Truck has 186000 miles and over the years I have had to replace the head gaskets and seals four times. Basically spending 3200 dollars three times after the warranty work was done the first time. This is a major issue with this vehicle. *Tr
Engine & cooling
1989 Toyota Pickup Engine problems
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1989 Toyota Pickup's engine & cooling with NHTSA - 19% of all its complaints, most recently on February 3, 2015. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Engine complaints
Without warning, vehicle stalled at 25 mph. After towing to dealership and waiting over 7 weeks was told head gasket blown and heads warped. Then charged over $4220.00 For repairs already done. *Jb
While driving at state speed limit and without warning coolant and water was leaking after driving a few miles. Mechanic stated engine head gasket needed to be replaced.*Ak
While driving at approximately 40-45mph engine's head gaskets blew. Had no prior warning. Had noticed smoke coming from hood. Had vehicle towed home. Has not been to dealer to have vehicle checked. *Ak
Toyota Pickup engine complaints by year
Pickup engine problems, every yearSource: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data