Toyota Camry Complaints (2014)

480 consumer complaints on file.

#11555588November 17, 2023
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 35-45 MPH, the front end of the vehicle was shuddering significantly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring more frequently while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the torque converter had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact related the failure to Toyota Campaign Number: ZE5. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11554205November 8, 2023
POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION TORQUE IS FAILING - THERE WAS A RECALL ON THESE YEAR AND MODEL CARS BUT MY CAR WAS NOT INCLUDED... IM REACHING OUT NOW AND I CAN'T GET ANY HELP!!!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11552350October 27, 2023
SEAT BELTS, STRUCTURE:BODY
Back seatbelts will not fasten never have since I bought the car… Right side bumper is missing the screws like the ones that’s on recalls for the Highlander… Almost every Toyota Camry I see has that problem and it will cause a hazard if comes off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551538October 24, 2023
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started to shake abnormally. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal and slowed down. The contact stated that when he depressed the accelerator pedal the shaking reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was diagnosed with a failed torque converter. The contact was informed that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11547498September 30, 2023
ENGINE
For about a year now my car kept shuddering when I would excellerate from 20 to 40 mph and I was taking it to mechanics and they didn’t know what the problem was until one day I took it to pep boys and one of the workers had the exact same car as me and told me there was a recall because I was complaining to him about that problem and he had the same problem so they fixed his car then I took it to Toyota and they told me they couldn’t fix it because there was no recall so I did a lot of research and the recall expired in July 2022 and I was still paying for my car all the way until 2023 of august. I also called customer service and was told the car recall was expired and if I want to get it fixed it would be out of pocket. It’s very dangerous to drive because my car pulls back while I’m driving and at anytime a car can hit me from behind.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532240July 14, 2023
SUSPENSION
I have checked and haven't see any recalls for this issue. and i've paid several hundred dollars to fix these issues several time The Sway Bars from Both side of my suspension system have failed twice, as in coming loose and you can hear it clanking loosely 1. had left side it fixed in or 2016/2017 2. had right side fixed in 2020 3. Now having the same issue, but not sure which one it is, because i haven't had time take it to a repair shop again. I am sure my car 2014 model VIN # isn't the only one that has had or is having this issue. I don't have all this money to keep getting this fixed, it's a defect somewhere with the front end of this model year car. Its like whatever is holding this up, there is something wrong with that mechanism.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11528015June 20, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
My navigation system is stuck in a reboot mode where is flashes a very bright white screen. I was driving at night and the screen is so bright, and there’s no way to turn it off or adjust the brightness. It was bright that I could not see the road and hit the ditch when I went to turn onto my road. Its very hard to drive at night with this bright light flashing from the entire radio screen it makes it extremely dangerous to be out after dark.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11527591June 18, 2023
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
Timing chain snapped- causing irreversible damage to the engine. I now need a new engine for the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11519830May 1, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The car start showing signs of "brief shudder intermittently while driving under light loads between approximately 25 and 50 mph", as indicated on Toyota Service Bulletin T-SB-0034-14 (https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2014/MC-10131827-9999.pdf) and T-SB-0312-17 (https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10146516-9999.pdf), with Toyota's solution "The torque converter and Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition." Today 5/1/23, I have taken the car (91,079 miles) to Toyota dealership, and the mechanic recommended "transmission replacement (automatic): complete transmission with torque converter & reset values to relearn new transmission and drivers driving habits: $6,888.17". I have called Toyota (800)-331-4331 explaining to Toyota representative the issue and referring to Toyota's service bulletin on this issue, with the hope the cost of the repair will be covered by Toyota, since this is a know issue for them. However, I was told that Toyota covered the warranty for this issue "until 10/21/2022 or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first". Therefore, since the date 10/21/2022 already passed, but the car having less than 150,00- miles (91,079 miles), Toyota representative told me Toyota will not cover the repair of this issue. Consequently, I am addressing this issue to NHTSA, with the hope that NHTSA can ask Toyota to cover the repair of this issue, by either making an exception or revise the warranty conditions (i.e., up to 150,000 miles, without date limit). Thank you.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11517472April 17, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was shaking and hesitating while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11517167April 15, 2023
POWER TRAIN
Problem with Vehicle has shutter from toques converter. Toyota put out an extended warranty period which I was not aware of. Found out online when I noticed my car was having problems
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11514224March 28, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began to jerk, and the vehicle began to lose power causing the vehicle to decelerate. The brake pedal was depressed, and vehicle was veered to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but stated the warranty enhancement extension for recall expired last year. The failure mileage was 114,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11513573March 24, 2023
AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated while the passenger’s side front seat was occupied. Additionally, the contact stated that the seat belts chime reminder would not engage as needed, and the seat belt warning light would illuminate while the seat belts were securely buckled. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 172,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11511664March 13, 2023
POWER TRAIN
Torque converter recall repair was performed incorrectly according to dealership shop. The car died on the ride home from the shop. We were told the fluid wasn't flushed during reassembly causing metal shards to disburse throughout the transmission. Since, the delay in acceleration is worse. There's at least 5 seconds from reverse to switch into drive. There's now a delay at stoplights. Code readers are saying Solenoid A and D are either stuck open or closed. Dealership refused to assist other than offering to replace the transmission at full cost to me. Everytime we drive it has transmission issues. Prior to the torque converter replacement, it shuddered while driving. Purchased in 2016 with about 20k miles
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11511009March 9, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The touch screen needed to pair a bluetooth device for hands free usage does not work. It is not responsive to touch in any way, preventing users from pairing devices. From the looks of online forums, this is a pervasive problem for this make/model. If handsfree use is required in my state, this malfunction should be covered by warranty / toyota recall. The entire device is inoperable.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11508302February 21, 2023
STEERING
The contact owns 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH or above, the vehicle was shuddering with a whining sound coming from the front-end of the vehicle. The contact stated that the ECO light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who had previously updated the ECM software under a Warranty Enhancement Program. The failure persisted. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,069.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11507178February 14, 2023
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The vehicle has a shudder at accelerating that will prevent proper acceleration. I had a few incidents where I needed to get out of a traffic situation that out me in danger and the vehicle almost stalled. I read about this shudder, Toyota das a warranty engagement notification-ZE5. However it was for 8 years and under 150000 miles. I am well under 150000 but just over 8 years.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11505999February 7, 2023
STEERING
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and the steering shifted to the driver’s side abruptly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the vehicle experienced steering wheel balancer failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11503847January 26, 2023
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed with light pressure, and he heard an abnormal rumbling sound coming from under the floorboard. The contact stated that he felt a light vibration in his seat. The contact stated that he took his foot off the accelerator pedal and the vibration ceased. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent and occurred mostly while driving at a steady speed and then lightly depressing the accelerator. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that there was a shudder in the torque converter, and that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched online and related the failure to Toyota Technical Service Bulletin 0312-17 (Torque Converter Flex Lock-up Shudder). The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11501683January 13, 2023
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
The torque convert creates a shudder when under light load between 35- 50mph. Initially it was happen sporadically and when it was initially noticed it was always on the same stretch of road which prompt me to think it was the road surface. Only after about a year of this did it appear to happen more often and at different areas. With more attentive driving I narrowed down the speed and conditions. I have had my oil change at the dealership every time since getting the car with 6K miles. At my service 1/7/23 I asked a technician and he said it is a known issue on the torque converter. Toyota Warranty Enhancement program ZE5 is meant to replace for 8 years from first use or 150,000, whichever comes first. Toyota claims they reached out to each owner but in my case I was the second owner and was not notified. Toyota is refusing to honor the repair. My vehicle is had 137552 miles when I was informed of the recall but the issue had been going on for more than a year and had Toyota informed me of the condition at any service time the problem would have been addressed within their arbitrary 8 years. The vehicle is still within the 150,000 and I ask that the NHTSA request that Toyota remove the "whichever come first of the eight years or up to 150,000 miles. They made no effort to inform me and I am concerned that I may loose power while driving or overtaking. Toyota quote $4000 for the repair. Other failing item is the sporadic failure of the BSM. It will light up the BSM on the dash. turn the system on and off a few times and it appear to reset but I am unsure if it is truly working. Front Passenger door actuator does not always lock or unlock. The car will flash the lights and appear locked but the passenger door is not locked. Risk of theft and not knowing if the manual lock holds- I believe a Class action lawsuit exist for the actuators
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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