We found the following complaints for TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA (2000)
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2000 toyota solara.consumer writes in regards to airbags never deployed during vehicle accident.the consumer was rear ended, while stopped at a stop sign.
In a front end collision and the air bags failed to deploy. Car demolished2000 toyota camry solara.
My son was traveling northbound on i-75 near bruce b. Downs blvd in tampa fl at approx 2:30 am on 9/26/2008.another driver attempted to enter his lane and he swerved into the far right lane to avoid being struck losing control went off the road. The vehicle left the road at approx 70 mph, went airborne, landed straight down then did an end to end flip approx 20 yds off the highway into the woods, coming to rest upside down.he was driving a 2000 toyota solara se, vine #.he was wearing his seatbelt; however, the airbag did not deploy. The car was totaled.he sustained minor injuries, but nothing requiring hospitalization.neither the florida highway patrol, driver for the wrecking company nor insurance adjuster could not understand why the airbag did not deploy.i have photographs of the vehicle.if you would like copies, please notify me via email.thank you.
The vehicle was involved in a frontal collision, and the air bags failed to deploy.
While driving 5 mph vehicle surged forward. This caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The consumer hit a building. Upon impact, both front air bags did not deploy.
Consumer was sitting still, about to make a left turn and another vehicle came head-on traveling 35mph. Airbags didn't deploy.dealer wanted tocehck vehicle beforeclaim was submitted. Dealerwasn't offering a loaner vehicle.
I had a very troubling issue with my 2000 toyota solara last week.the wiring to the inside fan blower motor overheated, was smoking badly and nearly started a fire in the cabin of the car. Luckily i stopped the car before things got out of hand.i had the wiring and the very badly corroded resistor replaced (p/n 20238) at a cost to me of $254.07.does nhtsa have this issue on record as a safety recall?
Vehicle had a cracked battery that caused acid to leak all over the engine and corroded the coolant reservoir.
Consumer complained about anignition switch problem.driver was able to remove key from the ignition while vehicle was still in drive.
Am experiencing sludge build up in the engine of my 2000 toyota camry solara.this vehicle was a previously owned when i purchased it on march 17, 2016.at time of purchase i requested a carfax report.my choice to purchase was made upon report details i.e. Repair & maintenance records, including routine oil changes.the carfax report specified all preventative maintenance had been applied to this vehicle and was up to date.there were no known manufacture recalls and/or issues on this vehicle.at the time of purchase i was unaware of any troublesome issues on this make & model, nor with its engine model.after my own extensive research before shopping for my 2nd preowned toyota i never did come across any such information regarding problems/recalls & would have never made this purchase.i have always been a toyota fan & am very displeased with the engine sludge problems i later discovered and also the fact that the dealership which sold me this preowned toyota covered up & provided me with a false carfax report.i have my proof of routine oil changes + the carfax report showing all previous owners(2) also made routine oil changes.i feel i am a victim of a manufactures default in this engine model.i have owned my preowned toyota for only 5 months and for the last 2 months i have had it sitting in my driveway due to ongoing engine troubles i am unable to tend to financially & do not wish to do any further damage to it.i am greatly disappointed.[xxx] 'information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Head gasket, loses in camshaft.
Engine oil has a tendancy to get milky after 2,000 miles from previous oil change.steps taken to avoid this problem were as follows: 1. Oil changes to semi synthetic or all synthetic oil. 2. Change oil & filter at 2,000 mile intervals at sustained temperatures below freezing. 3. Driving habits to avoid a series of short trips, by schudling 30-45 minute highway run weekly. ( when ever possible) i was alarmed by the re-occuring look of the oil and the dirty condition under the oil filler cap ( engine not hot enough, long enough?) .i took addition time to clean up the dirty appearence and change the oil earlier than 2,000 until the condition normalized.extended runs on the highway also helped the condition of the oil over the 2,000 mile interval. Especially with the harsh 2002/2003 winter in the northeast us.
Oil gelling -repair not done as promised
I would like to report my son's fatal 2000 toyota solara crash. His car went into full speed and hit the trees with speed close to 100 mph on a residential street with 20 mph limit.updated 03/10/10updated 9/21/2011*cwupdated 09/23/10
Consumer states that when the oil in the coolant system gets extremely hot then cold, this results in oil jellint. The oil cannot flow threw the fuel pump, causing the engine to fail. Dealer contacted.ts
While traveling on the highway the vehicle shut down.without prior warning the dealership is aware of the problem.
I had a passenger who remarked that there was a sulfur smell in passenger compartment of car when recirculation air is switched on. I had noticed it before but didn't know what to think about it. I've had lots of migraine headaches over the past 5 months. When i mentioned to a mechanic he said it was probably due to the sulfur dioxide poisoning me.
I have a toyota solara, 2000.had to get engine replaced at 77,000 miles.now they say it needs $3800 in emission repairs.many other vehicles that have had engines replaced are now experiencing emission problems.this matter needs investigated!
Problems with vehicle leaking.nar 07/28/2003.*mrthe vehicle sunroof leaked.the vehicle has been taken to an independent service station several times for repair but the leak recurs.the vehicle tail light was inoperative.the dealer cleaned the connector and replaced the bulb.there was a musty odor coming form the a/c duct.the dealer added fridge fresh.
I want to see if the are recalls for my car ?
Problems with vehicle leaking.nar 07/28/2003.*mrthe vehicle sunroof leaked.the vehicle has been taken to an independent service station several times for repair but the leak recurs.the vehicle tail light was inoperative.the dealer cleaned the connector and replaced the bulb.there was a musty odor coming form the a/c duct.the dealer added fridge fresh.
I want to see if the are recalls for my car ?
Am experiencing sludge build up in the engine of my 2000 toyota camry solara.this vehicle was a previously owned when i purchased it on march 17, 2016.at time of purchase i requested a carfax report.my choice to purchase was made upon report details i.e. Repair & maintenance records, including routine oil changes.the carfax report specified all preventative maintenance had been applied to this vehicle and was up to date.there were no known manufacture recalls and/or issues on this vehicle.at the time of purchase i was unaware of any troublesome issues on this make & model, nor with its engine model.after my own extensive research before shopping for my 2nd preowned toyota i never did come across any such information regarding problems/recalls & would have never made this purchase.i have always been a toyota fan & am very displeased with the engine sludge problems i later discovered and also the fact that the dealership which sold me this preowned toyota covered up & provided me with a false carfax report.i have my proof of routine oil changes + the carfax report showing all previous owners(2) also made routine oil changes.i feel i am a victim of a manufactures default in this engine model.i have owned my preowned toyota for only 5 months and for the last 2 months i have had it sitting in my driveway due to ongoing engine troubles i am unable to tend to financially & do not wish to do any further damage to it.i am greatly disappointed.[xxx] 'information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The driver's side door failed to operate properly.the driver tried to open the door and was unable to do so.the driver called the dealer for an appointment for the next day.the consumer spoke to a mechanic, and the mechanic determined that the lock mechanism malfunctioned, and needed to be replaced.the lock mechanism was replaced. *sc
The vehicle was in park with the engine running, when all of a sudden the vehicle moved and hit consumer, however the vehicle was still in park when the incident occurred.
Car was parked on a flat surface, idling with gearshift in the "park" position; driver stepped out of vehicle and walked in front of car.car surged forward and pinned driver against wall.resident of house came to assist and could not get gearshift out of the park position - yet car continued to surge forward, causing further injury to pinned party.
While the traction control was activated the vehicle had a hard time making it up a slope which had 1-2 inches of new fallen snow, with the traction control off the vehicle had no problems going uphill.nlm
While driving at any speedrear axle produced a loud grinding noise recall 00v154000 was issued. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.
Excessive noise from rear of car.initially indicated as a tire problem but turned out to be incorrect.then as a rim problem - determined to be incorrect.next, checked breaking system but not the cause.discussed the problem with toyota dealership, stated the problem is most likely with the tires, rims, brakes or exhaust system.replaced tires, examined rims, alignment and balanced tires, checked exhaust system - no problems noted.discussed issue with local auto supplier (auto zone) and was informed to check their website of recalls.located recall, when to toyota dealership showed service rep the notice.rep indicated that there are not campaigns regarding the 2000 camry solara;stated that a failure of the axle bearings/hub is extremely rear.requested tech test drive the car to help resolve the noise problem.the tech drove the car, informed service rep and myself that the rear axle bearings must be replaced.repeated linkage to recall and was informed that there is no recall on my car.based on the fact that their system would have notify them of any campaigns when completing early work .ordered the parts and scheduled an appointment to replace the axle(s).checked your website and located nhtsa campaign identification number 00v154000.campaign covers my problem, however, it does not cover vehicles manufactured on or about september 1999.could the recall have missed problems with the rear axles on 2000 model year toyota solaras manufactured prior to the time frame of march 30 through april 9, 2000.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at 55 mph there is a vibration in the rear end,.loud noises can also be heard while driving at lower speeds.the vehicle was taken to dealer.upon inspection the rear axel needs to be replaced.there is a nhtsa recall, # 00v154000, regarding the suspension: rear.the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin.updated 7-13-2006 -
Seat belt fit across the driver neck
Front passenger seatbelt has broken three times in two months.belt jams when passenger leans forward while wearing the belt (the belt then hangs lose).belt seems to twist or fold over at the point where it comes out of the side of the car.speed during first incident - about 40 mph and braking, second incident 55 mph, third incident 0 mph (at a stop light).dealer initially replaced the belt, but only "untwisted" it the second and third times.service tech at dealership tells me it's a "design flaw" and is going to keep happening if i'm not "careful" with the seatbelt.service dept say their hands are tied, can't do anything other than fix it when it does break - and they say it will probably will break again.they recommended that i call toyota customer relations in ca - they simply made a report and told me to work the problem out with my dealership.i'm very concerned that the seatbelt will fail during an accident.
Consumer'sshoulder belt twists & does not lay straight.vehicle has a safety feature that retracts the seatbelts back if an accident occurred. Toyota basically replied that's the way it was designed.theconsumer said that seat belt wasuncomfortable & unsafe.
The drivers side seat rocks when accelerating, and toyota has a tbs for the 1999 model, but it doesnt cover my car, made in 9/99. They refuse to replace or fix the rocking chair, and i feel that it will eventually fail while driving. Please help with this problem.
While driving the head rest caused poor visibility.the head rest can not be removed while driving.the driver took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection.the mechanic informed the driver that the head rest are in compliance with this vehicle.*sc
The contact owns a 2000 toyota camry solara. While driving 20 mph and approaching a stop light, the brakes failed and the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained chest injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed. The front end of the vehicle was repaired. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was 150,000.
2000 toyota solara sle conv/2dr. I have complained about my brakes for years. They say nothing is wrong with them. But there is. Sometimes i can't stop/slow down i feel i have no brakes. Or could it be the gas pedal. I have different floor mats in the vehicle but it still does it. It happens once in awhile. I let a friend drive it for awhile and it happened to him. I tell people if something happens to me in my vehicle it would be because of no brakes.
Another vehicle cut in front of me and slammed on the brakes, i also applied my brakes. The brakes did not stop the vehicle and i hit the highway divider. The rear hub assembly broke off as a result of the accident. The front left quarter panel was heavily damaged. I have reported the brake problems multiple times to the dealer and each time was told that the brakes are "in spec". However, another repair facility found that the master cylinder push rod was too long causing excessive pressure required to stop the car.
Consumer was attempting to park the vehicle in a parking lot,pressed the brakes, and vehicle jumped the curb and collided with a tree.there were no injuries, nor was there a police report.*mr
Dt:there isserious vibration in the front brakes. Every timethe consumerapplies thebrakes the vehicle will shake and so will the steering wheel. Can hear a noise coming from the front brakes. Noticed this problem onaugust 1, 2003. Contacted the dealer,and had to change the calipers and the rotors. Have had the rotors replaced , then shavedthem twice, and the dealer wanted to charge the consumer forrepairs.
Dt:there isserious vibration in the front brakes. Every timethe consumerapplies thebrakes the vehicle will shake and so will the steering wheel. Can hear a noise coming from the front brakes. Noticed this problem onaugust 1, 2003. Contacted the dealer,and had to change the calipers and the rotors. Have had the rotors replaced , then shavedthem twice, and the dealer wanted to charge the consumer forrepairs.
2000 toyota solora with 28,000 miles (just out of warranty) purchased new by me.power brake assist unit filed and had to be replaced.advised that a number of those have required replacement.manufacturer declined reimbursement.
Power brake assist unit failed at 27,400 miles.advised a number of these units have been requested for replacement.contacted toyoto and they refused to cover.had the failure of this part caused a serious accident resulting in serious injury or death, i am certain toyoto would take a different position.
This item is not a total failure yet but is headed in that direction.the power steering hose is leaking fluid where it joins the rack and pinion steering assembly.when the fluid all leaks out i will have no power assist in mysteering and it could come at any moment.my local toyota dealer ( del toyota in thorndale, pa) reported this problem to me while this car was being serviced for an oil change.i have not had it repaired yet.a neighbor of mine told me that he experienced the same problem with his toyota avalon which was a couple of years older than my car. I am reporting this problem because maybe toyotas in my age region are also experiencing this same problem and toyota is not admitting to a component weakness in the power steering area and might eventually agree to fix it.i have noticed recalls of cars up to around 10-15 years oldwhere the problems manifest themselves over extended time periods.
While driving at night time windshieldbecomehazy and wasobstructing the driver's view.dealershipinspected vehicle several times, andindicated to the consumer that the problem was vinyl out gassy.the consumer indicated that there is a haze on the inside of the vehicle's windshield.the consumer has cleaned the windows but the haze reappears.the vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the problem was vinyl out gases per toyota tech assistance.the dealer also indicated that the problemcould last from 6 months to 1 year and couldn't be corrected.the haze impairs the consumer vision especially at dusk and at night.the consumer also believes this problem is a health issue and drives with the convertible top down.
Hood latch bracket broke.
Driver and passenger door windows hit top of door frame when attempting to close the door, window must be partially down in order for the door to close properly.
Passenger door window would occasionally hit the door frame when being closed, causing a violent shake and loud hitting noise. Had to bring to the dealer twice before i could get it fixed.
The contact owns a 2000 toyota camry solara.the contact stated that there was a safety issue with the rear axle or wheel bearing.toyota attempted to repair the vehicle in 2004 at 29,000 miles; however, the failure recurred in december of 2007.the vehicle has never been properly corrected.the current and failure mileages were 74,811.
The vehicle experienced the same defect with the rear axle as stated in recall 00 v 154 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.
Excessive noise from rear of car.initially indicated as a tire problem but turned out to be incorrect.then as a rim problem - determined to be incorrect.next, checked breaking system but not the cause.discussed the problem with toyota dealership, stated the problem is most likely with the tires, rims, brakes or exhaust system.replaced tires, examined rims, alignment and balanced tires, checked exhaust system - no problems noted.discussed issue with local auto supplier (auto zone) and was informed to check their website of recalls.located recall, when to toyota dealership showed service rep the notice.rep indicated that there are not campaigns regarding the 2000 camry solara;stated that a failure of the axle bearings/hub is extremely rear.requested tech test drive the car to help resolve the noise problem.the tech drove the car, informed service rep and myself that the rear axle bearings must be replaced.repeated linkage to recall and was informed that there is no recall on my car.based on the fact that their system would have notify them of any campaigns when completing early work .ordered the parts and scheduled an appointment to replace the axle(s).checked your website and located nhtsa campaign identification number 00v154000.campaign covers my problem, however, it does not cover vehicles manufactured on or about september 1999.could the recall have missed problems with the rear axles on 2000 model year toyota solaras manufactured prior to the time frame of march 30 through april 9, 2000.
The contact owns a 2000 toyota camry solara.the contact stated that there was a safety issue with the rear axle or wheel bearing.toyota attempted to repair the vehicle in 2004 at 29,000 miles; however, the failure recurred in december of 2007.the vehicle has never been properly corrected.the current and failure mileages were 74,811.
Bridgestone re92 potenza tire (p205 65 r15) experienced blowout.
Bridgestone, potenza, tire size 205-65-r1, dot 9b9l, original equipment on toyota, solara 2000 with 17,000 miles.both front tires are bald and are separating and cracking onsides.
Original tires on a toyota, solara,2000. All four tires are bald. Bridgestone patenza tires p205 60 r dot y720 ohd170.
Michelin, 205/65r15, radial tires, original tires,left front tire blewout while driving.it was just serviced about 2 weeks ago.the dealer could not find the cause for the tire failure, but blames the customer.
Bubble developed on side wall of tire. Dealer& toyota does not recognize as defect. Suggested to contact manufacturer for further evaulation.(tiresize: p205/60r16)( dot number:tire size: p205/60r16 )
Bridgestone potenza front tires p205/60r16, experienced bubbles on the sidewall, dealer replaced both tires.
2000 toyota solara segas pedal sticks. Hard to step on it. Car jerks.
Am experiencing sludge build up in the engine of my 2000 toyota camry solara.this vehicle was a previously owned when i purchased it on march 17, 2016.at time of purchase i requested a carfax report.my choice to purchase was made upon report details i.e. Repair & maintenance records, including routine oil changes.the carfax report specified all preventative maintenance had been applied to this vehicle and was up to date.there were no known manufacture recalls and/or issues on this vehicle.at the time of purchase i was unaware of any troublesome issues on this make & model, nor with its engine model.after my own extensive research before shopping for my 2nd preowned toyota i never did come across any such information regarding problems/recalls & would have never made this purchase.i have always been a toyota fan & am very displeased with the engine sludge problems i later discovered and also the fact that the dealership which sold me this preowned toyota covered up & provided me with a false carfax report.i have my proof of routine oil changes + the carfax report showing all previous owners(2) also made routine oil changes.i feel i am a victim of a manufactures default in this engine model.i have owned my preowned toyota for only 5 months and for the last 2 months i have had it sitting in my driveway due to ongoing engine troubles i am unable to tend to financially & do not wish to do any further damage to it.i am greatly disappointed.[xxx] 'information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
2000 toyota solara segas pedal sticks. Hard to step on it. Car jerks.
While driving 5 mph vehicle surged forward. This caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The consumer hit a building. Upon impact, both front air bags did not deploy.
Wife was pulling into a parking space.car had almost come to a complete stop, she was about to put car in park and set handbrake and car suddenly accelerated in to a bring wall.she crack c1 and c2 vertebrae and was in the hospital for 5 days.
Owner of 2000 toyota camry-solara was entering a marvin's market. While attempting to enter the parking lot her vehicle suddenly accelerated for approx. 55-60' and crashed into the marvin market storefront plate glass windows. The vehicle continued into the marvin market striking a person inside the store. The vehicle continued through the store and struck a second person inside the store. The vehicle came to a rest inside the store and on top of the second person that was struck. The driver of the vehicle stated to the responding police officer that the car suddenly accelerated and she immediately jammed her foot on the brakes with no success.
Vehicle surged forward after releasing the gas pedal and hit a tree.*ph
I would like to report my son's fatal 2000 toyota solara crash. His car went into full speed and hit the trees with speed close to 100 mph on a residential street with 20 mph limit.updated 03/10/10updated 9/21/2011*cwupdated 09/23/10
The windshield wipers stopped in a rainstorm while driving 70mph on an interstate highway.
Consumer complains of a mildew smell coming from the ventilation system, dealers have said that the specific design of this vehicle has a reduced area for ventilation which encourages condensation and moisture to be trapped inside .
The air vents emit a foul odor comparable to dirty old rags as a result of mold, mildew and bacterial accumulation initiated by moisture throughout the system, this unhealthy condition is intensified by the more compact structure of the new model cars designed with a reduced ventilation area. * nlm the consumer states that bacterial fumes from mold and mildew condensation inside the vehicle's ventilation aggravated his allergic condition.the consumer was asking nhtsa to intervene in the dispute that was unfairly decide.
Immediately following the first car wash, the air vents continuously emitt a odor comparable to dirty, old rags as a result of mould, mildew and bacterial accumulation, initiated by moisture thoughout the system. *cj
Vanity mirror fell off driver's side visor.the mirror had only been used to a minimal degree--once a month or less in the 20 months since purchase.a short time after, visor hinge became loose.toyota said plastic hinges were worn and entire visor needs to be replaced at a cost of over $200.00 for parts and labor.clearly the parts used in the visor hinge and to attach the vanity mirror to the visor are defective.there is a possibility that either part could dislodge while driving causing at the very least a distraction to the vehicle operator that could lead to an accident. Mr
Consumer states that sunroof leaks water into passenger cabin whenever it rains.dealer has servicedit several times, but problem still exists.
Problems with vehicle leaking.nar 07/28/2003.*mrthe vehicle sunroof leaked.the vehicle has been taken to an independent service station several times for repair but the leak recurs.the vehicle tail light was inoperative.the dealer cleaned the connector and replaced the bulb.there was a musty odor coming form the a/c duct.the dealer added fridge fresh.
I want to see if the are recalls for my car ?
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