2020 Toyota Supra Problems

Severe Issues

Shopping for a used 2020 Toyota Supra? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 15 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Engine Problems the most reported area.

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Before you buy

This 2020 Toyota Supra has 15 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Engine Problems.

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15
Complaints
3
Crashes
β€”
Fires
1
Injuries
β€”
Fatalities
8
Recalls

2020 Toyota Supra Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

Not Rated

Frontal Crash

Not Rated

Side Crash

Not Rated

Rollover

Not Rated
βœ“Stability Control: Standardβ—‹Forward Collision Warning: Noβ—‹Lane Departure Warning: No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2020 Toyota Supra has 15 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 8 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.

2020 Toyota Supra β€” key reliability facts
Make
Toyota
Model
Supra
Model year
2020
NHTSA owner complaints
15
Crash-related complaints
3
Safety recall campaigns
8
Top reported component
Engine Problems
Reliability signal
Severe Issues
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2020 Toyota Supra problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
3
complaints

Engine Problems

#2
3
complaints

Electrical Faults

#3
3
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2020 Toyota Supra?

The 2020 Toyota Supra shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.

Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2020 Toyota Supra

Inspection Focus

  • Inspect engine for any reported problems, such as stalling or loss of power.
  • Check electrical systems, including infotainment and sensors, for faults.
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for steering and suspension components.

Before You Close the Deal

  • Inspect engine for any reported problems, such as stalling or loss of power.
  • Check electrical systems, including infotainment and sensors, for faults.
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for steering and suspension components.
  • Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on reported components.

Check the exact car

Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.

Before buying a used 2020 Toyota Supra, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.

AI verdict

What the complaint data suggests

Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

Based on 15 NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Toyota Supra, issues appear concentrated in engine problems, electrical faults, steering defects, and uncategorized issues, each with 3 complaints. There are also 3 crash-related complaints and 8 recalls, though the low complaint volume limits confidence in these patterns.

Key Findings
  • Engine problems, electrical faults, steering defects, and uncategorized issues each account for 3 complaints.
  • Suspension failures have 2 complaints, while airbag malfunctions, structural problems, and back over prevention each have 1.
  • There are 8 recalls and 3 crash-related complaints for the 2020 model year.
Top Concerns
  • Engine Problems
  • Electrical Faults
  • Steering Defects
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. With only 15 complaints and one model year, the data may not represent the full population of vehicles. Low confidence level due to small sample size.

Full breakdown

All 2020 Toyota Supra complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Toyota Supra. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Engine Problems3β€”β€”β€”
Electrical Faults3β€”β€”β€”
Uncategorized Issues3β€”β€”β€”
Steering Defects31β€”β€”
Suspension Failures22β€”β€”
Airbag Malfunctions11β€”β€”
Structural Problems11β€”β€”
Back Over Prevention1β€”β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB1β€”β€”β€”
Brake System1β€”β€”β€”
Visibility/Wiper1β€”β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain11β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration11β€”β€”
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)11β€”β€”
Wheel Issues11β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2020 Toyota Supra. Type a keyword (e.g. β€œtransmission”, β€œstalling”, β€œbrakes”) to filter.

Showing 15 most recent complaints

Engine ProblemsMar 19, 2026

I am reporting a safety concern involving BMW and Toyota vehicles equipped with the B58 Technical Update (B58TU) engine, commonly found in 2019–2021 models. These engines use a variable displacement oil pump with an internal thermoplastic adjusting component that regulates oil pr…

Engine ProblemsMar 5, 2026

The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Supra. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle with the Push-to-Start button, the vehicle hesitated while starting. A message that the engine was overheating was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle was idling in Low …

Engine ProblemsFeb 27, 2026

I am reporting a safety concern involving BMW and Toyota Supra vehicles equipped with the B58 Technical Update (B58TU) engine, commonly found in model years 2019–2021. These vehicles utilize a variable-displacement engine oil pump containing an internal thermoplastic adjusting c…

Suspension Failures CrashOct 20, 2025

rear end crash

Electrical FaultsJan 31, 2025

The 2020 - 2025 Toyota Supra is manufactured by BMW and uses virtually all components supplied by BMW. The vehicle includes dual climate controls (driver / passenger) and the temperature of the air from the vents is controlled independently. It is known by BMW that the blend door…

Back Over PreventionNov 15, 2024

The vehicle Parking / Backup / Cross Traffic assist warnings do not work unless the objects are within approx 2 feet of the car. When backing up there is no warning of any on coming traffic or a child behind the car. If a individual is at the rear of the car there is no visible…

Electrical FaultsMar 8, 2023

Rear hatch will not open electrically and/or from the interior manual release handle. If someone gets stuck in the trunk or a pet, won't be able to come out. I had items I bought and if they included battery or dangerous item, my safety would be at risk. There is no rear realse h…

Electrical FaultsMar 6, 2022

There was a beep and then my dashboard went completely blank (was just dark) so I couldn't see any information such as how many miles per hour I was driving or how much gas I had or my navigational information or what gear I was in. Then the dashboard came back on and it said th…

Brake SystemNov 4, 2021

I scheduled an appointment to get an oil change and recall issue taken care of by a Toyota dealership near me. I dropped it off in the morning and when I called to check up on it in the afternoon they did not even begin to work on the car. I had picked it up because they said the…

Visibility/WiperApr 27, 2021

WINDSHIELD CRACKS FROM VERY VERY TINY KNICK, ABOUT THE SIZE OF 1/2 OF A GRAIN OF SALT. I AM IN MULTIPLE TOYOTA SUPRA GROUPS IN FACEBOOK AND NUMEROUS PEOPLE HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THIS ISSUE. I FEEL THE WINDSHIELD DOESN'T MEET SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR IMPACTS. THE WINDSHIELDS APPEAR …

Transmission / Drivetrain CrashJun 15, 2020

I WAS STOPPED IN THE LEFT TURN LANE AT A RED LIGHT. THE TURN ARROW SWITCHED TO GREEN SO I TOOK THE U-TURN. I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE U-TURN GOING ABOUT 15 MPH, WHEN THE CAR BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. THE CAR OVERSTEERED, AND THE REAR PORTION OF THE CAR KICKED OUT TO THE RIG…

Uncategorized IssuesJan 2, 2020

EXTREME WIND BUFFETING DRIVING OVER 45MPH WITH 1 OR BOTH WINDOWS DOWN. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE YOU CAN'T HEAR WARNINGS OR ANYTHING WHEN THIS OCCURS. CAR & DRIVER RECENTLY PUBLISHED AN ARTICLE ABOUT IT AS WELL. HTTPS://WWW.CARANDDRIVER.COM/NEWS/A30380806/TOYOTA-SUPRA-W…

Steering Defects CrashDec 21, 2019

I PURCHASED A 2020 TOYOTA SUPRA ON NOVEMBER 11, 2019. ON DECEMBER 2,2019. THIS VEHICLE SERIOUSLY AND VERY DANGEROUSLY MALFUNCTIONED. I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY RESIDENTIAL AREA AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN, PROCEEDED TO MAKE A LEFT ONTO GREENSPRING AVE. , HEADING TOWARDS THE BELTWA…

Steering DefectsSep 6, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 TOYOTA SUPRA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, THE WHEELS FAILED TO MOVE AND THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT T…

Steering DefectsSep 6, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 TOYOTA SUPRA. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK AND A MESSAGE APPEARED, WARNING THE CONTACT NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO A STEERING MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT HAD TO STOP THE VEHICLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY WHERE IT WAS TOWED TO UNIV…

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2020 Toyota Supra.

Safety recalls

2020 Toyota Supra recalls

8 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2020 Toyota Supra. 8 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

Safety recall

ENGINE

#21V598000ENGINEFeb 8, 2021
Safety recall

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

#19V850000EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS27/11/2019
Safety recall

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

#19V684000BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA27/09/2019
Safety recall

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

#20V700000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYDec 11, 2020
Safety recall

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

#19V653000SEAT BELTS:FRONTDec 9, 2019
Safety recall

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

#20V355000STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY15/06/2020
Safety recall

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

#20V516000EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS27/08/2020
Safety recall

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

#25V636000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY23/09/2025

Across model years

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Questions

2020 Toyota Supra buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2020 Toyota Supra reliable?β–Ύ

Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 15 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 8 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2020 Toyota Supra shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Toyota Supra?β–Ύ

#1: Engine Problems (3 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (3 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (3 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Toyota Supra?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2020 Toyota Supra?β–Ύ

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2020 Toyota Supra, NHTSA complaints include 3 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 15 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2020 Toyota Supra have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes. 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2020 Toyota Supra. A major recall area is ENGINE. 8 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.

Should I buy a 2020 Toyota Supra?β–Ύ

The 2020 Toyota Supra shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.

Wider context: See the full Toyota Supra reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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