Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 2000 Toyota Echo. The number one most common problem is related to the horn assembly (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Horn Assembly problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems | |
| Underhood Wiring problems | |
| Instrument Panel problems | |
| Dash Wiring problems |
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