Most common 2019 Toyota 86 problems
Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Toyota 86 complaints by model year
2019 Toyota 86 recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
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.
Remedy: 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.
What 2019 Toyota 86 owners say
Engine & cooling
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 assistance. The contact was unaware of a warning light being illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and then towed to a dealer and the vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.
On [redacted], 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" condition. However, the vehicle was then inspected by Costa Oil (the shop that performed my most recent oil change). Costa Oil confirmed in writing that the oil level was within Toyota specifications, directly contradicting the dealer's diagnosis. Camelback Toyota later today stated that the cause of failure was "undetermined unless the engine is disassembled." Toyota corporate has denied goodwill repair coverage, despite the fact that the vehicle was properly maintained and the failure occurred suddenly without warning. …
2019 Toyota 86 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 24 / 32 / 27 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 21 / 28 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Toyota 86 a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the 86 to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Toyota 86?
The engine & cooling — 3 complaints, 30% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (2) and brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota 86 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2019 Toyota 86, the most recent from July 29, 2021 (fuel pump). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 2019 Toyota 86 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 12,000 miles; 80% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.