One problem related to trunk wiring has been reported for the 1996 Toyota Corolla. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tail lights go off and on intermittently. When tail lights are not working, cruise control does not work. When cruise control is operational, it stops working if I turn on headlights. I have been to the dealer 8 or 9 times when this is happening and am always told the bulb has blown and they replace it and send me on my way. There is apparently a short in the electrical system because when we pull out the "blown" bulb and put it back in, the lights will work again. The dealer has been of absolutely no assistance over the past 6 years.