2001 Toyota Celica: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Toyota Celica: 1 recall, 47 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #04V566000 · 2004 · 92,577 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters:
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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (14): the most common themes are noise or vibration (6), excess oil use (3), fire / smoke (2).
- Engine (8): the most common themes are excess oil use (3), stalls / loses power (2), leaks (2).
- Speed control / throttle (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (5): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
The 2001 Toyota Celica has 47 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 16 Celica model years for complaints (2.1× the average Celica year). Complaints peaked in 2010 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 85,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (106 complaints, 2 recalls), 2002 (29 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 32 | 28 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 30 | 27 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Premium |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Toyota Celica have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2001 Toyota Celica. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Toyota Celica problems?
Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (14), engine (8), speed control / throttle (7).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Toyota Celica get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2001 Toyota Celica repair manual?
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