1999 Toyota Cavalier Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 5, 2005 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Cavalier years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1999 Toyota Cavalier. That is the most of any Cavalier model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 110,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 1999 Toyota Cavalier problems

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

Air Bags1 · ~110,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags1100%110,000——

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

1999 Toyota Cavalier recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Toyota Cavalier.

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Recent owner reports

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

Both air bags deployed while the consumer was driving at 35 mph. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle home. Then, filed a claim with the manufacturer, who sent a representative to investigate problem, and offered the consumer blue book value. *ak

Air Bags · received Jan 5, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10106811

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Toyota Cavalier?

Owners most often report air bags problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Toyota Cavalier?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Toyota Cavalier a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cavalier model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.