1992 Toyota Pickup
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
25% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
23% of complaints: structure — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frame and members and underbody shields.
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THE FRAME HAS HAD EXCESSIVE RUSTING AROUND THE REAR SUSPENSION AREA FOR ABOUT 7-8 YEARS. REPAIRS HAVE HAD TO BE MADE TO THIS AREA. FINALLY, TOYATA ANOUNCED A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM BUT IT ONLY GOES BACK TO 1995. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20140701
Also filed under SUSPENSION
TOOK MY 1992 TOYOTA TRUCK IN FOR SERVICE WHILE ON THE LIFT THEY NOTICED THAT THE FRAME NEAR THE LEAF SPRING WAS RUSTED THROUGH. IT WAS LARGE ENOUGH TO PUT YOUR ARM THROUGH IT AND THEY SAID IT WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131112
11% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
PASSENGER'S 3-POINT RESTRAINT (RETRACTOR) FAILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990325
DRIVER'S SHOULDER BELT LOCKS UP WHILE DRIVING, PREVENTING DRIVER FROM TURNING TO LOOK OVER SHOULDER. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950504
11% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
9% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing connection.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 FU
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 05V389000 — check if this car was fixed
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 S
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.
Campaign 06E026000 — check if this car was fixed
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 WITH
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.
Campaign 08E050000 — check if this car was fixed
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Campaign 09E025000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Toyota Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V389000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E050000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E025000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1992 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 1992 Toyota Pickup?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Toyota Pickup have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.