The most-reported 86 run is JF1ZNAA12H9 (2017 builds) with 1 complaints, 1× the typical run. Engine problems make up 31% of reports; NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for 86 model years 2017–2019.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Toyota 86 has 13 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 38% of every 86 complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JF1ZNAA12H9•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| JF1ZNAA12H8•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| JTEBU5JR6J5•••••• | 2018 | — | — | |
| JF1ZNAE12K9•••••• | 2019 | — | 1 | |
| JF1ZNAE12K8•••••• | 2019 | 1 | — | |
| JF1ZNAE18K8•••••• | 2019 | 1 | — | |
| JTEBU5JR1K5•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| JF1ZNAE15K9•••••• | 2019 | — | 1 | |
| JF1ZNAE10K9•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| JF1ZNAE1XK9•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| JF1ZNAE17K8•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| JF1ZNAA11K8•••••• | 2019 | — | — |
Each of the other 1 86 runs has 1 complaint or fewer. ForCar has checked 14 86 VINs so far, most often 2017, 2020, 2018 builds.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 9 | 9 | 2 |
Heaviest year here is 2019 at 1 complaints per run; lightest is 2019 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 31% of everything Toyota 86 owners report: Engine, 5 of 13 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | 1 | |
| Steering | — | — | |
| Wheels | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 3 recall campaigns on the Toyota 86; the 3 below cover build years 2017 to 2019. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 21V587000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 2018–2019 |
| 17V295000 | Tires:temporary/emergency Spare Tire | 2017 |
| 16V920000 | Electrical System:ignition | 2017 |
21V587000 was opened in 2021 on cars built from 2018: 3 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
Of the 13 reports on the Toyota 86, 15.4% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Toyota 86 | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 13 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 2 (15.4%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 2 (15.4%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 166% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Toyota 86 share of that is 13 complaints over 13 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Toyota 86 VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 13 NHTSA complaints from 13 86 runs and 3 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which 86 production run has the most complaints?
JF1ZNAA12H9, a 2017 build, with 1 complaints. The typical 86 run has 1.
How many 86 complaints involve a crash?
15.4% of 13 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 2 involved a fire.
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