Toyota Celica engine failure problems

Filed Oct 15, 2019 · Engine · 85,000 miles · CA

This engine has a known oil consumption issue. It can cause engine failure at any given time. I have had a motor completely fail while on the freeway with a total loss of power due to oil levels running dry. I have contacted toyotas recall department ant they said unless the federal safety agency makes this a recall there is nothing they can do for owners of these cars. It is only a matter of time until this happens to someone and they lose their life over a poorly designed motor. Please help with this issue before it does lead to loss of life.

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 Jun 15, 2011 · Engine · 50,000 miles · DE

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota celica. The contact stated while driving various speeds she heard a loud knocking noise in the engine and the vehicle was very difficult to drive. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who advised her that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired with a rebuilt engine. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Filed May 6, 2011 · Engine · 125,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1990 toyota celica. While driving at any speed, the contact stated that the vehicle would stall. He was able to restart the vehicle and then it would perform as normal. The contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer due to the age of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where they replaced the engine control module; however, the failure continued to occur. The current mileage was 140,000 and the failure mileage was 125,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2010 · Engine · 96,000 miles · CA

I had purchased a 2001 toyota celica gt in october 2005, and in 2006 I noticed that the engine was consuming more oil then normal (1 quart oil = 500miles) after the oil was changed at 96,000 miles, I also started noticing a ticking noise coming from the engine compartment, I've taken it to roseville ... See more toyota in california to have it checked out and they kept blaming it on my exhaust, even when I took a technician for a drive to let him listen to the noise, but he still said it was my exhaust. I have taken my car to them multiple time to have them check it out and also had them do a valve adjustment to see if that was it. It's been 4 years now and I'm still dealing with the issue, I am also on a local forum newcelica.org and there has been alot of complaints of them having the same issues. There is no way of fixing the issue, but to only replace the engine with one of 2003-2005 years, there was have been some people who have attempted to fix it, by replacing the internal components with one from the 03-05 years. Please help, I'm getting tired of dealing with this issue and its starting to get too expensive. I thought toyota was supposed to be reliable, but I guess not, if they have soo many issues, I should have just stayed with honda, at least I know honda lasts longer then 200,000 miles.

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.