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1976 Toyota Corona

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1976 Corona.

The 1976 Toyota Corona Overview captures a compact sedan that arrived during a period of steady refinement for the model line. Built on a purpose‑designed platform and powered by a modest inline‑four, the year is remembered for its dependable character, marking a turning point toward consistent reliability in the Corona’s evolution. The vehicle’s straightforward engineering reflects Toyota’s shift from experimental growth to a more mature, market‑focused approach. As a result, the 1976 Corona is often cited as a reliable entry that helped solidify the brand’s reputation for durability.

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Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Corona of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

16.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 16.00 sec — 1974 SR Hardtop Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1974SR Hardtop Coupe 2.0L I-416.00 sec20.40 sec105 hpRWD

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
4
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 4 of 4 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
Toyota PRO19-022022-01-12TiresPOL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all…
Safety Recall an2016-07-21EquipmentUpdate on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-PG007-012001-05-04EquipmentReplacement vin plates.
T-PG002-911991-01-18EquipmentProduct general information.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN
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Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 1976 Corona have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.