MYRModel Year Report

2001 Toyota Celica

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2001 Toyota Celica
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:34:25.827Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
47
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

30% of complaints

Complaints per year

1980: 2 complaints 1980 1982: 4 complaints 1983: 3 complaints 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1986: 9 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1990: 29 complaints 1990 1991: 27 complaints 1992: 21 complaints 1993: 13 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1995: 22 complaints 1996: 9 complaints 1996 1997: 8 complaints 1998: 5 complaints 1999: 10 complaints 2000: 106 complaints 2001: 47 complaints 2001 47 2002: 29 complaints 2003: 17 complaints 2004: 4 complaints 2005: 4 complaints 2005
1980: 2 complaints 1980 1982: 4 complaints 1983: 3 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 7 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 29 complaints 1991: 27 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1993: 13 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1995: 22 complaints 1995 1996: 9 complaints 1997: 8 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1999: 10 complaints 1999 2000: 106 complaints 2001: 47 complaints 2001 47 2002: 29 complaints 2003: 17 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2005: 4 complaints 2005
1980: 2 complaints 1980 1982: 4 complaints 1982 1983: 3 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 6 complaints 1988 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 29 complaints 1990 1991: 27 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1992 1993: 13 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 22 complaints 1995 1996: 9 complaints 1996 1997: 8 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 10 complaints 1999 2000: 106 complaints 2000 2001: 47 complaints 2001 47 2002: 29 complaints 2002 2003: 17 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 4 complaints 2005

2001: 47 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19802
19824
19833
19843
19857
19869
19875
19886
198911
199029
199127
199221
199313
199414
199522
19969
19978
19985
199910
2000106
200147
200229
200317
20044
20054

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

30% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Engine

17% · 8 reports
CRASH
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As soon as I bought my car in May 2017, I realized that my car was running out of oil super fast. I checked to see if there were any leaks or problems, but there were none. To this day dec 2018 I've spent about 2K on oil alone.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-04

Also filed under Structure

Since the recalls have came out for the Celica oil issues my wife has been trying to get a solution from Toyota. Toyota claims that her car is not part of the issue however TSB eg 6020 her car is a part of the issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-30

I have a 2001 Toyota Celica gt, about 10,000 miles ago I took my car in for an oil change and they said that my oil was a qt low. So I took note. The other day my engine sounded different, so I pulled over at a gas station and checked the oil.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-09

Vehicle speed control

15% · 7 reports
CRASHINJURY
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As I was pulling into my parking spot in the ramp, my car 'unexpectedly' lurched forward into a concrete pillar on the left and a wire barrier and concrete wall ahead. Damage to the car was $5,647.92.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-08-06

Structure

11% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing support device/strut and body.

CRASHINJURY
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Rear hatch closes by itself.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-08-25

Power train

11% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. R
    2005-03-16Exterior lighting04V566000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Toyota Celica — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V566000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Toyota Celica reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota Celica?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Toyota Celica have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.