1989 Toyota VAN
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1989: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 4 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1994 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing linkages.
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Accelerator linkage cover located between the brake pedal and the gas pedal, caused a rear end crash because driver's foot caught on the cover, and was not able to push on the brake pedal. VAN was totalled in the crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-05-18
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
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Inner door lock relase failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-04-08
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.
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While driving the vehicle, engine compartment fire, under the hood, electrical short. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-12-19
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 VAN — pre-purchase inspection
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- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1989 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 1989 Toyota VAN?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Toyota VAN 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.