Toyota 86 Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Toyota 86 — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021Best | Excellent | — | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2020 | Excellent | — | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2019 | Excellent | 1 | 5 | 3 | — | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2018 | Excellent | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2017 | Excellent | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2016 | Excellent | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2015 | Good | 1 | 8 | 2 | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2014 | Excellent | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2013Worst | Avoid | 4 | 89 | 1 | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
9 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Toyota 86 Problems
Based on 108 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Toyota 86 Reliability
What year 86 has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2013 Toyota 86 had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 89 complaints and 4 safety recalls. See the full 2013 report for specific defects.
Is the Toyota 86 reliable?
The Toyota 86 has accumulated 108 owner-filed complaints and 10 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2021 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used 86.
What are the most common 86 problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Engine (68 reports), Power Train (9 reports), Fuel/Propulsion System (7 reports), Unknown Or Other (5 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my 86 has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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