1992 Toyota Previa
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
35 complaints4 involved a crash2 involved a fire2 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Latches/locks/linkages
Toyota previa. manufacture dates between 1989 till 1993? but my 1992 toyota previa has a safety issue. the driver's door lock keeps on malfunctioning (will not open or operate properly) until lately (now/today), it will neither open from the outside or from the inside. all because of a bad…
Toyota previa. manufacture dates between 1989 till 1993? but my 1992 toyota previa has a safety issue. the driver's door lock keeps on malfunctioning (will not open or operate properly) until lately (now/today), it will neither open from the outside or from the inside. all because of a bad spring that IS attached (no longer) to the locking actuator. this IS a safety issue in part of when the vehicle gets into an accident, emergency crew or the drivers cannot exit the vehicle. drivers had to use the passengers door. this IS unsatisfactory. if this IS not a safety issue due in part to the negligence and knowledge of the toyota corp. Then we are really in dire straits for this country that I love. thank you. *Tr
- Power train › Driveline
1992 toyota previa accessory shaft was replaced 4 times, at the rate of 1 every 50,000 miles. going bad for the 5TH time now. common problem from other owners of this model. *Tr
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Dt*: the contact stated the passenger side power window was accidentally powered up and the passengers hand was pinned to the top of the window. the power window would not release nor would it power down. the window was physically pulled down enough to release the hand. minor injuries to the…
Dt*: the contact stated the passenger side power window was accidentally powered up and the passengers hand was pinned to the top of the window. the power window would not release nor would it power down. the window was physically pulled down enough to release the hand. minor injuries to the hand were sustained. the dealer and manufacturer have not been alerted. updated 12/12/2006 - later the consumer discovered that she had accidentally locked the windows. apparently the consumer had pressed the window lock button when she originally close the window. the consumer believes there should be some type of sensor to prevent the windows from being locked shut. *nm
- Latches/locks/linkages
For the last 10 months the electric driver's side lock on my 1992 toyota previa has been malfunctioning sporadically. sometimes it would work fine, others it would work manually. recently, the electronic lock has failed to function by any means, electronically or manually. I believe this could…
For the last 10 months the electric driver's side lock on my 1992 toyota previa has been malfunctioning sporadically. sometimes it would work fine, others it would work manually. recently, the electronic lock has failed to function by any means, electronically or manually. I believe this could be a serious problem in the event of an accident or vehicle fire wherein I would only be able to exit the passenger side assuming I can move over and do so. I have researched this extensively on the internet and apparently this seems to be a common problem for this vehicle and yet there was never either a recall or a warning/repair notice issued. *jb
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
While braking cruise control would not shut off. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak *nm
- Tires › Sidewall
Front tires were showing cracks in sidewall. *ak
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
In a yahoo.com auto review " a faulty expansion valve may cause the air conditioner to gradually loose efficiency in 1992 and 1993 toyota previas" I believe this IS my problem for I discovered I have plenty of freon inside.*ak
- Parking brake › Conventional
On 7/15/2001 I drove my wife's previa and noticed that it seemed to have an unusual amount of drag while gliding while in "drive" as if the brakes were somehow on, although neither the main brakes nor the parking brake were on. one day later, my toyota dealer tells me that it was a "sticking…
On 7/15/2001 I drove my wife's previa and noticed that it seemed to have an unusual amount of drag while gliding while in "drive" as if the brakes were somehow on, although neither the main brakes nor the parking brake were on. one day later, my toyota dealer tells me that it was a "sticking parking brake" and that it would cost $490 (!!) to fix. a few calls to other mi toyota dealerships confirmed that it's not an unusual problem at all. since the parking brake drum and shoe unit IS separate from the rear disc brake rotors, but still enclosed from the weather, I have no idea as to why this would be such a common problem. the cost of $490 IS about what a full dealer done brake job would cost if none of the rotors had to be replaced. it seems to me, and many other car owners were they asked, that brakes can wear out but for the environment to cause terminal deterioration in such an important system IS beyond comprehension. a high volume dealership service manager told me that they don't ever allow their mechanics to touch the parking brakes because "of the common occurrence of having those brakes seize up." how's that for reliability? (Or IS it plain liability?) plaese notify me if any others have reported this problem or if they have merely passively coughed uo the $500 bucks and 'gotten on with it.*ak
- Power train › Driveline
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
While driving 65mph a deer appeared out of nowhere & was hit. Upon impact with deer, neither air bags deployed.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
While driving exhaust system would make loud/horrible/rattling noises. Took vehicle to dealership & was informed by mechanic that flex tube was causing the problem. It was also affecting the catalytic converter & both needed to be replaced. *Ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Front driver's side door won't open . Took vehicle to dealer, and there would be a charge for repairs because car was not under warranty. Also, vehicle was unsafe because consumer had to slide across the seat to get out. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
A day or two after transporting a full load (six passengers plus driver, no luggage) and passing over a small bump on the access to a bridge on a main road (PR-2) the brake fluid started coming out the center metal brake lines that are attached to the rear differential of the vehicle. I took the…
A day or two after transporting a full load (six passengers plus driver, no luggage) and passing over a small bump on the access to a bridge on a main road (PR-2) the brake fluid started coming out the center metal brake lines that are attached to the rear differential of the vehicle. I took the vehicle,driving very slowly, stopping to add brake fluid' to a brake shop where a temporary repair was done. New brake lines were ordered from the us, as they were not available locally. *Ak
- Steering
Supplemental driveshaft needs to be replaced in most previas costing $1000
- Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Cassette tape will eject after started to play. Cd player has developed a one side only in "on" while the other side IS completely "off". with several attempts to operate of no luck.
- Suspension › Front › Control arm
The accessary shaft IS defective and to change the bushing you have to change the whole shaft which cost about $850. All the dealers know about the problem and in almost all the previa's from the yr 1991 to 1993 accessary shaft have been replaced. Please take a look at this problem.
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
The auxilliary driveshaft IS making noise. owner took vehicle in for check up, and was informed that the driveshaft needs to be replaced. dealer suggests that vehicle not be driven. *ak
- Structure › Body › Door
Electronic solenoid valve manfunctions. when this occurs consumer IS not able to exit vehicle. the dealer and manufacturer has been notified. *ak
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Air conditioner failed.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Driving at approximately 55 mph the vehicle will suddenly begin to slow down, will come to a complete stop, without pressing the brakes. Consumer tries to push the gas pedal to accelerate, causing the brakes to burn , intermittent problem. *ak
- Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Radio amplifier caught fire.
- Equipment › Other › Labels
Identification plate on inside of door frame on driver's side indicates that vehicle IS equipped with 15" tires, however this vehicle IS equipped with 14" tires.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
When opening fuel filler tank cap, a three foot flame shot out from it. continued to burn until put out.suspected, it ignited from the static electricity from person opening fuel tank cover. *ak
- Seats
The metal/aluminium bracket which holds the middle seat behind the driver and front passenger seat fell off.
- Suspension › Front › Macpherson strut
Son was going down freeway vehicle pulled to the right/lost control and rolled over one and a half times due to defective macpherson strut. *ak
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.
- 10133915Toyota 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 devices did not perform as expected, please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 10133649TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10132084The 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 installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly
- 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.
- 10131984A 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 Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.
- 10131961Toyota 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 SRS airbags or pre-tensioner devices did not perform as expected (including an unintended deployment event), please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 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.
- 10109492TSB: 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 installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
- 10109404TSB: 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 washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly.
- 605351Brief information regarding improved rear a/c magnetic valve to reduce internal valve corrosion.
- 604667Subject regarding toyota dinghy towing guide.
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