Does the 2002 Toyota Echo have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Toyota Echo, the most recent reported on July 19, 2006 (Engine and engine cooling). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Toyota Echo?

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (8 complaints), followed by air bags (7).

How many 2002 Toyota Echo complaints mention a crash or fire?

12 of 35 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 11 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2002 Toyota Echo recalls and problems

2 recalls and 35 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota Echo.

recalls

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.

2002 Toyota Echo recalls

Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA campaign 06V266000 · reported July 19, 2006 · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 34,771 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, due to improper molding of the resin body of the crankshaft position senor installed on the engine block, engine oil may penetrate the seal and enter the sensor wiring connector. The wire harness connector may not be sufficiently attached to the locking tab of the sensor wiring connector.
The risk: Engine oil inside the sensor wiring connector could cause expansion due to the heat of the engine and could deform the sensor wiring connector. The connector may become disconnected, which could cause the engine to stall while driving and not be able to be restarted increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the crankshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on july 26, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA campaign 02V268000 · reported October 1, 2002 · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 59,394 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, if the vehicle is driven under repeated start and stop operation in low ambient temperatures and in deep snow, there is a possibility that snow could accumulate in large quantities inside the rear wheel and freeze. The snow frozen inside the wheel could contact the rear brake line during wheel rotation.
The risk: If this condition occurs frequently, the rear brake line could be damaged, which could result in leakage of brake fluid, causing a decrease in brake effectiveness.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake lines. Owner notification began november 9, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Most reported problems

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

Vehicle speed control8
Air bags7
Power train5
Service brakes, hydraulic4
Electrical system3
Engine and engine cooling3
Steering3
Suspension2
Wheels2
Engine1

What owners report

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

Apr 25, 2018 · Air bags
AIR BAG FRONT PASSENGER LOOKS THAT IS NOT WORKING, ALARM IN RED SHOWS THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG

Aug 9, 2017 · Air bags
TAKATA RECALL.NOTHING HAS HAPPENED SO FAR. I WANT TO KNOW IF THIS IS ONE OF THE MODELS OF CARS AFFECTED BY THE TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL? PLEASE LET ME KNOW,SO I CAN GET IT REPAIRED, IF NECESSARY. THANK YOU!

Jan 4, 2016 · Vehicle speed control · 66,292 miles
OUR TOYOTA EXCELS TO TOP SPEED ON ITS OWN FULL SPEED. THIS ALMOST HAD US IN A VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENT. THE DEALER SAYS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR BUT THIS HAPPENED TWICE LAST WEEK 12/30/15 TOYOTA GAVE US A CASE # NI50883640 HOWEVER, THEY HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING ABOUT IT, WHAT CAN WE DO?

Nov 9, 2015 · Engine
2002 TOYOTA ECHO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO GASOLINE BURNING TOO MUCH IN THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE.

Jan 2, 2015 · Unknown or other · 150,000 miles · crash reported · fire reported
ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING NORTH, CROSSED CENTER LINE AND HIT DAUGHTER IN 2002 TOYOTA ECHO HEAD ON. AS A RESULT OF IMPACT TOYOTA ECHO CAUGHT ON FIRE RESULTING IN DAUGHTER RECEIVING 3RD DEGREE BURNS ON RIGHT ARM, HEAD AND LEG. THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AS NOTED BY -STANDER THAT REMOVED DAUGHTER FROM VEHICLE AND HELPED…

Echo model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	3	88	30	1
2001	2	49	15	6
2002	2	35	12	2
2003	0	17	5	0
2004	0	1	1	0
2005	0	5	3	0

Across all years, the 2000 Echo has the most complaints (88). All Toyota Echo years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Toyota Echo have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Toyota Echo, the most recent reported on July 19, 2006 (Engine and engine cooling). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Toyota Echo?: Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (8 complaints), followed by air bags (7).
How many 2002 Toyota Echo complaints mention a crash or fire?: 12 of 35 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 11 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 25, 2018.