Worst 1986 Toyota Celica Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1986 Toyota Celica.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Starter Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cables | 1 | — | — | — |
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1986 Toyota Celica — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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