Most common 1996 Toyota Pickup problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Toyota Pickup complaints by model year
What 1996 Toyota Pickup owners say
Suspension
Driving vehicle at a speed of 35mph, control arm broke, causing loss of control of vehicle and vehicle to flipped over.
When vehicle is driven with noload in the bad of the truck aloud clunking noise can be heard from rear when driven over smallest bumps due to leaf spring failure.
Speed control & acceleration
This vehicle has a problem with the accelerator sticking when trying to accelerate to pass by another vehicle . Driver has to press the accelerator to the floor, and after it does accelerate it gets stuck, and there is no way to get it to release. The dealer has not been contacted.
When you turn the A/C on the truck will move forward even when you feet is on the brake.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1996 Toyota Pickup a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1996 Pickup rates average: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the Pickup at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Toyota Pickup?
The suspension — 3 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about front. Next is the speed control & acceleration (3).
How many recalls does the 1996 Toyota Pickup have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 Toyota Pickup. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Toyota Pickup?
Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1995. See the full Toyota Pickup years comparison.
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.