Does the 1989 Toyota Tercel have any recalls?

The 1989 Toyota Tercel has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with exterior lighting:headlights.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1989 Toyota Tercel?

32 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Toyota Tercel.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1989 Toyota Tercel?

There are 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Toyota Tercel.

1989 Toyota Tercel Service and Repair Manual

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1989 Toyota Tercel service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications, torque values, and reference data
Electrical diagnostics with full wiring diagrams
Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
Diagnostic trouble codes and troubleshooting flow
Maintenance schedules and fluid capacities

Trims covered

Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic
Base, 2D Coupe, Standard
Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic
Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard
DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic
DX, 2D Coupe, Standard
DX, 2D Hatchback, Automatic
DX, 2D Hatchback, Standard
DX, 4D Hatchback, Automatic
DX, 4D Hatchback, Standard
EZ

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Maintenance & Lubrication
Specifications
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Technical Service Bulletins
Wiring Diagrams

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1989 Toyota Tercel Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #92V11100013/07/1992Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

THERE CAN BE INTERFERENCE WITH THE HEADLAMP HOUSING IF HEADLAMP BULBS ARE REPLACED WITH ANY BRAND OTHER THAN KOITO BRAND BULBS.

Consequence

THE INTERFERENCE WITH THE HEADLAMP HOUSING CAUSED BYOTHER THAN KOITO BRAND LAMP BULBS DOES NOT COMPL

Remedy

TOYOTA DEALERS WILL PROVIDE A NEW KOITO BRAND BULB WITH NO CHARGE IF A NON-KOITO BRAND BULB IS NOW I

TSB #10244113

TSB: 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 re

TSB #10207946

POL: 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 custom

TSB #10197473

Product general information.

TSB #10197476

Replacement vin plates.

TSB #10188913

TSB: 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 re

TSB #10174890

TSB: 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 af

TSB #10174891

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates

19961115Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTORCrash reported2 injured

THE CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT AND THE FRONT SHOULDER RETRACTOR DIDN'T RETRACT. *AK

20000127Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFTCrash reported

WHILE DRIVING 40-45 MPH RIGHT FRONT WHEELS LOCKED UP FOR NO REASON, CAUSING VEHICLE TO GO OUT OF CONTROL AND CRASH. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED ABOUT THE PROBLEM. POLICE OFFIC

19980106Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE DRIVER TURNED KEY TO START VEHICLE, PUT VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND VEHICLE SHOT OUT SO FAST IN REVERSE THAT THE DRIVER HAD NO CONTROL OF VEHICLE. APPLYING THE BRAKES DID ABSO

19980106Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTSCrash reported

20100224Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

IN 1989 TOYOTA HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH THE TERCEL.. I HAD ONE THEY DID A FIX BUT NOT A RECALL.. I DON'T KNOW FOR SURE BUT I BET IT IS THE SAME PROBLEM.. THEY TREATED ME HORRIBLE AND I ABOUT DIED... THEY

Showing the 5 most serious of 32 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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