Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 19 | — | 1 | Engine | Limited data |
| 2022 | 21 | — | 1 | Engine | Limited data |
* Complaints compared with the median GR86 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Toyota GR86 problems
Latest Toyota GR86 recalls
Equipment › Other › Labels
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra…
Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
Exterior lighting › Turn signal
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 BRZ and Toyota GR86 vehicles. The rear turn signals may intermittently become inoperative.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both rear combination lamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Subaru owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Toyota GR86 should you avoid?
None of the Toyota GR86 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What are the most common Toyota GR86 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (25), lights (6) and transmission & drivetrain (3). Engine complaints peak in the 2022 model year.
How many recalls has the Toyota GR86 had?
2 recalls across 2022–2023. The model year with the most is 2022.
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.