Buyer's checklist: 5th gen Toyota Supra (2020–2026)

Look for 2

Known problems, and how to check for each.

Interior rattlesAll yearsListen on a rough road for rattles from the door panels and seats.¹
Oil consumption2021–2022Ask how much oil it needs between changes, and check the level.^2,3

Recalls to ask about 12

Recalls filed for these model years. Not every car is covered; check the vehicle identification number with NHTSA.

Recall 19V6530002020The mount for the driver's seat belt guide loop may be poorly welded and fail in a crash. It is inspected, and a car with a faulty one is replaced. Ask for proof the recall work was done.⁴
Recall 19V6840002020A camera setting can hide the rear view image and stays set. The camera software is updated. Ask for proof the recall work was done.⁴
Recall 19V8500002020The headlight control units can fail and leave one or both headlights out. They are replaced. Ask for proof the recall work was done.⁴
Recall 20V3550002020The steering tie rods can be damaged in high heat or on rough roads, and may break. They are replaced. Ask for proof the recall work was done.⁴
Recall 20V5160002020The headlamps can be aimed sideways, against the federal lighting standard. The adjustment plugs are checked and corrected. Ask for proof the recall work was done.⁴
Recall 20V7000002020–2021The weld between the fuel tank's halves may fail and leak fuel. The tank is replaced. Ask for proof the recall work was done.^4,5
Recall 21V5540002021The passenger seat belt's automatic locking retractor may switch off too early. The retractors are inspected and replaced if needed. Ask for proof the recall work was done.^5,6
Recall 21V5980002020–2021Engine software can cause a loss of brake assist while the engine starts. The software is updated. Ask for proof the recall work was done.^4,5
Recall 23V8210002023A faulty weld on the transmission control unit's cover can let oil in, which can seize the gears and cut power. The mechatronics module is replaced. Ask for proof the recall work was done.⁷
Recall 25V6360002020–2022The starter relay can corrode, overheat and short circuit, raising the risk of fire. Owners are told to park outside until the starter is replaced. Ask for proof the recall work was done.^4,5,8,9
Recall 26V0560002021–2023The engine starter can overheat and catch fire from wear on a part inside it. The starter is replaced. Ask for proof the recall work was done.^5,8,7,10
Recall 26V4380002023–2024Extends recall 26V056000: the engine starter can overheat and catch fire from wear inside it. The starter is replaced. Ask for proof the recall work was done.⁷

What buyers avoid 1

What owners and the press say to steer clear of.

Abused, modified or undocumented carsAll yearsIn one SupraMKV thread, three members steer buyers to clean, documented cars. One would always choose a clean lower-mileage car over a questionable newer one, one warns that tuning can affect the warranty and emissions checks, and one says unabused, documented cars are hard to find.²

Buyer's checklist: 5th gen Toyota Supra 2020–2026

Look for 2

Recalls to ask about 12

What buyers avoid 1

Sources