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Toyota Paseo problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Paseo from 1992 to 1997: 40 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1992 (16), 1993 (11), 1994 (10). Best fuel economy: 29 mpg combined (1997).

Toyota Paseo
Photo: Andrew Bone from Weymouth, England · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Airbags12
Engine & cooling8
Transmission & drivetrain4
Tires3
Suspension2
Body & structure2
Brakes (hydraulic)2
Visibility (wipers, glass)1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199201627
199301127
199401027
19960228
19970129

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Toyota Paseo?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1992 (16), 1993 (11), 1994 (10).

How many recalls has the Toyota Paseo had?

Across 1992–1997, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).