Recall 03V-074: 2002–2003 Toyota Celica

TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Mar 5, 2003, covering about 15,048 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-074
Report date
Mar 5, 2003
Vehicles affected
15,048
Owners notified
Apr 4, 2003

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tank check valve, located in the fuel tank inlet pipe, may become separated from the inlet pipe and fall into the fuel tank. If the check valve falls into the tank, fuel may spill from the fuel inlet pipe when the fuel pump automatically shuts off during fueling.

The risk

This condition may result a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the fuel tank check valve. Owner notification began april 4, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Notes

Toyota recall no. Ssc 30b.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V074000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Toyota Celica2002, 2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-074?

On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tank check valve, located in the fuel tank inlet pipe, may become separated from the inlet pipe and fall into the fuel tank. If the check valve falls into the tank, fuel may spill from the fuel inlet pipe when the fuel pump automatically shuts off during fueling.

How is recall 03V-074 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the fuel tank check valve. Owner notification began april 4, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.