2000 Toyota Celica
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 46 of 106 complaints (43%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more deaths (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 10 in 1999 to 106 in 2000.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | vs. 2000 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,700–2,850 | 2,700–2,850 | 2,300–3,350 | 2,250–3,350 | 2,250–3,350 | |
| Combined MPG | 22–23 | 22–23 | 23–27 | 23–28 | 23–28 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 19–20 / 26–27 | 19–20 / 26–27 | 20–24 / 27–31 | 20–25 / 27–32 | 20–25 / 27–32 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 386–404 | 386–404 | 329–386 | 317–386 | 317–386 | |
| Complaints filed | 5 | 10 | 106 | 47 | 29 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 13 | 7 | 13 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 7 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2000 Toyota Celica have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2000 Toyota Celica?
Engine: 46 of 106 NHTSA complaints (43%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Toyota Celica get?
EPA rates it 23–27 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2000 Toyota Celica?
EPA estimates $2,300–$3,350 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 23 mpg | 31 mpg (high) | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 342 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 20 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | $3,350 (high) | 386 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 24 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 329 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 20 mpg (low) | 29 mpg | 23 mpg (low) | $3,350 (high) | 386 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 46 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 20 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 13 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 3 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING · Campaign 06E049000 · Jun 5, 2006
Defect: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · Campaign 04V566000 · Nov 30, 2004
Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.' THE LUMINOUS INTENSITY OF THE DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP (DRL) WILL BE MODIFIED TO MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Consequence:
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RESISTOR, WHICH WILL DECREASE THE LUMINOUS INTENSITY OF THE DRL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 16, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER · Campaign 04V455000 · Sep 22, 2004
Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE THE POSSIBILITY THAT THE RECESS RETAINS A RUBBER SEAL RING, WHICH IS LOCATED AT THE END OF THE CYLINDER BODY, AND MAY BE CORRODED DUE TO AN IMPROPER WASHING PROCESS.
Consequence: IN THIS CONDITION, BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK FROM THE SEAL, OR A SMALL AMOUNT OF AIR MAY ENTER THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH COULD LEAD TO AN INCREASE OF VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND BOOSTER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371.