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1999 Toyota Celica problems

The most common problem on the 1999 Toyota Celica is tires. It has fewer complaints than a typical Celica model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
10
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
45
Worst area
Tires
Fuel economy
22-23mpg

The worst 1999 Toyota Celica problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Tires
    3
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Airbags
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Tires
    3
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Airbags
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls 1

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported January 22, 2020 · 138,842 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant, and increases the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and owners will have the option to self-inspect, or have a dealer inspect the steering wheel on their vehicle to determine if their vehicle may be equipped with an affected inflator. Potentially affected steering wheel serial numbers will be inspected by a dealer. Based on the inspection, dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate one, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑888‑270‑9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall is 20TB01 and 20TA01.

Recall number 20V033000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 1999 Toyota Celica

Defect investigations

Engine seizureOpened April 30, 2002, closed June 20, 2002

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Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Toyota Celica 45

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 45 bulletins for the 1999 Toyota Celica

1999 Toyota Celica fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.2L 4‑cylFWD19-2026-2722-23

What 1999 Toyota Celica owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 15, 2020 · Airbags · CA

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 toyota celica. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v03300 (air bags), however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Hamer toyota (11041 sepulveda blvd., mission hills, ca 91345, (818) 365-9621) was contacted and confirmed that the remedy part was not available. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the issue but no further information was provided. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jun 22, 2015 · Seat belts · 100,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 toyota celica. The contact stated that the driver side seat belt failed to retract, which caused the seat belt to become loose. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 09/03/15*lj updated 12/16/2015

Filed Jun 22, 2015 · Seat belts · 100,000 miles · TN

The seat belt stopped rolling and loose. This shouldn't be happening regardless of age. My son brought it to my attention on june 21, 2015.

Filed Aug 11, 2008 · Tires · 155,000 miles · TN

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 toyota celica. The vehicle has cooper lifeliner touring sle tires, size 205/55r16. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle began to wobble on the rear passenger side. The contact exited the vehicle and discovered that the metal belt busted through and the tread separated from the tires. Approximately two weeks later, the front passenger side experienced the same failure. Approximately one week later, the front driver's side failed as well. The current mileage was 156,000 and failure mileage was 155,000.

Filed Jun 19, 2007 · Transmission · 5,500 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 toyota celica. While driving 55 MPH, the contact heard a clicking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle stopped and the engine shut off without warning. The dealer stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. As of june 19, 2007, the transmission has not been replaced. The current mileage is 6,000 and failure mileage was 5,500.

Filed Aug 18, 2004 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · TN

Vehicle sputters while driving when gears shift. This occurs because the 1st cylinder is only operating at 1/2 its pressure capacity. A mechanic indicated that this may be caused by a cracked o-ring.

Filed Jul 23, 2002 · Body · GA

The convertible top leaks when washed. Also the pins that hold the top together have come apart.

Filed Oct 19, 2001 · Tires · PA

Consumer states tread on tires is very unstable and rocky, vehicle constantly pulls to the right or left even after a wheel alignement, vehicle shakes unconrollably at 80 MPH, and there is no pick up when the gas pedal is floored, consumer has complained to dealership and no one is able to remedy the problem.(michelin tires p2055r15)

Filed Jun 13, 2001 · Tires · MA

Original manufactured equipment on a 1999, toyota, celica ,tire size p20555r15. While driving 65 MPH on the highway tread completely separated from sidewall. No collision and no injuries. *ak consumer states that the goodyear eagle gt tire tread on the left rear launched 50 feet onto the highway and all that remained were the two sidewalls.

Filed Jun 11, 1999 · Visibility · NY

Sun roof leaks in a heavy rain storm or if vehicle is taken through a car wash. Dealer has been contacted.

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Questions about the 1999 Toyota Celica

Is the 1999 Toyota Celica reliable?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 1999 Toyota Celica, fewer than a typical Celica model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1999 Toyota Celica?

Tires, with 3 complaints. Next is seat belts (2).

How many recalls does the 1999 Toyota Celica have?

1 recall, covering air bags.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Toyota Celica get?

Official estimates for the 1999 Toyota Celica range from 22 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-20 city and 26-27 highway.

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