2000 Toyota Celica: engine failure

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 Mar 21, 2009 · Engine · 92,772 miles · IL

Problem: my engine is burning excessive amounts of oil. Eventually I will have to replace the engine. On october 2007 I bought a used 2000 toyota celica gt. In december 27, 2007 the check oil light went on. In november 2008, engine would not start in the morning. I had just had an oil change about 1,000 miles before this day. This morning I found out all the oil burned out and there was no oil in the car, so I added oil. I visited the dealer and they explained away the problem, stating they suspect the guy who changed my oil simply forgot to add oil. Come on - how could I drive 2,000 miles with no oil into he engine? In december the car stalled an engine light came on. I pulled over and checked the oil level to find there was no oil in the pan and when I added oil it leaked out. I towed the car to the dealer. They said they found a hole in the oil pan, so they replaced the oil pan. In january, I had the dealer do an oil consumption test. They apparently marked the oil pan and I came in again and they checked the oil level. They said I am only burning 1/2 quart oil per 1,000 miles. They are lying! I checked my oil level after 1,200 miles and found the oil burned 1 quart of oil. The dealer does not want to replace my engine but I am covered by an extended warranty. Please help. I want to be able to return this used car back to the dealer who sold it to me.

Filed Feb 21, 2009 · Engine · 109,000 miles · OH

I have a 2000 gt. Bought it used, 3 weeks after owning it starts using about 1/2 - 1 qt. Of oil a week. So take it to a toyota dealership and they say our best bet is to have the engine re-built which cost $1,500! So the engine is re-built everything is fine for about a month then it starts using oil again and by this time there's no warranty. So I continued to keep driving checking and adding oil. 5 months later I'm driving down the highway the temp. Gauge goes all the way to hot and drops right back down. A couple of days later the engine blows up. After having a new engine put in it, engine costing $2,000 for a used engine. The temp. Gauge does this again... Come to find out air is in the coolant system and toyota never got it all out the first time and that's why it blew up.

Filed Dec 19, 2007 · Engine · 112,000 miles · OK

(1). - my 2000 toyota celica burning 5qt of oil every week - eventually the engine built oil sludge. (2). The third valve doesn't have any compression due to the sludge problem (3). I have to get a new engine to be put in my car.

Filed Aug 30, 2001 · Engine, Seat belts · UT

1. Engine failure. While driving at approximately 40mph a loud noise (snap or pop) followed by other odd noises were exhibited by the engine. At that time all engine power (including power assisted steering and brakes) was lost. 2. Transmission. Shifter noises are exhibited while selecting gears. The noise, a loud squeaking while moving shifter into or out of gear, initially started at around 1000 miles and was only present during reverse, 1st, or 2nd shift. The symptom has worsened and is now present when selecting any gear (1-6 or reverse). It was initially noted informally with the dealer, and formally documented on the 02/06/2001 service visit (7486 miles). Difficulty shifting into 1, 2, 3, and 6 was also noted at this time. This too has worsened, grinding is experienced most times when selecting reverse and frequently in other gears. Second gear is the worst offender and often will not engage fully. Overall shift quality (both shifting precision and shifing effort required) has severely degraded. 3. Seat belt tab. With either front seat extended rearward (for a tall driver or passenger) the door will impact the seat belt tab that in turn impacts side airbag assembly when the door is closed. Visible damage to both the driver and passenger door panels is evident. It is unknown if any damage to the side airbag assemblies has been sustained.

Filed Aug 10, 2001 · Steering · TX

Gearbox poor design permits unsafe & dangerous highspeed downshifts to lower gears causing engine failure.