1990 Toyota Tercel Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1990 Toyota Tercel. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Exterior lighting › HeadlightsCovers: Toyota Tercel 1987–1990
Reported issue: There can be interference with the headlamp housing if headlamp bulbs are replaced with any brand other than koito brand bulbs.
Possible consequence: The interference with the headlamp housing caused byother than koito brand lamp bulbs does not comply with fmvss 108, "lamps,reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Remedy: Toyota dealers will provide a new koito brand bulb with no charge if a non-koito brand bulb is now installed, or should a headlamp bulb burn out in the future. "caution labels" will also be placed on each headlamp housing.
← All problems reported for the 1990 Toyota Tercel
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.