The most-reported Cressida run is JT2MX83E5M0 (1991 builds) with 2 complaints, 2× the typical run. Engine and engine cooling problems make up 28% of reports; 1991 is the worst model year at 1.2 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for Cressida model years 1981–1984.
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 Cressida has 22 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 26% of every Cressida complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT2MX83E5M0•••••• | 1991 | — | 1 | |
| JT2MX62W5C0•••••• | 1982 | 1 | — | |
| JT2MX62E5C0•••••• | 1982 | — | — | |
| JT2MX62W0E0•••••• | 1984 | — | — | |
| JT2MX73EXF0•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| JT2MX73E6F0•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| JT2MX73E5F0•••••• | 1985 | 1 | — | |
| JT2MX72WXF0•••••• | 1985 | 1 | — | |
| JT2MX73E1G0•••••• | 1986 | 1 | — | |
| JT2MX73E0G0•••••• | 1986 | — | — | |
| JTMX83E3N00•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JT2MX83E8K0•••••• | 1989 | — | — |
Each of the other 10 Cressida runs has 1 complaint or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Toyota Cressida the gap between build years is 1.2×: a 1991 car draws 1.2 complaints per run, a 1985 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 6 | 5 | — | |
| 1989 | 4 | 4 | 1 | |
| 1985 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
Heaviest year here is 1991 at 1.2 complaints per run; lightest is 1985 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 28% of everything Toyota Cressida owners report: Engine And Engine Cooling, 7 of 23 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | — | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Equipment | — | 1 | |
| Tires | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 4 recall campaigns on the Toyota Cressida; the 4 below cover build years 1981 to 1984. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 84V108000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 1983–1984 |
| 83V133000 | Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator | 1984 |
| 86V132000 | Vehicle Speed Control | 1982 |
| 81V031000 | Seat Belts:front:warning Light/devices | 1981 |
84V108000 was opened in 1984 on cars built from 1983: 1 year on the road before the recall.
The Cressida against its rivals
The Cressida draws 1 complaints per production run; the Nissan Stanza 1.3. That is the lowest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Cressida | 23 | 22 | 21.7% | |
| Nissan Stanza | 118 | 89 | 7.6% |
How serious were they
Of the 23 reports on the Toyota Cressida, 21.7% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Toyota Cressida | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 23 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 5 (21.7%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 2 (8.7%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 274% 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 Cressida share of that is 23 complaints over 22 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Toyota Cressida VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 23 NHTSA complaints from 22 Cressida runs and 4 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Cressida production run has the most complaints?
JT2MX83E5M0, a 1991 build, with 2 complaints. The typical Cressida run has 1.
Which Cressida years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1991 is heaviest at 1.2 complaints per run and 1985 lightest at 1.
Does the Cressida get more complaints than the Nissan Stanza?
No: 1 complaints per production run for the Cressida against 1.3 for the Nissan Stanza.
How many Cressida complaints involve a crash?
21.7% of 23 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 2 involved a fire.
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