1991 Toyota Celica problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 1991 Toyota Celica have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1991 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 done at no charge.

Q: What is the 1991 Toyota Celica safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 1991 Toyota Celica crash-test ratings of frontal 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Q: What gas mileage does the 1991 Toyota Celica get?

The 1991 Toyota Celica has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

1991 Toyota Celica at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints31

Combined19–26 mpg

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

1991 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, checked 4 Nov 2026. 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.

1991 Toyota Celica common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — 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.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Hydraulic

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1991 Toyota Celica safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Frontal — driver★★★★★

Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1991 Toyota Celica 2-DR. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

1991 Toyota Celica MPG & running costs

Combined19–26 mpg

City20 mpg

Highway27 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,108

EPA size classSubcompact Cars

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Passenger volume75 cu ft

Cargo volume15 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,542 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 1991 Toyota Celica costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,540

Fuel only$15,540

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length

173.6–176.0 in

Width

67.3–68.9 in

Height

50.4–50.8 in

Wheelbase

99.6 in

Curb weight

2,674–3,272 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1991 Toyota Celica — ranges cover the 4 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 32

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 32.

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the crit…

Bulletin TSB003220 · Air Bags, Vehicle Speed Control, Equipment · Aug 2023

POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it.…

Bulletin Toyota PRO19-02 · Tires, Wheels, Equipment · Jan 2022

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the crit…

Bulletin T-SB-0032-20 Rev · Equipment · Feb 2021

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates

Bulletin T-SB-0304-17 Obs · Equipment · Apr 2020

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The aforementioned bulleti…

Bulletin T-SB-0032-20 · Equipment · Apr 2020

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

Bulletin PG004-97-Obsolet · Equipment · Aug 2018

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

Bulletin PG006-01-Obsolet · Equipment · Aug 2018

TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information cont…

Bulletin T-SB-0304-17_Rev · Equipment · Jul 2018

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-9…

Bulletin T-SB-0304-17_Rev · Equipment · Jan 2018

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

Bulletin T-SB-0144-08_Obs · Equipment · Nov 2017

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CELICA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Toyota Celica

The Toyota Celica is an automobile produced by Toyota from 1970 until 2006. The Celica name derives from the Latin word coelica meaning heavenly or celestial. In Japan, the Celica was exclusive to Toyota Corolla Store dealer chain. Produced across seven generations, the Celica was powered by various four-cylinder engines, and body styles included convertibles, liftbacks, and notchback coupé.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1991 Toyota Celica trims & engines on record

Trims

ST

Engines

1.6L 4-cyl 103 hp

1991 Toyota Celica vehicles on record

1991 Toyota Celica STJT2AT86F6M0057534

1991 Toyota CelicaJT164STJ200004798

1991 Toyota CelicaJT1ST1820A0088711

1991 Toyota CelicaJT2ST85N9M0064426

1991 Toyota CelicaJT2ST87N0M0066501

1991 Toyota CelicaJT164STJ200061252

1991 Toyota CelicaJT164STJ200040455

1991 Toyota CelicaJT2MA71NXM0155297 1991 Toyota CelicaJT164ATJ000074303

1991 Toyota CelicaJT164ATJ000065060

1991 Toyota CelicaJT164ATJ000083018

1991 Toyota CelicaJT164STJ500015662

1991 Toyota CelicaJT2ST87N7M0081187

1991 Toyota CelicaJT164ATJ000083899

1991 Toyota CelicaJT2AT86F4M0071156

Other Toyota Celica model years

1991 Toyota Celica — frequently asked questions

Does the 1991 Toyota Celica have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1991 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 done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Toyota Celica?

Across all 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, seat belts, service brakes.

What is the 1991 Toyota Celica safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 1991 Toyota Celica crash-test ratings of frontal 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 1991 Toyota Celica get?

The 1991 Toyota Celica has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–26 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.