Toyota Cressida years to avoid
Across 1979–1992, no single Cressida year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1989 drew the most complaints; 1981 the fewest.
57
Total complaints
4
Recall campaigns
1979–1992
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Cressida year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1991 | 9 | 0 | |
| 1990 | 5 | 0 | |
| 1989 | 15 | 0 | |
| 1988 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1987 | 7 | 0 | |
| 1986 | 5 | 0 | |
| 1985 | 7 | 0 | |
| 1984 | 2 | 2 | |
| 1983 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1982 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1981 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Toyota Cressida?
By complaint volume, 1981 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Cressida years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Toyota Cressida have?
Across all model years, the Cressida has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 57 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.