Model year guide

2002 Toyota Celica

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Toyota Celica is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 21 on record.

2002 Toyota Celica — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Toyota Celica at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints55
Combined23–28 mpg
Typical price$2,495

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2002 Toyota Celica recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #03V074000 · 05/03/2003

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK CHECK VALVE, LOCATED IN THE FUEL TANK INLET PIPE, MAY BECOME SEPARATED FROM THE INLET PIPE AND FALL INTO THE FUEL TANK. IF THE CHECK VALVE FALLS INTO THE TANK, FUEL MAY SPILL FROM THE FUEL INLET PIPE WHEN THE FUEL PUMP AUTOMATICALLY SHUTS OFF DURING FUELING.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIR THE FUEL TANK CHECK VALVE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 4, 2003. 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-…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2002 Toyota Celica common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2002 Toyota Celica safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2002 Toyota Celica 2-DR. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2002 Toyota Celica MPG & running costs

Combined23–28 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,000

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2002 Toyota Celica worth?

Low
$1,550
Typical price
$2,495
High
$4,400

From 20 comparable 2002 Toyota Celica listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Toyota Celica costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,000
Fuel only$15,000
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Toyota Celica trims & engines on record

Trims
GT · GT-S
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 180 hp · 1.8L 4-cyl 140 hp

2002 Toyota Celica vehicles on record

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Other Toyota Celica model years

2005 2004 2003 2001 2000 1999 1997 1995 1994 1992 1991

2002 Toyota Celica — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Toyota Celica have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2002 Toyota Celica. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Toyota Celica?

Across all 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, power train, service brakes.

What is the 2002 Toyota Celica safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2002 Toyota Celica crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2002 Toyota Celica get?

The 2002 Toyota Celica has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2002 Toyota Celica worth?

Comparable 2002 Toyota Celica listings run roughly $1,550–$4,400, typically around $2,495 (from 20 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.