1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
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
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1982
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1982: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
2 of 2 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Show complaint excerpts
Pe00 048; consumer was traveling about 35MPH on a curb onto highway, and heard a loud noise. Left and right tires exploded after he hit curb.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-01-19
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak( DOT number: )
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-03
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1989-07-26Engineering analysisClosed 1989-11-30 Rear safety belt jams
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1989-11-30Seat belts89V155000 Rear seat lap belt may not return to fully retracted position after use.
Remedy: Install belt guide, or sheath, to decrease retracting resistance and allow free belt movement.
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1990-10-12Engineering analysisClosed 1991-08-30 Fuel tank leaks
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1991-07-12Fuel system, gasoline91V110000 No summary on file.
Remedy: Replace the fuel tank with an improved tank.
Buy-smart checklist
1982 Toyota Land Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 89V155000 · Seat belts
- Recall 91V110000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.