Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2018 Toyota 86 peaked in 2020, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2018 Toyota 86
SUV, gasoline, 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from May 1, 2020 to May 1, 2020.
Recall campaigns covering this model year1176k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2018 suv
Severity index0.02018 suvs average 5.2
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2018 Toyota 86 name steering
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
One recall campaign covers the 2018 Toyota 86
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-587 | Jul 29, 2021 | Low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail | Fuel system | 175,968 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2018 Toyota 86
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed May 1, 2020Failure Sep 1, 201820,000 milesAnderson, CASteering, Wheels
STEERING WHEEL AND FRONT END SHIMMIES AND SHAKES WHEN BRAKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. VERY DIFFICULT TO MANAGE ON MOUNTAIN HIGHWAYS AND FREEWAYS. PLEASE HAVE A LOOK AT THE FORUM THREAD REGARDING THIS ONGOING ISSUE ON THIS VEHICLE MODEL AT THIS LINK: HTTPS://WWW.CARGURUS.COM/CARS/DISCUSSION-T60099_DS754672?SNTEMLID=4482627649#MSG1069173 A REPAIR IS ALSO DESCRIBED IN THE FORUM CONVERSATIONS. APPARENTLY, TOYOTA IS NOT WILLING TO RECALL.
NHTSA complaint 11322923
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
97 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 Jan 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t… - T-SB-0058-23 Rev1 Jun 13, 2025 · Service Campaign
The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks. - T-SB-0039-24 Rev2 Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi… - T-SB-0038-24 Rev2 Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before… - T-SB-0035-24 Rev2 Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl… - T-SB-0061-23 Rev2 Dec 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure in this bulletin … - T-SB-0062-23 Rev2 Dec 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small… - T-SB-0055-24 Rev1 Jul 29, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t… - T-SB-0039-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi… - T-SB-0038-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before… - T-SB-0035-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl… - T-SB-0055-24 Rev1 Jul 29, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t… - T-SB-0039-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi… - T-SB-0038-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before… - T-SB-0035-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl… - T-SB-0061-23 Rev1 May 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. - T-SB-0062-23 Rev1 May 15, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small… - T-SB-0055-24 Jun 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t… - T-SB-0055-24 Jun 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t… - T-SB-0039-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi… - T-SB-0038-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before… - T-SB-0035-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl… - T-SB-0039-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi… - T-SB-0038-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before… - T-SB-0035-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl… - T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website. - T-TT-0746-24 Jan 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some 2017-2020MY and 2022-2024MY 86 vehicles may experience metallic knocking noise from the engine at all speeds. Should this condition occur, please contact TAS and your FTS to document repair information. - TSB005823 Aug 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant l… - TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 requests meet the c… - TTT073723 Aug 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: A very small percentage of customers experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist those customers… - T-SB-0057-18 May 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle … - 23TE04 Feb 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Toyota?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2014-2020 model year (MY) vehicles originall… - TSB000923 Feb 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC P0171 and/or P0174 (System Too Lean Bank 1/Bank 2) ?DTC P0087 Fuel Rail / System Pr… - TSB001221Rev2 Jun 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint t… - TSB001221Rev2 Jun 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint t… - T-SB-0012-21 Rev Feb 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint t… - Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 customer that requests … - T-TT-0578-19 Rev Oct 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer f… - Toyota PRO21-UFR May 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 TOYOTA UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL - T-PG007-01 May 4, 2001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Replacement vin plates. - T-PG002-91 Jan 18, 1991 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Product general information. - Toyota Safety Re Mar 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements - T-SB-0044-16 Obs Mar 18, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-21. - T-SB-0012-21 Mar 5, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint… - T-SB-0032-20 Rev Feb 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 requests meet the c… - T-TT-0628-20 Oct 21, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged. - T-TT-0578-19 Rev Oct 12, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer f… - T-TT-0553-19 Rev Jul 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investigating this issue … - T-SB-0156-19 Rev Jul 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2017 - 2020 model year 86 vehicles with automatic transmissions may exhibit one or both of the following conditions: ?MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0300. ?Rough idle at cold start noticeable when engine coolant temperatu… - T-TT-0468-17 Rev Jul 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged. - T-SB-0304-17 Obs Apr 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates - T-SB-0032-20 Apr 6, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 aforementioned bul… - T-TT-0520-19_Rev Jan 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. To improve customer satisfaction and repair A/C system leaks in one dealer visit, Toyota has developed a set of guidel… - T-SB-0008-20 Jan 27, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accord… - T-SB-0156-19 Nov 7, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2017 ? 2020 model year 86 vehicles with automatic transmissions may exhibit one or both of the following conditions: ? MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0300. ? rough idle at cold start noticeable when engine coolant temperatur… - T-TT-0578-19 Oct 21, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer func… - T-TT-0553-19 Jul 16, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investigating this issue … - T-SB-0134-16-Rev Jul 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to inc… - T-TT-0549-19 Jun 19, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: The new 12V Battery Warranty Testers (DSS-5000 & DCA-8000) require certain information to generate a test result and warranty code. Below is an explanation of what information is required when testing a 12V battery on the new Warranty Battery Testers. - T-TT-0468-17-Rev Feb 25, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.