1991 Toyota Previa problems
The Toyota Previa, also known as the Toyota Estima (Japanese: トヨタ・エスティマ, Hepburn: Toyota Esutima) in Japan, and Toyota Tarago in Australia, is a minivan that was produced by Toyota from 1990 until October 2019 across three generations.
The name "Previa" is derived from the Spanish for "preview", as Toyota saw the first Previa as a vehicle that would preview technologies used in future minivans. The Previa was the second largest minivan in Toyota's lineup in Japan after the bigger and more luxurious Alphard/Vellfire.
First generation (XR10/XR20; 1990)
The first generation, designed by Toyota designer Tokuo Fukuichi and Calty designer David Doyle in 1987 (patent filed 24 December 1987), was introduced on 27 January 1990, and had only one sliding side door for the rear passengers. It featured a mid-engined platform, where the inline-four cylinder gasoline-powered engine was installed almost flat (at a 75-degree angle), beneath the front seats.
Installing the engine in this configuration allowed moderately easy access to the spark plugs, which were located underneath a panel on the mid right-side of the vehicle, after removing the front right seat, the carpet and an access panel.
All of the engine-driven accessories, such as the alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor and radiator fan, are accessible from the front hood and are driven by an accessory driveshaft on the front of the engine. This method received the name Supplemental Accessory Drive System, or "SADS". Placing these items in front allowed the designers to achieve an even front/rear weight distribution, which benefits ride quality and handling. However, it also prevented the installation of a larger engine, and meant that the design and development costs could not be mitigated by sharing the platform with other vehicles.
The first generation Previa was 4,750 mm (187.0 in) long and 1,800 mm (70.9 in) wide. In Japan, two smaller versions, the Toyota Estima Lucida and Toyota Estima Emina, were produced from January 1992, which were approximately 110 mm (4.3 in) narrower and 70 mm (2.8 in) shorter than the standard model. The original design continued to be sold in Japan, but became known as the "wide-body" Estima.
The reason that the smaller Emina and Lucida models were developed is the vehicle tax system in Japan, which is based on the product of the length and width of the car; the smaller variants fall into a lower tax band. The Estima Emina and Estima Lucida were also available with a 2.2-liter diesel engine (3C-T and 3C-TE). In Japan, the Estima and Estima Emina were exclusive to the dealerships called Toyota Store. The Estima Lucida sold at Toyota Corolla Store dealerships. The two received small redesigns in 1994 and a facelift in 1996.
The first generation Previa was available in both rear- and all-wheel drive versions (called All-Trac) and powered by a 135 PS (99 kW) JIS four-cylinder 2.4-liter fuel injection engine. Available with a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual gearbox, this Previa also seated seven or eight people, with three seating configurations offered (North America only received the seven passenger configurations, however).
All configurations have a driver and front passenger seat forward, and a three-seat bench seat at the rear that splits and folds flat against the sides of the cabin. The eight-seat configuration contains a 2/1 split swiveling bench seat in the middle row, while the seven-seat configurations contain either two independently swiveling captain's chairs (referred to as "Quad Seating"), in the middle row or a two-seat bench offset towards the driver's side. The third row is better upholstered in the seven-seat version.
The Previa was available with either four-wheel disc brakes or traditional front disc/rear drum brake setup, with anti-lock brakes (ABS) as an option.
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Common 1991 Toyota Previa problems
The Toyota Previa 1991 is known for its durability and reliability, but like any vehicle, it can have certain issues. One common problem is related to the Simpson gear train in the transmission, specifically the direct/reverse clutch. When the direct/reverse piston seals get old and cracked, the fluid pressure leaks, causing the clutch to slip when the oil is hot. This results in slow engagement of reverse gear, especially when the vehicle has been running for some time and the oil is hot.
Another issue reported by owners is the difficulty in securing parts for this older model, as it becomes increasingly challenging to find the necessary components as time goes on. This can make repairs more complicated and potentially more expensive.
However, many owners of the 1991 Toyota Previa have reported excellent experiences with the vehicle, citing its smoothness, quietness, and lack of vibrations, even after covering significant distances.
In summary, while the Toyota Previa 1991 can experience issues related to its transmission and the availability of parts, many owners have found the vehicle to be reliable, smooth, and long-lasting with proper maintenance.
What is the common problem of Toyota Previa?
A common issue on the Previa is for the arm rests to become loose. When they become very loose, they will not stand up when you try to move them out of the way. Instead they will fall straight back down.
Is Toyota Previa a reliable car?
I have owned 2 Previa's and I put 180,000 miles on the first one and more than 200,000 on the second one which I still drive every day. Both were extremely reliable and other than a battery, brakes, tires and oil changes, you'll never have to worry about anything. I wish they still made them today.
How long do Toyota Previas last?
The estimated lifespan of a Toyota Previa is 247,000mi, before reaching the life expectancy upper limit. Fuel type is a major factor when looking into a vehicles lifespan/life expectancy. Don't just buy it, VehicleScore it.
Why did Toyota discontinue the Previa?
The Previa was considered too small and too underpowered to compete with the much bigger and cheaper Chrysler minivans, and so Toyota stopped selling it in the United States and went to the very competent but basically unoriginal Sienna.
What is the common problem of Toyota Previa?
A common issue on the Previa is for the arm rests to become loose. When they become very loose, they will not stand up when you try to move them out of the way. Instead they will fall straight back down.
Is Toyota Previa a reliable car?
I have owned 2 Previa's and I put 180,000 miles on the first one and more than 200,000 on the second one which I still drive every day. Both were extremely reliable and other than a battery, brakes, tires and oil changes, you'll never have to worry about anything. I wish they still made them today.
How long can a Toyota Previa last?
It's a great car,very reliable, durable, dependable and are known to last at least 300,000 miles on same tranny and engine.
Why did they stop making Toyota Previa?
The Previa was considered too small and too underpowered to compete with the much bigger and cheaper Chrysler minivans, and so Toyota stopped selling it in the United States and went to the very competent but basically unoriginal Sienna.
1991 Toyota Previa car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota Previa problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Visibility problems
- Equipment problems
- Structure problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Tires problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1991 Toyota Previa vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1991 Toyota Previa
The NHTSA has received 87 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1991 Toyota Previa. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1991 Toyota Previa vehicles.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-15
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JT3AC22S5M0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I HAVE A 1991 TOYOTA PREVIA LE. THE DISTRIBUTOR O-RING AND VALVE COVER GASKETS WERE LEAKING OIL, AND THEY LEAK RIGHT ONTO THE HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD. I REPAIRED THESE PROBLEMS, AND ALL IS WELL, HOWEVER, I HAVE SINCE SEEN MANY INSTANCES IN VARIOUS FORUMS ONLINE WHERE THIS HAS HAPPENED TO OTHERS, AND HAS RESULTED IN A MAJOR VEHICLE FIRE. I BELIEVE THE WORD NEEDS TO BE SPREAD TO OTHER OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE TO CHECK FOR THIS PROBLEM BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE. IT IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM, CAUSED BY THE DRYING OUT AND CRACKING OF RUBBER SEALS. I DID, IN FACT, HAVE FLAMES WHEN I NOTICED IT, BUT I WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE BEFORE ANY DAMAGE WAS DONE. PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD. *TR
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-05-13
- VIN: JT3AC12R2M0
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 TOYOTA PREVA. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH IN HEAVY RAIN, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS HIT EACH OTHER, FLIPPED, SCRAP THE GLASS AND STOP FUNCTIONING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION. WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND FLIP THE WIPERS SO THAT THEY COULD WORK PROPERLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IF SHE DROVE SLOWER THAN 55 MPH, THE FAILURE DID NOT OCCUR AS OFTEN. THE CONTACT REFERENCED RECALL 93V113000 (VISIBILITY: WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER) AS ONE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED BUT ANOTHER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 100,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 130,000.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-03-25
- VIN: JT3AC12R2M0
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: IN HEAVY RAIN AT 55MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS HIT EACH OTHER, FLIP, SCRATCH THE GLASS AND STOP WORKING. TOYOTA HAS ACKNOWLEDGED THE RECALL BUT WILL NOT PAY FOR THE PARTS OR THE SERVICE. THE PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. THE PARTS ALONE ARE OVER A THOUSAND DOLLARS. THE WIPER ASSEMBLY AND OR MOTOR ARE DEFECTIVE AND HAVE DONE THIS SEVERAL TIMES. THERE IS NO WAY TO PREDICT WHEN IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. VISIBILITY IS REDUCED TO ZERO WHEN IT HAPPENS ON THE FREEWAY. IT IS DEADLY AND I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT WHAT TO DO TO GET TOYOTA TO HONOR THE RECALL. I HAD 3 KIDS IN THE CAR WHEN THE WIPERS TRIPPED AND FLIPPED ON THE FREEWAY. MY VISIBILITY WENT TO ZERO INSTANTLY. I SWERVED TO THE SIDE OF THE FREEWAY TO PULL OVER, FORTUNATELY THERE WAS NO ONE BEHIND ME AT THAT MOMENT. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-12-01
- VIN: JT3AC12R4M0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS AFTERMARKET RAYBESTOS, MANUFACTURED BY BRAKE PARTS INC., MODEL #MKD500(NA) FRONT BRAKE PADS. AFTER EXAMINING THE BRAKE PADS HE NOTICED THAT THE SQUEAL SHIMS WHERE CUTTING THROUGH THE ROTORS. UPDATED 1/4/10 *CN UPDATED 01/06/10.*JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-18
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 1991 TOYOTA PREVIA AND DRIVER NOTICED A BURNING SMELL. DRIVER PULLED OVER WHERE HIS VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE AND WAS TOTALED. *KB OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-90-0947. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-03
- VIN: JT4RN13P5M6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: SUBJECT ON SPECIAL POLICY ADJUSTMENT FOR HEAD GASKETS. SERVICE BULLETIN # 97121797017/ NHTSA ITEM # 54015, STATED THAT FAULTY HEAD GASKET WAS INVESTIGATED AND FOUND BAD ON 17 DEC. 1997. AS THE RESULT OF THE DEFECTIVE HEAD GASKET I HAD TO REPLACE THE ENGINE DUE TO THE FAILURE OF THIS SPECIFIC PART. *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-29
- VIN: JT3AC12R6M0
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY CONSUMER'S CHILD OPENED THE DOOR TO LET THE PET IN AND THE DOOR FELL COMPLETELY OFF. MANUFACTURER OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE DOOR IS NOW TIED ON.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-16
- VIN: JT3AC11R9M0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE BRAKES GO COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR. THERE IS GRINDING AND CRUNCHING NOISE. THE BRAKE CALIPERS FAILED, AND THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE WHEELS. TOOK VEHICLE TOO DEALER. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM HAD NOT BEEN RESOLVED. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-26
- VIN: JT3AC11RXM0
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: RUBBER COUPLING ON THE DRIVESHAFT WAS DEFECTIVE. CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT DRIVESHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-11-20
- Crash: 1
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: DISCOLORED HEADLIGHT LENSES CAUSE THE LIGHTS TO BECOME VERY DIM. CAN'T SEE BECAUSE OF SUCH DIM LIGHTS.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-17
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: REDUCTION IN LIGHT FROM HIGH AND LOW BEAM FRONT LIGHT BULB DUE TO DETERIORATION OF PLASTIC COVER (PITTING, DISCOLORATION, ETC) *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-22
- VIN: JT3AC12R4M0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: AFTER HAVING TREAD SEPARATION DIAGNOSED BY THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND MY AUTO MECHANIC TOOK THE VEHICLE WITH BRIDGSTONE BT 70 TIRES TO THE FIRESTONE STORE ON BOTH OCCASIONS TO BE CHECKED FOR TREAD SEPARATION. THE FIRST TIME FIRESTONE TOLD ME THERE NO TREAD SEPARATION IN ANY OF THE TIRES, BECAUSE OF MY CONCERN I REQUESTED AND RECEIVED CONFIRMATION IN WRITING. THE SECOND TIME AT THE FIRESTONE STORE ONE TIRE WAS REPLACED , AFTER DETECTING TREAD SEPARATION, THE OTHER THREE TIRES BEING TOLD WERE OKAY. EIGHT MONTHS LATER I EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION OF ONE OF THE BRIDGESTONE BT70 TIRES WHILE TREVELING ON THE HIGHWAY, LUCKILY I HAD SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 45 MPH BECAUSE I DETECTED SOME UNUSUAL VIBRATIONS. I HAVE THE THREE TIRES AND PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE SEPARATED TIRES. I HAVE RECENTLY CONTACTED BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE TO REPORT THIS INCIDENT. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-02-06
- VIN: JT3AC22S5M0
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THIS IS VERY SCARY AND HAS HAPPENED A NUMBER OF TIMES. STEERING FAILS WHEN BRAKES APPLIED MAKING A RIGHT TURN. PANIC STEERING PRESURE, RESULTS IN SNAPPING NOISE AND STEERING RETURNS. DEALER SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-10-07
- VIN: JT3AC11R3M0
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR IN GEAR, THE ENGINE BEGAN REVVING UP ON ITS OWN AND THE CAR ACCELERATED, BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-09-03
- VIN: JT3AC11R8M0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: COMPLETE TIRE TREAD SEPARATION AT 65 MPH ACCIDENT BARELY AVOIDED. *AK (DOT NUMBER: R3B109 TIRESIZE: P205/70R14)
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-19
- VIN: JT3AC12R3M0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TIRE BELT AND TREAD SEPARATED FROM TIRE CARCASS. *AK (DOT NUMBER: VDVFDVA157 TIRESIZE: 215/65R15)
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS ARE NOT SYNCHRONIZED WHEN WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE OPERATING. ARMS HIT EACH OTHER AND BECOME STUCK. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JT3AC11R1M0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE WAS ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH P205/75R14 TIRES. THE DOOR PLACARD STATES THE VEHICLE SHOULD HAVE P215/65R15 TIRES ON IT. HOW CAN I DETERMINE IF THE CORRECT SIZE TIRES WERE PROPERLY INSTALLED ON MY PREVIA AFTER ALL THESE YEARS IF THE DOOR PLACARD NEVER MATCHED THE TIRE SIZE THAT CAME ON THE VEHICLE TO BEGIN WITH? I CONTACTED TOYOTA ABOUT THIS SEVERAL YEARS AGO BUT I NEVER GOT A REPLY. ONCE WHEN I WAS BUYING REPLACEMENT TIRES I HAD A DIFFICULT TIME CONVINCING THE TIRE DEALER THAT MY VAN ACTUALLY CAME WITH THE SMALLER TIRES ALREADY INSTALLED ON IT. HE DID NOT WANT TO SELL ME TIRES THAT WERE DIFFERENT THAN THE SIZR SHOWN ON THE DOOR PLACARD.THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JT3AC11R7M0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: IT'S FORTUNE THAT THE FIRE HAPPENED WHEN CAR WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE. IF FIRE WERE HAPPEN DURING DRIVING, EXPLOSION COULD HAPPEN AND CAUSES FATAL INCIDENT. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-03-01
- VIN: FILL IN
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: FAILURE OF REAR WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO OPERATE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS.*AK
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-15
- VIN: JT3AC12R8M0
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: BACK RADIO SPEAKERS WENT OUT. THEN, FRONT SPEAKER WENT OUT.CONSUMER FE IT WAS SAME PROBLEM AS RECALL 93 V 147 000 FOR RADIO EQUIPMENT. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3AC22S3M0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION AND THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVERS FRONTAL AIR BAG DURING COLLISION, ACCIDENT RESULTED IN INJURY TO THE DRIVER. *MJS
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-12-07
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON I-4 IN ORLANDO 12/7/00 AT 70 MPH TREAD SEPARATED FROM OUR RIGHT REAR TIRE. I WAS ABLE TO KEEP THE CAR UNDER CONTROL AND PULL INTO THE MEDIAN, BUT BY THEN THE SEPARATED TREAD HAD BEAT THE CAR UP. I AM FILING A DAMAGE CLAIM NEXT WEEK WITH FIRESTONE, AND YESTERDAY REPLACED ALL OF THE TIRES WITH GOODRICHES. THE FOUR YEAR OLD TIRE THAT FAILED HAD 52,00 MILES ON IT AND WAS WARRANTED FOR 60,000. THERE WAS NO UNUSUAL TREAD WEAR PATTERN. THE MANAGER OF THE FIRESTONE DEALERSHIP IN WINTER PARK, FL INSPECTED THE TIRE AND AGREED THE TREAD WAS IN GOOD CONDITION, AND THAT THERE WAS NO WAY TO HAVE FORSEEN THAT THE TIRE WOULD FAIL BEFORE THE WARRANTED MILEAGE OCCURRED. HE DECLINED TO REPLACE ANY OF MY TIRES FOR FREE, ONLY OFFERING A 13% PRO-RATA CREDIT TOWARDS A NEW PURCHASE. MY OFFICE # IS 407-237-4851. I WILL PROBABLY MAIL THE TIRE TO FIRESTONE ON 12/18/00 AFTER PHOTOGRAPHING IT.*AK (DOT NUMBER: EJREDJD154 TIRESIZE: 20575R14)
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-11-06
- VIN: JT3AC11R3M0
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: DOOR DOESN'T OPEN WITH A KEY OR MANUALLY. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY DOOR WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN FROM THE INSIDE. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT DEALER.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-07-17
- VIN: JT3AC11R3M0
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS MAKING RATTLING NOISES ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. WAS DRIVING VEHICLE UP A HILL WHEN THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS.*AK
1991 Toyota Previa recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1991 Toyota Previa.
- Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Summary: FAILURE OF A SPECIFIC ELECTRONIC COMPONENT IN THE RADIOS CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
- Consequence: IF THE FAILURE OCCURS, IT COULD RESULT IN A PASSENGERCOMPARTMENT FIRE.
- Remedy: REPAIR THE RADIO.
- Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Summary: CERTAIN WINDSHIELD WIPER COMPONENTS ARE SUBJECT TO PREMATURE FAILURE DUE TO INSUFFICIENT STRENGTH TO FUNCTION UNDER HIGH LOAD LEVELS.
- Consequence: THE WINDSHIELD WIPER ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL AND CEASEOPERATION ENTIRELY, RESULTING IN REDUCED DRIVER VISIBILITY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER.
- Remedy: INSTALL NEW WIPER MOTORS, CERTAIN WIPER ARM COMPONENTS, AND RETORQUE THE WIPER ARM PIVOT.
Negative 1991 Toyota Previa car reviews
Positive 1991 Toyota Previa car reviews
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This car has been incredibly reliable, even after 190K miles. While we have had to replace some expected components, the body is holding up pretty well. It's also really fun to drive in the snow with its AWD. We may consider buying a newer model in the future, perhaps a 96-97. The only downside is that the safety rating isn't great.
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Wow... This van has been nothing but a gem. 252,000 miles and still going strong. We pull an 18ft. boat on our vacations with relative ease. The 4-wheel drive gets us up the slickest boat ramp and the most treacherous snow-covered roads when hockey season rolls around. The rear AC is fantastic.
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I've put 100,000 miles on this car since buying it used, and it now has 167,000 miles. It has been a reliable vehicle and has never given us any problems. The van has so much more room for luggage than other models, and all the seats are comfortable. The only downside is that this particular model is no longer available. It's going to be tough to part with mine!
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Very spacious and adaptable! It's amazing how the exterior dimensions are smaller than my new Camry, yet it can carry 7 passengers, a 4x8 sheet of plywood, or even my son's roller hockey team plus gear. Also, the gas mileage exceeded EPA, even in mountain driving with the AC on.
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Our 91 previa alltrac has reached 300k and is still going strong. We just can't seem to part with it. It has the perfect cargo space and can handle any terrain, including ice and snow. The engine's central placement provides excellent balance, and the all track feature is amazing. We still get about 20 miles to the gallon, and with proper maintenance and care, we believe it can reach 500k. It's a keeper! This van was originally our music road trip vehicle, but now it serves all our needs. We absolutely love Toyotas!
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Dorian Skiles 2024-10-17
We purchased this van with 200,000 miles on it and all the records since it was new. It's incredible how well-maintained it has been, with pages and pages of oil change receipts and dealer service records. We have had a similar experience with it, only needing gas and oil changes, and it's still running great at 219,000 miles. The only downside is that it could use a bit more power and better gas mileage (currently at 20 mpg), but overall it's a reliable and sturdy vehicle.