1991 Toyota Camry: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1991 Toyota Camry: 1 recall, 149 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #93V147000 · 1993 · 155,809 vehicles
What's wrong: Failure of a specific electronic component in the radios causes an electrical short circuit.
Why it matters: If the failure occurs, it could result in a passengercompartment fire.
The fix: Repair the radio.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 10 mention a fire, 22 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seat belts (27): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3).
- Electrical (23): the most common themes are electrical failure (7), fire / smoke (4), stalls / loses power (3).
- Equipment (21): the most common themes are fire / smoke (7), electrical failure (7), stalls / loses power (2).
- Body & structure (16): the most common themes are door / lock issues (11).
The 1991 Toyota Camry has 149 owner complaints, ranking #30 of 35 Camry model years for complaints (well below the 511 average). Complaints peaked in 1996 (25 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 119,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1990 (134 complaints, 2 recalls), 1992 (565 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 22 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1991 Toyota Camry have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1991 Toyota Camry. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1991 Toyota Camry problems?
Owners have filed 149 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seat belts (27), electrical (23), equipment (21).
What gas mileage does the 1991 Toyota Camry get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1991 Toyota Camry repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.