2020 Toyota Supra VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2020 Toyota Supra has good reliability. There are 8 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Toyota Supra. Severity signals include 3 crash-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Engine (3), Electrical System (3), Steering (3).
Supra reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2020 Toyota Supra issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Engine3
- Electrical System3
- Steering3
- Suspension1
- Back Over Prevention1
- Service Brakes1
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2020 Toyota Supra
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Inspect for engine oil pressure issues, especially during cold starts
- Test climate control system for proper heating and defrosting
- Check rear hatch for proper opening both electrically and manually
- Verify dashboard functionality and ensure no blanking occurs
- Test steering for vibrations or difficulty in turning
2020 Supra recalls (8)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2020 Supra. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V636000Sep 23, 2025Park outside until repaired
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
Consequence: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 14, 2025.
- ENGINENHTSA 21V598000Aug 2, 2021
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 M340i, M340i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, X3 M40i, 2020-2021 X4 M40i, 745Le xDrive, 2019-2021 Z4 M40i, and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available.
Consequence: Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 20V700000Nov 12, 2020
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Z4 and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. The weld between the fuel tank halves may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.
Consequence: The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
- EXTERIOR LIGHTINGNHTSA 20V516000Aug 27, 2020
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The headlamps are able to be adjusted horizontally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: 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.
Remedy
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.
- STEERINGNHTSA 20V355000Jun 15, 2020
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles. In certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.
Consequence: A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW and Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
- EXTERIOR LIGHTINGNHTSA 19V850000Nov 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. The headlight control units may fail causing a loss of one or both of the headlights.
Consequence: Headlight failure can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 19V684000Sep 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 back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Consequence: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
- SEAT BELTSNHTSA 19V653000Sep 12, 2019
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The driver's seat belt guide loop mount may have been improperly welded.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, the mount could become damaged and the seat belt may not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners have been notified, and Toyota dealers will inspect the seat belt guide loop mount. If the mount is defective, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2019. Owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K0R.
2020 Toyota Supra on the road
5,887 2020 Toyota Supra units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
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Reliability verdict for the 2020 Toyota Supra
The 2020 Toyota Supra exhibits a reliability score slightly below the segment average, indicating moderate reliability. With eight recalls, the recall count is elevated, suggesting some manufacturing or design issues that needed addressing. Complaints are relatively few but are spread across several critical areas, including the engine, electrical system, and steering, which contributes to a perception of dispersed reliability concerns.
The second year of this generation might imply some teething problems typical of newer models, which could have contributed to the observed issues. While the number of complaints is not excessively high, their distribution across essential systems signals potential areas for concern.
Overall, the 2020 Supra presents a moderate reliability risk, with issues not concentrated but rather distributed across multiple systems.
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2020 Toyota Supra — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2020 Toyota Supra reliable?
The 2020 Toyota Supra exhibits a reliability score slightly below the segment average, indicating moderate reliability. With eight recalls, the recall count is elevated, suggesting some manufacturing or design issues that needed addressing. Complaints are relatively few but are spread across several critical areas, including the engine, electrical system, and steering, which contributes to a perception of dispersed reliability concerns.
How many recalls does the 2020 Toyota Supra have?
8 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2020 Toyota Supra. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2020 Toyota Supra problems?
The most-reported 2020 Toyota Supra problem areas are: Engine (3), Electrical System (3), Steering (3).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2020 Toyota Supra?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2020 Toyota Supra, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.