1989 Toyota Toyota Truck
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1989: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 8 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and gasoline.
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Recall of head gaskets in Toyota trucks started in 1996. My vehicle is a 1989/1990 Toyota mini motorhome...truck 89..sea breeze motor home built in 1990. They refused to fix.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-04-15
Timing belt failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-19
Visibility
1 of 8 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.
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Broken windshield: a crack extending from bottom of frame across middle of glass. I purchased this auto with this defect and intend to have it repaired. However, I have seen three other Toyota Pickup's in the last 3 days with the same type of break.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-14
Vehicle speed control
1 of 8 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Tires
1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.
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While driving, the left rear tire went flat causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and hit the median wall causing damage to the left front fender, left mirror, left door, left side of truck and front bumper (This vehicle was a rented...
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-04
Steering
1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1989 Toyota Toyota Truck — pre-purchase inspection
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- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1989 Toyota Toyota Truck 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 1989 Toyota Toyota Truck?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Toyota Toyota Truck have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.