Toyota MR2 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 21 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Toyota MR2, across 6 model years (2000–2005). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Toyota MR2 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No MR2 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Toyota MR2 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Toyota MR2 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 MR2 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2004 MR2 | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2003 MR2 | 6 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2002 MR2 | 6 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2001 MR2 | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2000 MR2 | 4 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota MR2 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (6), 2002 (6), 2000 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Toyota MR2?
Power Train, with 10 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Toyota MR2 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.