Does the 2000 Toyota Celica have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Toyota Celica, the most recent reported on November 29, 2004 (Exterior lighting: headlights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Toyota Celica?

Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (41 complaints), followed by power train (20).

How many 2000 Toyota Celica complaints mention a crash or fire?

13 of 106 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2000 Toyota Celica recalls and problems

2 recalls and 106 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota Celica.

recalls

106

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2000 Toyota Celica recalls

Exterior lighting: headlights

NHTSA campaign 04V566000 · reported November 29, 2004 · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 92,577 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The fix: 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

NHTSA campaign 04V455000 · reported September 17, 2004 · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 109,056 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine and engine cooling41
Power train20
Vehicle speed control11
Air bags9
Electrical system6
Exterior lighting6
Structure6
Engine5
Seat belts4
Service brakes, hydraulic4

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 8, 2024 · Tires · 133,621 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Celica equipped with Dextero Touring, DTR1 Tires Size 205/55R16 91H, and DOT: Y9JTCHX1816. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH she observed a noise emanating from the undercarriage of the vehicle. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road where the vehicle…

May 17, 2022 · Exterior lighting · 123,268 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Celica. The contact stated that the daytime running lights failed to turn off as needed, causing the battery to be drained. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the running lights needed to be adjusted. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure…

Apr 26, 2021 · Engine · 228,298 miles
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

Mar 25, 2020 · Engine · 54,000 miles · crash reported
A TRUCK TIRE WENT OUT AND LOCKED UP MY ENGINE OF MY CELICA

Oct 16, 2019 · Exterior lighting
I AM TRYING TO RENEW MY REGISTRATION FOR MY 2000 TOYOTA AND IT DOESN'T LET ME AND IT MIGHT HAVE A RECALL ON THE LIGHTS

Celica model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	2	106	13	2
2001	1	47	7	0
2002	1	29	13	0
2003	1	17	1	0

Across all years, the 2000 Celica has the most complaints (106). All Toyota Celica years →

Questions

Does the 2000 Toyota Celica have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Toyota Celica, the most recent reported on November 29, 2004 (Exterior lighting: headlights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Toyota Celica?: Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (41 complaints), followed by power train (20).
How many 2000 Toyota Celica complaints mention a crash or fire?: 13 of 106 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 8, 2024.