2000 Toyota Celica engine problems

Filed Apr 26, 2021 · Engine · 228,298 miles · PA

I was driving down the road in the vehicle I just bought and was going the speed limit and the engine literally broke into pieces and oil went everywhere

Filed Mar 25, 2020 · Engine · 54,000 miles · DC · crash

A truck tire went out and locked up my engine of my celica

Filed Oct 15, 2014 · Acceleration, Engine · IL

I towed my vehicle to newbold toyota on july 28, 2014, and on july 29, I spoke to [xxx], a service advisor and explained why my vehicle was there. He indicated they would diagnose the problem and get back to me. At 3:28 pm [xxx] called me back indicating that the engine was done due to the over-rev which blew the engine. Here is my statement on what happened: on july 28 2014 at about 7 a.m., I was traveling to work on I-255 southbound when my gas pedal sunk to the floor while traveling at 70 MPH in fifth gear. The car sped up, so having a manual transmission, I shifted into neutral. I proceeded to raise the pedal with the tip of my shoe, with no success and engine revving, I decided to slam on the brake for a brief second, when the gas pedal sprung right back up. I then placed it in sixth gear and kept going for approximately 8 miles, despite hearing a rattling noise. As I turned off onto my exit, I placed the transmission in neutral and that's when the engine died. At this point I coasted onto the shoulder of the exit ramp.on july 31, 2014 at 2:14 pm, I spoke with the general manager ([xxx] ) about my situation with the vehicle, and he told me to call toyota customer service (1‑800‑331‑4331). I called and spoke with [xxx] who started a case for me. After giving her the above details, as well as additional information she requested, she checked on extended warranties and recalls on my vehicle. She informed me that toyota respectfully declines any assistance. I then asked to speak to her supervisor, which she replied, "that won't help you", and hung up. I feel strongly that this is a safety issue. I could have very easily crashed this vehicle under no fault of my own. I feel like toyota needs to make this right. I feel like they should replace my engine, as well as issuing a recall on this model year before someone gets killed. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 9, 2014 · Engine · 81,685 miles · AK

This is a 3rd engine !!!!! When I got this car in 2008 it was already knocking from dealership. Soon rod bearings blew out and entire engine had to be replaced, these engines are very poor design that oil starve to death. After replacing engine they only last ya few years. 2010 second engine same thing started loosing oil not from leaking but from consumption. Shortly after started knocking and right after spun the rod bearing and damaged engine again. These 1zzfe engines have very poor circulation of oil and only will take specific oil products because of very weak oil pump. So on my 3rd engine and guess what ?! Knocking !! After all trouble with this I have over paid what this car is worth by a ton with engine replacements because dealership can't find the cause. I am a father and commute 100mi to work and back everyday and these engines are the worst. They oil starve and die. With new oil pump and lucas oil additive you may have hope but if you follow dealership instructions few years later have 4,000$ for new engine ready.

Filed Feb 25, 2013 · Engine · 55,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota celica. The contact stated that the engine burned a quart of oil every thousand miles. The manufacturer previously replaced the engine twice. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis but the cause of the failure was not found. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 55,000. ...updated 04/25/13 *bf updated 05/31/2013

Filed Feb 21, 2011 · Engine · CA

Car has 140,000 miles on it, and is burning approximately 1 quart of oil every four days. Black smoke coming from exhaust. Found several other people online with the same car (2000-2002 celica gt 1.8l) with the same problem. Problems were noticed as early as 80,000 miles. No visible oil leaks. Found information online regarding a fix that toyota made to the engine in 2003 from 4 holes in pistons, to 8 holes as well as larger piston grove.

Filed Oct 12, 2010 · Engine · 25,000 miles · MD

My 2000 toyota celica has been in the shop 3 times within the last 4 months due to the serpentine belt and tensioner. Both were replaced and within a month the problem has recurred. After researching this on the internet I have found that this is a ongoing problem with the toyotas. I feel there should be a recall on these vehicles to properly fix this issue before it causes serious injuries or fatal accidents. Thank you for you consideration.

Filed Mar 23, 2010 · Engine · MA

1. I purchased a 2000 toyota celica gt. 2. About every 1500 miles there's a quart of oil burned off. I've checked myself a few times for any signs of leaks, and had it looked at by a mechanic, neither of us have found any sign at all of oil leaking out. I've done research on it and it is a very common problem with the 1zz engine in the 2000-2002 celica gt and in some cases has cause serious engine problems. 3. Checking the oil level constantly and adding oil as needed

Filed Feb 18, 2010 · Engine · 123,000 miles · LA

2000 toyota celica gt purchased 05/2008 so far my car is not fixed so all my money is in first desludging of motor(2 weeks after purchase oil light came on & was totally empty) & oil. At first I went thru 1/2 to 1 qrt every other week. I live 35 miles from work & 76 miles from family so putting about 500 miles a week on vehicle.it slowly started to get to be more and more oil.in 01/2009 it thru cat conv.working below efficiency zone 2 code. In last 2 months started taking 2qtrs on mondays & 2qrts on wednesdays to get back & forth to work. More if I visited my family (had to relocate away after losing house in katrina.) then 2 weeks ago I got a call while at work that my dad (who isin a nursing home) was having problems. I put 2qrts in drove 35miles from work to my dad. Put 2 more qrts in it before leaving to return home & when I got of interstate 76 miles away I put it in first gear coming to a red light & oil light flashed. I pulled directly into chevron there was nothing reading on dip stick. I went bought 4 more qrts of oil. And limped home about 1.5 miles away. I went thru 8qrts of oil that day @4.99 a pop.hasn't been driven since. I'm scared motor will seize @ rate its consuming oil if I try to drive it. Called all star 2 weeks ago when I had sudden oil consumption.(8gts in 111 miles), no leaks, but clogged cat converter.I asked about prices on valve stem seals. I had already seen from other celica owners on net forums that this was a major problem for 00-01 models & that there was a tsb in uk but not USA toyota just changed motor in 02 the piston rings and bore finish were updated on the late '02. Service dept told me they had never heard of this problem before (I'm the only one) but with the amount of oil loss it would prob. Need alot more then just the valve stems.

Filed Jun 25, 2009 · Engine · 88,000 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota celica. Every three months, the vehicle's engine would consume all of the oil. The contact also noticed that while driving at any speed, a knocking sound was heard coming from the engine. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current mileage was 94,553 and failure mileage was 88,000.