Does the 1990 Toyota Tercel have any recalls?

The 1990 Toyota Tercel has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with exterior lighting:headlights.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1990 Toyota Tercel?

23 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Toyota Tercel.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1990 Toyota Tercel?

There are 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1990 Toyota Tercel.

1990 Toyota Tercel Service and Repair Manual

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1990 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, Automatic
DX, Standard
EZ, C140
EZ, C141

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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1990 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

TSB #10109492

TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta

Showing the 8 most recent of 9 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19960918Component: SEATSCrash reported1 injured

DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED AND DETACHED FROM ANCHOR UPON REAR END COLLISION AND FELL INTO REAR SEAT. *AK

19951012Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINERCrash reported1 injured

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY A TRUCK. DRIVERS SEAT FAILED W/SHOULDER PORTION COLLAPSING. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

19950912Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDERCrash reported1 injured

POSSIBLE THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER FAILED, RESULTING IN NO STOPPING ABILITY AND AN ACCIDENT. TT

20100207Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reported

IN APRIL 2004, MY TOYOTA TERCEL ACCELERATED FROM 05 TO APPROXIMATELY 90MPH IN A PARKING LOT, CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AND TOTALED MY CAR. ANOTHER PROBLEM WAS THE BRAKE PEDAL. EVEN AFTER CHANGING T

20010624Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC COFire reported

THE FOLLOWING IS A DESCRIPTION OF EVENTS WHICH LEAD TO MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER OVER-HEATING AND CATCHING MY CAR ON FIRE. ON 6-18-01, I SMELT A BURNING SMELL AND PULLED OVER TO TRY TO FIND WHAT WAS CAU

Showing the 5 most serious of 23 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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