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1991 Toyota Celica

Reliability, common problems, recalls and owner complaints

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 1991 Toyota Celica.

Safety record

Recalls on the 1991 Toyota Celica

Recall·10E002000

Suspension

142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 31 owners reported

Air bags11
Seat belts6
Service brakes3
Engine and engine cooling3

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

1991 Toyota Celica at a glance

Trims
All-Trac TurboGTST
Engine
2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo, 2.2L 4-Cylinder, 1.6L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Manual 5-spd, Automatic 4-spd
Drivetrain
AWD, FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Coupe
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 1991 Toyota Celica?

Owners have filed 31 complaints about the 1991 Toyota Celica with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. 1 recall campaign covers this model year.

Is the 1991 Toyota Celica reliable?

Owners have filed 31 complaints about the 1991 Toyota Celica with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. 1 recall campaign covers this model year. How a specific car holds up depends on its engine, mileage and maintenance record.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 1991 Toyota Celica?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 1991 Toyota Celica listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.