Toyota Echo recalls and problems
5 recalls and 196 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
5
Complaints
196
Crashes reported
67
Fires reported
9
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Toyota Echo by year
Most reported Toyota Echo problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 49 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 31 | |
| Power Train | 21 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | |
| Electrical System | 17 | |
| Suspension | 9 | |
| Equipment | 8 | |
| Tires | 8 | |
| Seat Belts | 7 |
All Toyota Echo recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06V-266 | Jul 19, 2006 | 2001–2002 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain passenger vehicles, due to improper molding of the resin body of the crankshaft position senor installed on the engine block, engine oil may penetrate the seal and enter the sensor wiring connector. |
| 04V-455 | Sep 17, 2004 | 2000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Certain passenger vehicles have the possibility that the recess retains a rubber seal ring, which is located at the end of the cylinder body, and may be corroded due to an improper washing process. |
| 02V-268 | Oct 1, 2002 | 2001–2002 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | On certain passenger vehicles, if the vehicle is driven under repeated start and stop operation in low ambient temperatures and in deep snow, there is a possibility that snow could accumulate in large quantities inside… |
| 01V-326 | Oct 10, 2001 | 2000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. |
| 00V-256 | Sep 7, 2000 | 2000 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of alaska, colorado, idaho, illinois, iowa, kansas, maine, michigan, minnesota, montana, nebraska, nevada, new hampshire, new… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Toyota Echo?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2000 Toyota Echo has the most reports (88). Check the 2000 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Toyota Echo have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering Toyota Echo model years 2000–2002.
What are the most common Toyota Echo problems?
Owners report air bags, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control problems most often.