2005 Toyota Celica: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2005 Toyota Celica: 1 recall, 4 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #10V035000 · 2010 · 271,417 vehicles
What's wrong: 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold between September 1, 2005 and June 2, 2008 without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.
Why it matters: This does not meet the standard requirements.
The fix: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. The safety recall began on May 27, 2010.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Tires (2): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (2).
- Speed control / throttle (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2005 Toyota Celica has 4 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 16 Celica model years for complaints (well below the 23 average). Neighboring years: 2004 (4 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 25 | Premium |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2005 Toyota Celica have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2005 Toyota Celica. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2005 Toyota Celica problems?
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are tires (2), speed control / throttle (1), airbags (1).
What gas mileage does the 2005 Toyota Celica get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2005 Toyota Celica repair manual?
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