Toyota Supra Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Toyota Supra model year (2020–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Toyota Supra Years to Avoid
5 recalls · 15 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 30
1 recall · 10 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 13
2 recalls · 5 complaints
Top issue: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 11
Best Toyota Supra Years to Buy
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 2 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 5
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Toyota Supra — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Good |
| 2023 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 11 | Caution |
| 2022 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 5 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 10 | — | — | 13 | Caution |
| 2020 | 5 | 15 | — | — | 30 | Avoid |
All 7 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Toyota Supra Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Supra models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Supra should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2020 Toyota Supra if possible. It has 5 recalls, 15 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 30 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Supra to buy?+
The 2024 Toyota Supra is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 1 recall and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Supra has the fewest problems?+
The 2024, 2022 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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