Toyota / Celica
Each year is counted over the same span: complaints received up to two calendar years after its model year. A year is compared only when that span is over and it holds at least 50 complaints. Fewer than three years of this generation are comparable, so no year is named.
| Model year | All complaints | First three years | Most reported system | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 9 | 6 | Accelerator & Cruise Control | not compared |
| 1997 | 8 | 2 | Windows, Wipers & Visibility | not compared |
| 1998 | 5 | 1 | Body & Structure | not compared |
| 1999 | 10 | 3 | Wheels & Tires | not compared |
Each year is counted over the same span: complaints received up to two calendar years after its model year. A year is compared only when that span is over and it holds at least 50 complaints. Fewer than three years of this generation are comparable, so no year is named.
| Model year | All complaints | First three years | Most reported system | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 106 | 43 | Engine | not compared |
| 2001 | 47 | 11 | Engine | not compared |
| 2002 | 29 | 17 | Airbags | not compared |
| 2003 | 17 | 8 | Fuel & Propulsion | not compared |
| 2004 | 4 | 1 | Brakes | not compared |
| 2005 | 4 | 1 | Wheels & Tires | not compared |
A model year gets its own page when four sources cover it, it holds at least 50 complaints, and it either compares with the other years of its generation or shows one system in 40% or more of the complaints that name a component. The rest are listed here with their figures.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Bulletins | Combined MPG | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 38 | 21–27 | listed here |
| 1997 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 43 | 22–28 | listed here |
| 1998 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 22–23 | listed here |
| 1999 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 45 | 22–23 | listed here |
| 2000 | 106 | 3 | 1 | 96 | 23–27 | yes |
| 2001 | 47 | 1 | 0 | 101 | 23–28 | listed here |
| 2002 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 95 | 23–28 | listed here |
| 2003 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 96 | 23–28 | listed here |
| 2004 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 88 | 24–28 | listed here |
| 2005 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 100 | 24–28 | listed here |
| System | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 75 | 32% | 72,075 mi |
| Powertrain | 31 | 13% | 74,837 mi |
| Airbags | 30 | 13% | 105,000 mi |
| Accelerator & Cruise Control | 26 | 11% | 72,400 mi |
| Body & Structure | 21 | 9% | 30,000 mi |
Shares are over complaints that name a component; a complaint naming several systems is counted under each.
Owner report Belt tensioner won't retract when trying to replace serpentina belt. Most likely a defective part , original. Have to creative finding other ways to replace belt without breaking the tensioner.
Owner report I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN THE VEHICLE I JUST BOUGHT AND WAS GOING THE SPEED LIMIT AND THE ENGINE LITERALLY BROKE INTO PIECES AND OIL WENT EVERYWHERE
Owner report TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA CELICA. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE GEAR SHIFTIER DID NOT WORK AND MADE A GRINDING NOISE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED AFTER APPROXIMATELY SEVEN YEARS. THE …
Owner report THIS VEHICLE HAS ( ACCORDING TO ALL SOURCES AVAILABLE ) BURNED OIL FROM THE TIME IT LEFT THE PLANT BRAND NEW,MOST 2000 TO 2002 TOYOTA CELICA GT'S HAVE THIS ISSUE AS THE RINGS WERE BAD. TOYOTA HAS NEVER PRODUCED A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE AND IT HAS EFFECTED THOUSANDS OF VEHICLES.TOYOTA DID CHANGE THE RINGS OUT FOR THE 20…
Owner report This vehicle was involved in a rollover accident on Monday, January 15, 2024. When the car rolled over several times, the airbags never deployed. This vehicle is available for inspection, The driver safety was put at risk with a neck injury due to the airbags, not deploying Yes, and auto repair business is aware that t…
Owner report TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 TOYOTA CELICA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V03300 (AIR BAGS), HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. HAMER TOYOTA (11041 S…
| Campaign | Component | Filed | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10V035000 | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 2010-02-03 | 271,417 |
| 20V033000 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2020-01-22 | 138,842 |
| 04V455000 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER | 2004-09-17 | 109,056 |
| 04V566000 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 2004-11-29 | 92,577 |
| 06E049000 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2006-05-24 | 27,176 |
Whether a recall has been done on a specific car depends on its VIN; check it at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
None open.
Toyota issued 750 service bulletins covering these model years, most often about equipment.
A bulletin tells dealers how to fix a known condition. It is not a recall and not a defect finding. Most bulletins cover several model years at once, so a bulletin listed here may not be specific to one year. The number of bulletins tracks how long and how widely a model was sold, so it is not a measure of reliability.
| Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-07 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Serv… |
| 2024-12-06 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood… |
| 2024-12-06 | STRUCTURE:BODY | The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicl… |
| 2024-12-05 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure … |
| 2024-07-29 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Serv… |
| 2024-07-12 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood… |
| 2024-07-12 | STRUCTURE:BODY | To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and in… |
| 2024-07-12 | STRUCTURE:BODY | The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicl… |
| 2024-06-21 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Serv… |
| 2024-05-17 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. |
Complaint counts are not failure rates. A model that sells more cars draws more complaints, and owners file more after news coverage or a recall. That is why years are compared only with other years of the same generation, over the same span, and never with other models.
This page summarises public records; it is not a mechanical inspection.