MYRModel Year Report

1986 Toyota VAN

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1986 Toyota VAN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:41:38.736Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota VAN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1986 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaints 1994: 3 complaints 1994
1986: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19830
19844
19856
19869
19876
19882
19893
19901
19943

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, UNKNOWN SOURCE OF FIRE IN VEHICLE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951211

HOT WIRE SHORTED OUT VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE HAD TO CUT GROUND CABLE TO TURN OFF THE POWER. RESULTED IN UNDERHOOD FIRE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950307

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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CONSUMER STATED WHEN BRAKING, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030113

SEAT BELTS

1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 9 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19870910 — PE (closed 19880330)

IGNITER ASSEMBLY FAILURE

R 19890721 — steering

THE STEERING BEVEL GEAR ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE WATER CONTAMINATION WHICH COULD LEAD TO RUST/CORROSION.

Remedy: REPLACE STEERING BEVEL GEAR ASSEMBLY; COVER LIQUID GASKET MATERIAL WITH IMPROVED MATERIAL.

Campaign 89V089000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Toyota VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V089000 (steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Toyota VAN 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 1986 Toyota VAN?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Toyota VAN have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.