1987 Toyota MR2Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 1987 Toyota MR2, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 4, 2010. Updated daily.
Where the 1987 Toyota MR2 has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1987 Toyota MR2 recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
1987 vs. every other MR2 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the MR2 median. How we score
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NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 1987 Toyota MR2, and the recalls they led to.
- ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRESNo recall
What MR2 owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I HAVE 12 PAGES OF SUPPOTING DOCUMENTS. THE SHORT VERSION IS THAT I PURCHASED AN ENGINE FROM THE ABOVE-MENTIONED COMPANY THAT WAS DEFECTIVE. I FILED A CLAIM ON 11/16/01, ONLY EIGHT DAYS AFTER THE ENGINE WAS INSTALLED. THEY SENT ME A NEW PART AFTER MANY WEEKS AND MANY DAYS OF ACCRUED RENTAL CAR…
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