Toyota Corona problems

General information about Toyota Corona
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The Toyota Corona (Japanese: トヨタ・コロナ, Toyota Korona) is an automobile manufactured by the Japanese automaker Toyota across eleven generations between 1957 and 2001. On launch, the Corona was Toyota's second-highest product in their range, just below the Crown. The Corona was marketed in the JDM at Toyota's Toyopet Store dealership channels, and the Corona was one of Toyota's first models exported to other global markets, followed by the smaller Toyota Corolla.

The Corona played a key role in Toyota's North American success. Having previously entered the North American passenger car market in 1957 as Toyopet, the company met little success, withdrawing in 1961. The company re-entered the North American market in June 1964, rebranded as Toyota, introducing its third-generation Corona with more modern technology and numerous standard features. Toyota advertised the car prominently, with the company's first television commercial featuring the Corona. The car was well received, winning the 1969 Road Test Import Car of the Year. The Corona helped boost U.S. sales of Toyota vehicles to more than 20,000 units in 1966 (a threefold increase), making the company the third-best-selling import brand in the United States by 1967. In 2014, editors at Car and Driver called the Corona one of the best Toyotas ever made, arguing that Toyota survived long enough to thrive in America because of the Corona.

By 1968, the Corona name was used on a larger platform, marketed as the Corona Mark II. The Corona itself was marketed under a numerous nameplates worldwide, including in European markets as Carinas, and a variant of the Corona was offered in various markets as the Carina. The Corona was ultimately replaced in Japan by the Toyota Premio; in Europe by the Toyota Avensis; and in Asia, Pacific markets, and the Americas by the Toyota Camry.

The nameplate corona derives from the Latin word for "crown", the sedan taking its place just below Toyota's similarly named flagship, the Toyota Crown.

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Common Toyota Corona problems

The Toyota Corona, a mid-size sedan produced by Toyota between 1957 and 2001, was known for its durability and reliability. However, like any car, it was not without its issues. Some of the most common problems reported by Corona owners include electrical system issues, fuel system problems, corrosion, and transmission or clutch problems.

Electrical system issues were one of the most common problems reported by Corona owners. These issues included problems with the alternator, battery, and wiring. Some owners reported that their Corona would not start or would stall while driving, which could be caused by a faulty alternator or battery. Wiring issues could cause other problems like a malfunctioning radio or dashboard lights.

Fuel system problems were also common in Toyota Coronas. Some owners reported issues with the fuel pump, fuel filter, and carburetor. These problems could cause the engine to run poorly, which could result in decreased performance or even stalling while driving.

Corrosion was another problem that affected many Toyota Coronas, particularly those in regions with harsh winters or coastal areas with high humidity. Rust could develop on the body of the car, causing unsightly damage and reducing the car's overall value. Corrosion could also affect the suspension components, which could lead to handling problems and safety issues.

Finally, some owners reported issues with the transmission or clutch. Problems with the transmission could cause the car to shift roughly or slip out of gear, while clutch problems could result in difficulty shifting or stalling when starting from a stop.

While these problems were not exclusive to any particular complectation of the Toyota Corona, they could affect all models. It's important for Corona owners to keep up with regular maintenance and address any issues as soon as they arise to avoid costly repairs down the road.

In addition to these common problems, specific models of the Toyota Corona also had their own unique issues. For example, the Toyota Corona Premio, produced between 1996 and 2001, was known for transmission problems. Some drivers reported that their transmissions would slip or fail entirely, requiring expensive repairs or replacements. This issue was more common in earlier model years, particularly those with automatic transmissions.

The Toyota Corona Exsior, produced from 1992 to 1998, was also known for engine problems. Some drivers reported that their engines would stall or hesitate during acceleration, which could be caused by a variety of issues such as clogged fuel injectors or a faulty ignition system.

Despite these issues, many Toyota Corona owners reported that they were able to enjoy many years of trouble-free driving with their cars. The legendary Japanese quality that is part of the Toyota Corona heritage means that these cars will continue to be in use for many more years.

What happened to the Toyota Corona?

The Toyota Corona (not to be confused with the Corona beverage) was a car that was manufactured between 1957-2002. And, this happened to be Toyota's second oldest nameplate besides the Toyota Crown, which made its debut in the U.S. in 2023.

What engine is in a Toyota Corona?

The Toyota Corona has 1 Diesel Engine and 1 Petrol Engine on offer. The Diesel engine is 1998 cc while the Petrol engine is 1598 cc . It is available with Manual transmission.

How long did they make Toyota Corona?

Toyota Corona
Production	July 1957 – December 2001
Body and chassis
Class	Compact car (RWD model) Mid-size car (FWD model)
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1957–1987) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (1983–2001)

Is the Toyota Corona a reliable car?

With its pushrod 3R engine—ancestor to the indestructible 20R and 22R overhead-cam engines made famous by low-intensity conflicts the world over—and simple suspension design reminiscent of the 1960 Ford Falcon, this generation of Corona proved to be amazingly reliable.

Percentage distribution of complaints by Toyota Corona years

We have researched Toyota problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Toyota Corona cars and compiled the top 2 most problematic Toyota Corona model years:

Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Toyota Corona model years.

Distribution of the number of complaints by Toyota Corona years

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Toyota Corona car problems categorized by type of issue

After analysing all complaints related to Toyota Corona , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:

Tires problems
Power train problems

The graph below shows statistics for all Toyota Corona vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Corona model years

A total of 1 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

The NHTSA has received 2 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Toyota Corona . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Toyota Corona vehicles.

List of Toyota Corona complaints

Toyota Corona 1981

Date Of Incident: 2012-12-08
Date Complaint: 2013-01-03
Crash: 1
VIN: JT2RT32W5B0
Components: POWER TRAIN
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1981 TOYOTA CORONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL AWAY DOWN A SLOPE. THE ENGINE WAS OFF AND THE KEYS WERE NOT IN THE IGNITION WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO ENTER THE VEHICLE AND APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ROLL AWAY. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE BRAKES WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT MOVED THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT IN ORDER TO STEER AWAY FROM PARKED VEHICLES BUT WAS UNABLE TO BECAUSE THE STEERING WHEEL HAD SEIZED. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO TO TWO PARKED VEHICLES BEFORE THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THERE SHOULD HAVE BEEN A STEERING LOCK THAT COULD HAVE PREVENTED THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 187,000. UPDATED 01/05/13*LJ UPDATED 2/4/2013 *JS

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Toyota Corona 1969

Date Of Incident: 2011-10-27
Date Complaint: 2011-10-27
Components: TIRES
Summary: TWO OHTSU SMALL PASSENGER CAR TIRES AT DIFFERENT TIMES, SELF DESTRUCTED WITHOUT WARNING OR EXTERNAL CAUSE. *TT

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Recalls Toyota Corona

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the Toyota Corona.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.

Model: Toyota Corona 1969
Report Received Date: 1978-12-09
Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Summary: FUEL TANK COULD DEVELOP CORROSION DUE TO A MIXTURE OF ROAD SALT AND WATER IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT. THE CORROSION COULD CREATE A SMALL HOLE IN THE TANK AND ALLOW THE GASOLINE TO SEEP INTO THE SPARE TIRE WELL.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT ALL SUSPECT FUEL TANKS. IF CORROSION OR PERFORATION IS PRESENT, THE TANK WILL BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED AS NECESSARY. IF NO RUST IS PRESENT, THE SPARE TIRE WELL WILL BE PAINTED WITH ANTI-CORROSION PAINT.