1989 TOYOTA TERCEL PROBLEMS

1989 TOYOTA TERCEL PROBLEMS

1989 TOYOTA TERCEL PROBLEMS

Malfunction Modules

Common Complaints and Reliability

  • 1. Acceleration Issues

    • Carburetor causes car not to accelerate when accelerator is pressed
    • Carburetor failure resulting in dangerous acceleration, no power, hesitation, and stalling
    • Carburetors do not work properly when pressing on the brake, causing the car to cut off
    • Vehicle stalls in traffic due to defective carburetor
    • Vehicle experiencing sputter and jerking when idling due to defective carburetor
    • Known defect in the carburetor design leading to stalling and eventual failure

  • 2. Brake Issues

    • Brake pedal too close to gas pedal, causing the driver to hit both pedals simultaneously when stopping
    • While pushing on brakes, vehicle does not make a complete stop, resulting in the use of emergency brake
    • Defect in workmanship on the alternator causing the consumer to purchase a remanufactured alternator that only lasted three days

  • 3. Door Issues

    • Door lock on the passenger side fails to lock/unlock from outside
    • Door locks stick
    • Driver's seat track has broken multiple times

  • 4. Electrical Issues

    • Dealership did not use the specified part in the headlight bulb recall notice
    • Trunk leaks causing water damage
    • Vehicle experiencing trunk leakage even after repairs were made

  • 5. Miscellaneous Issues

    • Front shoulder retractor didn't retract during an accident
    • Right front wheels locked up while driving, causing vehicle to go out of control and crash
    • Windows only roll down halfway
    • Windshield wiper pump and sprayer failed

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