Toyota Camry Complaints

19,642 consumer complaints on file.

#11488229October 6, 2022
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that oil was leaking from the vehicle onto her driveway. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine bolts had sheared off. The contact stated that the bolts were replaced and torqued to specs however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted and notified of the failure however, no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 215,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11487878October 4, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
Roof and sunroof structures began making continuous loud "popping" noises, very startling and distracting to driver and passengers. Toyota is aware of the problem, it involves the structure of the sunroof mating to the structure of the vehicle roof. This defect has existed since at least the 2007 model year, and Toyota published official guides for Toyota dealer repair procedures. Toyota refused the procedure due to my vehicle being out of its 3 year/36,000 mile warranty, instead quoting around $1600 for the repair. The popping noises are very loud, similar to a rock hitting the windshield. This startles the driver and causes the driver to jump and lose focus. This is a very well-known defect and Toyota is hiding behind the fact that it usually begins after the warranty period is expired. Toyota should cover its repair.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11487883October 4, 2022
POWER TRAIN
The transmission slips while accelerating through the gears. I understand it is a torque converter issue. The car jerks through each gear, feels like the engine is falling out. It has not been fixed yet as I understand it is about half the value of the vehicle to get it fixed, and I hear the fix can cause other problems with the transmission parts that are not replaced. No warning lights. As this is my only vehicle I'm worried about being in an accident before I can get it fixed. I'm not made of money, and I have to save up first.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11487692October 3, 2022
WHEELS
While driving on highway tire pressure light blinking.. i checked with tire shop they told everything is good
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486833September 28, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
Small accident
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486991September 28, 2022
SEATS
The seat warmer is heated even when no indication on control panel that it is on. The seat stays hot and there is no way to turn it off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486641September 27, 2022
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at AAA for an inspection, the technician informed her that the control arm had detached from the ball joint. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486732September 27, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Purchased vehicle brand new and presently have a little over 76,000 miles. Driving on I-77 @ 65 my left Sunvisor suddenly came down impeding my view. Research informed me Toyota had a recall which had Expired. I knew nothing about the Recall but regardless they know it’s a problem but quoted me a price of $231.69‼️ to repair/replace. Why is Toyota allowed to punish customers for their malfunctioning issues. It’s frustrating and insulting. Please help
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486738September 27, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES
If vehicle is in drive with engine running on a hill and rolls back a significant distance while in gear engine may shut off leading to a loss in power steering and brake control once booster looses reserve. also delays ability to move vehicle increasing risk for accident that could be avoided. am able to duplicate concern reliably.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486492September 26, 2022
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH and accelerating to change lanes, the vehicle hesitated and the engine started shuddering. The contact stated that the failure had become constant. The contact stated that the TPMS warning light was illuminated. The contact had driven the vehicle to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,873.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486523September 26, 2022
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the piston rings were faulty and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486272September 25, 2022
POWER TRAIN
Purchased this 2018 Toyota Camry SE from DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota as a "Certified Pre-owned Vehicle". During early periods of ownership, the transmission noticeably experienced hard, jerking shifts during acceleration and de-acceleration between the first several gears of this 8-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was brought back to the selling Toyota dealer where they said the transmission's performance was within spec and this was "normal" for this transmission. The most recent return for the transmission problem was April 2022 where the service advisor at the selling Toyota dealership stated their mechanic confirmed both that the vehicle received the software update issued by one of Toyota's TSB's (Technical Service Bulletin) which addressed owners/complainants' reports of hard shifting, and they confirmed the transmission had the proper level of fluid. It was noted there is no dipstick to check transmission fluid and I was informed this has to be done by a mechanic with the car on a lift from underneath the Camry. On Friday evening 09/24/2002, while driving Camry, the transmission began to stutter andsoon failed to engage ANY of it's gears and when pressing on the accelerator, the engine would Rev with increased RPM's, but the vehicle would not move. It had to be towed back to the DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota Dealership where it is currently parked with an inoperable transmission awaiting a diagnosis for either repair -o- replacement.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486296September 25, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
melting dashboard is a safety hazard as it reflects in the windshield
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486335September 25, 2022
ENGINE
Excessive oil burn
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485648September 21, 2022
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated the dashboard was melting. The contact stated that the dashboard was releasing a chemical odor. Additionally, while driving in sunny weather, the glare obstructed his vision of the roadway. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the dashboard to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485480September 20, 2022
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, he heard a popping sound coming from the roof of the vehicle. The contact stated that he continued driving and when he stopped, he observed that the sunroof had shattered. The contact stated that there was no sign of an impact that could have caused the sunroof to shatter. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,560.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485012September 18, 2022
POWER TRAIN
I am having issues with my transmission and the dealer is saying that is normal and the car is struggles to get up to speed
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485019September 18, 2022
ENGINE
Cold start engine noise every time start up the car when it’s cold there’s a rattling noise then it goes away it’s only in when the engine is cold or in the morning on the cars it’s overnight but it’s been doing this ever since I bought the car the car new
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485106September 18, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery runs down if vehicle is not driven every few days. I did not drive the car for three days and battery was totally dead when i tried to start car. Some unknown current draw runs the battery down. Depending where a person is this could be a safety matter.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485115September 18, 2022
POWER TRAIN
-Toyota Motors Manufactured 2012-2014 certain camry models with faulty torque converters(Ref- https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10129984-9999.pdf). -Car is available for inspection. -Shudder makes the car weaker and unstable. Also Delaying throttle response. Babies feel scared when the car shudders and ultra risky while passing another car. Risk for transmission lock up etc. -The problem has been reconfirmed by Toyota Dealers and Independent Service Centers. You can ask any reputed mechanic shop as well about this well known problem. -There was never a warning light and still no warning light. PLEASE SEE- Toyota Motors is making a fortune by selling a few faulty cars- Also, the above warranty plan was only applicable if the car had symptoms of torque converter failure. But toyota evaded liability to replace Torque Converter by blaming software issue initially (https://techinfo.toyota.com/techInfoPortal/staticcontent/en/techinfo/html/prelogin/docs/cp/e03tofaq.pdf) and limiting the extended warranty to 8 years, knowing that most faulty cars will not display failure symptoms during that time (Average failure time is 70-100k miles) Now, they are selling the revised torque converter with installation for over $3000. But, it is not even the fix. The faulty torque converter also damages the transmission, leading to its failure within a few hundred miles after Torque converter replacement. All those faulty torque converters are bound to fail by 100k miles. Toyota is pocketing $7-10K for those repairs, making the car worthless and owner broke. If you read reports, this extends far beyond 2012-2014 models. Since it is allowing Toyota and its dealers to sell the most expensive repair a vehicle can have...making bank for Toyota Motors and their dealers. They are also able to avoid the limelight on this issue...since it does not affect all the camry models of the same year. I wrote toyota to fix it or provide reimbursement, but they denied. Please Help!!!!!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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