MYRModel Year Report

1986 Toyota VAN

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1986 Toyota VAN
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:03.811Z

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
9

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1986 9 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1994: 3 complaints 1994
1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1986 9 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1994: 3 complaints 1994
1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1986 9 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1994: 3 complaints 1994

1986: 9 complaints

View as data table
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

4 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIREINJURY

Electrical system

3 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and 12v/24v/48v battery.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Engine compartment fire, unknown source of fire in vehicle. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-12-11

Electrical fire under hood.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-15

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, 1995-03-07

Service brakes

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

Seat belts

1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1987-09-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-03-30 Igniter assembly failure
  2. R
    1989-07-21Steering89V089000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Toyota VAN — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 89V089000 · Steering
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, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Toyota VAN have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.