Toyota MR2, representative photo
Representative model. Photo: hugh llewelyn, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2003 Toyota MR2 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2003 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
0
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
31

Safety recalls0

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

No recall campaigns found for the 2003 Toyota MR2

NHTSA's model names don't always match the VIN decode, so read this as “none found”, not “none exist”.

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To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component31

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
31Complaints filed
5Involving a crash
1Involving a fire
2Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Power train1342200
Vehicle speed control723302
Engine516100
Electrical system516010
Service brakes310200
Engine and engine cooling310000
Structure26000
Wheels13000
Fuel system13000
Gasoline13000
Fuel/propulsion system13000
Electronic stability control (ESC)13000
Latches/locks/linkages13000
Exterior lighting13000
Tires13000

5 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Wheels

    “Many things are happening to my truck that’s why I am contacting you people to see if I got any callback thank you so much”

    Filed 02/01/2026 · ODI 11714805
  • Electrical system

    “Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota mr2. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle stalled and the steering and gears seized. The vehicle was pushed to the side of the road and towed to the contact's residence.”

    Filed 02/26/2016 · ODI 10838668
  • Vehicle speed control

    “Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota mr2 spyder. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle suddenly accelerated without the accelerator pedal being depressed.”

    Filed 09/30/2015 · ODI 10778822

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2003 Toyota MR2 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2003 Toyota MR2 have?

NHTSA has no safety recall campaigns on file for the 2003 Toyota MR2. Check a specific car by VIN anyway: a recall can be added at any time.

What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Toyota MR2?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 13 complaints out of 31 filed with NHTSA (42%). Across all complaints, owners reported 5 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Toyota MR2?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Toyota dealer.

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