Toyota Camry Complaints

19,642 consumer complaints on file.

#11497960December 18, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Unknown cause with no prior symptoms. Multiple alerts including pre-collision system malfunction, ICS system malfunction , parking brake malfunction. Malfunctions occurred while driving, with reduction of engine power and engagement of electronic parking brake forcing vehicle to immediately stop. Was able to turn off all collision avoidance systems and electronically disengage the parking brake to allow the vehicle to be moved to safety. Vehicle seemed to be electronically limited to 40mph.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497819December 16, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The vehicle shudders when switching from 2nd gear to 3rd gear at average acceleration and light load. It is an ongoing issue. Upon researching I found TSB SB0034-14R2 which appears to describe my issue. I took it to the dealer and they said I had to change the entire transmission, the torque converter and update the ECM software. When I called Toyota HQ customer service, they said the previous owner was notified of the issue and they didn't bring it in. They were willing to fix it for free up to May 2022 and I bought it after that. What I don't understand is why they aren't willing to at least provide a free ECM software update since this is likely an issue that existed in the software from the time it was manufactured. Software updates don't require a large amount of labor or a change of parts and it could remediate this safety issue. The shudder could cause me to get in an accident and get injured.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497825December 16, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My engine maintenance light go to dealer came on. Not for the oil change. I went to have my code ready and it said fuel pump. I usually get 340 to 350 on a full tank. Now I’m get like 305…302….and I smell gas.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497827December 16, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Toyota dealership unable to fix open recall in time to ship vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497085December 12, 2022
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he had been adding two quarts of oil every 1,000 miles. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics who could not duplicate the failure and informed the contact that there were no oil leaks found; however, the spark plugs, oil filter, drain plug, and the drain plug gasket were replaced. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 178,397.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496847December 10, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My sunroof exploded with outward shards for no apparent reason while driving so an impact from road debris seem unlikely. Dealer.inspected and says it's not a warranty issue and to file a comprehensive claim with my insurance. I have read that exploding sunroofs are a problem with some Toyotas. But Toyota refuses to address the problem. Thankfully as startling as the incident was it didn't make me have an accident but could see others may not be so lucky
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496792December 9, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
Brake, ABS, Traction control lights came on at the same time. Toyota replaced the brake light switch. The light still came on they said it is the brake actuator. The vehicle had 148-152k miles on it at the time. The brake actuator repair is really expensive and other Toyota Camry (non hybrid) have reported the same issue online forums.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496811December 9, 2022
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry XLE. The contact stated while driving approximately 26 MPH, an 18-wheeler vehicle crashed into the rear of his vehicle twice. The air bags failed to deploy and the seat belts failed to engage. The message "Air Bag System Malfunction" was displayed. The contact sustained whiplash and hit his head against the steering wheel. The contact sought medical assistance the next day and was diagnosed with a herniated disk and torn muscles in the back. As a result, the contact had undergone left shoulder surgery. The contact's sister sustain whiplash, hit her head and face against the passenger's side door and sustained soreness and bruises on the right side of her face. The emergency units transported the contact's sister to the hospital where she received medical assistance. A police report was filed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to his residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired for air bags and seat belt failure. The contact stated that the event data recorder (EDR) indicated that the vehicle had only sustained one impact; however, the vehicle had sustained two impacts as it was rear-ended twice. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but did not provide any assistance or explanation for the erroneous report of the event data recorder (EDR). The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
2
Deaths:
0
#11496832December 9, 2022
STEERING
The car start having a small sound like something is loose, and over time the sound is more aggressive Steering column problem was been confirmed by a independent service center And the call was made to one of the Toyota centers asking for any recalls for that problem the car is having , and a prize for the part, they give the information that lately they already repair a hundred cars with the same problem !! Imaging the risk of that steering column represent The car has low miles
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496445December 7, 2022
AIR BAGS
2016 TOYOTA CAMRY. CONSUMER STATED THAT 1ST ROW LEFT SEATBACK AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AUTO ACCIDENT.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11496461December 7, 2022
VISIBILITY/WIPER, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My Black 2009 Camry SE has a black sticky/melting dash which Toyota only covered replacement of for a 10 yr period. I didn’t drive it much for the first several years, the odometer now has only 90,000 miles. The sticky dash became an increasingly noticeable safety hazard a couple of years ago. When driving with the sun hitting the sticky, melting, shiny black dash, the glare is blinding to where I cannot see the road. The sun causes the dash to be reflected off the windshield. Yes, the safety of anyone in the car is at risk when the sun is coming through the windshield. It is available for inspection any time. The Rick Hendrick Toyota dealer I used for my cracked dash 4 Runner informed me that if I had been having the Camry regularly serviced at a Toyota dealer then Toyota would have likely covered the dash replacement after the recall period ended. I brought the Camry into Stone Mountain Toyota to replace the recalled brake lamp assembly in Nov 2021. They failed to replace it adequately and so a mile from the dealership the Camry would not move after I stopped at a stoplight. So, no, I have not had either of these Toyota dealers, or any others confirm the issue, since they weren’t going to replace it under warranty anyway. Neither dealer asked to confirm the issue. My wife has confirmed the sticky dash safety glare issue. No warning messages light up when the dash is a safety hazard. Toyota Corp refused to warranty/recall replacement in 2020/2021 even though I explained this safety issue. Today, Dec 7, 2022 I called Toyota Corp again and they again refused to cover replacement of the dash under warranty/recall and referred me to NHTSA.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496261December 6, 2022
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle started to vibrate and shudder. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vibration had become constant, and the vehicle would shudder at various speeds. The contact was concerned that the failure was with the tires and had a tire dealer test drive the vehicle. The tire dealer advised the contact that the failure was caused by the transmission. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496276December 6, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Two instances of parking the 2020 Toyota Camry and electrical system going "dead" within 24-36 hours. Battery drained/unable to enter via FOB/unable to start vehicle. Car maintenance and inspection occurred in November 2, 2022. Testing of battery by Toyota Service Center confirmed battery was not issue and worked as normal. Battery less than two years old. Overall safety was not at risk, as car was parked in garage during both instances (March 2022/November 2022). Problem was not able to be reproduced. No warnings were given prior to either event by warning lamps/messages.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495600December 1, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sticky and Shiny Dashboard causes lots of reflection on windscreen hampering road visibility during direct sunlight and night driving. I am scared driving my car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495601December 1, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, he depressed the brake pedal however, the brake pedal felt spongy. The contact depressed the brake pedal forcefully to the floorboard to stop the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact parked on the side of the road to inspect the vehicle but was unable to locate the cause of the failure. The contact was able to continue driving at a slower speed to his residence. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and had the brake master cylinder and brake booster replaced. The vehicle was repaired but continued to experience the failure. The contact called an unknown local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495324November 29, 2022
VISIBILITY/WIPER, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My Toyota Camry Has been turned down for a melting and shiny dashboard replacement. Toyota says they notified me but I never received a notice in the mail. I called them at least four times, but they would not do the necessary replacement, saying that I was beyond the period of their offer to replace it. The problem seemed to occur some years after the purchase which was not visible till about two years ago. I consider this a safety problem because of the glare in the modern tilted windshields. I would like help on this problem
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495354November 29, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
when accelerating the car jerk before riding smooth
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495086November 28, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
48 degrees outside, sitting in my car waiting a few minutes for it to warm up, after about one minute of sitting in it, the rear driver side window just cracked everywhere and shattered. Glass all over. Not happy, no reason why this should have happened. No cars were around, nothing hit it, it just shattered with no warning or no reason. I always loved Toyotas but this is really discouraging.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495167November 28, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at highway speeds exceeding 50 MPH, the vehicle failed to slow down when the accelerator pedal was released. The contact indicated that the vehicle would continue driving at the same speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic found no failure with the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted, and an engineer was sent to examine the vehicle; however, no cause of the failure was determined. The failure mileage was 6,800.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495195November 28, 2022
POWER TRAIN
THE VEHICLE IS EXHIBITING A TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER BETWEEN 20-50 MPH, SAME SYMPTOMS AS THE 2012-2014 CAMRY RECALL.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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