Model year guide

1992 Toyota Celica

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1992 Toyota Celica is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1992 Toyota Celica — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1992 Toyota Celica at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints27
Combined19–25 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1992 Toyota Celica recalls 1

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #10E002000 · 11/02/2010

RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.

Fix: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1992 Toyota Celica common problems

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

1992 Toyota Celica MPG & running costs

Combined19–25 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,192
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume75 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,958 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1992 Toyota Celica costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,960
Fuel only$15,960
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1992 Toyota Celica trims & engines on record

Trims
ST
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 103 hp

1992 Toyota Celica vehicles on record

1992 Toyota Celica 1992 Toyota Celica STJT2AT86F5N0090722

Other Toyota Celica model years

2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1997 1995 1994 1991

1992 Toyota Celica — frequently asked questions

Does the 1992 Toyota Celica have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1992 Toyota Celica. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Toyota Celica?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, seat belts, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 1992 Toyota Celica get?

The 1992 Toyota Celica has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.