2000 TOYOTA ECHO PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Braking Issues:

  • 2 accidents due to brakes not working
    
  • Brake pedal gets stuck
    
  • Brakes streaking when applied
    
  • Breaks failed to stop the vehicle
    
  • Full brake pedal force does not stop the vehicle
    
  • ABS issues causing difficulties in braking
    
  • Rear-ended another vehicle due to brake failure
    
  • Rear-ended another vehicle when brakes failed
    

• 2. Airbag Deployment Issues:

  • Airbags did not deploy in accidents
    
  • Airbag did not hold passenger in accident
    
  • Passenger side airbag deployed improperly
    
  • Front passenger airbag shattered the windshield
    

• 3. Acceleration Issues:

  • Vehicle accelerated without warning
    
  • Gas pedal stuck
    
  • Sudden acceleration at low speeds
    
  • Trouble shifting gears
    

• 4. Miscellaneous Mechanical Problems:

  • AC airflow decreases after highway driving
    
  • Check engine light comes on
    
  • Cooling system fan belt failed
    
  • Driver and passenger seats failed
    
  • Vehicle loses control in rain
    
  • SRS warning light on
    
  • Horn and radio malfunction
    
  • Damaged alternator belt squeals
    
  • Lurching or swerving at high speeds
    

• 5. Recall and Service Center Issues:

  • Brake booster recall not honored
    
  • Recall repairs did not fix the issue
    
  • Dealer unable to resolve brake issues
    
  • Service center unable to diagnose the problem
    
  • Recall service parts not available
    
  • Unsatisfactory service experience
    

• 6. Electrical Problems:

  • Dimmer switch overheating and melting
    
  • Doors locking mechanism malfunction
    
  • Dashboard lights malfunction
    

• 7. Tire Issues:

  • Tire blowouts and tread separation
    
  • Bubble on tire
    
  • Unstable vehicle feeling with current tires
    

• 8. Frontal Collision and Airbag Deployment:

  • Airbags did not deploy in a frontal collision
    
  • Fatal injury in a frontal collision
    
  • Head-on collisions with airbag deployment issues
    

• 9. Transmission Issues:

  • Required a new transmission at low mileage
    
  • Transmission shifting poorly
    
  • Transmission failure due to sensor issue
    

• 10. Miscellaneous Issues:

  • Clutch clunky
    
  • Clicking noise when driving
    
  • Rotting egg smell
    
  • Unexplained noises and vibrations
    
  • Steering wheel/ column issues
    
  • Uncomfortable handling at high speeds