TRANSMISSION FAILS TO SHIFT GEARS FOR NO REASON, NO-ONE REALIZE WHAT'S THE CAUSES. THE CAR DIES WHEN MAKING TURNS VERY OFTEN, AGAIN, NO ONE CAN FIND OUT THE REASONS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030119

Also filed under EQUIPMENT

SEAT BELTS

4 of 10 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

CRASH INJURY
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MOTORBELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN DRIVER DURING COLLISION, CAUSING INJURY.

NHTSA ODI report, 19961029

INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT THE DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT DID NOT RESTRAIN THE DRIVER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960730

EQUIPMENT

3 of 10 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.

INJURY
TIRES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Toyota Cressida — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 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 1989 Toyota Cressida?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Toyota Cressida have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.