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2020 · Toyota

Toyota Supra problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 15 owner complaints and 5 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

2020 Toyota Supra
Photo: Gold Pony / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0 · representative photo of the Toyota Supra
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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2020 Supra?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

Buying a used 2020 Toyota Supra? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

⚠ The one to take seriously: steering is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 1,100 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 5 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 7.6/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →
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Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
3 reports · avg $850
moderate
engine
3 reports · fails ~25,000 mi · avg $3,100
moderate
steering
3 reports · fails ~1,100 mi · avg $700
severe
Buyer's checklist
Going to look at one? Use the pre-purchase inspection list.
Generated from this 2020 Supra's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2020 Supra?
We pulled the math: risk-weighted exposure, typical contract cost, and our verdict on whether coverage pencils out for this specific vehicle.
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2020 Supra · steering Crash
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…
2020 Supra · brakes
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…
11/04/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11439404.0
2020 Supra · steering
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…
2020 Supra · steering
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…
09/06/2019 · at 1,100 mi · NHTSA ODI #11253592.0 · see steering pattern →
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Active recalls showing 3 of 5

severe NHTSA 19V850000 November 27, 2019

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 Z4 M40i, Z4 sDrive30i, 330i and 330i xDrive vehicles as well as 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles

Headlight failure can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlight control units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
severe NHTSA 19V684000 September 27, 2019

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles

The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
severe NHTSA 20V516000 August 27, 2020

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles

Should the headlamps be adjusted horizontally, there could be increased glare and reduced visibility for oncoming drivers, or reduced visibility for the vehicle operator, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp vertical and horizontal adjustment plugs, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. BMW owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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Common questions

Is the 2020 Toyota Supra reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2020 Toyota Supra is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2020 Toyota Supra?

The 2020 Toyota Supra is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 5 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2020 Toyota Supra?

Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 3 owner complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2020 Toyota Supra a good used car to buy?

It scores 7.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 15 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2020 Toyota Supra?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 3 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Toyota Supra has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2020 Toyota Supra?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 15 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 11 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2020/Toyota/Supra. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Toyota. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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