CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Toyota Echo has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 2 fires, 11 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (8 reports).
2002 Toyota Echo recalls
Most common 2002 Toyota Echo problems
Problem areas named in the 35 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| 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 |
What owners report
AIR BAG FRONT PASSENGER LOOKS THAT IS NOT WORKING, ALARM IN RED SHOWS THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG
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!
OUR TOYOTA EXCELS TO TOP SPEED ON ITS OWN FULL SPEED. THIS ALMOST HAD US IN A VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENT. THE DEALER SAYS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR BUT THIS HAPPENED TWICE LAST WEEK 12/30/15 TOYOTA GAVE US A CASE # NI50883640 HOWEVER, THEY HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING ABOUT IT, WHAT CAN WE DO?
2002 TOYOTA ECHO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO GASOLINE BURNING TOO MUCH IN THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD *JS
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.
2002 Toyota Echo questions
Does the 2002 Toyota Echo have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Toyota Echo: Engine And Engine Cooling; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Toyota Echo?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (8), Air Bags (7), Power Train (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Toyota Echo has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.