2019 Toyota 86 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 13, 2026 · 10 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 86 years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Toyota 86. That is the most of any 86 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 30%), typically at around 26,100 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Toyota 86
Subaru BRZ spotted at St. Clair Ave E, Scarborough, Toronto.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Fabian Roudra Baroi, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Toyota 86 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine3 · ~26,100 mi
Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~6,416 mi
Unknown or Other2 · ~20,235 mi
Air Bags1
Back Over Prevention1
Electrical System1 · ~20,235 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~2,200 mi
Seat Belts1
Service Brakes1
Structure1 · ~2,200 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine330%26,100——
Fuel/propulsion System220%6,416——
Unknown or Other220%20,235——
Air Bags110%———
Back Over Prevention110%———
Electrical System110%20,235——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)110%2,200——
Seat Belts110%———
Service Brakes110%———
Structure110%2,200——
Suspension110%———
Vehicle Speed Control110%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2019, with 3 complaints
2019: 3201932020: 3202032025: 3202532026: 120261

n = 10 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2019 Toyota 86 recalls (1)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpJul 29, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V587000 · 175,968 vehicles

Problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Right and left strut mounts struts are making noise popping noise when turning the wheel also transmission is very hot in cabin. Back up camera blanks out on hot says

Suspension · received Jun 13, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11743916

On [XXX], my 2019 Toyota 86 experienced a sudden engine failure while I was driving, causing the vehicle to lose power and become undrivable. The vehicle was towed to Camelback Toyota in Phoenix, AZ. The dealership initially diagnosed the failure as being caused by an “overfilled oil”…

Engine · received Sep 4, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11685141

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota 86. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH with her grandson inside the vehicle, the contact heard a tapping sound coming from engine and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the right side of the road while awaiting tow truck…

Engine · received Jul 25, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11676173

My SRS warning light keeps coming on every time I Start my vehicle. THE WARNING LIGHT ON MY DASH BORD IT READS CHECK SRS AIR BAG SYSTEM.IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR AT LAST 4 WEEKS IT WON'T GO AWAY REGARDLESS.

Air Bags · received Jun 11, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11666436

My dash lights started to flicker then noticed water coming from dash onto my feet. Brought my car to toyota dealership and was told nothing was wrong with it. 1 month and 1/2 later car caught fire due to electrical issue behind steering wheel. I am holding all star toyota liable.

Electrical System · received Sep 10, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11354180

Other Toyota 86 years

← 2018 86 · 2020 86 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2020 8610
2019101
2018 8611
2017 8622

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota 86?

Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Toyota 86?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 Toyota 86 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 86 model years, the 2019 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.