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

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

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1991 Toyota Corolla. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

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

The U.S. EPA rates the 1991 Toyota Corolla at about 25 mpg combined (23 city / 29 highway).

1991 Toyota Corolla at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints87

Combined25 mpg

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

1991 Toyota Corolla 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 recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1991 Toyota Corolla common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Seat Belts

Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Suspension

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

1991 Toyota Corolla MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg

City23 mpg

Highway29 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,600

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1991 Toyota Corolla costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000

Fuel only$13,000

Per mile$0.17

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.

1991 Toyota Corolla trims & engines on record

Trims

Deluxe

Engines

1.6L 4-cyl 102 hp

1991 Toyota Corolla vehicles on record

1991 Toyota Corolla DeluxeJT2AE94AXM3443766

1991 Toyota Corolla Deluxe1NXAE94A7MZ175093 1991 Toyota Corolla Deluxe2T1AE94A9MC102275 1991 Toyota Corolla DeluxeJT2AE94K6M3447855

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1991 Toyota Corolla — frequently asked questions

Does the 1991 Toyota Corolla have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1991 Toyota Corolla. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

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

Based on 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, seat belts, tires.

What gas mileage does the 1991 Toyota Corolla get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1991 Toyota Corolla at about 25 mpg combined (23 city / 29 highway).

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