1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
TOYOTA IS UNWILLING TO COMPLY WITH BELOW RECALL AND STATES THEY ARE UNABLE TO REPLACE FAULTY FUEL TANK. PLEASE ADVISE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200908
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 89V155000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL TANK LEAKS
No summary on file.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FUEL TANK WITH AN IMPROVED TANK.
Campaign 91V110000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1986 Toyota Land Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 89V155000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V110000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1986 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 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.