1994 Toyota Tercel vs 1996 Toyota Tercel
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Toyota Tercel | 1996 Toyota Tercel |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 40 | 40 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 39 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–29 | 29–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tercel | Toyota Tercel |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 18 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 4 |
| Visibility | 3 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3 |
| Tires | 2 | 3 |
| Suspension | 1 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 |
1994 Toyota Tercel
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.