2000 Toyota Celica vs 2002 Toyota Celica
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Toyota Celica | 2002 Toyota Celica |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 106 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 96 | 95 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 23–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Celica | Toyota Celica |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 41 | 4 |
| Power Train | 20 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 1 |
| Structure | 6 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 5 | 0 |
2000 Toyota Celica
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.