1991 Toyota Pickup
Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1991
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 29 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1981 | 3 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 59 |
| 1994 | 99 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
10 of 29 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and fan.
Power train
6 of 29 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and automatic transmission.
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Manual transmission slipping out of gear, vehicle rolled down an incline. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-08
Structure
5 of 29 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and underbody shields.
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The truck has body rust and extensive frame rust making it unsafe.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-18
Service brakes
4 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Steering
3 of 29 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing connecting.
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Consumer question about Toyota steering linkages rod. Consumer would like to know how long the manufacturer is held accountable for the malfunction of a part if the driver was in a accident and was killed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-04-28
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 Toyota Pickup. The contact stated that the vehicle had a safety recall on the relay rod.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-04-11
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-10-05Steering05V389000 On certain Pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, if the steering wheel is repeatedly turned under certain conditions where high steering effort and power assist are required, for instance, when…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering relay rod. The recall began October 5, 2005. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
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2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…
Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
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2008-12-17Exterior lighting08E050000 K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform…
Remedy: K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact K2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Toyota Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V389000 · Steering
- Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 08E050000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 1991 Toyota Pickup 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 1991 Toyota Pickup?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Toyota Pickup have?
- 3 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.