2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder

THE CAR HAS HAD ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE. THE CAR WAS INSPECTED AND FULL OF OIL ON JUNE 27, 2003. THE CAR WAS DRIVEN TEN DAYS IN TOTAL, FOR APPROX. 600 MILES SINCE THAT DATE. THE CAR PASSED AN EMISSIONS TEST (AT HIGH RPM) ON JULY 29, 2003. THE CAR ENGINE DIED ON AUGUST 1, 2003. THE ENGINE SUFFERED OIL STARVARTION, AND REQUIRES A REPLACEMENT ENGINE. TOYOTA HAS DENIED ANY WARRANTY COVERAGE, CLAIMING THE OIL STARVATION WAS DUE TO MY NEGLIGENCE. THIS IS DESPITE THE FACT THAT I HAVE PROVEN, BEYOND ANY REASONABLE DOUBT, THAT THE CAR LOST ALL OF ITS OIL IN A TWO-DAY PERIOD. REMAINING ENGINE OIL WAS REPORTED TO BE SOMEWHAT SLUDGY.

NHTSA ID

10071023

Incident

Aug 15, 2003

Mileage

38,248 mi

ENGINE LOOSES OIL CAT CONVERTER DIED. DT

NHTSA ID

770060

Incident

Nov 15, 2002

THE CRATE THAT IS LOCATED ON THE REAR END OF THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE, IS DESIGNED IN A WAY THAT IS CAUSES PARTICLES TO GET STUCK IN IT WHEN IT RAINS. WHICH CAUSES WATER TO BACK UP AND GO INTO THE VEHICLE AND ON TOP OF THE VEHICLE ENGINE. WHICH RESULT IN SERIOUS DAMAGE. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. MR

NHTSA ID

8022295

TS

NHTSA ID

767980

Incident

Sep 20, 2002

MAJOR OIL LOSS, DURING DRIVING CAUSED ENGINE TO SPIN TWO BEARINGS. A QUICK LOSS OF POWER WAS EVIDENT. OIL CONTROL RINGS WERE LETTING OIL PASS THROUGH CAUSE THE CATALYTIC CONVER TO CLOGG UP AND CAUSE TOO MUCH BACK PREASURE. THE BACK PREASURE CAUSED LARGER DAMAGE TO INTERNAL ENGINE COMPONNENTS(LOSS OF MAIN BEARINGS AND THE FURTHER DISINTAGRATION OF CATALYTIC CONVERTOR).

NHTSA ID

766721

Incident

Aug 25, 2001

ENGINE REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. *AK

NHTSA ID

766665

Incident

Jul 26, 2002

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA ID

765600

Incident

Aug 1, 2001

OIL CONTROL RINGS ALLOWED OIL INTO COMBUSTION CHAMBER, DAMAGING PRE-CATS IN EXHAUST HEADER. MAIN CATYLITIC CONVERTER THEN FAILED CAUSING INCREASED BACKPRESSURE AND INABILITY TO EXPEL FULL EXHAUST CHARGE WHICH FUTHER DAMAGED COMPRESSION/OIL CONTROL RINGS WHICH CAUSE MORE OIL TO BURN.*AK

NHTSA ID

765536

Incident

Jul 26, 2002

The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as pitting or water spots. As acid rain droplets on the vehicle surface evaporate, the concentration strength of the acid increases, causing deeper and more rapid damage. This evaporation and corrosive action also occur more rapidly on dark colored cars as direct sun heat increases. It is the dealer’s responsibility to protect and maintain the quality of the vehicle’s paint finish after receipt at the dealership prior to the first sale. In areas known for high frequency and/or concentration of acid rain, frequent vehicle washing during high heat or humidity periods will minimize the potential for paint damage caused by acid rain. It is further recommended that either reverse osmosis or deionized water be used to prevent water spotting.

To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible.

Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure in this bulletin to remove the RapgardTM protective film within 90 days from initial application.

Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small, red or brown particles on the paint surface. These particles are often difficult to see on dark color paints but can be easily felt when brushing a hand across horizontal body surfaces such as the hood, roof, or deck lid. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to clean vehicles that may have been subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles such as rail dust during rail transportation or extended storage near industrial areas.

Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination.

Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small, red or brown particles on the paint surface. These particles are often difficult to see on dark color paints but can be easily felt when brushing a hand across horizontal body surfaces such as the hood, roof, or deck lid.