Does the 1996 Toyota Tercel have any recalls?

The 1996 Toyota Tercel has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with exterior lighting:headlights.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1996 Toyota Tercel?

45 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 Toyota Tercel.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1996 Toyota Tercel?

There are 22 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1996 Toyota Tercel.

1996 Toyota Tercel Service and Repair Manual

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1996 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, Automatic
Base, Standard
DX, 2D Sedan, Automatic
DX, 2D Sedan, Standard
DX, 4D Sedan, Automatic
DX, 4D Sedan, Standard

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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1996 Toyota Tercel Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #08E05000011/08/2008Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH

Consequence

WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTIN

Remedy

K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNER

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 22 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19970603Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported4 injured

DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING FRONT END COLLISION, VEHICLE HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT HIGH SPEED, VEHICLE #1 GOING UPHILL 25 MPH. OWNER WILL PROVIDE DETAILED INFORMATION, NOT CHECKED BY

19981101Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reported3 injured

OK HERE IS WHAT HAPPENED. WHEN WE WERE RAN OFF THE ROAD WE HIT A SIGN AND BOTH OF THE AIRBAGS IN MY CAR DEPLOYED. WE HAD JUMPED A MEDIAN AND WAS HEADED DOWNHILL. WHEN THE AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED A PO

20150122Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported2 injured

TL*THE CONTACT OWNED A 1996 TOYOTA TERCEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE BRAKE ROTOR FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT PASSENGERS WHEEL SEIZ

19960318Component: TIRESCrash reported2 injured

TIRE CAME OFF RIM WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE FLIPPED TWO TIMES. *AK

20050824Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported1 injured

(1) AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT WHILE AVOIDING COLLISION WITH A DEER. ACCIDENT CAUSED SEVERE FRONT END DAMAGE AND BENDING OF THE UNI-BODY FRAME. (2) FAILURE OF AIR-BAGS TO DEPLOY. (3) NO CORRECTIVE ACTIONS

Showing the 5 most serious of 45 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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