Complaints over time
Complaints about the 1985 Toyota VAN peaked in 1997, 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 VAN
SUV, gasoline, 4x2, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Jan 6, 1996 to May 2, 2002.
Recall campaigns covering this model year1104k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints6Close to the median 1985 suv
Severity index16.7Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 1985 Toyota VAN name seat belts
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 1985 Toyota VAN
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86V-060 | May 12, 1986 | Center control arm of the steering linkage system may develop a crack if the steering wheel is repeatedly operated while vehicle is in parked position | Steering | 103,700 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 1985 Toyota VAN
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.
6 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed May 2, 2002Failure Apr 25, 2002196,616 milesSacramento, CAIdler and attachment
1985 TOYOTA VAN WITH POWER STEERING. PART OF LINKAGE CALLED CENTER ARM SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH DURING TURNING. THERE WAS IMMEDIATE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. NO BODILY INJURY OCCURRED, BUT HAD THIS OCCURRED AT FREEWAY SPEED, I WOULD UNDOUBTEDLY BE DEAD. *TS ***DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12-12-02 CUT OVER TO ARTEMIS***761467
NHTSA complaint 10009187 - Filed Sep 29, 2000Failure Jan 1, 1999Columbus, MSBuckle assembly
THE SEATBELT BUCKLES HAVE CRACKS IN THE PLASTIC OUTER COMPONENTS. IS THERE A RECALL ON THESE SEAT BELTS? ALSO, YOUR WEBSIGHT INDICATES A RECALL FOR STEERING COMPONENTS ON THIS 1985 TOYOTA VAN. HAVING BOUGHT THE VEHICLE USED, HOW CAN I KNOW THE AFFECTED PARTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED?*AK
NHTSA complaint 732834 - Filed Jan 12, 1999Chico, CASwitch
VEHICLE CAN BE STARTED WITH ANY KEY THAT CAN FIT HALFWAY INTO THE IGNITION SWITCH. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN. *AK
NHTSA complaint 833441 - Filed Jul 27, 1997Failure Jun 1, 1985Salem, ORArm, Tires
NOT NOTIFIED OF RECALL OF STEERING ARM AND FRONT TIRES WEAR UNEVENLY, CONSTANTLY REQUIRING REPLACEMENT.
NHTSA complaint 521917 - Filed Jan 14, 1997Failure Oct 4, 1994Kansas City, MOAnchorage1 injured
SEAT BELT FAILED DURING COLLISION RESULTING IN INJURY, DUE TO DESIGN FLAW, SEAT BELT ONLY WORKS AT A 15% TILT.
NHTSA complaint 513426 - Filed Jan 6, 1996Failure Jan 6, 1996Kansas City, MOAnchorage
SEAT BELT DESIGNED SO THAT IT DOES NOT ENGAGE AT LESS THAN 15 DEGREE TILT, CAUSING IT TO FAIL IN ACCIDENT. *DH
NHTSA complaint 502363
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
3 NHTSA investigations on file
- EA89038 Engineering analysis, Steering
STEERING GEAR FAILURE
Opened Sep 27, 1989, closed Sep 20, 1990 - PE89127 Preliminary evaluation, Steering
STEERING GEAR FAILURE
Opened Jun 7, 1989, closed Sep 27, 1989 - PE87057 Preliminary evaluation, Electrical system
IGNITER ASSEMBLY FAILURE
Opened Sep 10, 1987, closed Mar 30, 1988
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.