1968 Toyota Crown problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 66 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.4 times the median Crown year — the 1968 model ranks #1 of 6 Crown years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include one death and 9 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.
The trouble concentrates in one system: other issues account for 67% of all reports (44 of 66), far ahead of electrical system at 21.
66
NHTSA complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations
11
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
9
Injuries
1
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1968 compare to other Crown years?
What are the most common 1968 Toyota Crown problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 44 | 67% | new |
| Electrical System | 21 | 32% | new |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 2% | new |
Does the 1968 Toyota Crown have recalls?
1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: OPENED GARAGE DOOR WITH REMOTE. STEPPED LIGHTLY ON GAS PEDAL TO ENTER GARAGE. CAR UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED RAPIDLY. STEPPED ON BRAKES BUT CAR DID NOT STOP. CAR CRASHED THROUGH INTERIOR GARAGE WALL AND THROUGH CLOSET IN ADJOINING BEDROOM. COUSE OF PROBLEM IS BEING…”
“WAS SITTING IN MY 2005 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE IN PARK IDLING WHEN I PLACED IT IN DRIVE IT SURGED QUICKLY FORWARD AND HIT MY BRICK GARAGE WALL”
“AFTER MARKET METAL TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR VALVE CAP (UNKNOWN MFG) FROZE ON ALL FOUR TOYOTA 2006 RAV4 TPMS VALVE STEMS DUE TO DISSIMILAR METAL CORROSION. UNABLE TO CHECK TIRE PRESSURE OR REMOVE WITHOUT DAMAGING TOYOTA TPMS RESULTING IN $125 PER TIRE PLUS LABOR TO REPAIR FOR A TOTAL OF $680. *TR”
1968 Toyota Crown — common questions
Is the 1968 Toyota Crown reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 66 complaints put the 1968 model at #1 of 6 Crown years. It is one of the Crown years to avoid.
What are the most common 1968 Crown problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (44 complaints), electrical system (21 complaints), tires & wheels (1 complaints).
Does the 1968 Toyota Crown have recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1968 Toyota Crown. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Which Toyota Crown years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Crown years to avoid are 1968. The cleanest record among Crown years belongs to 2026.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.