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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.

Corrective Action

this condition may result a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Recall Notes

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 1-800-331-4331.

2002 Toyota Celica

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

this condition may result a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Recall Notes

2001 Toyota Celica

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' the luminous intensity of the daytime running lamp (drl) will be modified to meet the standard requirements.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will install a resistor, which will decrease the luminous intensity of the drl. the recall began on march 16, 2005. owners should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

2000 Toyota Celica

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

2000 Toyota Celica

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will install a resistor, which will decrease the luminous intensity of the drl. the recall began on march 16, 2005. owners should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

2000 Toyota Celica

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger vehicles have the possibility that the recess retains a rubber seal ring, which is located at the end of the cylinder body, and may be corroded due to an improper washing process.

Corrective Action

in this condition, brake fluid may leak from the seal, or a small amount of air may enter the master cylinder, which could lead to an increase of vehicle stopping distance.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder and, if necessary, replace the brake master cylinder and booster. the recall began on november 29, 2004. owners should contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371.

1996 Toyota Celica

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

these cruise control systems fail to hold the speed set by the driver and can accelerate above the intended set speed.

Corrective Action

unintended acceleration can increase the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace these cruise control assemblies.

1990 Toyota Celica

Component

Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side Inflator Module

Consequence of Defect

air bag inflator case was incorrectly machined.

Corrective Action

in an accident, the air bag may not deploy, which could result in increased injury to the driver.

Recall Notes

replace air bag inflator unit.

1982 Toyota Celica

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

soldered terminals of the cruise control computer may develop cracks due to improper application of the coating to the printed circuit board. consequence of defect: continued use of cruise control could lead to complete separation of soldered terminals and circuit failure; engine speed would instantly race and vehicle could suddenly accelerate, possibly resulting in an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace cruise control computer, if necessary.

1980 Toyota Celica

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

due to a faulty press die used in manufacturing alternator pulleys, pulleys installed on certain vehicles may crack and break during vehicle operation. the battery would then be constantly drained without recharging.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the engine alternator pulleys on the involved vehicles without charge to owners.

1973 Toyota Celica

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

heater hoses on the involved vehicles may have been damaged during installation, resulting in shorter service life.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

heater hoses will be replaced on all involved vehicles free of charge.

1972 Toyota Celica

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

heater hoses on the involved vehicles may have been damaged during installation, resulting in shorter service life.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

heater hoses will be replaced on all involved vehicles free of charge.