Toyota Van 1985
Model Van made in 1985 by Toyota got 7 consumer complains there are 3 investigations as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, seat belts and steering. The car had some investigations: electrical system, steering. There was one recall concerning steering . The car has one 2.0l engine.
Model 1985
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.0L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 21/23/22 | 24/30/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 15 | 84 830 |
| ( 2.0L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 23/25/24 | 25/32/28 | Regular | $ 782 | 15 | 84 830 |
| ( 2.0L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 21/23/22 | 24/30/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 15 | 84 830 |
| ( 2.0L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 23/25/24 | 25/32/28 | Regular | $ 782 | 15 | 84 830 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - LINKAGES - ROD - RELAY - CONNECTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 86V060000 | TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD. | from 08/01/1983 to 07/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 103700 | 08/15/1986 | MFR | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 05/12/1986 | 05/13/1986 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The center control arm of the steering linkage system may develop a crack if the steering wheel is repeatedly operated while vehicle is in parked position. the steering center arm may eventually break. consequence of defect: a cracked steering center arm will allow steering control, however, if the steering arm breaks, it would result in complete loss of steering control and possible accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace center control arm with a redesigned control arm. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: steering linkage/center arm.vehicle description: vans and cargo vans equipped with power steering. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||
| PE87057 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 09/10/1987 | 03/30/1988 | IGNITER ASSEMBLY FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| STEERING | ||||||
| PE89127 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 06/07/1989 | 09/27/1989 | STEERING GEAR FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA89038 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 09/27/1989 | 09/20/1990 | STEERING GEAR FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| Vehicle can be started with any key that can fit halfway into the ignition switch. dealer has not seen. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 10/04/1994 | 1 | 08/27/1985 | |
| Seat belt failed during collision resulting in injury, due to design flaw, seat belt only works at a 15% tilt. | |||
| 01/06/1996 | 6 | ||
| Seat belt designed so that it does not engage at less than 15 degree tilt, causing it to fail in accident. *dh | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/01/1999 | 01/01/1999 | ||
| The seatbelt buckles have cracks in the plastic outer components. is there a recall on these seat belts? also, your websight indicates a recall for steering components on this 1985 toyota van. having bought the vehicle used, how can i know the affected parts have been replaced?*ak | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - ARM - IDLER AND ATTACHMENT | |||
| 04/25/2002 | 196616 | 1 | 01/01/2000 |
| 1985 toyota van with power steering. part of linkage called center arm snapped in half while traveling at approximately 55 mph during turning. there was immediate loss of steering control. no bodily injury occurred, but had this occurred at freeway speed, i would undoubtedly be dead. *ts ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis***761467 | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - KNUCKLE - SPINDLE - ARM | |||
| 06/01/1985 | 5 | 10/03/1984 | |
| Not notified of recall of steering arm and front tires wear unevenly, constantly requiring replacement. | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 06/01/1985 | 5 | 10/03/1984 | |
| Not notified of recall of steering arm and front tires wear unevenly, constantly requiring replacement. | |||