The Toyota GR86 spans 2022–2026 with 4 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2022, 2023, 2025 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2026, 2024, 2025. It delivers up to 25 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Toyota GR86 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2022 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Toyota GR86 VIN — every digit explained
Every Toyota GR86 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Toyota and the country it was built in (real Toyota codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this GR86.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- JapanJT2 · JT3 · JT4 · JT5 · JT6 · JT8
- USA4T1 · 4T3 · 4T4 · 58A · 5TB · 5TD
- Canada2T1 · 2T2 · 2T3
- Mexico3TM · 3TY
- TurkeyNMT
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your GR86, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Toyota GR86 have?
The Toyota GR86 has 4 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2022–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2024 Toyota GR86 recalls 1
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
2023 Toyota GR86 recalls 1
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
2022 Toyota GR86 recalls 1
Exterior Lighting:turn Signal
What's wrong. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 BRZ and Toyota GR86 vehicles. The rear turn signals may intermittently become inoperative.
Risk. Inoperative rear turn signals may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace both rear combination lamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Subaru owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Subaru's number for this recall is WRM-23.
Best and worst years for the Toyota GR86
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 5 tracked years, the worst years are 2022, 2023, 2025 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2026, 2024, 2025.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 GR86 | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2023 GR86 | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2024 GR86 | Fuel/propulsion System | Best | |
| 2025 GR86 | Fuel/propulsion System | Avoid | |
| 2026 GR86 | — | Best |
What are the most common Toyota GR86 problems?
The most-reported Toyota GR86 problems are Tires (1 reports), Engine (17 reports) and Air Bags (1 reports) — out of 37 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Toyota GR86 specifications & dimensions
The 2026 Toyota GR86. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Toyota GR86 window sticker.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Toyota GR86 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the GR86 holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Toyota GR86 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Toyota GR86 get?
The Toyota GR86 returns up to 25 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $3,100/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2025 Toyota GR86 (2.4L 4-cyl) gets 24 mpg combined and costs about $3,200/yr to fuel, emitting 366 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10, smog 2/10) — about $5,000 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 GR86 | 21 | 30 | $3,200 | 366 | 2/10 | 2.4L 4-cyl | |
| 2024 GR86 | 21 | 30 | $3,200 | 366 | 3/10 | 2.4L 4-cyl | |
| 2023 GR86 | 21 | 31 | $3,100 | 360 | 3/10 | 2.4L 4-cyl | |
| 2022 GR86 | 21 | 31 | $3,100 | 360 | 3/10 | 2.4L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the GR86 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient sedans, or calculate this GR86's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Toyota GR86 have? Power & range
The Toyota GR86 is offered with 1 powertrain — 2.4L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl | 2.4L · 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | RWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Toyota GR86 tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Toyota GR86 is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your GR86's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
How much does a Toyota GR86 cost to own?
A used Toyota GR86 sells for a median of about $23,995 for a 2024 — most listed between $22,000 and $29,499, from 18 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 GR86 | $22,000–$29,499 | 5 | |
| 2023 GR86 | $22,999–$32,988 | 5 | |
| 2022 GR86 | $25,898–$39,500 | 8 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a GR86 is worth today, or browse used-market prices across all models.
A Toyota GR86 holds its value well. A typical example keeps roughly 56% of its value after five years — losing about 44% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 84% | $25,200 | −$4,800 |
| Year 2 | 76% | $22,800 | −$7,200 |
| Year 3 | 68% | $20,400 | −$9,600 |
| Year 4 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 5 | 56% | $16,800 | −$13,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this GR86 loses about 44% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $15,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the GR86 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Toyota GR86 to insure?
A Toyota GR86 costs about $1,989 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 38% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (138, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the GR86's HLDI loss index. See Toyota insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Toyota GR86 safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the GR86 yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Toyota GR86 last?
A well-maintained Toyota GR86 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.0/5.
Check your Toyota GR86’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this GR86’s VIN free →All Toyota GR86 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Toyota GR86 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GR86 | 0 | — | |
| 2025 GR86 | 1 recall | — | |
| 2024 GR86 | 1 recall | — | |
| 2023 GR86 | 1 recall | — | |
| 2022 GR86 | 1 recall | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the GR86?
By owner-complaint volume, 2022, 2023, 2025 drew the most reports. 2026, 2024, 2025 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the GR86 have?
4 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2022–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
What MPG does the GR86 get?
Up to 25 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a GR86 last?
A well-maintained GR86 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the GR86 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the GR86 is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Toyota GR86 warranty?
New Toyota models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Toyota dealer.
Where is the Toyota GR86 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your GR86's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Toyota may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the GR86 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.