Toyota Previa Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Toyota Previa have?

The Toyota Previa has 3 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 1991 through 1997. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Previa under recall?

Whether your specific Previa is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Previa year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 1991 Toyota Previa has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 2 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

3 recall campaigns on record across 2 model years of the Toyota Previa. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

166

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

2 affected model years12 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 1991

Affected Model Years

19971R · 7C 19912R · 61C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Electrical1 campaign (33%)

Transmission1 campaign (33%)

Visibility/Lighting1 campaign (33%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Toyota Previa

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

TIRES

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

AIR BAGS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Based on 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 15 injuries reported.

All Toyota Previa Recall Campaigns

#93V1470001991 Toyota PreviaElectrical

Issued: Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

FAILURE OF A SPECIFIC ELECTRONIC COMPONENT IN THE RADIOS CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.

Risk: IF THE FAILURE OCCURS, IT COULD RESULT IN A PASSENGERCOMPARTMENT FIRE.

Remedy: REPAIR THE RADIO.

#97V0560001997 Toyota PreviaTransmission

Issued: Apr 4, 1997

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

DUE TO A CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE OIL SEPARATOR PLATE AND THE DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING OF THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL UNIT, OIL LEAKAGE AT THE AIR BREATHER PLUG CAN OCCUR, WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED CONTINUOUSLY ABOVE 75 MILES PER HOUR.

Risk: OIL LEAKAGE WILL RESULT IN A SUFFICIENTLY LOW OIL SUPPLY TO CAUSE BEARING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL UNIT LEADING TO EVENTUAL SEIZURE OF THE UNIT INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MODIFIED AIR BREATHER PLUG TO PREVENT SUCH OIL LOSS.

#93V1130001991 Toyota PreviaVisibility/Lighting

Issued: Jul 7, 1993

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

CERTAIN WINDSHIELD WIPER COMPONENTS ARE SUBJECT TO PREMATURE FAILURE DUE TO INSUFFICIENT STRENGTH TO FUNCTION UNDER HIGH LOAD LEVELS.

Risk: THE WINDSHIELD WIPER ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL AND CEASEOPERATION ENTIRELY, RESULTING IN REDUCED DRIVER VISIBILITY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER.

Remedy: INSTALL NEW WIPER MOTORS, CERTAIN WIPER ARM COMPONENTS, AND RETORQUE THE WIPER ARM PIVOT.

Recalls by Component

1Electrical Recalls

#93V147000MY 1991

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

FAILURE OF A SPECIFIC ELECTRONIC COMPONENT IN THE RADIOS CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.

Toyota Previa Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Toyota Previa have?

The Toyota Previa has 3 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 1991 through 1997.

Is my Previa under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Previa year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 1991 Toyota Previa has the highest recall campaign count (2 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Previa recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Previa?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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