Model year guide

1995 Toyota Tercel

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Toyota Tercel is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

1995 Toyota Tercel at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints59
Combined29–31 mpg
Typical price$650

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

1995 Toyota Tercel recalls 2

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #08E050000 · 11/08/2008

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Fix: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 · 23/03/2006

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

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.

1995 Toyota Tercel common problems

Owners have filed 59 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.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

1995 Toyota Tercel MPG & running costs

Combined29–31 mpg
City27 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,250

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 1995 Toyota Tercel worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$650
High
$950

From 5 comparable 1995 Toyota Tercel listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1995 Toyota Tercel costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,250
Fuel only$11,250
Per mile$0.15

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.

1995 Toyota Tercel trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · DX
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl 93 hp

1995 Toyota Tercel vehicles on record

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Other Toyota Tercel model years

1997 1996 1994 1984

1995 Toyota Tercel — frequently asked questions

Does the 1995 Toyota Tercel have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1995 Toyota Tercel. 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 1995 Toyota Tercel?

Owners have filed 59 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 1995 Toyota Tercel get?

The 1995 Toyota Tercel has U.S. EPA estimates of 29–31 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 1995 Toyota Tercel worth?

Comparable 1995 Toyota Tercel listings run roughly $500–$950, typically around $650 (from 5 vehicles).

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