Complaints over time
Complaints about the 1985 Toyota Pickup peaked in 1995, with 2 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
1985 Toyota Pickup
Pickup, gasoline, 4x2, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Apr 11, 1995 to Oct 12, 2021.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints94.5 times the median 1985 pickup
Severity index44.4Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
33% of complaints about the 1985 Toyota Pickup name tires
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
No recall campaign lists the 1985 Toyota Pickup
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 1985 Toyota Pickup
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.
9 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Oct 12, 2021Failure Oct 12, 2021100,000 milesmontrose, COWheels
The contact owns a 1985 Toyota Pickup. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph when the vehicle began emitting a noise coming from the rear axle. The contact was able to pull over and noticed that 3/4 lug nuts had sheared off. The contact drove to a local mechanic where it was repaired but continues to experience the same failure. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with, NHTSA Campaign Number: 85V129000 (WHEELS) however the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of failure and told the contact that they were unable to assist. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
NHTSA complaint 11436501 - Filed Oct 1, 2012Failure Oct 1, 2012Crescent City, CATiresCrash
1985 TOYOTA 4X4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ACCIDENT AND SNOW TIRES *TGW THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE OTHER DETAILED INFORMATION, SUCH AS CRASH TEST, DEFECTS AND STATISTICS INFORMATION.
NHTSA complaint 10477863 - Filed Nov 14, 2000Failure Nov 14, 1999Snellville, GAParking brake, Frame and members
EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS REPAIRED. CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION FROM THE REAR OF VEHICLE, AFTER INSPECTION THE ENTIRE FRAME OF THE TRUCK WAS FOUND TO BE CORRODED BADLY ESPECIALLY IN THE RIGHT REAR SECTION WHERE THE REAR SPRINGS ARE SHACKLED TO THE FRAME. *SLC
NHTSA complaint 874935 - Filed Sep 24, 2000Failure Sep 1, 2000Pullman, WAParking brake
BELLCRANK AND BRACKET FROZEN RENDERING PARKING BRAKE INOPERATIVE. DISSIMILAR METALS WITH HEAVY CORROSION OF COMPONENTS AT CONTACT AREA IN EVIDENCE.
NHTSA complaint 732371 - Filed Aug 18, 1998Failure Jul 26, 1998North Tona, NYRear
REAR AXLE BROKE CAUSING WHEEL TO FALL OFF. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT).
NHTSA complaint 539048 - Filed Sep 18, 1996Holbrook, AZVehicle speed controlCrash
UPON PLACING INTO REVERSE GEAR EXPEIENCED ENGINE SURGE, THEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL, OVERPOWERING BRAKES, FINALLY HIT AN OTHER RV DUE TO THOTTLE STICKING.*AK
NHTSA complaint 802637 - Filed Jan 23, 1996Failure Jan 9, 1996Kingman, AZTiresCrash1 killed
VEHICLE MODIFIED WITH LARGER TIRES WHICH, CAUSED DEATH WHEN VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER DUE TO THE CHANGE IN THE CENTER OF GRAVITY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SD
NHTSA complaint 500812 - Filed Nov 20, 1995Failure Aug 1, 1995Phoenixvil, PATires
ATLAS TIRES WEAR ON INSIDE OF TIRE. *DSH
NHTSA complaint 501515 - Filed Apr 11, 1995Failure Apr 11, 1995Alton, 00SteeringCrash1 injured
VEHICLE LOST CONTROL/ROLLOVER, RESULTING IN INJURY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SKD
NHTSA complaint 489631
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
17 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 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… - 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-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. - 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-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… - Safety Recall an Jul 21, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Update on Technician Certification Requirements. - PG006-01-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. - PG004-97-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17. - T-SB-0304-17_Rev Jul 31, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information c… - TS-BO030-01 Obso Dec 19, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13. - T-SB-0185-13 Dec 19, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance. - T-SB-0304-17_Rev Jan 11, 2018 · 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, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG00… - T-SB-0304-17 Oct 27, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Servi… - T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that … - T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that …
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.