There are no safety recalls for the 2003 Toyota MR2, but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
2003 Toyota MR2 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 5 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 41,500 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 2003 Toyota MR2 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 41,500 miles · reported Feb 26, 2016
The contact owns a 2003 toyota mr2. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the steering and gears seized. The vehicle was pushed to the side of the road and towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 41,500.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 28,000 miles · reported Mar 24, 2014
The design of the computer controlled power train makes throttle, transmission and starter inter-dependent. My vehicle has repeatedly lost power and coasted to a stop. The vehicle has been recently inspected by a toyota dealer, who says there's nothing wrong with it. But the vehicle operator's manual anticipates stalling while underway and gives directions to re-start - sometimes successful, sometimes not and the vehicle has to be towed, in my experience. Manual directions (Page 153): if your engine stalls while driving ... Reduce speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off…
Power Train · at 53,000 miles · reported Dec 29, 2013
The car was parked with engine running and parking brake on. I released the brake on and the car lurched forward crossing a curb and hitting a aluminum guard rail. The service seq transmisame light came on . After being towed to the dealer. It was found a hydraulic line had broken from corroding. The dealer put in a new unit but the old computer would not work and is now putting a new computer about 6600.00 at the this point. So far toyota doesn't know us.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 67,800 miles · reported May 21, 2013
Purchased used from carmax and within 100 miles the transmission light came on, it would not shift out of first gear. I had it delivered to have the vehicle looked at, and it refused to go into reverse gear next. When they attempted to drive it only 1 st and 2nd gear would work. After having a brand new transmission installed from toyota by aamco transmission as soon as the vehicle made it back to the car dealer, it started leaking fluids all over the lot. The transmission solenoid had quit working and starting spraying hot fluids all over the vehicle. It has been towed back for followup…
Power Train · at 2,005 miles · reported Apr 19, 2007
The drain tubes in the car does not work so, rain and snow will make the car fill with water . If the car is full of water the computer in the car doesn't read causing the car to fail which happened to me on the freeway. I could have been killed. The first time this happened they replaced all wet things in car . It did not fix the drain tube problem because after the rain my car is full of water again. Same failure with other cars. I think they want to put dry parts in the car again at who's cost theirs or mine? With all the water in my car again there has to be corrosion and other damage to…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Toyota MR2 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 Toyota MR2 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Toyota MR2?
Owners report power train problems most often (5 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 41,500 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.