Starter assembly: relay
Park outsideRisk. A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2020 Toyota Supra, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-636 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily.
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Risk. Should the headlamps be adjusted horizontally, there could be increased glare and reduced visibility for oncoming drivers, or reduced visibility for the…
Risk. A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Headlight failure can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. In the event of a crash, the mount could become damaged and the seat belt may not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
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 Supra median. How we score
2020 Toyota Supra 2 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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