2002 Toyota Echo recalls and problems

The 2002 Toyota Echo has 2 safety recalls and 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

12 / 2

Injuries / deaths

11 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Toyota Echo vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Toyota Echo recalls

Recall 06V-266: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Jul 19, 2006 · 34,771 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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. The wire harness connector may not be sufficiently attached to the locking tab of the sensor wiring connector.

Risk: Engine oil inside the sensor wiring connector could cause expansion due to the heat of the engine and could deform the sensor wiring connector. The connector may become disconnected, which could cause the engine to stall while driving and not be able to be restarted increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the crankshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on july 26, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Recall 02V-268: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Oct 1, 2002 · 59,394 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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 the rear wheel and freeze. The snow frozen inside the wheel could contact the rear brake line during wheel rotation.

Risk: If this condition occurs frequently, the rear brake line could be damaged, which could result in leakage of brake fluid, causing a decrease in brake effectiveness.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake lines. Owner notification began november 9, 2002. 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.

2002 Toyota Echo problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	8
Air Bags	7
Power Train	5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	4
Steering	3
Electrical System	3
Engine and Engine Cooling	3
Wheels	2
Suspension	2
Equipment	1
Structure	1
Visibility	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum — 1
Power Train › Clutch Assembly — 1
Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. — 1
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1
Air Bags › Frontal — 1
Suspension › Front › Stabilizer Bar — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 74,600 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 2002 Toyota Echo complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Aug 9, 2017

Takata recall.nothing has happened so far. I want to know if this is one of the models of cars affected by the takata air bag recall? Please let me know,so I can get it repaired, if necessary. Thank you!

Engine · reported Nov 9, 2015

2002 toyota echo. Consumer writes in regards to gasoline burning too much in the exhaust system. Consumer sent additional correspondence.

Unknown or Other · at 150,000 miles · reported Jan 2, 2015

Another vehicle traveling north, crossed center line and hit daughter in 2002 toyota echo head on. As a result of impact toyota echo caught on fire resulting in daughter receiving 3rd degree burns on right arm, head and leg. The air bag deployed as noted by -stander that removed daughter from vehicle and helped extinguish flames on daughter. Daughter was unconscious after impact. Vehicle was completely consumed by fire and daughter airlifted to burn center for treatment.

Power Train · at 151,000 miles · reported Jul 4, 2014

I shifted into reverse to back out of a driveway when the car suddenly accelerated on its own. It crossed the street and ran over a brick planter box, knocked down a crape myrtle tree and finally hit the neighbor's SUV. I applied the brakes to no avail and had no time to shift into neutral or turn off the ignition. After the accident, I checked the gas pedal to see if it was against the floor or if the floor mat was interfering with it, but found nothing wrong. The car was totaled and my back was injured.

Exterior Lighting · at 70,000 miles · reported Mar 27, 2014

The contact owns a 2002 toyota echo. The contact stated that a burning odor was present inside the vehicle while driving. The contact soon discovered smoke coming from the rear window brake light. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear window brake light socket and housing, which were made of plastic, had both melted from the heat of the light bulb. The failure was not repaired. The contact removed the light bulb from the socket. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 70,000. Updated 06/10/14 ma the consumer purchased the parts and…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Toyota Echo have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Toyota Echo: 06V-266 (engine and engine cooling), 02V-268 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Toyota Echo?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (8 reports), followed by air bags (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 74,600 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.