1983 Toyota Supra
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1983
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1983: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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Going 45MPH engine locked up. Took to dealer & mechanic said top cam had blown out & needed replacing. Had it replaced. Problem not fixed. Took to another dealer & mechanic replaced entire engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-04-29
Wheels
1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.
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Four studs that hold the wheel on broke off, causing wheel to fall off. (New Jersey state police report)
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-03-25
Seats
1 of 4 total reports mentions: seats.
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While driving the metal on the seat cracked in half, causing the back of the seat to fall back. The dealer has been contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-10-29
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1984-10-03Engine and engine cooling84V108000 Oil pressure sender gauge may be defective. Continued engine operation under high temperature and high pressure may cause the sending unit to leak oil or may cause the engine to lock up.
Remedy: Replacement of the oil sender gauge without cost to the owner.
Buy-smart checklist
1983 Toyota Supra — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 84V108000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 1983 Toyota Supra 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 1983 Toyota Supra?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1983 Toyota Supra have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.