1989 Toyota Corolla
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1989 Toyota Corolla. Newest first.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
Owner complaints
23 complaints2 involved a crash6 involved a fire4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Vehicle speed control
In 1991, driving on hwy 5 in cal, sudden my car tacked out, accelerating beyond anything I've experience. This car IS before the current recall. I bring this up, because, at the time, I knew it was not the pedal. It seemed to me at the time that it was in the wiring or computer. I put the car in…
In 1991, driving on hwy 5 in cal, sudden my car tacked out, accelerating beyond anything I've experience. This car IS before the current recall. I bring this up, because, at the time, I knew it was not the pedal. It seemed to me at the time that it was in the wiring or computer. I put the car in neutral, it completely tacked out, risking that it would throw a rod. Then I turned the key, and shut off the engine as I drifted off the highway. Please don't let toyota get away with saying this IS just pedals, it was not for me. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages · Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Consumer wants nhtsa to investigate problem with the adjustable foot pedal. the consumer was involved in a vehicle accident. the consumer read about a problem with the adjustable pedal in which drivers could hit the wrong pedal during emergency braking. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Consumer states that while driving and no warning the brakes are grinding causing extend stopping distance. Dealer notified
- Tires › Tread/belt
On 7-9-02, 65 mph, the tire tread separated from tire (i have the original tire and seperated tread) tire maintained pressure without the tread. The separating tread dented the drivers fender, door, and broke off a plastic support to the front bumper. The care had been inspected 4 days prior and the tires passed. (16 y/o son was driving at the time) 3 other witness were in vehicle.*ak
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
There wasn't a warning of low fluid in the differential unit and it broke and locked up the front tires making the vehicle come to a dead stop. This IS not a part that IS checked for safety.*ak
- Seats
Vehicle was rearended by another vehicle which caused driver's seat to disconnect from seat tracks/anchors. dealer/manufacturer were not notified at this time. *Ak *yh
- Tires › Tread/belt
Tread separation was found by mechanic when rotating tires. *ak (dot number: 1B EV gd tiresize: p175/70r13)
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I was traveling at approx 35 mph enroute to the freeway when the transmission siezed locking up the front end, bringing the car to a screeching hault. I was fortunate that the driver behind me was able to react and avoid a collision. dealer confirmed a transmission problem. vehicle has not yet…
I was traveling at approx 35 mph enroute to the freeway when the transmission siezed locking up the front end, bringing the car to a screeching hault. I was fortunate that the driver behind me was able to react and avoid a collision. dealer confirmed a transmission problem. vehicle has not yet been repaired as I plan to replace the transmission myself with a used or rebuilt component. I don't expect any reibursement, but thought it should be reported as it did create a hazardous situation.
- Seat belts › Front › Webbing
No time to brake, seatbelts failed to contract so driver & passenger hit the dashboard with injuries.
- Vehicle speed control
Toyota was being driven through a parking lot when all of a sudden it accelerated out of control. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving at approximately 60-65 mph heard rattling noise like loose fan belt in the front of car underhood, something dropped off the car, then smoke occurred, flames came out, part of the engine block missing and there IS a big hole in the engine. Dealer not aware of the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information. *ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
After turning engine off, after running for about 25 minutes, the car went into post- ignition, and about 5 minutes later the car caught on fire under the hood and was totalled. Not sure of the exact cause of fire. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch
Automactic transmission, can remove the key in any gear. Removed the key in reverse and vehicle rolled backwards, impact 6:00 position, hit a parked vehicle. *ak
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylinders
Brake drum fell off.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery · Seats · Structure › Body › Door
Vehicle immediately caught fire when struck from rear.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Tail pipe replaced.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
Catalytic converter noise.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash · Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
The vehicle caught on fire in the engine while the vehicle was parked. Please describe. *ak
- Electrical system › Wiring
Wire shorted because gearshift was rubbing it. *ak
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system
5 panels of the rear window defogger do not work, creating poor visibility. *tt
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Car was parked and started it off car caught on fire . *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline
The car on fire starting front of engine.please describe. tt
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
The front passenger side seat belt buckle IS broke. tt
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10244113TSB: 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 requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10207946POL: 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 customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Toyota.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
- 10197476Replacement vin plates.
- 10197473Product general information.
- 10188913TSB: 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 requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10174891TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
- 10174890TSB: 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 aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. 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 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10152205TSB: 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 versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. 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 other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10145776Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
- 10145749Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10145748Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10143953TSB: 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 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, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. 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 listed in this Service Bulletin. Replacement Certification Label and VIN Plate Criteria A replacement certification label and/or VIN plate may be requested if: ? The vehicle was in an accident and the label and/or plate is damaged or attached to a part that will be replaced during the repair. ? The label and/or plate was stolen.
- 10133649TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10131993This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
- 10131988The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10131713TSB: 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, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. REVISION NOTICE January 11, 2018 ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. 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 listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10123420TSB: 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 listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10111390TSB: 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 other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10111197TSB: 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 other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
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