Toyota Celica Convertible 1988
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible, manufacturered by Toyota Motor Corporation.
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars 2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota | JT2 JT5 JT8 JTD JTK JTD JTH | Regular |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 17 - 23 MPG | 24 - 29 MPG | 355.48 - 467.73 g/mile |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible?
- The 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 17 - 23 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 24 - 29 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible is $2450.
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Where is the 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible produced?
- The 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible is produced in Tahara Aichi Prefecture , Japan.
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Are there recalls for the 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the 1988 Toyota Celica Convertible, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 73975 [USA]: The absence of the weld can allow the strut to come out of its mounting position under certain extreme driving conditions which could cause damage to surrounding vehicle components increasing the risk of a crash.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Celica
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-GE) (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE 2LKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 13.5232 City mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 57045 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-GE) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2450 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 14 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 79 Vehicle record id 4334 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 12 Model name (carline) Celica Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 80 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 24.4444 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 36.0 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE 2LKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Celica
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-FE) (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 11.9004 City mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 25 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 57030 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-FE) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 29 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 14 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 79 Vehicle record id 4335 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 12 Model name (carline) Celica Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 80 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 28.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 41.0 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Celica
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-GTE) (FFS,TRBO) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 15.6584 City mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 57047 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-GTE) (FFS,TRBO) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3500 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 14 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 79 Vehicle record id 4336 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 12 Model name (carline) Celica Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 80 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 21.1111 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 33.0 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7750 If t, this vehicle is turbocharged T Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Celica
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-FE) (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 11.9004 City mpg for fuel type 1, 23 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 25 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 57030 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-FE) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 29 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 14 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 79 Vehicle record id 4337 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 12 Model name (carline) Celica Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 80 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 29.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 41.0 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Celica
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-GE) (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 13.5232 City mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 57045 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-GE) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2450 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 14 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 79 Vehicle record id 4338 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 12 Model name (carline) Celica Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 80 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 24.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 36.0 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Celica Convertible
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-FE) (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 11.9004 City mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 25 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 57030 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-FE) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 29 Vehicle record id 4178 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 Model name (carline) Celica Convertible Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 73 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 28.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 41.0 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Celica Convertible
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-FE) (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 11.9004 City mpg for fuel type 1, 23 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 25 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 57030 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (3S-FE) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 29 Vehicle record id 4179 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 Model name (carline) Celica Convertible Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 73 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 29.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 41.0 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins
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- TSB003220 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and vin plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
- Toyota Safety Re - EQUIPMENT: Toyota safety recall and service campaign - technician certification requirements 4.14.2022
- Toyota PRO19-02 - TIRES: Pol: this consolidated tire warranty guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
- T-PG007-01 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Replacement vin plates.
- T-PG002-91 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Product general information.
- T-SB-0032-20 Rev - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and vin plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
- T-SB-0304-17 Obs - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: obsolete notice april 07, 2020: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0032-20. Replacement certification labels and vin plates
- T-SB-0032-20 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin nos. Pg021-88, pg015-89, pg0015-90, pg002-91, pg002-93, pg005-97, pg007-01, pg007-07, pg006-01, pg004-97, t-sb-0144-08, and t-sb-0304-17. The a
- TSB018217 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes sb no. T-sb-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service bulletin no. T-sb-0101-11 is obsolete and any printed
- Safety Recall an - EQUIPMENT: Update on technician certification requirements.
- PG006-01-Obsolet - EQUIPMENT: Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
- PG004-97-Obsolet - EQUIPMENT: Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
- T-SB-0304-17_Rev - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: revision notice july 31, 2018 rev2: ? The supersession notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 rev1: ? The supersession notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Supersession notice
- T-SB-0144-08_Obs - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: obsolete notice november 21, 2017: this bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0304-17.
- TS-BO030-01 Obso - VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS): This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see t-sb-0185-13.
- T-SB-0185-13 - VISIBILITY: The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- T-SB-0304-17_Rev - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin nos. Pg021-88, pg015-89, pg0015-90, pg002-91, pg002-93, pg005-97, pg007-01, pg007-07, and t-sb-0144-08. Service bulletin nos. Pg021-88, pg015-89
- T-SB-0304-17 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Tsb: vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and vin plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis
- T-SB-0101-11 Rev - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: when servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
- T-SB-0101-11 Rev - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Tsb: when servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
Known Recall Investigations
Throttle sticking investigation # EA92044
There is no summary currently available
NHTSA decoded information from VIN
138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Body Class | Coupe |
| DisplacementCC | 1998 |
| DisplacementCI | 121.925440701 |
| DisplacementL | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Drive Type | 4x2 |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line |
| Engine Cycles | 4 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Engine Model | 3S-FE |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
| Make | TOYOTA |
| MakeID | 448 |
| Manufacturer | TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION |
| Manufacturer Id | 1057 |
| Model | Celica |
| ModelID | 3645 |
| Model Year | 1988 |
| NCSA Body Type | 2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe |
| NCSA Make | Toyota |
| NCSA Model | Celica |
| Other Engine Info | ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION TRANSVERSE MOUNTED ENGINE |
| Plant City | TAHARA |
| Plant Company Name | TOYOTA MOTOR CORP. |
| Plant Country | JAPAN |
| Seat Belts All | Manual |
| Series | ST |
| VIN | JT2ST66C0J7252479 |
| Valve Train Design | Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
|---|
| No | No | N | None | None | 20000114 |
I currently own an 87 and 88 toyota celicas and both heaters do not work. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 19990616 |
Engine problem after warm up shifting from 1st to 2nd grinding like the gears are not meshing correctly. So try and skip 2nd while driving.
| No | No | N | None | None | 19980227 |
Ring gear behind the starter teeth started slipping, which made loud noises, dealer not aware of the problem, mechanic did repair work, consumer had to pay expenses to get repairs. Provide further information. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 19961014 |
Muffler failed.
| No | No | N | None | None | 19950929 |
Driver's seat belt retractor failed. *sd
| No | No | N | None | None |
The driver side seat belt buckle when lock it stay lock and hard to lock . Tt
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| JT2ST66C2J7190910 | 1988 | Celica | TAHARA , JAPAN |
| JT2ST68MXJ0004576 | 1988 | Celica | TSUTSUMI , JAPAN |
| JT2ST66C0J7252479 | 1988 | Celica | TAHARA , JAPAN |