MYRModel Year Report

1986 Toyota MR2

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1986 Toyota MR2
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:38:57.423Z

Only 6 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 6 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 MR2 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1991: 12 complaints 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 6 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaints 2005
1986: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19853
19866
19875
19881
19891
199112
19921
19934
20004
20012
20026
20036
20042
20051

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 6 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

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THE OUTLET END OF THE EXHUAST PIPE FLANG WEARS THROUGH, CAUSING OIL TO LEAK RECALL #93E021001. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960611

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

FIRE
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I OWN AN 1986 TOYOTA MR2 WITH A 4 AGE ENGINE AND MANUAL TRANSMISSION. I WAS DRIVING AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD WHEN I APPROACHED A NEIGHBORHOOD INTERSECTION. THE ENGINE STARTED TO "REV" REALLY HIGH AND I PUT THE CAR INTO NEUTRAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100207

SUSPENSION

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE ROLLED OVER IN AN ACCIDENT. *DH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960711

SEAT BELTS

1 of 6 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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SEAT BELTS ARE CONTROLLED FROM A PLASTIC PIECE WHICH MAKES CONTACT WITH DOOR. OUT OF ALL THREE MR2'S I OWN AND ONES THAT I'VE SEEN NONE OF THEM ARE INTACT. MAKING ALL THE SEAT BELTS USELESS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100207

POWER TRAIN

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19870818 — PE (closed 19871210)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Toyota MR2 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 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 1986 Toyota MR2?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Toyota MR2 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.