2000 Toyota Celica Engine cooling Problems

“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.”

“(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.”

“I had crankshaft and bearings replaced in september due to failure, which I have seen many other people have similar problem. I was cruising at 55-60 MPH on highway in 5th gear when I heard a loud pop, and the engine began to rattle, and then suddenly died. I had vehicle towed to dealership, and had to call dealership to ask about vehicle, I was told it was because I drove the vehicle too hard and that I would have to pay for the repairs.”

“I noticed that after a few hundred miles of freeway driving, I was burning oil very fast, but it wasn't noticeably smoking, or leaking. I'd say I use about one quart of oil every 900 miles or so. I did an oil consumption test with a Toyota dealership and they confirmed the problem. They refused to honor a recall in europe for this very problem because it was issued in europe and not the u.s. Based on my research and survey of other 2000-2003 Toyota Celica gt owners, there are many who have suffered the same mysterious oil consumption. …”

“Toyota dealer diagnosed an oil consumption problem and smoke bellowing out of the exhaust. They found oil gelling in the valve cover and spark plugs contaminated. We received a printed document from Toyota stating repairs needed and sent the car out for repairs. We were able to take pictures of the whole procedure and have receipts/documentation to prove. We replaced everything that Toyota recommended. We drove the car and two days later smoke began bellowing out of the exhaust and the spark plugs were becoming sooty. …”