There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Toyota Corolla, but owners have filed 145 complaints with NHTSA.
2000 Toyota Corolla problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 50 | |
| Air Bags | 18 | |
| Steering | 11 | |
| Tires | 10 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | |
| Seat Belts | 9 | |
| Suspension | 8 | |
| Power Train | 7 | |
| Structure | 7 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | |
| Visibility | 7 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 15
- Air Bags › Frontal — 11
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control — 8
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 5
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 5
- Suspension › Front — 3
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
- Structure › Body — 3
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 Toyota Corolla complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 200,000 miles · reported Aug 6, 2026
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied for under an hour, a fire started inside the cabin of the vehicle. The fire was self-extinguished. Neither a Fire Department nor a Police report was filed. The vehicle was not destroyed; however, the middle interior of the center console was destroyed. The vehicle was towed to the residence, and an independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the fire had originated in the power outlet. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not…
Engine · at 145,000 miles · reported Sep 24, 2018
2000 toyota corolla burning excessive amounts of oil. I'm having to add a quart everytime I put gas in. I drive from destination to destination for work and having to oil is a safety concern as the light does not come on until it is empty.
Structure · at 190,000 miles · reported Jun 2, 2018
I own a 1998 corolla and a 2000 corolla both have drivers seat belt issuses. In each case the belt receiver will not latch
Air Bags · reported Jun 22, 2017
Takata recall: I did not receive a recall notice about my airbags and I'm trying to find out if my car was ever recalled for defective airbags. Toyota will only tell me if the car is under a recall presently. If it ever was, the notice might have been sent to the previous owner that I bought the car from in 2001. If there ever was a recall on the airbags, doesn't toyota still need to replace them??
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Mar 21, 2016
2000 toyota corolla. Consumer writes in regards to while driving vehicle check engine warning light illuminated, followed by heavy smoke pouring from underneath hood and noticed radiator cap was missing due to a negligent act by an establishment who serviced his vehicle.. The radiator cap was not secured after having an oil change. Two independent mechanics stated the head gasket was completely destroyed and the engine block was warped and a complete engine replacement was needed as a direct result of neglecting to place the radiator cap back on the radiator.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Toyota Corolla have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Toyota Corolla as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Toyota Corolla?
Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (50 reports), followed by air bags (18). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 miles.
Are Toyota recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.