1993 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 1993 Toyota Previa problems
The Toyota Previa, introduced in 1990, is a minivan known for its spacious interior and reliability. However, as with any vehicle, the 1993 Toyota Previa has its share of common problems based on complaints from owners.
- Sudden Unintended Acceleration: This is the most reported problem for the 1995 Toyota Previa, with an average cost to fix of $900 and an average mileage of 93,000 miles.
- Starting Issues: Several owners have reported issues with their 1993 Previa not starting. This can be due to a variety of reasons, such as a dead battery, loose battery connections, a bad battery, a faulty starter solenoid, or issues with the starter relay or switches in the theft deterrent system.
- Failed Emissions Test Due to Blocked EGR System: This issue is common in the Toyota Previa, with the failed emissions test being the top problem reported for the model.
- Seat Removal Difficulty: Some owners have reported difficulty removing the seats from their 1993 Previa, especially the middle seat, which can be heavy and cumbersome.
- Routine Maintenance and Rust: While not a problem specific to the 1993 Previa, routine maintenance and dealing with rusted exhaust pipes are common issues for this model.
It is important to note that the 1993 Toyota Previa has a reputation for reliability, with many owners reporting high mileage and few major issues. However, as with any vehicle, regular maintenance and addressing any problems promptly can help ensure a long and trouble-free lifespan for the 1993 Previa.
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 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.
Is Toyota Previa fuel efficient?
Toyota Previa Mileage
The Manual Petrol variant has a mileage of 14.53 kmpl.
1993 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:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Tires problems
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Toyota Previa vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1993 Toyota Previa
The NHTSA has received 44 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Toyota Previa. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1993 Toyota Previa vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-02
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: JT3AC12R5P1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: VEHICLE HAS DRIVER-SIDE AIRBAG ONLY. AIRBAG DEPLOYED ON TUESDAY, JULY 2 AT ABOUT 5PM WHILE DRIVING ON A SAN DIEGO FREEWAY AT 60MPH. THERE WAS NO COLLISION OR WARNING TO DRIVER. MINOR INJURY TO DRIVER. VEHICLE WAS ULTIMATELY TOWED FROM ROAD TO SERVICE CENTER.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-02
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE 1993 TOYOTA PREVIA AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED HER VEHICLE WAS NOT ON THE RECALL LIST. *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3AC11R0P1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: HANKOOK OPTIMO H724 TIRE P205/75R-14 DOT T7XC HBH. INSIDE TIRE WALL (BACK DRIVER SIDE) SEPARATED ON 04-16-14 TRAVELING I10 WEST AT ARIZONA HIGH WAY SPEED LIMIT OF 75 MPH CAUSING ACCIDENT. NOTHING WAS RUN OVER ON HIGHWAY. SEVERE, ROLL-OVER ACCIDENT. MINI-VAN TOTALED. PURCHASED AT AMERICA'S TIRE, SAN RAMON, CA 07-20-13. TIRE HAD ~ 10,000 MILES WEAR ON 70,000 MILE TIRE. TIRES AND PRESSURE CHECKED 8 DAYS PRIOR. INSIDE WALL SEPARATIONS ARE EXTREMELY RARE. SUSPECTED MANUFACTURING DEFECT. MANUFACTURING QUALITY CONTROL IS NOT HARD. ANY MANUFACTURING DEFECT THAT PUTS HUMAN LIFE IN DANGER IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. WILL NOT PURCHASE HANKOOK TIRES AGAIN. THERE ARE REPORTED PROBLEMS WITH INSIDE WALL CRACKING ON THE HANKOOK OPTIMO H725 TO THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY SAFETY TRANSPORTATION ADMINISTRATION. I HAD REPORTED THE PROBLEM DIRECTLY TO HANKOOK. [XXX], HANKOOK TIRE, CONTACTED ME 04/21/14. HE IS CLEARLY NOT INTERESTED IN THE SERIOUS NATURE OF A POTENTIAL MANUFACTURING DEFECT IN 2 PHONE CONVERSATIONS ON 04/22/14. I CLEARLY STATED SEVERAL TIMES THAT MY INTENT IN CONTACTING THEM WAS FROM A SAFETY PERSPECTIVE. [XXX], FROM HANKOOK TIRE, DID NOT KNOW WHICH MANUFACTURING PLANT HAD MANUFACTURED THE TIRE EVEN THOUGH I HAD PROVIDED THE DOT NUMBER OR IF THERE WERE OTHER KNOWN PROBLEMS WITH THE SAME MODEL NUMBER. IF THERE HAD BEEN A CAR NEXT TO ME OR A CAR BEHIND ME OR A TREE ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY, THERE MIGHT HAVE BEEN SERIOUS INJURIES OR DEATH WITH THAT TYPE OF INSIDE WALL TIRE SEPARATION. AGAIN, LET ME REITERATE HOW RARE AND DANGEROUS INSIDE TIRE WALL SEPARATIONS ARE. THERE IS NO ABILITY TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE IN THIS TYPE OF SITUATION. THE VEHICLE JERKED TO THE LEFT, THEN JERKED TO THE RIGHT, AND THEN JERKED TO THE LEFT AGAIN BEFORE IT STARTED TO SPIN 180 DEGREES AND ROLL. THERE WERE NO TELL-TALE WARNINGS (ROUGH RIDE) OF THE POTENTIAL INSIDE TIRE WALL SEPARATION LIKE AN OUTSIDE TIRE WALL SEPARATION. A TIRE MANUFACTURER WHO IS LACKADAISICAL ABOUT SAFETY IS DEEPLY TROUBLING. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3AC11R0P1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: HANKOOK OPTIMO H724 TIRE P205/75R-14 DOT T7XC HBH. INSIDE TIRE WALL (BACK DRIVER SIDE) SEPARATED ON 04-16-14 TRAVELING I10 WEST AT ARIZONA HIGH WAY SPEED LIMIT CAUSING ACCIDENT. NOTHING WAS RUN OVER ON HIGHWAY. SEVERE, ROLL OVER ACCIDENT. MINI-VAN TOTALED. PURCHASED AT AMERICA'S TIRE 07-20-13. TIRE HAD ~ 10,000 MILES WEAR. TIRES AND PRESSURE CHECKED 8 DAYS PRIOR. INSIDE WALL SEPARATIONS ARE EXTREMELY RARE. SUSPECTED MANUFACTURING DEFECT. MANUFACTURING QUALITY CONTROL IS NOT HARD. ANY MANUFACTURING DEFECT THAT PUTS HUMAN LIFE IN DANGER IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. WILL NOT PURCHASE HANKOOK TIRES AGAIN. HAVE REPORTED IT TO HANKOOK TIRES. *TR THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE INSIDE TIRE WAS MISSING A CORD IN THREE PLACES. UPDATED 07/15/15. *JB
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,PARKING BRAKE,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-11
- VIN: JT3AC12RXP1
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,PARKING BRAKE,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 1993 TOYOTA PREVIA. SUDDEN BRAKE FAILURE AT ABOUT 30 MPH. I TRIED TO STOP AND THERE WAS NO BRAKING. PARKING BRAKE WAS ALSO NOT OPERABLE. I TURNED THE KEY OFF AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO RUN. PUTTING IT IN PARK OR REVERSE DID NOT STOP OR SLOW IT DOWN. I WENT DOWN GULLEY, ACROSS LAWNS AND PARKING LOTS AND DID CIRCLES IN PARKING LOT UNTIL IT FINALLY STOPPED (?RAN OUT OF GAS). TERRIFYING!! I NOTIFIED TOYOTA TO SEE IF THEY WERE INTERESTED IN FINDING OUT WHY THERE WAS THIS DANGEROUS FAILURE AND I WAS INFORMED MY CAR WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THEY REALLY DIDN'T CARE. OVERALL IT HAD BEEN A GREAT VEHICLE AND ALL SIX OF MY CHILDREN USED IT TO LEARN TO DRIVE. I WAS ABOUT TO GIVE IT TO MY YOUNGEST SON. THANK GOODNESS IT HAPPENED WITH ME AND NOT HIM. I WAS VERY DISAPPOINTED THAT TOYOTA REALLY DIDN'T CARE THAT THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN SERIOUS INJURIES AND THERE ARE STILL ALOT OF PREVIAS ON THE ROAD. IT HAD FAIRLY NEW BRAKES AND HAD BEEN WELL MAINTAINED. IT WILL NOW BE SOLD FOR SCRAP. *TR
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JT3AC22S5P1
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: WHILE STARTING UP OUR 1993 TOYOTA PREVIA, THE RADIO AMPLIFIER UNDER THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF, AND THE FIRE STOPPED. SMOKE ODORS FROM THE FIRE STILL PERSIST, AND THE AMPLIFIER WAS REMOVED. THE CIRCUIT BOARD NEAR ONE OUTPUT TRANSISTOR WAS BADLY BURNED, AND THE AMPLIFIER IS NOT REPAIRABLE. IT APPEARS THAT THE GLUE USED TO ATTACH THE LARGE CAPACITORS HAS MIGRATED ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD AND MAY HAVE CAUSED THE SHORT. NO NEW PART HAS BEEN FOUND AS YET. *TR
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-02-27
- VIN: JT3AC12R7P1
- Components: SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 1993 TOYOTA PREVIA SUSPENSION ISSUES. CUSTOMER STATES THAT THE SUSPENSION HAS BEEN WORKED ON BUT THE PROBLEMS STILL EXIST AND HAVE NOT BEEN RESOLVED. THEY WOULD LIKE TO USE AFTER MARKET PARTS AND WANTS TOYOTA TO REIMBURSE THEM FOR THE PARTS. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED THE FRONT STRUTS, SPRINGS, REAR SHOCKS AND REAR SPRINGS HAVE ALL BEEN REPLACED AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO BOTTOM OUT. THE CONSUMER STATED THE PROBLEM SEEMED TO BE MOSTLY IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE REAR ENGINE AND OIL SEAL WERE LEAKING .THE BRAKE LINES WERE ALSO REPLACED. *JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-07
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AFTER NOT DRIVING FOR A COUPLE DAYS. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, IT WILL COST $800 TO FIX IT. I THINK THIS IS VERY UNREASONABLE. IT WAS NEVER IN A WRECK AND NEVER DEPLOYED. THERE ARE ALSO SOME OTHER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE LIGHTS IN THE DASH. *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-27
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: IN JANUARY 2004, THE STEEL BELT IN ONE OF OUR TIRES FRAYED THROUGH THE TIRE TREAD WHILE DRIVING. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED, AND THE COMPANY THAT SOLD IT TO US RETURNED IT TO THE MANUFACTURER WITH A REQUEST FOR EXPLANATION OF THE DEFECT. THERE WAS NO REPLY. IN JUNE 2004, THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED WITH ANOTHER TIRE FROM THE SAME SET. THE MECHANIC REPLACING THIS SECOND FAULTY TIRE POINTED OUT THAT A THIRD TIRE WAS BULGING, BECAUSE IT HAD THE SAME DEFECT, AND THE STEEL BELT WOULD SOON FRAY THROUGH THE TREAD IF NOT REPLACED. THE TIRES WERE ORIGINALLY PURCHASED NEW AS A SET OF 4 IN NOVEMBER 1999. THEY HAD ABOUT 37,000 MILES WEAR WHEN THE FIRST ONE HAD TO BE REPLACED, AND ABOUT 41,000 MILES WEAR WHEN THE NEXT TWO HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE BRAND IS TOYO, P215/65R15 800 ULTRA 95T BL. THE DOT NUMBER FOR THE SECOND TIRE THAT FAILED IS CX KW 49 V 088. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-26
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3AC11R1P1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN CAR ON A 45 MPH CRASH FRONT DRIVERS SIDE CRASH.*AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-27
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TREAD SEPARATION ON I-64 AT 65 MPH ON TWO CONTINENTAL TIRES #P21565R1595S ON TOYOTA PREVIA MINIVAN. 6 PASSENGERS IN THE VAN, 5 CHILDREN, DRIVER BARELY ABLE TO GET TO SIDE TO AVOID TRAFFIC.*AK
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-17
- VIN: JT3AC12R5P1
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: I AM CURRENTLY ATTEMPTING TO GET AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) FIXED ON PREVIA. 6 WEEKS AGO A NEW CONDENSOR AND ASSOCIATED PARTS WERE REPLACED DUE TO FAILURE. THESE NEW PARTS WERE REPLACED TO MEET EPA REQUIREMENTS FOR R-134A COOLANT (ORIGINAL COOLANT WAS R-12). A/C ON SYSTEM FAILED ON JULY 2, 2003. PREVIA WAS TAKEN TO MOTORCARS TOYOTA IN CLEVELAND HEIGHTS (NOT THE SAME PLACE AS WHERE R-134A CONVERSION WAS PERFORMED) AND THE SYSTEM CHECKED. SYSTEM WAS RECHARGED WITH NO INDICATION THAT THE DEALER MADE ANY TYPE OF CHECKS FOR LEAKS. PREVIA WAS RETURNED THE NEXT DAY TO DEALERSHIP WITH STRANGE "HARMONIC" NOISE THAT WAS HEARD BY SERVICE MANAGER BUT NOT CORRECTED. REAR A/C UNIT IS NOT OPERATING AND FRONT A/C UNIT IS NOT CAPABLE OF COOLING ENTIRE VAN. I WILL BE NOTIFYING TOYOTA OF THIS ISSUE, BUT FEEL THAT WITH THE NUMBER OF PREVIA'S STILL ON THE ROAD, THERE WILL BE CONTINUING ISSUES WITH THE SWITCH OVER FROM R-12 TO R-134A. DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THAT THE NOISE IS NOTICEABLE BUT TOO DIFFICULT TO LOCATE. THEIR CLAIM IS THAT REAR A/C IS COOLING NORMALLY, EVEN THOUGH SERVICE MANAGER ADMITS THAT IT IS NOT DOING SO. HE BLAMES THE ISSUE ON DIFFERENCES BETWEEN R-12 AND R-134A. IN READING INFORMATION ON THE WEB, ALL PARTS OF SYSTEM NEED TO BE CHECKED FOR LEAKS AND THAT R-134A RUNS AT A HIGHER PRESSURE, COMPRESSOR NEEDS TO BE CHECKED. FROM YOUR WEBSITE, TOYOTA RECOMMENDS IN THEIR SERVICE BULLETIN 080498 THAT AN IMPROVED REAR A/C MAGNETIC VALVE IS REQUIRED TO KEEP INTERNAL VALVE CORROSION TO A MINIMUM. THERE IS A HIGH PROBABILITY THAT I STILL HAVE THE OLD VALVE DESIGNED TO RUN UNDER R-12 INSTALLED. THIS WILL BE A CONTINUING PROBLEM AS THERE WAS NO EFFORT TO LOOK FOR ANY LEAKS OR OTHER PROBLEMS. RECHARGING THE SYSTEM EVERY MONTH IS NOT A VIABLE OPTION. I WILL BE MAKING AN ADDITIONAL APPOINTMENT NEXT WEEK TO GIVE THE DEALERSHIP ONE MORE OPPORTUNITY TO CORRECT THIS ISSUE. I'LL CONTACT THE BBB, AAA AND THE NEXT MANAGEMENT LEVEL AT TOYOTA IF IT ISN'T FIXED THEN. *JB
AIR BAGS,TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-23
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3AC11R3P1
- Components: AIR BAGS,TIRES
- Summary: BOUGHT NEW TIRE 6/20/03 (P205/75R14, T47-SIGMA TEMPEST); TIRE BLEW OUT ON SIDE ON 6/23/03 (SERIAL #S AQ5W30/SG01120754W). CAR WENT OFF ROAD AND HIT GUARD RAIL. CAR DAMAGE TO 1993 TOYOTA PREVIA IS TOTALED. MINOR INJURIES TO DRIVER. *NLM
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-11-21
- VIN: JT5YN94T3P0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THAT ALL SIX TIRES SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING. THE TIRE TURNED INTO AN EGG AND WERE NOT DRIVABLE. TIRE INFO: YOKOHAMA-185R-14D/DOT #NOT AVAILABLE. THERE WAS PLENTY OF TREAD REMAINING AT THE TIME OF FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL WHEN THE TIRES SEPARATED. (TOYOTA MOTOR HOME) SCC *JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-10
- VIN: GT3AC11R7P1
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH AXLE BROKE ON DRIVER'S SIDE, NO INJURIES. PLEASE ADD FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-12-15
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JT3AC12R7P1
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
- Summary: CONSUMER PARKED VAN ON DECEMBER 14. 0N DECEMBRT 15 GLOVE BOX BURNED/ MELTED. ONLY THING THAT WAS ACTIVATED WAS ALARM SYSTEM.*AK THE INSURANCE INVESTIGATOR DETERMINED THAT THE AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF HEAD LIGHT WIRING SHORTED CAUSING FIRE IN THE GLOVE BOX. *YH
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-12-27
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3AC11R8P1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: ON DECEMBER 27TH, 2000 ME AND MY FAMILY WERE TRAVELING ON VACATION GOING EAST ON I-10 OUT OF EL PASO, TX, RIGHT BEFORE SONORA, TX (MILE MARK 397 ON I-10) I HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE AND FELT MY VAN BOUNCING FROM THE REAR AND TRIED TO PULL OFF THE ROAD ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VAN PULL ME COMPLETELY OF THE ROAD AND ROLLED OVER ONCE, FORTUNATELY NOBODY WAS SERIOUSLY HURT (I WAS TRAVELING WITH MY WIFE AND 3 CHILDREN) WHEN I GOT OUT OF MY VEHICLE I NOTICED THAT THE REAR LEFT SIDE TIRE (DRIVER'S SIDE) HAD PEELED OFF THE SURFACE THREAD COMPLETELY AND HAD GOTTEN OF THE RIM CAUSING THE ACCIDENT PREVIOUSLY DESCRIBED.*AK (TIRESIZE: P205/75R14)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P205/75R14 )
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JT3AC12R8D1
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: MIDDLE REAR CAPTAINS CHAIR HAS A LAP BELT THAT CANNOT BE USED SAFELY IN THE REAR FACING POSITION. MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS NOT TO USE LAP BELT IN REAR FACING POSITION WHILE IN MOTION.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JT3AC12R5PL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AUXILLARY DRIVESHAFT IS GOING BAD. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT IN THE PREVRA VAN. *YH
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-05-05
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AIR BAG LIGHT WILL COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JT3AC11R9P1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING BRAKES WOULD MAKE SQUEAKING/SQUEALING NOISES. THE PROBLEM GETS LOUDER WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER THE AUXILLIARY SHAFT NEEDED REPLACING. *AK
CHILD SEAT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-01-18
- VIN: JT3AC2158P1
- Components: CHILD SEAT
- Summary: CHILD HEAD FLOPPED FORWARD AND HER NOSE AND MOUTH WERE COVERED BY THE FRONT SHIELD ON HER EVENFLOW ULTARA CAR SEAT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-17
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JT3A611RXP1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE FILLING UP CAR, CONSUMER SET BACK IN THE CAR UNTIL WAS FINISHED PUMPING GAS. GOT OUT AND LEFT HAND TOUCHED SIDE OF CAR, AND CONSUMER GOT A STATIC POLK. THEN CONSUMER LOOKED AT GAS HANDLE AND IT WAS ON FIRE AS THE GAS WAS PUMPING. CONSUMER SCREAMED TO DAUGHTER TO GET OUT OF THE CAR. THEN SCREAMED FOR HELP. SERVICE MANAGER REMOVED THE NASAL AND FIRE WAS INSIDE OF THE GAS SEAL AND TANK. CONSUMER SAID THAT SHE RECEIVED A SHOCK IN THE CAR JUST BEFORE THE FIRE, LIKE AN ELCTRICITY SHOCK. CONSUMER ALWAYS GETS SHOCKED BY THE CAR. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-10-31
- VIN: JT3AC12RXP1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
POWER TRAIN,TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-10
- Components: POWER TRAIN,TIRES
- Summary: THIS TIRE SEPARATED WRAPPING AROUND AXLE AND TEARING OFF REAR BUMPER, RENDERING THE VEHICLE UNSTABLE UNTIL THE RUBBER TREAD TIRE OFF. THE FACT WECOULD STOP THE VEHICLE WITHOUT COLLIDING WITH OTHER VEHICLES ON INTERSTATE 75 WAS A MIRACLE. THIS TIRE HAD ABOUT 60000 MILES ON IT BUT WAS ABOVE THE TREAD DEPTH LIMIT. FOUR TIRES WERE PURCHASED IN 1996 AND ANOTHER OF THIS SET WAS REPLACED OVER A YEAR AGO FOR DEVELOPING AN OUT OF ROUND CONDITION. THESE TIRES ARE DEADLY. *AK( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 21570R14 )
Negative 1993 Toyota Previa car reviews
Positive 1993 Toyota Previa car reviews
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share that I've driven my Previa for 192,000 miles and it's been such a reliable and comfortable vehicle. It's a shame that it's no longer being produced because I would definitely buy another one without hesitation. I've looked into the Sienna and Sequoia as potential replacements, but they just don't have the same feel. The Sienna seems too low and
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Your 1993 Previa sounds like a fantastic car! It's great to hear that it has been so reliable for you and has held up so well over time.
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We've kept the car in great condition with several upgrades, including a roof rack, new tires, Bluetooth, and speakers. Plus, it comes with SIRIUSXM radio!
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I'm really sad about having to get a new car because I absolutely love my Previa. It has been such a reliable car for the past 13 years, with the only issue being an additional alarm system installed by an independent company. Despite its size, I love driving it and it has been incredibly useful for moving my entire household (except for the fridge) and even sleeping five people during a camping trip. I used to have to visit the mechanic yearly, but with the Previa, I only had to replace the brakes twice. I'm not sure if we lucked out with our van or if the model is just that great. However, my family has grown and it's time to say goodbye to the Previa and hello to the Corolla. It's the more ecologically responsible choice, but I'll always have fond memories of my trusty Previa.
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I purchased this car brand new and it has been a reliable companion throughout my travels. Despite putting over 100,000 miles on it in the first 1 1/2 years, it has never let me down. As an artist, I often travel to art shows and pull a large trailer with a total weight of 9300 to 9800 pounds. The Previa has pulled this weight up the mountains of W. Virginia, Wyoming and the 8% grades of Lake Tahoe, Ca with ease. It now has an impressive 473,000 miles on the clock and has only required a water pump and starter replacement. The van still does not use oil. I cannot recommend this car enough for its outstanding reliability.
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1993 Toyota Previa Problems and Complaints - 17 Issues
Problem with your 1993 Toyota Previa? Our list of 17 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 1993 Toyota Previa.
1993 Previa problems | Toyota Nation Forum
Jan 24, 2020 ... It cranks over fine, the battery is in good condition, but the spark plugs don't seem to have any spark. The fuel pump, fuel filter, and fuel ...
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Sep 27, 2015 ... Why does Toyota previas have so many head gasket problems? - Answered by a verified Toyota Mechanic.
1995 Toyota Previa Problems and Complaints - 19 Issues
Our list of 19 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 1995 Toyota Previa ... common issues based on car owner complaints ... 1993 Toyota Previa ...
1993 Toyota Previa: Regular Car Reviews : r/cars
Apr 27, 2020 ... Outside of that and some panel rust, it had zero mechanical issues, with zero major repairs. Engine and transmission still ran like clockwork.
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Lavon Hackett 2024-06-28
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with this van. I purchased it two years ago and it has been an awesome older used vehicle. I've only had to do minor maintenance and haven't had any big problems. It's been reliable in all seasons and has been a great choice for a soccer mom like me!