1995 Toyota Previa
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 |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1991 | 75 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 42 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 2001 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
27% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 10 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION, HITTING TWO DEERS/A TREE AND A FENCE. THE DRIVERS/OR PASSENGERS AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 19970924
FALSE DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG RESULTED IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE/ACCIDENT/INJURY.
NHTSA ODI report, 19961231
UPON IMPACT, DURING FRONTAL CRASH AT APPROX 15-20MPH, AIRBAGS DEPLOYED, WHEN CAME OUT BROKE METAL FRAME FOR GLASSES AND BURNED FACE AND RIGHT ARM. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950216
27% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 TOYOTA PREVIA. THE CONTACT SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AFTER SHE PARKED THE VEHICLE. SHE ATTEMPTED TO SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. SMOKE BEGAN TO RISE FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070604
THE EXHAUST PIPE CRACKED, WHICH CAUSED EXHAUST FUMES TO ENTER THE PASSENGER CABIN. DEALER DIAGNOSED THE CRACK WAS CAUSED DUE TO VEHICLE'S DESIGN. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030314
13% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing anchorage and buckle assembly.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WENT TO VENTURA TOYOTA TO SEEK REPAIRS ON MY SEATBELT FOR MY RECENTLY PURCHASED 1995 PREVIA BASED UPON THE 1997 IIHSA CRASH TESTS WHICH DETERMINED THAT THE ENERGY MANAGEMENT LOOP IN THE BELT WAS A DANGEROUS DEFECT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160805
13% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Toyota Previa — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (4 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1995 Toyota Previa 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 1995 Toyota Previa?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Toyota Previa have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.