1995 Toyota Previa
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Owner complaints
30 complaints7 involved a crash5 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Seat belts
I went to ventura toyota to seek repairs on my seatbelt for my recently purchased 1995 previa based upon the 1997 iihsa crash tests which determined that the energy management loop in the belt was a dangerous defect. I was told that there was an updated part for the vehicle, so I ordered it and…
I went to ventura toyota to seek repairs on my seatbelt for my recently purchased 1995 previa based upon the 1997 iihsa crash tests which determined that the energy management loop in the belt was a dangerous defect. I was told that there was an updated part for the vehicle, so I ordered it and had it installed on 8/4/16. after getting the vehicle back I realized that the "updated" part was not an updated part but was instead an older 1993 part which also had the same defect. I returned to ventura toyota and they acknowledged that it was not an updated part as they had represented. however, they are unable to make further repairs because there IS no updated part. they have also refused my request to remove the part which IS not as was represented or to refund my money. toyota has misrepresented the nature and type of part they were installing on my car and has knowingly installed a defective part on my vehicle which contains the same defect and IS older the one I specifically requested be removed.
- Vehicle speed control
When my wife uses the brake and IS turning the car. the accelerate for no apparent reason. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
Problem of unintended acceleration. we have a 1995 previa. About 3 yrs back the van would accelerate on its own. Luckily we did not have any accidents. First my wife noticed it. Then I started driving the van and noticed it too. Scared us. Really scary. I had to press on brake pedal forcefully…
Problem of unintended acceleration. we have a 1995 previa. About 3 yrs back the van would accelerate on its own. Luckily we did not have any accidents. First my wife noticed it. Then I started driving the van and noticed it too. Scared us. Really scary. I had to press on brake pedal forcefully to slow down and stop. took it to lansing toyota dealer, the head engineer thought it was one kind of sensor which was about $350.00. Once it was replaced, if it still did the same, he would replace another sensor that would cost $600.00. we first replaced the first sensor and still it would accelerate on its own. So we ended up replacing the other sensor and that solved the problem. We have not had any unintended acceleration problem since then. we never reported it 3 yrs ago (though we were told to) as we thought with aging of the vehicle it could cause these kind of problems and not be necessarily due to manufacturing defects. But reading about other toyota customers problems we decided to report it now as it may help other customers/keep them safe. we have most of the records related to above repairs at spartan lansing toyota. If you need more information please let us know. *Tr
- Equipment · Unknown or other
I have owned my 1995 car for 5 years. Just recently I was unable to start the car when the alarm went of. I didn't even know I had an alarm in this car.the alarm would not allow me to start my car. I finally took off the negative battery cable and put it back on and sometimes the car would start…
I have owned my 1995 car for 5 years. Just recently I was unable to start the car when the alarm went of. I didn't even know I had an alarm in this car.the alarm would not allow me to start my car. I finally took off the negative battery cable and put it back on and sometimes the car would start, but it would drive rough and stall out. I knew it had something to do with the acr alarm, so I contacted the company that made it. They were standoffish and told me it had nothing to do with the alarm.i looked on the net and found many post and even a video about this alarm causing problems and even stalling cars in traffic. Again I contacted the company to get written instructions on how to remove the device, they blamed my car and then told me they had no info for the devices serial number that I gave them. I emailed them photos of the device and have not heard back from them. I ended up taking the car to my mechanic and he removed the alarm and now the car runs fine. I am very concerned that there are many people out there that are in danger because of this alarm. Like I said I have owned this used car for several years and didn't even know it had a alarm, and one that could be potential hazardous. The company IS either not aware of this or they are purposely giving me the run-around. *Tr
- Fuel system, other · Fuel system, other › Delivery › Fuel pump
On at least four occasions while driving a highway speeds the vehicle completely shuts off. I managed to safely steer the vehicle to a safe area. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they replaced the fuel pump resistor assemble(part $# 23080-76010). Since owning this vehicle I have paid for…
On at least four occasions while driving a highway speeds the vehicle completely shuts off. I managed to safely steer the vehicle to a safe area. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they replaced the fuel pump resistor assemble(part $# 23080-76010). Since owning this vehicle I have paid for this repair, along with the towing charges, at least three times. This IS indeed a safety issue and I have not been contacted by toyota so they can address this safety issue. The first time this engine shut off occurred in 2000. It happened again in 2003; again in 2005 (i parked the vehicle for a year because of frustration); had vehicle repaired the summer of 2006; the resistor burned out again december 2007; I just replace the resister again. Please note the first time this occurred was in 2000 and it has occurred several times since then. It IS an ongoing safety issue. The date of purchase IS approximate. The defective part IS the fuel pump resistor that shuts off the fuel pump when it burns out/opens. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 toyota previa. the contact smelled something burning after she parked the vehicle. she attempted to shut off the vehicle but was unsuccessful. smoke began to rise from underneath the hood. when the smoke cleared, the vehicle's engine failed to restart. the engine size was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 140,000.
- Tires
Vehicle's passenger rear tire blew out.*mr while changing lanes the vehicle passenger side rear tire blewout. the driver lost control of the vehicle went off the roadway and struck the concrete divider wall. the vehicle sustained damage to the front end, front quarter panel, right rear side windows, left front quarter panel, rear bumper, right rear taillight cover and rear window (ohio traffic crash report). *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
The exhaust pipe cracked, which caused exhaust fumes to enter the passenger cabin. dealer diagnosed the crack was caused due to vehicle's design. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
My supercharged 1995 toyota previa minivan loses power when turning corners and climbing hills. It has not yet come to a full stop but slows down almost to a stop. our independent mechanic was unable to diagnose the problem when it first occurred in 1998 at 53,000 miles but suggested that we try…
My supercharged 1995 toyota previa minivan loses power when turning corners and climbing hills. It has not yet come to a full stop but slows down almost to a stop. our independent mechanic was unable to diagnose the problem when it first occurred in 1998 at 53,000 miles but suggested that we try using premium gas. that appeared to solve the problem but unbeknownst to us it was just masking it. The toyota dealers service rep who finally diagnosed the problem at 88,000 miles in november 2000, said that the problem IS an engine defect (his word). according to him, the material which toyota used for the engine block in the supercharged previas was too soft so the engine developed secondary and tertiary ridge rings. As I understand it, these extra ridge rings cause the anti-knock sensor to cut power to the engine under certain circumstances. it IS masked when using premium gas because premium burns hotter but he said that as the ridge rings become more pronounced, the premium gas will cease to compensate and we could lose all power abruptly. he stated that toyota had issued a tsb about the problem, which has been subsequently denied by the national customer service representatives. The dealer has replaced the defective engine block for other previa s/c owners whose vehicles are still under warranty but refuses to replace ours since the warranty has expired. The rep suggested that I should take the vehicle to a different toyota dealer who wouldnt know the history of the car and trade it in for a new vehicle. since that diagnosis we have not dared to drive the car beyond our community because we dont know when we will suddenly lose power. I filed an nhtsa complaint on 11.19.01 but never received a confirmation # or signature form. today I talked to your hotline rep who said that the complaint must not have gone through so I should file it again. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Car loses power when turning corners and climbing hills. problem currently doesn't occur when using premium gas, as suggested by our independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the problem when it first occurred in 1998. dealer service rep, who diagnosed the problem in november 2000, says…
Car loses power when turning corners and climbing hills. problem currently doesn't occur when using premium gas, as suggested by our independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the problem when it first occurred in 1998. dealer service rep, who diagnosed the problem in november 2000, says that the material which toyota used for the engine block in the supercharged previas was too soft so the engine developed secondary and tertiary ridge rings which, as I understand it, cause the anti-knock sensor to cut power to the engine under certain circumstances. it IS masked when using premium gas which burns hotter but he said that as the ridge rings become more pronounced, the premium will cease to compensate and we could lose all power abruptly. the dealer has replaced the engine block for other previa s/c owners whose vehicles are still under warranty but refuses to replace ours since the warranty has expired.*ak
- Air bags
Air bag warning light stays on, and the manual said to report to dealer immediately.*ak
- Air bags › Frontal
While driving at 50 to 60 mph and hit another car head-on. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While driving engine dies/no power and no acceleration, towed to dealer. Dealer put in a new engine at 31,000 miles. Two years later, the same problem occurred.*ak
- Vehicle speed control
While entering my vehicle at night, the wheel , specifically the "cruise control lever" was in the 6:00 o'clock position. I hit the lever with my knee while entering the vehicle and broke the lever. other than being upset for a most likely costly repair, I didn't think much of it until a few…
While entering my vehicle at night, the wheel , specifically the "cruise control lever" was in the 6:00 o'clock position. I hit the lever with my knee while entering the vehicle and broke the lever. other than being upset for a most likely costly repair, I didn't think much of it until a few minutes later. I was exiting a shopping center parking lot with traffic moving all around, also, someone was following me. when I went to turn left, the wheel froze (due to the cruise control lever had caught on the wiper lever, and would not move) in that it was night, I did not realize the problem and paniked , slammed on brakes, and almost got hit from the rear and right side as well, since the wheel was frozen and all steering was lost. this could have been a fatality, killing many people and of course the problem still exists due to a manufacturing design. I am very fortunate that an accident did not occur, but I do have nightmares as to what could have happened. an investigation into this problem would be most appreciated. I have not had the cruise control replaced, in that the same problem could occur again. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving had to apply the ABS brakes and vehicle failed to stop. Pedal went to floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. It's an intermittent problem. Been to dealer for repairs. Mechanic will try to repair ABS brake problem. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Interior lighting
Rear dome light bulb failed. Mjs
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Unknown or other
Engine check light remains illuminated, indicating a malfunction within the system, cause unknown. also the vehicle IS consuming large quantities of oil. please give any further details. *ak
- Air bags · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc · Tires · Unknown or other
Multiple/reoccuring problems with brakes, especially front brakes which wear out excessively, several repairs and replacements, however problems continue.
- Air bags › Frontal
When van was involved in a front passenger's side crash, there was no deployment of air bags. Reports show that the air bag sensor was pushed in, but the air bag did not deploy. The van IS being repaired. Damages totalling $8,000.00. *ak
- Air bags
Consumer was involved in a frontal collision, hitting two deers/tree and a fence in which the driver's or passenger's air bags did not deploy. dup of 816641, added on 25-feb-98. *ak
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly · Visibility › Glass, side/rear
Due to seat belt failure during slow down for traffic light off exit ramp, 2-year old car seat was ejected and pushe dinto headrest of driver's seat, child suffered injuries.also latch for rear-middle window would open whenever the sliding door was closed.
- Air bags › Frontal
Consumer was involved in a 10 mph frontal collision, hitting two deers/a tree and a fence. The drivers/or passengers air bags did not deploy.*ak *jb
- Air bags › Frontal
False deployment of drivers air bag resulted in loss of control of vehicle/accident/injury.
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
3 point belts don't release after locking without unbuckling belt. *Dh
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.
- 10143943Dealer Package: July 25,2018 The Parts Ordering section has been updated with new contact information. Toyota will initiate a Special Service Campaign to notify vehicle owners to affix a label that identifies the location of the On Board Diagnostic (OBD II) Data Link Connector (DLC) on certain 1994 thru 1996 model year Toyota Camry and certain 1994 thru 1995 model year Previa vehicles. Toyota has determined that the location of this OBD II service connector may be difficult for service technicians to readily identify on the affected vehicles. As a result, Toyota is providing an adhesive label which illustrates the location of the service connector to the owners and asking them to install the label at a specified location on the vehicle. This will enable the service technicians to readily locate the data link connector. It is anticipated that most of the vehicle owners will affix the label themselves, however, some vehicle owners may choose to bring the vehicle in and request your service department to affix the label. If this is the case, please perform the label installation at no charge to the customer. The instruction and reimbursement procedures are provided in this package.
- 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.
- 10132812Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and/or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to inconsistent rotational speed of the engine's crankshaft.
- 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.
- 616104Subject regarding equipment drive shaft coupling kit installation.
- 616058Equipment drive shaft coupling kit installation.
- 605351Brief information regarding improved rear a/c magnetic valve to reduce internal valve corrosion.
- 604667Subject regarding toyota dinghy towing guide.
- 52138Front brake pad material has been changed to reduce front brake vibration.
- 52102Front brake vibration.
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