Toyota Corolla 1993
Complaint Information: Recalls, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins, Recall Investigations, OBD II Codes
Recall 74007 [USA]: The absence of the weld can allow the strut to come out of its mounting position under certain extreme driving conditions which could cause damage to surrounding vehicle components increasing the risk of a crash.
Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, p/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. The affected front strut mounts did not contain a weld joint between the bearing housing and the rate plate.
ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. The safety recall began on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.
this recall only pertains to aftermarket gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor front strut mounts and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors, nissan, or toyota.Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .Recall 85937 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.The list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .Recall 79791 [USA]: Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
k2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.Recall 61092 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
this recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.For more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.Recall 28893 [USA]: This leakage condition could cause the air bag to inadvertently deploy.
If liquid is spilled in the console box area, the air bag warning light can illuminate and stay "on" during normal driving conditions.
dealers will install a protective cover over the air bag sensor to prevent possible malfunction caused by the spilling of liquid substances on the sensor. Air bag sensors damaged by previous liquid spillage will be replaced.
system: interior; passive restraint; air bag impact sensor. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Owner notification: owners have already been notified of this campaign. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.Recall 17474 [USA]: This causes an electrical short inside the harness, and can result in a vehicle fire.
An unused harness connector for power windows, power door locks and sunroof was improperly routed under the floor carpet in the left kick panel. If the vehicle is operated in cold weather conditions where large amounts of road salts are used, the salt water or snow carried into the vehicle by the driver's shoes can penetrate the carpet and drip onto the connector resulting in the formation of a salt bridge between the terminals.
dealers will remove the unused harness connector.
system: electrical system: wiring.Vehicle description: corolla passenger vehicles built in japan or canada not equipped with power windows, power door locks and sunroof, registered in the following states: ct, il, in, me, ma, mi, nh, nj, ny, oh, pa, ri,vt, and wi.Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.Recall 1996209 [Canada]: Airbag
On certain vehicles, there is a possibility that spilled liquid in the console box area could leak into the air bag sensor, causing the airbag warning light to come on. As a result, the airbag may not function properly. Correction: dealers will install a modification kit to prevent this condition.Recall 1994179 [Canada]: Electrical
An unused harness connector for vehicle accessories may have been improperly routed under the floor carpet in the left kick panel. Salt, water or snow carried into the vehicle by the driver's shoes may penetrate the carpet and repeatedly drip onto the connector. This could result in the formation of an ice bridge between the terminals, possibly causing an electrical short inside the connector. If this were to occur, the connector could heat up, creating the risk of a vehicle fire. Correction: unused connector will be relocated.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- TSB003220 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and vin plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
- Toyota Safety Re - EQUIPMENT: Toyota safety recall and service campaign - technician certification requirements 4.14.2022
- Toyota PRO19-02 - TIRES: Pol: this consolidated tire warranty guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
- T-PG007-01 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Replacement vin plates.
- T-PG002-91 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Product general information.
- T-SB-0032-20 Rev - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and vin plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
- T-SB-0304-17 Obs - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: obsolete notice april 07, 2020: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0032-20. Replacement certification labels and vin plates
- T-SB-0032-20 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin nos. Pg021-88, pg015-89, pg0015-90, pg002-91, pg002-93, pg005-97, pg007-01, pg007-07, pg006-01, pg004-97, t-sb-0144-08, and t-sb-0304-17. The a
- TSB018217 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes sb no. T-sb-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service bulletin no. T-sb-0101-11 is obsolete and any printed
- Safety Recall an - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Update on technician certification requirements.
- PG006-01-Obsolet - EQUIPMENT: Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
- PG004-97-Obsolet - EQUIPMENT: Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
- T-SB-0304-17_Rev - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: revision notice july 31, 2018 rev2: ? The supersession notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 rev1: ? The supersession notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Supersession notice
- T-TT-0213-13 - AIR BAGS: Toyota vehicles are equipped with srs, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the srs airbags or pretensioner devi
- T-SB-0144-08_Obs - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: obsolete notice november 21, 2017: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
- T-SB-0071-11 Rev - POWER TRAIN: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid mil ?On,? Shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when
- TS-BO030-01 Obso - VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS): This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0185-13.
- T-SB-0185-13 - VISIBILITY: The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- T-SB-0141-13 - PARKING BRAKE: A new special service tool (sst 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the b
- T-TT-0213-13 - AIR BAGS: Toyota vehicles are equipped with supplemental restraint systems (srs), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the
- T-SB-0304-17_Rev - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin nos. Pg021-88, pg015-89, pg0015-90, pg002-91, pg002-93, pg005-97, pg007-01, pg007-07, and t-sb-0144-08. Service bulletin nos. Pg021-88, pg015-89
- T-SB-0304-17 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Tsb: vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and vin plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis
- T-SB-0101-11 Rev - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: when servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
- T-SB-0101-11 Rev - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: when servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
- T-SB-0134-14 - POWER TRAIN: Tsb: the purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid mil "on" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
- T-SB-0014-11 Rev - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Tsb: the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
- T-SB-0141-13 - PARKING BRAKE: Summary to be provided on a future date.
- T-SB-0071-11 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Summary to be provided on a future date.
- SSCT03 - AIR BAGS: Reminder to dealers regarding air bag malfunction lamp illumination. *tt
- TC01030 - AIR BAGS: Information regarding air bag malfunction indicator lamp. *yd
- BO02601 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE: Subject regarding shoulder belt anchor tape set. *yd
- SSCT03 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE: Subject regarding reminder of air bag indicator lamp. *tt
- TC00012 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE: Subject regarding owner renotification of special service campaign t03- air bag malfunction indicator lamp on. *tt
- AX00101 - STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID: Technical service bulletin regarding retro-fit internal trunk release kits. *tt
- AX00499 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES: Subject regarding toyota dinghy towing guide. *tt
- DL00198 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Replacement of the front axle hub nut. *yc
- COM04010497B - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: A production change has been made to the hazard switch to improve the performance of the turn signal circuit in cold ambient temperatures. *jd
- TC95004 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH: Special service campaign - r03- campaign to correct harness corrosion problem on vehicles operating in states that use salt to control snow and ice. Special instructions extended the campaign to vehicles that had operated in one or more
- TC94014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Service campaign - ro3 - toyota has determined that an unused wire harness connector on certain subject model sedans operating in cold weather conditions can experience an electrical short circuit due to salt contamination. When salt water
Turn signal failures investigation as of 19970722
There is no summary currently available
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20121231 |
According to you, i have been driving a killer car since 2013. Contacting my local toyota dealer, several times and bring in my vehicle for repair has failed. You regret any inconvenience? Does that cover injury or death? I will never buy another toyota vehicle. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20120514 |
Car in storage entered vehicle seat belt locked in place would not retract. *tr
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20101219 |
Car was perfect just came home from picking my mother up..Son came home a few minutes later, less than five mins. And told me my horn was making a funny sound and car lights were flashing, i then went outside to see and noticed lights were on , and when i went to see if i left them on, i opened the door and noticed there was a fire in the front drivers side of the car. As i ran inside the house to get water to put fire out, i had my wife call the fire dept. And within a few minutes i came outside and saw the vehicle interior completely engulfed. The car was completely on fire. The weather was cold and snowing with salt on the ground . *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20050716 |
Dt: 1993 toyota corola. The consumer tookv ehicle to a mechanic because the air conditioner would not work. The mechanic took a wire through the vehicle and attached it to the secondary fuse box. The vehicle will not start. Everything stopped working on the vehicle on 7-17-05. *ajk
No | No | N | None | None | 20050705 |
I have replaced the exhaust manifold three time,the material use to manufacture this part was cheap causing it to crack. *nm
Crash | No | N | None | 1 Dead | 20040925 |
Tl* 1993 toyota corolla. When the driver attempted to move the vehicle from one parking space to another, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into a tree. The frontal air bag deployed causing internal injuries that killed the driver on impact. The manufacturer sent an investigator to diagnose the failure. The investigation concluded that the vehicles sudden acceleration mileage was 18 mph when it crashed into the tree. The current and failure mileages were 40,000. A police report was filed. Updated 03/14/10 *bf updated04/16/10. *lj document written in spanish. Updated 10/12/10 updated 9/21/2011*cw
No | No | N | None | None | 20040624 |
While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers failed. This caused poor visibility to the driver. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle , and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that windshield wiper motor needed to be replaced. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 20040516 |
I own toyota carolla (1994 model) and my wife was involved in an accident - front impact. She must be travelling between 20-25 mph when the accident occur and still the driver and passenger side airbag didn't inflate. Because of this she had bruised her jaw and broke the bone on her side face. No changes have been made in order to avoid any repeition like this. I would expect the driver side airbags to inflate on frontal impact.
No | No | N | None | None | 20040119 |
While driving 55 mph srs light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the clock spring needed to be replaced. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20031110 |
The fuel line that comes from the gas tank to the fuel line that goes to the engine ruptured at the connector and started leaking which could have blown up my car. Toyota has a serious issue with their fuel lines. There is a connector which joines the two fuel lines and that is where the leak occurred. From what i have seen now i will try to avoid buying a toyota with this type of connector. The connector is exposed underneath the car, and it seems it can easily be broken. Toyota did not put any protection around this coupler which seems it can easily be broken and become a hazard. I had to get if fixed and it cost me over $1,000.00 which included a new gas tank. When i spoke with toyota customer service on this, they did not even care about what happened. They are lucky that my car did not blow up or cause a fire. One day i came out and saw gasoline dripping on the side of the car, it was the fuel line that started leaking. The coupler rusted out. Can you believe that.*ak
Crash | No | N | None | None | 20031019 |
While driving 20 mph driver applied the brake pedal and vehicle failed to stop. It collided into the vehicle in front. Upon impact, both frontal air bags failed to deploy. Driver was able to drive the vehicle to a garage for inspection. The cause ha not been determined. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030731 |
I purchased my 93 toyota corolla in 94 and my clear coat is coming off on the doors and bumpers. I`ve talked to the local dealership months back and they said that year was a bad type of clear coat. I was wondering what i should do about it? I can`t afford a brand new paint job. But i want some type of closure out of this. The clear coat chips off like its a very thin piece of ice on it. It just looks terrible. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030618 |
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning airbag light appeared on the dashboard. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030217 |
Driver's window regulator has failed and had to be replaced two separate times at $500 each time. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20021112 |
Exterior lights. I had the exterior lights meaning brake lights and parking lights replaced by the dealer. About a couple years later my brake ligths would not work nor my parking lights and turning lights. Well i took it to another toyota dealer, and on the light bulbs there are two solder joints on the bulb and they melted together causing a short in the electrical system. They got too hot, and they could have even melted in the socket harness. I do not know what replacement bulbs the toyota dealers are using but buyer beware. They heated up in the wiring harness and i am very lucky they did not cause a fire. I hope the nhtsa looks at the bulbs that toyota dealerships are using and at least making sure they are spect out for heat buildup inside these plastic sockets which could melt.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020813 |
While driving at any speed consumer can smell strong chemical fumes throughout vehicle. It could cause consumer to have health problems.*ak
No | No | N | 2 Injured | None | 20020306 |
While backing out of driveway vehicle revved out of control. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20011222 |
No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20011213 |
Three times alternator has been replaced, with the second and third being only 2 years apart!*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20011013 |
Consumer noticed fuel leaking from underneath vehicle. A private mechanic examined vehicle and determined there was a crack in fuel tank near heat shield for exhaust system that was responsible for leak. Repair shop was replacing fuel tank to correct the problem. Parts were available for inspection. Please provide any additional information / attachments.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010831 |
Air bag light on instrument panel illuminated. Dealership previously checked vehicle for any applicable recalls and found no information on computer system. However, within the past two weeks consumer received a follow-up recall 96v107000 notice. *ak consumer informed dealer of recall notice received, dealer explained they did not find recall because of new computer system, dealer ordered the air bag sensor part, consumer has appointment to have recall repairs. *tt
Crash | No | N | None | None | 20010718 |
During front end collision, @25-30 mph, driver's air bag failed to deploy. Car was totaled or near totaled (yet to be determined) *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010131 |
Fourth cylinder was damaged by a loose valve, requiring replacement of engine. Damage manifested as i was making a right turn and reaccelerating. Car began to slow down, steering wheel became rigid, a cloud of smoke came out, and the car just died.*ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 20001018 |
My husband was struck on the drivers front side and front of car, causing the whole front end to be smashed in, including the fire berecade wall. When hit, air bag in the car on the drivers side did not deploy, causing him to hit the window. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000831 |
Vehicle was turning a corner when the axle broke at the thread area this caused the wheel to break away from the the vehicle being held on by only the brake assembly. If the vehicle had be going faster this could of been a disaster
No | No | N | None | None | 20000805 |
I had the recall done on my car several years ago on the seat belt harness. Teh first switch failed that was in the recall and they replaced that one at jim biaer in fort madison, iowa and now the switch on the drivers side will not work at all i can hear it clicking but it is inoperative. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000630 |
Dealer told me that exhaust maniold crack was very common with 1993 toyota corolla. Exhaust manifold crack causes inproper air mixture and excessive air polution. Casues improper air/fuel ratio in catalytic converter, and dangerous exhaust fumes in car's passanger compartment.
No | No | N | None | None | 20000601 |
Vehicle experiencing problem with air bag sensor light remaining on. Vehicle been in dealer shop on two occasions, and repairs was made at consumer's cost. Problem reoccurred. Vehicle taken back to dealer for repairs, problem has not returned since. Repairs were made at owner's cost. *ak *ml
No | No | N | None | None | 20000509 |
Consumer was not satisfied with the work that dealer did to car concerning air bag system failure. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000430 |
Red airbag light is always on. Consumer feels that the airbag may not come out in an accident. *ak
Crash | No | N | 2 Injured | None | 20000404 |
Vehicle was rearended and pushed forward into a vehicle in front,driver's side airbag deployed, causing laceration to face and chin and burns on chest.Seatbelts were worn at the time, but the passenger side shoulder belt did not retract, relying entirely on the waist belt to hold passenger, who was thrown forward. *ak *ml
No | Fire | N | 1 Injured | None | 20000213 |
Car driven 3 miles to bank, parked, locked. Wife entered bank, exited 2-3 minutes later, went to car, someone yelled, look out car is on fire, she started to open door, viewed orange flames, black rancid smoke, people yelling it will explode, evacuate the area, she was badly frightened, ran away, fire and police responded immediately. Wife new mother, baby's car sear , clothing, toys, burned, soaked in sooty water. She became very upset, trouble sleeping, nightmares, feels high level of anxiety, seeking medical attention for trauma. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19991103 |
The air bag did not inflate during accident but smoke came from it. Yh
No | No | N | None | None | 19991031 |
Vehicle experiences fuse failures intermittenly, dealer has been unable to identify the problem. *mj
No | No | N | None | None | 19991031 |
Engine rod "blew-up" through engine block according to dealer. Thank you and have a better day.
No | No | N | None | None | 19990831 |
Driver's seat belt failed to retract which caused belt to be inoperative when used, leaving driver without any type of restraint if involved in an accident. Manufacturer notified and consumer waited for a response. Also seeking additional information or help from nhtsa in this matter. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990702 |
While driving at 35 mph three of the four tires blew out at sidewall of the tires separating, and the consumer lost control, but was able to regain control of the vehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990418 |
Design of exhaust manifold caused it to crack, due to lack of vents.
No | No | N | None | None | 19990410 |
Both driver's side and passenger's side front windows are inoperable due to motor regulator which has gone bad. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the regulator motor. Please provide any fruther details. *ak
No | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19990325 |
Air bag deployed causing injury. The air bag almost rendered me unconscious. The automobile although totalled provided maximum passenger protection. The air bag system on all cars are an injury hazzard. My only emergency room treatment was due to the air bag lacerations and abrasions. *ak
Crash | No | N | 2 Injured | None | 19990214 |
My daughter was involved in a rear-end accident with enough damage to the front end of the toyota to total the car. Her air bag did not deploy, and the seat belts did not lock in the front driver and passenger seats. She and her boyfriend, who was in the front right seat, were both injured because the seat belts did not lock, and the air bag did not deploy. Again, car is a total loss - air bag and belts did not work. Pictures are available.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19981117 |
Car was parked in driveway and not running when fire began under hood of car. Fire department extinguished the fire. Fire department said it was electrical in nature. Entire engine and hood is burned. Water damage to inside of car when trying to extinguish the dash.
No | No | N | None | None | 19980924 |
Consumer learned of a broken wire from the a/c harness, dealer added a extended wires and reconnected to harness. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980918 |
Passenger and driver side power window regulators failed.
No | No | N | None | None | 19980611 |
Oil pressure switch is in a bad location, the location allows the alternator to hit the switch when going over pot holes, causing failure of the switch.
Crash | No | N | None | None | 19980606 |
Consumer stopped behind another vehicle on the road. The other vehicle started backing up toward consumer's vehicle and she tried to reverse. But, the transmission did not answer. Also, moving the pawl to reverse, pawl popped out of reverse. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980530 |
Airbag malfunction light illuminating, however recall work denied by dealership.
Crash | No | N | None | None | 19980213 |
Air bag: going north in parking lot, coming to stop and proceeding to leave stop. Approached another vehicle which was speeding,going west in parking and the two vehicles collided,smashing the front of the car. Neither air bag deployed. Toyota sent investigators out and they said car was not hit hard enough for air bags to deploy. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980205 |
Power window regulator cable assembly broke on two occasions. *mjs
No | No | N | None | None | 19980128 |
Power window regulator failed.
Crash | No | N | None | None | 19980121 |
When vehcle was involved in an inter-sectional crash the driver's side air bag did not deploy. Vehicle was traveling about 35 mph. The vehicle is being repaired. *ak
Crash | No | N | None | None | 19980115 |
While driving on highway traveling 50-65 mph, vehicle traveled over some black ice, causing the vehicle to lose control. Resulting in an accident. Air bags did not deploy. Please provide further details. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19970730 |
Driver's side wheel bearings failed twice. *ak
Crash | No | N | None | None | 19970728 |
Vehicle was struck in the side and was thrown into another a vehicle. The air bag did not deploy until vehicle had come to a complete stop, which then exploded on the driver.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970728 |
Before receiving the recall, vehicle involved in a serious impact, air bag did not deploy on time, it deployed after the accident and then exploded.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970717 |
Driving to intersection, speed control off; engine started revving high; speed control went on; applied brakes, but it did not disengage. Vehicle went through intersection. Pulled over & turned it off. Restarted it & same problem. Husband found broken cable. Will be taken to dealer. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19970409 |
Child was in rear back passenger's side seat when vehicle came to a sudden stop, seat belt came unfastened. Belt did have a locking clip on it. *ak
Crash | No | N | 2 Injured | None | 19970330 |
Vehicle was hit from the rear and slammed into vehicle in front. Driver side air bag did not deploy. Vehicle was struck twice more from the rear. Driver side seat was broken during impact when driver was thrown back.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970316 |
I am the original owner of a 1993 toyota corolla. The insided door handle broke on me around 1997, and again a about a year later. The handle just broke in half. I did not report this at the time, because i did not know this webpage existed. After reading all the other complaints you would think that toyota would step up to the plate and admit they made defective door handles on their cars. What is worst yet, was that a person could be trapped in their car, and not get out if they were in a crash or if something happened. I thought toyota cared about its customers. You would think the nhtsa would have seen all the service complaints on this issue and made toyota fix the door handles. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19970107 |
Frontal collision, impact 12:00 position, speed 35mph, driver's side airbag did not deploy. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19961117 |
The driver's side inside door handle broke .*ak as consumer pulled the lever to open the door on the driver's side she heard a snapping sound and realized that the frame around the lever had cracked, consumer states she was told this happens often, and that plastic from which it is made is weak.*jb
No | No | N | None | None | 19961028 |
Defroster only works when a/c is in use.
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19961015 |
Vehicle was trying to make a left turn and another vehicle struck it from the front end and the air bag did not deploy. *ak consumer was injured in accident. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19960819 |
Sudden acceleration, causing accident.
No | No | N | None | None | 19960818 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal would intermittently become stuck. Also, the transmission was replaced three times since the vehicle was purchased. The dealer advised that the plate in which the transmission was sitting on was bent abnormally and believed it to be a manufacturing defect. The contact believed the failure was related to the sticking accelerator pedal. The dealer was unable to diagnose the sticking accelerator pedal failure. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 170,000.
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19960812 |
Involed in a head- on collision and the air bag did not deploy and the lap/shoulder seat belt did not lock. Please give more information about accident.*ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19960807 |
Vehicle was involved in frontal collision, impact 12:00 position speed 30mph, driver's side airbag did not deploy.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19960715 |
Goodyear eagle tire blew out (p185/65r/14-853), hole in sidewall
No | No | N | None | None | 19960613 |
Inside door handles made of plastic, causing them to break from normal usage. *dh
No | No | N | None | None | 19960518 |
The inside plastic frame holding door latch brok, preventing passenger's from exiting vehicle.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19960408 |
Electrical fire.
No | No | N | None | None | 19960406 |
Ongoing problem with starter failure. Starter has been replaced on three occasions, and vehicle would not start. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle needs a starter again. Seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19960330 |
Seat belt stuck inside retractor.
Crash | No | N | None | None | 19960324 |
During impact, the driver's side air bag did not deploy. Please describe. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19960201 |
Driver air bag did not deploy after hitting a patch of ice at 30mph then accelerating into a front end collision with a tree. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19960127 |
Air bag sensor defective. *sd
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19960115 |
Wiring under dash broad caught fire. Please describe details. Tt
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19960101 |
Air bag deployed but only to right of driver. Owner also received cut on neck from plastic sticking from steering column. Tt
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19951121 |
Steering wheel locks up while driving, impact 11:00 position, speed 30 mph. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19950918 |
When putting the car in park the vehicle surged and went over a curb. Please describe. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19950819 |
Noisy brakes when stopping at high speeds. *skd
No | No | N | None | None | 19950630 |
While on driving on hwy vehicle went out of control for no apparent reason. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19950623 |
Plastic part behind l-shaped door handles on both front doors snapped/cracked trapping occupants inside; have to open door from outside or crawl over to rear.
No | No | N | None | None | 19950402 |
Air bag deployment without any impact while driving, vehicle had tire blow out. Tt
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19950402 |
Frontend collision into a divider and driver air bag did not deploy, vehicle totalled. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19950210 |
Vehicle stalls in the middle of traffic at randm dealer can't find problem. Tt
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19950208 |
No deployment of driver's airbag during accident, causing injuries. *aw
No | No | N | None | None | 19950204 |
Rear passenger window shattered when driver shut her door. *skd
No | No | N | None | None | 19950130 |
When station wagon come to a stop car cut off. Tt
Crash | No | N | None | None | 19950108 |
Airbag did not deploy upon front end impact; vehicle hydroplaned; hit water barrel on side of road; wet weather; exact speed unknown, possibly 20 to 30 mph. Tt
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19950101 |
Frontal collision impact 12:00 speed 40 mph, air bag deployed including burns to the face. Tt
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19941205 |
No deployment of driver's air bag during accident, resulting in injury. *skd
No | No | N | None | None | 19941019 |
Intermittent failure of turn signals. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19940913 |
Exhaust fumes inside vehicle. *aw
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19940703 |
Frontal collision impact 12:00 position speed 35mph, driver side air bag did not deploy, vehicle was hit by another vehicle. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19940611 |
Engine surges while in park/driving at speed below 50 mph/coasting to slowdown. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19940420 |
Driver/passenger seat belts do not properly retain occupants. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19940130 |
Exhaust leak causes health problems.
No | No | N | None | None | 19940109 |
Rear defroster failed 4 times. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19931014 |
Tail lights keep burning out every 5,000 miles. Problem keeps reoccurring. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that this vehicle covered under a manufacturer's recall. Feel free to provide further details. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19930904 |
Misalignment, causing vehicle to pull hard to the right. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19930505 |
Applied brakes before impacting crossing vehicle, upon impact air bag did not deploy. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19930330 |
Leak in trunk, causing a bad odor. *sd
No | No | N | None | None | 19930314 |
There is a noise in the rear structure of bumper when driving/hitting bumper/going over irregularities or bumps. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19930227 |
Computer system failed 4 times. *sd
No | No | N | None | None | 19921231 |
Exhaust manifold had a latent defect in the form of a cracked exhaust manifold. As time proceeded, the crack became an entire separation of the manifold near the center. This situation allows poisonous exhaust gases to escape whenever the engine is operating. These gases are primarily carbon monoxide -- an unscented and deadly gas -- along with others less hazardous. Since this is an inherent defect, either in the design of the manifold or in the quality of the manifold (or both), i definitely believe the manufacturer should recall the 1993 toyota corolla vehicles with 1.6 liter engines and repair or replace the defective part. *jb
No | No | N | None | None |
Harmfull level of carbon monoxide found inside the passenger compartment of the vehicle causing permanent injury to driver.
No | No | N | None | None |
The consumer received a recall notice and took the vehicle to the dealer. After waiting two hours the receptionist told him there were no spare parts to do the recall. (96v107000) *yh *scc
No | No | N | None | None |
Front door handles broke.
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None |
No deployment of the driver's side air bag during collision, resulting in injury to consumer. Mjs
No | No | N | None | None |
In the past year and a half i have had three handles break on my 1993 corolla. One handle just has a hole in the plastic, but two others actually broke off rendering the doors inoperable. The first incident occurred about a year ago. The right rear handle just fell off in my niece's hand when she attempted to open the door. Because the door must be taken apart to replace the plastic handle, i've been told that the cost for the repair is approx. $250.00. The second incident occured only a month or two later. The inside driver's handle broke off as i attempted to get out of the car. This was about a $75.00 repair that i had to make immediately. It scares me tho think of being trapped in the car with a broken door handle. I have yet to fix the right rear handle because of the excessive cost . Something has to be wrong with the plastic they used. No one i know has ever had a problem like this.
No | No | N | None | None |
The exhaust manifold has cracked, causing headaches and also there is a noise in the front of the vehicle before the car has warmed up. Please describe details. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None |
Consumer was involved in a frontal collision in which driver's air bag did not deploy upon impact. There was a delayed response which caused consumer to sustain injuries. Please give any further details. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Rear seat belt has a failure that doesn't allow the belt to retract back into it's hollister. As a result, the belt becomes inoperative. Dealership has been contacted. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Rear door lock will not open.
No | No | N | None | None |
Two inside front door handles failed.
No | No | N | None | None |
Rear shoulder belt retractor on driver's/passenger's sides jammed on 3 or more occasions because the slot through which the belt is retracted is too small. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Excessive exhaust fumes enter into vehicle, unable to rectify problem.
No | No | N | None | None |
No summary provided by consumer. 8mjs
No | No | N | None | None |
No summary
No | No | N | None | None |
3 inside door handles broke on my 93 toyota corolla. Happened at about the same time. Both front handles and rt rear door handle. Very strange.Brought to haley toyota and cost about 189.00 to fix. Shouldn't this have been paid for by the manufacturer??? Are there any recalls on these door handles?? We are not rough on the handles.... Can't believe that this is normal wear!! Please advise....Was brought to haley toyota in richmond, va and fixed on 12/23/99 for $188.11. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None |
Upon impact, during frontal crash at approximately 30mph, 12:30 on front bumper, driver's airbag failed to deploy, sustained injury as result. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Owner states that while driving vehicle pulls to the right. Owner took vehicle to dealer and had front end alignment, but that did not correct problem. Owner is concerned for safety. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Vehicles steering wheel horn does not intermittently work. The dealer cant fix it. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
While pulling into parking space vehicle suddenly accelerated, causing owner to fear for safety.Owner also notes at the time vehicle accelerated, it felt like cruise control was activated, but it wasn't. Ause has not been determined. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
The seatbelt retractors do not function properly. The belts will get stuck so that the buckle doesnt reach the receiver, and the occupant is left unprotected. Dealer has not seen vehicle. *ak
Crash | No | N | None | None |
Consumer was going 25mph while it was sunny outside & car began to accelerate up to a higher speed. The only way consumer was able to stop vehicle was to hit a tree. No injuries sustained. Car was towed, and toyota was contacted and will come out to look at vehicle. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None |
Upon impact, during frontal crash at approx. 40mph, 12:00 on front bumper airbag failed to deploy, shoulder/lap belt failed to retract, hitting steering column.
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None |
During a frontal crash, at approx. 30mph, 2:00 on bumper, airbag deployed then deflated upon contact of body force, when hit telephone pole. Tt
No | No | N | None | None |
Vehicles stalls out while driving with no prior warning. Tt