MYRModel Year Report

1996 Toyota Paseo

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1996 Toyota Paseo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:39:58.637Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Paseo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 11 complaints 1993 1994: 10 complaints 1994 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaints 1997
1996: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
199216
199311
199410
19962
19971

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING NOTICED BURNING SMELL, PULLED TO SIDE, POPPED HOOD FOUND ENGINE COMPARTMENT IN FLAMES, FIRE DEPT. DETERMINED FAILURE OF FAN MOTOR. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960722

AIR BAGS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER WAS IN A FRONT END ACCIDENT AT 40 MPH AND THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, BOTH DRVER AND PASSENGER WHERE INJURED IN THIS ACCIDENT. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990510

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Toyota Paseo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 1996 Toyota Paseo?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Toyota Paseo 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.