MYRModel Year Report

1985 Toyota MR2

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1985 Toyota MR2
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:56:02.340Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 6 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 12 complaints 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 4 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 6 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint
1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 6 complaints 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005
1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 6 complaints 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005

1985: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19853
19866
19875
19881
19891
199112
19921
19934
20004
20012
20026
20036
20042
20051

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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This vehicle appears to use a mechanical (Made out of plastic!) rocker lever that engages the seat belt reel when the doors are shut.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-06-11

Exterior lighting

1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.

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Headlights go out without warning while driving. Please describe details.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-01-09

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE
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Driving on highway, another vehicle honked, turned to look, vehicle was on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-04

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1987-08-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1987-12-10 Engine compartment fires

Buy-smart checklist

1985 Toyota MR2 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 Toyota MR2 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 1985 Toyota MR2?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1985 Toyota MR2 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.