MYRModel Year Report

2000 Toyota Tercel

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2000 Toyota Tercel
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:09:39.382Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few 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.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Tercel Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 5 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 13 complaints 1988: 8 complaints 1989: 22 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1991: 17 complaints 1992: 24 complaints 1992 1993: 43 complaints 1994: 40 complaints 1995: 51 complaints 1995 1996: 40 complaints 1997: 20 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 1 complaints 2000: 1 complaints 2000
2000: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19822
19832
19845
19853
19866
198713
19888
198922
199019
199117
199224
199343
199440
199551
199640
199720
19983
19991
20001

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.

INJURY
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STIFF/TIGHT STEERING HAS CAUSED MY FINGERS TO BECOME BENT AND TWISTED. MY INDEX AND RING FINGERS ARE BENT TOWARDS THE BABY FINGER. THIS RESULTS IN A CRIPPLING EFFECT ON MY HANDS. DT

NHTSA ODI report, 20021101

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Toyota Tercel — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 Toyota Tercel 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 2000 Toyota Tercel?

The most-reported component is steering:hydraulic power assist system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Toyota Tercel have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.