Investigation PE87047: 1985–1987 Toyota MR2

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Aug 18, 1987

Closed

Dec 10, 1987

Model years

1985–1987

Subject

Engine compartment fires

Component: Engine and engine cooling

Summary

Summary of information from manufacturer:after investigation, toyota canfind no common or specific cause of the 4 fires from a vehicle populationof 77,034.warranty claims are inconclusive and parallel vehicle sales.analysis:a review of the 2 complaints on the 1986 model mr2 sport coupe(a relatively low production, special interest vehicle) did not reveal apotentially common cause.both vehicles were occupied at the time of thefires.one fire was noticed because the electrical accessories failedand the engine would not restart, moments later smoke and flames engulfedthe engine compartment.the owner of the other vehicle reports thevehicle was stopped at idle when he noticed flames out of the right ofthe engine compartment.status:recommend closing this pe and monitor for future evidence of anemerging defect trend.#===

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1987 Toyota MR25 complaints
• 1986 Toyota MR26 complaints