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Front airbags inadvertently deployed, seriously injuring driver, when front tire bumped curb while turning into driveway.car was moving under 5 mph when airbags deployed. *nlm
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact stated while driving 5 mph making a left turn, another vehicle crashed into both the drivers side front and rear door while driving 40 mph. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and the contact sustained whiplash. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard. The vehicle was destroyed. The dealer was notified of the crash. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.
False deployment of airbags.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry.while driving 10 mph, the vehicle accelerated without warning.the contact was unable to stop the vehicle, which caused her to rear end another vehicle.the air bags failed to deploy.nhtsa recall # 96e001000 (vehicle speed control) was found.the mechanic has not inspected the vehicle to determine the cause of failure.a police report was filed. The current and failure mileages were 100,000.updated 02-01-08.
1996 camry was stopped at a red light then surged forward into the intersection where it was struck by a motorcycle and pick-up truck.camry and motorcycle both totaled.airbags in camry didn't deploy on impact but had a delay.police involved with case.camry driver cited for failure to yield to a red light which driver was stopped at initially.no further investigation.with toyota in the news, found reports of other 1996 camry's with sudden acceleration so filed this complaint.family member was owner and driver of camry.motorcycle driver sustained injuries that resulted in death 5 years later.updated 05/10/10 updated 07/08/10.
Air bags failed to deploy with head on collision with pine tree,my son was driving between 35-40 mph. He had a slight concussion,and neck was sore for couple days, he was wearing seat belts.
1996 toyota camry. My son was involved in a 5 mph accident. There was no damage to the car he rear ended, yet the toyota was totaled and air bags did not deploy. Upon research on this site, toyota camry 1996 has a enormous amount of airbags that do not deploy. My son hit the steering wheel and was transported to hospital.
While parked in garage overnight, airbag warning comes on, remains on.according to dealer, could explode, replaced airbag module, problem reoccurred.
Consumer is concerned about air bag clearance. The driver sits very close to steering wheel. (unspecified).
Driver and passenger airbags deployed, braking windshield and bruising driver when car barely moving forward. Tapped another cars bumper, no other damage to either vehicle.
Consumer was traveling 30mph onhighway and another vehiclestopped in front suddenly, the air bag deployed when consumererslaming the brake in panic stop, but with out any accidentdealershipwas aware ofproblem.
No deployment of air bag during collision & seat belt did not restrain properly, resulting in chest injuries.538159 dupe of 825226.
Airbag failed in accident, resulting in injury.
No deployment of airbag during accident, causing injuries.
Was involved in a traffic accident where vehicle was at a complete stop waiting to exit freeway: backup on freeway exit, was rear ended at high speed by another vehicle. Causing chain reaction crash, vehicle was sandwiched between two vehicles. Vehicle flooring became deformed which may have contributed todriver's seat collapsing and most importantly for the seat belt to fail causing me to bang my face into the steering wheel. I found the seat belt was unbuckled after the crash. Airbags did deploy.
Unspecified: airbag sensor light on dash failed.
My 1996 toyota camry is listed under the "airbags" unreported recall for repair/replacement. Please advise.
My daughter was driving our 1996 toyota camry, vid #[xxx]. She was in an accident in which the car spun out against a guard rail, totaling the car. Neither the driver's side airbag nor the passenger airbag were deployed, causing injury to my daughter whose head hit the steering wheel.*lainformation redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Other: air bag cover warped and replaced air bag, also airbag indicator light stays on.
While drivingdriver's air baginadvertently deployed ,causing minor injuries.there was no accident.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collsion, andairbags did not deploy.the dealer and manufacturer will be notified.
Driving at approximately 30-35 mph in wet conditions, vehicle began to skid. Applied brakes and rearended vehicle in front. Dual airbags did not deploy/inoperative, causing the consumer to hit steering wheel, and resulting in injuries.538159 dup of 825226. Posted on 09-07-1999.
Consumer was involved in a 10 mph side impact collision in which the drivers and passengers air bags deployed, causing the driver to sustain injuries.
When older son was driving about 25 mph vehicle collided with another vehicle head-on. Younger son was riding onpassenger's side whenair bags deployed, causing serious injuries to passenger.
Consumer was driving approximately 40-45mph when a vehicle pulled in front at 1-2 mph, causing consumer to rearend vehicle in front . With $3,700 in damage, the air bags did not deploy, consumer was injured.
Violent deployment of passenger's air bag caused injury to consumers hands.
While driving hit a rockand both air bags deployed without any warning. The dealer said that the rock hit a sensor under the vehicle.
Rearended another vehicle and the airbags did not deploy.
Vehicle hit by semi in rear left. Driver lost control. Vehicle spun around; hit concrete barrier dividing highway twice in front. Neither air bags deployed.
Consumer says that a bump was hit while driving the vehicle at 30 mph, the vehicle was parked for 20minutes, and when returned to vehicle the air bags had deployed on their own.
My airbags deployed for no apparent reason while i was driving, with a passenger, approximately 25 mph, on a slight incline on a back country road, in the mid afternoon.i notified toyota santa cruz, where i had purchased the camry new in 1996, and they essentially did nothing.i notified toyota's regional office and i met with an agent from there who inspected my car at toyota santa cruz.he found evidence a rock had hit a stabilizing bar underneath.i reported having not seen or hit a rock on the day of the incident.i was told to await toyota's decision in the mail within 10 days.they concluded my air bags had deployed appropriately.my witness and i wrote back to the legal department, where we had been referred, disputing their conclusion twice, and both times the response was that their conclusion was final.i am confined to only being able to communicate with the legal department by mail.meanwhile, i am driving with no airbags now for close to 2 years.toyota has prompted me to get my air bag light fixed since the deployment, but that is all.and my horn doesn't work normally now that the vinyl is ripped open in the center of the steering wheel.i intentionally bought the camry for it's safety record.i am in disbeliefthat toyota cares so little for safety.please, please help me. *la
While driving on interstate at 55-65 mph passenger'sside airbag deployed for no reason. There was no impact. Cause unknown.
While driving the vehicle at 20 mph the vehicle had a frontal impact in which the driver's and passenger's airbag did not deploy,which did not protect the occupant in this accident.
While at a standstill the vehicle was hit from the rear,and the vehicle which was hit,crashed into the end of a bus and the air bags did not deploy. Please describe details.
While in a front end accident the air bag did not deploy. Please describe.
During an accident on 10/15/01 my driver side seat broke and my airbag did not deploy.
False deployment of both air bags when the front tire struck concrete, bumper was not struck and vehicle was only traveling 5-10 mph.yh
Thecontact owns a 1996 toyota camry.while driving down a hill at 15 mph, the vehicle starting accelerating without warning.the vehicle reached speeds of 60-80 mph while running two stop signs.he had to crash into a tree and another vehicleto stop the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. He suffered injuries to the right arm. He contacted the manufacturer in reference to recall # 96e001000 (rostra precision controls).he was advisedthat the recall only applied to six cylinder vehicles. The current and failure mileages were 200,500. Updated 01/12/10. *ljthe consumer stated 2 nights before the accident, the cruise control came on and then went off. Updated 01/13/10.
After a front impact accident,all of the seat belts on the vehicle disconnected or unbuckled. Both air bags deployed.
While driving at 55 mph, the consumer was struck on thefront passenger's side by another vehicle. The consumer was wearing a seat belt and the airbags did deploy.when the air bags deployed, they deployed in ribbons.the inflater canister sprayed the contents over the interior of the vehicle. Consumer suffered minor injuries.
Vehicle involved in a frontal collision with another vehicleat 30-35 mph impact and both air bags did not deploy. Dealer / manufacturer were not notified at this time.please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
During vehicle collision the front end of the vehicle was badly smashed, however the frontal air bag experienced no deployment. *mjs
Airbags did not deploy while crashing frontend of car at the speed of 35 mph into another vehicle's driver's side door.driver injured neck & passenger injured knees!
While in a front end accident the air bag did not deploy. Please describe.
While driving at approximately 10 mph tire slightly hit a curb, causing dual airbags to deploy. The passenger's side front airbagcaught on fire , resulting in 1st degree burnsto the driver , but there was no passenger seated.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry.while driving 45 mph, the contact was involved in a crash and rear ended another vehicle.the air bags failed to deploy.a police report was filed.both passengers were wearing their seat belts, but one was injured and transported to the hospital.the vehicle was severely damaged, but could still be driven.the contact has pictures.the current and failure mileages were 150,000.
While traveling at 15 mph front endhit side of another car .was traveling at about 15mph. Upon impact,driver's side and passenger's side airbags deployed, and consumer sustained a broken wrist.consumer stated that an airbag was there to protect passenger, but instead it brokeconsumer'swrist.
Vehiclehit car in the front right side and air bag didn't deploy.
Cosco turnabout infant car seat (came with the "rock n' roller stroller) model number 01-654 (if the stroller and car seat have the same numbers) does not fit securely in the car seat. In a side impact crash the seat would become dislodged, as it can slide left and right. I have to pin the seat behind the back of the passenger seat to immobalize it. I have even had a police officer look at it and he took notice it didn't seem too safe.
Both the driver side window and front passenger window have stopped working on occasion.presently the passenger side window may go down, but will not go up.the next day it may go up.i don't put it down because i don't want to leave it down in rain or overnight.my previous camry also had electrical window problems.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact stated that when attempting to turn the vehicle, the steering wheel would seize in the turned position without warning. The contact stated that excessive force was required in order to maneuver the vehicle when it seized. In addition, the speedometer failed to provide accurate reading levels. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
For several weeks when i have occasionally, accidentally, after turning off the ignition, while the transmission was still in the drive position iremoved the key from the ignition (while it was still in gear),and it rolls.it is a 1996 toyota camry le v6.
While driving at approximately 40 mph felt a slight loss of power which was corrected byitself. A minute later,wheels locked up, and vehicle came to a stop. Transmission repair shop informed consumer thattransaxle cracked and it broke off where it was attached to the body.differential unit lockingwas torn up, andcenter support was wiped out. Transfer case also broke where it went onto the body. Dealer also stated that there was chunks of metal found from the differential drain plug.consumer had electrical problems with vehicle including starting problems.strut failure.key and lock problems.windshield wipers faulty.interior and brake light failure.
The driver's side tail light had blown out several times, themechanic finally diagnosed the vehicle's electronic control module shorted out the tail lights.8jb
8/2003 bought car. At 75.000 miles, freeze plugs started to go. One after the other. Leaving me stranded many times. After we replaced the freeze plugs, 76.000 miles the car started dumping its coolant through the overflow tank.. Could not get answers from phillips toyota. Started loosing oil. The obd light has never come on. The car runs quite and smooth. Made several attempts to take care of this problem with the corporation, but they will not help. Also, the brakes have always made loud noises, and the cruise control has a mind of its own. Car has now, 130000 miles on it, and all i can do, is add water every 25 miles or so. None of the shops we have taken it to can tell us what the problem is. Can you help me please.
The vehicle failed to start due to loose connection and corroded battery terminal. Yh
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
Battery leak.
1sc valve sticks causing ignition to not start vehicle.
Consumer states that while turning on ignition vehicle will vibrate. Nlm
Vehicle failed to start due to fuel injection failure and failure of the spark plugs.*mjs
Vehicle failed to start due to fuel injection failure and failure of the spark plugs.*mjs
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry.on two separate occasions, the contact was able to exit the vehicle with the key in his hand and the vehicle in drive.on one occasion, the vehicle rolled backwards down the driveway.the contact sustained minor injuries.there is a recall on the 1997 model regarding this same failure.the current mileage was 133,700 and failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 03/26/08.*lj
Consumer can takekey out ofignition while vehicle is not in park. Thishad caused anaccident. Dealer notified.
Gear shift would not release the key.
I bought the car brand new toyota camry le in nov. 95 it was model 96.an ongoing problem ofstarting the car. When i start the car whether its morning or in the afternoon, once i release the key it dies. I've been going to 2 toyota dealers and theirdiagnosed is always the idle control. I believe the problem started in 1997, then again in 1999.i went to toyota north hollywood and they fixed it by replacing the idle valve itself,soiwas told.then may 2000, i had a problem again when in my dashboard the warning "check engine " lit.so i went again to have it fixed. Then this time, i am having a problem again starting the car, the engine dies and i have to step on gas pedal for more than 2 minutes to start it , whether it's morning or afternoon. I went back to toyota service this time in toyota wondries alhambra where i bought the car. And they said they need to replace the idle control valve again and it will cost again $330.why isthis an ongoing problem? iknow dozens of cars from my friends and families but they dontgo through the same problem every other year. Please help.
Starter failed.
Vehicle would not start after sitting for 2 days.
Starter failure.
Starter failed, causing vehicle to stall.
Starter panel failed to work. This would causevehicle to stall out for no reason or warning. Has happened at least three times.
Dates of service for the same problem: 7/17/96, 7/29/96, 9/06/96, 9/20/96, 11/02/96, 07/10/97,10/06/97 dealer turned off engine light but problem was only temporarily fixed.5/14/98 is the most recent date when engine light illuminated & turned off by itself 3 days later, therefore 5/14/98 occurrence was not brought in for service. Dealer had concluded the cause to be several things. Their first diagnosis was that the light being set off by electricalmalfunction in alarm wiring (alarm was installed by the same dealer), the next diagnosis was it was due to bad charcoal cannisterfor which the parts were specially ordered & car was brought in for service from date 9/12/96 to 9/19/96. The problem was shortly fixed for the engine light went on again and car was brought in again on 11/02/96. It was a hassle to keep bringing in the car only to have the engine light on 1-2 weeks later.i have been giving up on this problem (ie bringing in to the dealer). The problem still exists. I just ignore it& the light would go off by itself which is equivalent to the result of my dealer's service, only ignoring it saves me time & energy. Dealer keeps telling me it's not dangerous and keep bringing the car in whenever this happens again.
Turn signal blinks too fast due to loose rear wire connection. *sd
My 1996 toyota camry caught on fire while on the road. The vehicle was tottalled.
Engine caught on fire while driving down the highway.
Vehicle was parked for period of 10 minutes and under the hood fire broke out due to anelectrical short,will provide more information.
Vehicle has experienced continued starting problems due to faulty wiring to the main engine harness, prior repairs of the egr valve did not rectify start up failure.*mjs
The engine seized and blew while driving on the interstate, which caused a catastophic fire and complete damage to the entire engine and surrounding parts. It was a potentially disastrous event that could have caused great injury. We are contacting toyota regarding the newsworthy "engine sludge" problem that they are admitting in 1996-2000 camrys (ours was 1996) and there claim of honoring engine damage claims.
Vehicle has experienced continued starting problems due to faulty wiring to the main engine harness, prior repairs of the egr valve did not rectify start up failure.*mjs
The steering sucks ive tried everything but nothing it still drives my sucks
Took my car in to have the timing belt replaced and to find out what the cause of these problems were; car worked fine otherwise: rattle ling noises coming from valve cover, engine consuming coolant, front engine seals leaking. Total cost for these repairs was $1992.42got my car back from the dealer, four days later the car dies on the road. Car was towed back to dealer at their expense. Dealer found that the timing belt had skipped. They replaced the timing belt, declared car fixed and gave me the keys. I drove off and got as far as two blocks away from dealer before the car died again. This time the dealer said that the problem was due to engine gel. The dealer said the repairs would be covered by toyota but only if i could show proof of oil changes receipts, which i provided.i'm now trying to recover a refund for the repairs that i previously paid for that were due to the engine gel problems.
Complain i own a 1996 toyota camry that recently experienced an engine damage due to the build-up of oil sludge before 80,000 miles. My car has the same 2.2l 4 cylinder engine as their camry 1997-2001 models, which toyota agreed to cover the cost of repairing those engines. However, despite the fact that my car has the same engine and it was produced two months prior to that time frame, because it is in a 1996 model, toyota has refused to cover the cost of repairing it. There is no disputing that the failure of thousands of these engines as a result of a build-up of oil sludge can be attributable only to the fact that these engines are defective. As such, it is absolutely outrageous that toyota should take responsibility for the repair of some of these defective engines and not others. Thank you for your consideration.
Engine was running fine but was taking it in for 60k mile service.toyota dealership informed me of a bad oil sludge problem and estimated the repairs to be $4500.i took it to another mechanic and he said that there was a chance the engine has not been damaged, but only a chance.i let him perform the work of cleaning the oil pan and running a couple of oil changes to clean the sludge.the engine seemed to be running fine, but now (january 2003) i am getting a lot of smoke from the exhaust and they tell me that something must have been damaged but they can't tell without taking the engine apart.
After purchasing the car in march 2002, all oil changes were performed by me.the previous owner is a friend, and i know the car was maintained very well (appearance of the car also reflects this). In early may 2003, with my wife driving, the car threw #1 piston rod through the block. The engine still had ample oil, and only had 1500 miles after an oil change (i change the oil between 3-4000 miles, religously). This is not the type of engine failure to expect from a well maintained car, and after pulling the motor out, i noticed sludge all over the oil pan, valve covers, and on various engine components.
Original engine valve seals failed prematurely at 38k miles are were repaired by dealer under warranty. After another 40k miles the seals failed again. Dealer estimate for second prematuer valve seal repair is $1,000.
Sludge bill up in the enginge
My car has 135,000 miles on it and i was recently noticing that it would run hard and not switch gears as smoothly as it once had.i took it in to a toyota dealership to be evaluated and was told it had sludge in my engine probably due to infrequent oil changesi was then informed by theservice advisor that it needed a new engine and that it would cost approximately $5000-$6000.i informed the advisor that i always had my oil changed as per the owner?s manual, and i requested a written estimate as to the exact details that formed the basis for this price quote. I was ultimately denied that information.the gentleman told me he would call me back and/or fax it to me, after which i received nothing. I called again, got his supervisor instead of the service advisor, and he explained that engine sludge was the diagnosis and that i could not get a written estimate because the exact parts needed could not be determined. He stated he would have to have someone look further into the engine's problem to give me the estimate in writing.i asked why this hadn't been done prior to the completion of the diagnosis that i ordered, and he then began stammering and informed me that he didn't have my file in front of him and he could call me back after looking into it further. He then proceeded to ask me if i was really willing to pay that much for an engine?.when i asked what my other alternatives were, he offered to transfer me to a salesman!i never received any further phone calls.it has been my experience that if i am not willing to buy a new vehicle, the level of service i receive decreases dramatically.i have since taken my car to another independent shop to have it repaired, where i have been able to get an explanation both in writing and by the advisor in conversation as to what exactly is wrongand what exactly needs to be fixed.
8/2003 bought car. At 75.000 miles, freeze plugs started to go. One after the other. Leaving me stranded many times. After we replaced the freeze plugs, 76.000 miles the car started dumping its coolant through the overflow tank.. Could not get answers from phillips toyota. Started loosing oil. The obd light has never come on. The car runs quite and smooth. Made several attempts to take care of this problem with the corporation, but they will not help. Also, the brakes have always made loud noises, and the cruise control has a mind of its own. Car has now, 130000 miles on it, and all i can do, is add water every 25 miles or so. None of the shops we have taken it to can tell us what the problem is. Can you help me please.
Power steering failure on 1996 toyota camry.*mr while driving, the consumer loss control of the vehicle which was due to failure of the power steering..the timing belt and radiator hose were replaced.
Idle problem.taken to mechanic twice. Have replaced isc valve at least once a year since 1996 (twice in 1997 and 1998),in thelast year car has stalledwhen slowing down tocomplete engine shutdown in middle of roadway.engine takes a few tries to start again.
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
Several problems:faulty interior lighting,power antenna,brake noise,faulty power windows,main rear seal leak
I have always made regular oil changes, however, there is a definite oil sludge problem.didn't realize i had any recourse, but after other friends and family had complained about their camrys, i did some research on the web, and low and behold i came across the exact problem many toyota camrys have had.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry.the contact stated that nothing was wrong with her vehicle when she took it to have an oil change.the mechanic performing the oil change stated that the valve cover gasket needed to be replaced.the contact was also informed that there was motor failure, however she states otherwise.the motor was replaced and now the vehicle shakes when started, sounds like a tractor, and she smells diesel fumes in the passenger compartment.the purchase date and engine size were unknown.the current and failure mileages were 14,000.
Took camry to dealer (world toyota) discovered engine sludge problem, entire engine needs to be replaced, cannot re-build..notified customer service twice at toyota main office. Still have not resolved issue.
In approx june of 2002 my timing belt had to be replaced i now appear to have the oil gelling problem. Approx may 2003 i got out of the car to pump gas and the door will not open on the driver side. Approx august 2003 i began noticing if driving on the highway and i apply my brakes my whole car begins shaking.
I have engine gelling that has led to engine damage severe enough that i will either need a new short block or new engine (according to toyota).even with all of the work that i have already had on the vehicle, the engine is not in proper running order and will take thousands of dollars to remedy the issue.
The oil passage was too narrow, not letting oil into the crank shaft. This caused a rod to blow through the block, which caused the engine to fail and no longer to operate. Manufacturer was contacted by owner.engine was replaced with a used motor, timing belt, water pump and cap rotor wires. Manufacturer was notified but did not do anything.
Oil sludged at 77,000 miles after careful maintenance every 3,000 - 4,000 miles.engine flushed, valve cover gasket replaced, etc. (my cost) and continued maintenance, now 89,000 engine is blow while on trip with 80 year old mother 400 miles away from home
My 1996 camry was recently diagnosed with a major sludge problem requiring a new engine after only 80,000 miles.the car has the same 2.2l 4 cylinder engine that has been shown to be susceptible to this sludge problem, but toyota has refused to cover the cost of repairing my engine under the "special policy" repair program that they implemented to address the problem with this engine. Toyota did not dispute that it was the same engine that has experienced this problem - instead, the ridiculous and totally illogical reason they gave was that their "special policy" repair program was limited to the engines manufactured during an arbitrary time period and the engine in my camry fell outside that period by two months.in other words, they are fixing some of these defective engines but not others.
Reservoir bottle failed prematurely.bottle deteriated and leaks coolant onto the exhaust.
Water pump leaks. *sd
The engine does not heat sufficiently enough for the oil to clean the engine, manufacturer states that the sludge builds up in the engine due to the owners failure to get regualar oil changes or the owner using the wrong oil, consumer also states that the engine reaches 165 degrees around town when it should reach 195 degrees, consumer feels the problem is with the engine or the thermostat.
The engine does not heat sufficiently enough for the oil to clean the engine, manufacturer states that the sludge builds up in the engine due to the owners failure to get regualar oil changes or the owner using the wrong oil, consumer also states that the engine reaches 165 degrees around town when it should reach 195 degrees, consumer feels the problem is with the engine or the thermostat.
Vehicle malkes a loud rattling noise when idling. Dealer said vehicle needed new timing belt.
Engine valve assembly failed.
Vehicle stallswithout prior warning.also, it has a cold start up/sometimes it won't start, and there isrough idling.
Engine seizure in 1996 toyota camry.*mr the engine seizure was due to engine sludge build up.*nlm
While driving at 35 mph vehicle lost brake and steering power. This occurred because the timing belt jumped, and the engine seized up because ofan oil jellying problem in the engine,per dealership.
Cold start valve failed.
I own a 1996 toyota camry that recently experienced an engine failure due to the build-up of oil sludge after only 80,000 miles.my car has the same 2.2l 4 cylinder engine that has been shown to be susceptible to this sludge problem.in recognition of the problem with these engines, toyota agreed to cover the cost of repairing those engines in their 1997-2001 models. However, despite the fact that my car has the same engine and it was produced two months prior to that time frame, because it is in a 1996 model toyota has refused to cover the cost of repairing it.there is no disputing that the failure of thousands of these engines as a result of a build-up of oil sludge can be attributable only to the fact that these engines are defective.as such, it is absolutely outrageous that toyota should take responsibility for the repair of some of these defective engines and not others.thank you for your consideration.gary levine. *nlm
The consumer was concerned that the vehicle may catch on fire because the vehicle was leaking oil.the rear main seal leaked.smoke was also present. *sc
Car continutes to stall when at a stop and slowly idling repetitively. Creates dangerous situation for example when light turns green and car won't go!told idle air valve which i see in doing research seems to be a very common problem. Expensive repair. Perhaps a recall would be in order?
Air valve stuck causing vehicle to experience hard startup.
Daughter was driving her 1996 camry vehicle cut off while driving she coasted to the side of the road vehicle had to be towed.later learned from two different mechanics that engine had seized up for no apparent reason.
The vehicle experienced stalling/starting problems, which was caused by the egr valve, the fuel pressure regulator and the idle speed control valve, which were all replaced, the tires experienced uneven tire wear, the brakes failed, there were transmission, driveline and steering problems, the o-ring was replaced, and also the vehicle began to exhibit engine oil sludge.
#1 - discovered wind noise from an incomplete seal in right rear quarter glass of vehicle, one month after purchase. Took vehicle into del toyota(dealer), who said they resealed the window. Noise from said window continued, at higher speeds above 30mph.i took vehicle back into dealer one month later. This time, they said they replaced the weatherstrip around the window, that the "wind noise" had been caused by deformed weatherstrip.this was done while vehicle was under warranty, never to my satisfaction.condition exists today, 05/29/2002!!#2 - disc brakes were serviced by jerry's toyota in baltimore, after making a sticking noise right before the vehicle completely stopped.the dealer replaced the front pads, machined the rotors, and serviced the left front caliper after he found it sticking.this did not alleviate the problem with the brake noise, which continues today (05/29/2002) even after a second servicing! #3 -engine light came on, so i took the toyota camry into jerry's toyota for servicing.they cleaned carbon deposits from injectors, throttle plate valves and piston rings; said the problem was in the #3 cylinder.this happened a second time; i took the vehicle in for servicing.i am now waiting for either a third incident at $200. To fix, or if they replace any fuel injectors, these cost $200. Ea per part!!
Complain i own a 1996 toyota camry that recently experienced an engine damage due to the build-up of oil sludge before 80,000 miles. My car has the same 2.2l 4 cylinder engine as their camry 1997-2001 models, which toyota agreed to cover the cost of repairing those engines. However, despite the fact that my car has the same engine and it was produced two months prior to that time frame, because it is in a 1996 model, toyota has refused to cover the cost of repairing it. There is no disputing that the failure of thousands of these engines as a result of a build-up of oil sludge can be attributable only to the fact that these engines are defective. As such, it is absolutely outrageous that toyota should take responsibility for the repair of some of these defective engines and not others. Thank you for your consideration. Peter xu. *nlm
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
- the contact called regarding the 1996 toyota camry.the contact stated that during a routine oil change the mechanic discovered a sticky substance around the valve cover gasket. The mechanicdiagnosed the vehicle as needing a new engine.the contact believed thiswas a safety defect.the failure mileage was 140,578.the power steering pump was re-sealed, the timing belt and axle seals were replaced. Updated 04/12/07.
While driving consumer heard a loud boom noise.it was later determined that the engine had blown and had 2 large holes in it. *nlm
Mechanic told consumer motor blew due to saddles that hold the rod cap in place wereover tightened.the rod came loose and went through the motor block, consumer wants someone else to look at the motor.air conditioner compressor failed.
Engine seizure due to oil sludge. *nlm
Replaced valve assembly 4 times (about 1/year).
When starting vehicle consumer has to step on gas pedal to start vehicle, which can cause internal damage tobearings.
The engine does not heat sufficiently enough for the oil to clean the engine, manufacturer states that the sludge builds up in the engine due to the owners failure to get regualar oil changes or the owner using the wrong oil, consumer also states that the engine reaches 165 degrees around town when it should reach 195 degrees, consumer feels the problem is with the engine or the thermostat.
Vehicle stalls momentarily then jerks forward, simultaneously the electrical system fails also.
Car stalls when starting cold. Idle speed control motor failed 4 times since purchased, almost once a year.
Sludge buildup in engine. Huge puffs of black smoke on starting.
The vehicle failed to start.
Vehicle has excessive oil consumption, there is blue smoke coming from tailpipe at start up. Dealer stated there was a sludge problem in engine due to the oil not being changed regularly.
Enigne noise. *sd
Mech said failure of neoprene washer caused trans failure
While starting the vehicle, blue smoke was coming from the exhaust pipe.the dealership is aware of the problem.*nlmthe consumer stated that the dealer said that it was an engine sludge problem.there is a recall on 1997-2001 2.2 cyl engines, which can cause the engine to seize up during operation.the engine is prone to dangerous levels of gasoline contamination dilution.the consumer feels that this vehicle should be covered even though its a 1996, because it has the same engine.*scc
Vehicle stalls in traffic when releasing gas pedal, this happens intermittently, contacted dealer and dealer stated that has to happen with them before vehicle can be checked.
While drivingvehicle stalls unexpectedly which may cause a crash.dealer cannot determine the cause. Please provide further information.
The engine seized and blew while driving on the interstate, which caused a catastophic fire and complete damage to the entire engine and surrounding parts. It was a potentially disastrous event that could have caused great injury. We are contacting toyota regarding the newsworthy "engine sludge" problem that they are admitting in 1996-2000 camrys (ours was 1996) and there claim of honoring engine damage claims.
While driving at low speedvehicle would stall withoutprior warning.every 7-8 months it shows symptoms of instability during ignition.the rpm needle is also very unstable, especially on colder days. *ml
No cold/fast idle, car stalls when starting cold, idle erratic, goes low have to give it gas so it won't stall,3 trips to the dealer, each time dealer claimed car was repaired, problem still exists.toyotacustomer service has been no help, when contacing dealer for the fourth time, they said they'd get back to me. Won't return my calls. This is going on for a month, i am afraid to drive the car.
Consumer states that oil and other coolants sludged up in vehicle. Consumer had to replace engine. Mechanic indicated it was a manufacturer problem.
Engine oil leaks.
Cannot start engine and engine stallling due to idle spped control valve failure. Replaced isc valve 5 times since 1997.
Engine is having trouble starting, the problem is undiagnosed and is still present.
I have seen on the internet that there have been numerous sludge engine with proper maintenance.toyota not backing the warranty.there is a big problem worldwide here.
The engine does not heat sufficiently enough for the oil to clean the engine, manufacturer states that the sludge builds up in the engine due to the owners failure to get regualar oil changes or the owner using the wrong oil, consumer also states that the engine reaches 165 degrees around town when it should reach 195 degrees, consumer feels the problem is with the engine or the thermostat.
Since the owner of the vehicle purchased the automobile, it has been pulsating/vibrating and hesitationwhen driving at higher speeds of 50 mph or more. The dealership has not been able to rectify the problem and consumer is unsatisfied with the performance of the vehicle.
The vehicle would not start without stepping on gas.
Whenever vehicle is either idling at a stop sign or light it would stall . Could be driving or turning a corner, vehicle would stall. Has happened 3 times. Had taken vehicle to dealer,mechanic could not locate cause of stalling.
While driving all power stopped, causing the driver to lose control.whennoticed the powerfailure tried to pull over, butdid not have control of the vehicle.
Engine surges at various speeds.
Problems with 1996 toyota camry.*mra few years after the vehicle was purchased, the consumer received a letter from toyota which stated it was necessary to have the vehicle timing belt replaced before 60,000 miles. The letter indicated that if the belt should malfunction, the vehicle could stop running. Since receiving the letter the consumer has received numerous advertisements regarding timing belt replacements from several local toyota dealerships.the consumer believed that a recall should be issued since toyota seemed to know there was a problem.
4 cylinder engine has starting problems when cold.it takes about three or four attempts to start (stalls a lot.)took vehicle to independent shop and was told it "probably" needed a timing belt.$1200 later and the car was good for about three months.the stalling problem is back.toyota said it cannot diagnose if they cannot duplicate problem.no codes set and it will not happen all the time.it is becoming fustrating though.
While driving at 35 mph vehicle lost brake and steering power. This occurred because the timing belt jumped, and the engine seized up because ofan oil jellying problem in the engine,per dealership.
1996 toyota camry developed problems stalling out in traffic and would buck like a bronco sometimes when driving (before stalling).dealership repairs cost me thousands of dollars. Very dangerous trying to get from here to there in this vehicle. Technicians kept taking the car back down to the engine block.sent a letter to toyota requesting they examine the invoices and repairs on a car with such low mileage.the sent a letter back.one line-"nothing in these invoices is under warranty" toyota was not interested infixing their mistakes and was not interested in learning from them.they were not interested in the safety of their customers.i knew at that time they were interested in growth and profit and let it be known to my friends and family that they should not buy toyota vehicles.
I have engine gelling that has led to engine damage severe enough that i will either need a new short block or new engine (according to toyota).even with all of the work that i have already had on the vehicle, the engine is not in proper running order and will take thousands of dollars to remedy the issue.
The idle speed control valve was replaced because the vehicle had difficulties starting.the problem still occurred and was replaced 7 more times.the consumer found information on a toyota report which indicated that the egr valve and the fuel pressure regulator were preventing the vehicle from starting. *scc *nlm
Vehicles oxygen sensor failure caused the engine to surge and die unless the engine is completely warm. *et
Failure to pass smog test.my 1996 camry has been serviced regularly, mostly by dealer.had its 60,000 mile service in august last year by toyota(and 45,000 service in 02).failed the smog test at 70,271 miles.toyota dealer then did investigation (said failing hc reading slightly over limit).check 02-ss signal on both sensor and pcv valve.they also said they "removed and clean mass air flow and pcv system".just doesn't seem right that the car didn't pass the smog check, when toyota has been maintaining car, and whenthe car really isn't that old (with no modifications).
Air fuel sensor failed. Asa result the warning light came on. Part is not able to bemaintained by anyone including a mechanic, and there was no way of checking unless the part failed.
As of this week the flex pipe to the catalytic converter was determined to be malfunctioning.this caused exhaust gases to be emitted under the cabin of the vehicle.the local dealer is refusing to replace this part which is attached to the converter because he says that the part is not covered under warranty.however, the catalytic converter, which is covered under warranty is a single assembly attached to the malfunctioning "flex pipe".
Dt:since september 2004consume has been inhaling sulfur fumes on the inside and outside of the vehicle.smell was so great that it mad.daughter physically ill. Two converters have been replaced with no success. Dealer said to change gas brands, tsb indicatedlarge amounts of sulfur in gas.vehicle was in a flood, dealer stated other vehicles that were not in flood were experiencing the same problem.
The flexible pipe including the catalytic converter from the exhaust failed, dealer would not reimburse consumer for the defect.
The vehicle experienced stalling/starting problems, which was caused by the egr valve, the fuel pressure regulator and the idle speed control valve, which were all replaced, the tires experienced uneven tire wear, the brakes failed, there were transmission, driveline and steering problems, the o-ring was replaced, and also the vehicle began to exhibit engine oil sludge.
1.) the black paint on the windshield wipers has worn off, exposing a bright metallic surface which reflects sunlight directly into the driver's eyes.; 2.) having only 37,000 miles on the vehicle, the exhuast system is in need of replacement!!!
While starting the vehicle, blue smoke was coming from the exhaust pipe.the dealership is aware of the problem.*nlmthe consumer stated that the dealer said that it was an engine sludge problem.there is a recall on 1997-2001 2.2 cyl engines, which can cause the engine to seize up during operation.the engine is prone to dangerous levels of gasoline contamination dilution.the consumer feels that this vehicle should be covered even though its a 1996, because it has the same engine.*scc
Exhaust pipe assembly replaced, failure causing fumes to enter vehicle. Mjs
Both remotes for the keyless entry/security system have fallen apart while under warranty.toyota refuses to replace them.i have not used them in any unusual manner.if the warranty is
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
Air conditioner diverter valve failed.
The front driver side suspension coil spring snapped while driving in reverse to move out of a parking space and fractured the end of the spring and scored the tire wall. *nlmthe microscopic observation of the fractured surface showed dark crystals embedded in the steel. *sccthe air conditioner did not blow cold air, the dealer replaced the condensor and receiver dryer
Mechanic told consumer motor blew due to saddles that hold the rod cap in place wereover tightened.the rod came loose and went through the motor block, consumer wants someone else to look at the motor.air conditioner compressor failed.
Air conditioner evaporator odor. *sd
Air conditioner failed, emitting smoke.
The engine just dies.usually at a stop or slow down.probably 1x/month for the last 6 months.previously it just happened a couple of times last year.the frequency seems to be increasing.so far it has happened only with city driving.i do 90% city driving, but am becoming nervous about taking the car out on the freeway.our mechanic cannot find any history of these stalls on the car's computer.i have had problems with my isc valve ever since i've had the car. We need to replace the isc valve every year.toyota has paid for it, but it is annoying not to have this problem solved.
Power antenna failed. Mjs
Antenna mast failed.
Cassette player failed.
Digital clock failed.
Clock inoperative.
Antenna snapped.
Radio lights are not bright enough.
Power antenna was causing shortages in radio.dealer notified, and replacedantenna.at present, problem hasreoccurred. Consumer states the antenna does not contract in very cold weather, consumer feels this is a manufacturer problem.
Radio antenna replaced twice.
High beam light switch failed.
My headlights are very dim, fortunately i have not crashed at this point but i have swerved and at near accident situations. I cannot see in the dark and i am forced to use my high beams. Around summer of 2010, i crashed m y car on a curve going to san francisco, ca on highway 85. As i was about to curve i slowly went from 65 mph to 25 mph or a bit lower to curve correctly. My steering wheel locked and i was not able to curve appropriately so my car continued straight and hit the side of the curve (luckily it was blocked by a steel highway fence). I replaced the drivers door and front bumper with an awful off color paint job. I did not make a police report and i did not contact my insurance. I fixed my car and now i am afraid it might happen again. Property damage of my car was done. My window no longer works and my key entry is no longer functioning as well due to the crash.
While driving at approximately 40 mph felt a slight loss of power which was corrected byitself. A minute later,wheels locked up, and vehicle came to a stop. Transmission repair shop informed consumer thattransaxle cracked and it broke off where it was attached to the body.differential unit lockingwas torn up, andcenter support was wiped out. Transfer case also broke where it went onto the body. Dealer also stated that there was chunks of metal found from the differential drain plug.consumer had electrical problems with vehicle including starting problems.strut failure.key and lock problems.windshield wipers faulty.interior and brake light failure.
While driving at approximately 40 mph felt a slight loss of power which was corrected byitself. A minute later,wheels locked up, and vehicle came to a stop. Transmission repair shop informed consumer thattransaxle cracked and it broke off where it was attached to the body.differential unit lockingwas torn up, andcenter support was wiped out. Transfer case also broke where it went onto the body. Dealer also stated that there was chunks of metal found from the differential drain plug.consumer had electrical problems with vehicle including starting problems.strut failure.key and lock problems.windshield wipers faulty.interior and brake light failure.
When coming to a stop left rear brake light would fail to illuminate. Took vehicle to private mechanic, and could not find cause of problem.
Purchased car with 320 miles on it,the front rotor was cracked.consumer sttes when he purchased the vehicle he noticed the right headlight assembly was not right, the salesman had the service dept look at it and they said the bracket was broken ,consumer had his mechanic to inspect vehicle and it was determined that both front rotors were cracked.
Tail lights failed: check light bulbs - they're okay; warning light sometime goes on.
Nhtsa 96v037000.the plastic material of the bulb holders of the rear tail light assembly does not have sufficient heat resistance.when the bulb illuminated it would result in a high temperature that would potentially cause the bulb holder to deform.the consumer has experienced the same problem.*sc
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry.the contact went to his insurance company after hail damaged his vehicle.the insurance representative discovered nhtsa campaign id number's 96v037000 (exterior lighting:tail light) and 99v307000 (steering wheel and handle bar); however, the dealer stated that his vin was not included in the recalls.the current and failure mileages were 104,800.updated 09/15/08 updated 09/17/08.
96 v 0237 000/lighting:lamp or socket:tail light: consumer reporting inoperative tail light.dealer notified, and informedconsumer that vehicle vin# was not cover under the manufacturer recall. Feel free to provide any further information.
Turn signal failed.
Turn signal lamp failed.
The signal light of driver's rear side went out.
Left turn signal bulb blew out.
Turn signal light failed.
Indicator light flashing faster than usual.
Blinkers blink too fast causing them to short.
Turn signal failed, repaired wiring to the hazard switch, however continued to experience intermittent failure after repair.*mjs
Turn signal switch broke, preventing signal arm from returning to its original position. *sd
An independent mechanic every month or every other weekreplaced the driver's side rear tail light bulbs.dealer indicated there was a recall on this issue.however this vehicle was not included due to the vin .
Turn signal failed, repaired wiring to the hazard switch, however continued to experience intermittent failure after repair.*mjs
Idle problem.taken to mechanic twice. Have replaced isc valve at least once a year since 1996 (twice in 1997 and 1998),in thelast year car has stalledwhen slowing down tocomplete engine shutdown in middle of roadway.engine takes a few tries to start again.
Fuel system: for about the last year and a half, certain mornings my car wouldn\\'t start by simply turning the ignition; i had to try it the \\"old fashioned\\" way and depress the gas pedal several times prior to turning the ignition key. Power window: the driver side power window motor sounds like it is dying; it takes quite a long time for the window to open and close. Other: the driver side interior door handle just broke off in my hand four (4) weeks ago!!! please bear in mind that this car has less than 29,000 miles and is very well maintained. Something which has occurred over the last year or so is quite dangerous and i need to point this out because i, nor anyone i have spoken to has ever heard of such a thing. The black windshield wiper arm assembly (which attaches the windshield wiper to the motor), for some unknown reason, the black paint has "worn away", exposing a bright silver metal, which reflects the sun directly into my eyes.it isquite dangerous. Since i don't do a lot of driving and always wear sunglasses on sunny days, they has helped me somewhat. However, recently i was driving on a cloudy day when the sun did in fact come out while i was without sunglasses. This proved to be most dangerous as i managed to avoid at least one accident due to this condition..
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact stated that a gasoline odor was emitted from the rear of the vehicle even when the engine was shut of.the vehicle was not inspected for the failure or repaired. The failure mileage was 117,000 and the current mileage was 118,000.
Sudden acceleration.its like someone just floors the gas pedal when you don't have your foot isn't on it.
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
The idle speed control valve was replaced because the vehicle had difficulties starting.the problem still occurred and was replaced 7 more times.the consumer found information on a toyota report which indicated that the egr valve and the fuel pressure regulator were preventing the vehicle from starting. *scc *nlm
The automatic choke failed and the brakes and drums overheated and burned.
Engine automatic choke failed.
About ten minutes after turning the vehicle off the fuel pump relay continued to run.this caused the vehicle to be consumed by fire.the vehicle was totally destroyed but no one was injured by the incident.the manufacturer nor the dealer have been notified of the problem. *nlm
Fuel pump failed, causing vehicle to stall.
Noticed starting problem, then none of the electrical devices working, then while driving vehicle suddenly accelerated up to 25mph and down to 10mph.
Idle air control valve failed.
Vehicle failed to start due to fuel injection failure and failure of the spark plugs.*mjs
Start up fuel injection failed.
The idle speed control valve was defective, which made the vehicle difficult to start.
The idle speed control valve, was replaced at least 6 times.
The idle speed control valves on two 1996 toyota camry's sold in california, fail every 20,000 to 30,000 miles, and require replacement at a cost of approximately $425.00 per replacement.this is not normal wear in other cars solid in california. There have been three failures per car. *nlm
Car does not turn over at first start of the day.dealership (westchester toyota, ny) states fuel injectors need to be cleaned.dealership proceeded and cleaned the injector's yet the car still does not turn over.
Vehicle failed to start due to fuel injection failure and failure of the spark plugs.*mjs
#1 - discovered wind noise from an incomplete seal in right rear quarter glass of vehicle, one month after purchase. Took vehicle into del toyota(dealer), who said they resealed the window. Noise from said window continued, at higher speeds above 30mph.i took vehicle back into dealer one month later. This time, they said they replaced the weatherstrip around the window, that the "wind noise" had been caused by deformed weatherstrip.this was done while vehicle was under warranty, never to my satisfaction.condition exists today, 05/29/2002!!#2 - disc brakes were serviced by jerry's toyota in baltimore, after making a sticking noise right before the vehicle completely stopped.the dealer replaced the front pads, machined the rotors, and serviced the left front caliper after he found it sticking.this did not alleviate the problem with the brake noise, which continues today (05/29/2002) even after a second servicing! #3 -engine light came on, so i took the toyota camry into jerry's toyota for servicing.they cleaned carbon deposits from injectors, throttle plate valves and piston rings; said the problem was in the #3 cylinder.this happened a second time; i took the vehicle in for servicing.i am now waiting for either a third incident at $200. To fix, or if they replace any fuel injectors, these cost $200. Ea per part!!
Consumer was at gas station to fill her vehicle, as soon as she opened gas tank flames burst out. Very little fuel was left in tank , fire burned out quickly.had vehicle towed to dealer, who told her car was fine. Static had caused fire. Engine was shut off.
Gas gauge failed.
Gasoline leak from fuel tank neck. Brake fluid leak from metal line underneath the car.
Fuel gauge replaced. *sd
Owner states that the fuel return vavle is deffective and is causing problems,owner also notes that she had vavle replaced and the vehicle continues to jerk,dealers cannot locate problem,owner is concerned for her safety.
The vehicle experienced stalling/starting problems, which was caused by the egr valve, the fuel pressure regulator and the idle speed control valve, which were all replaced, the tires experienced uneven tire wear, the brakes failed, there were transmission, driveline and steering problems, the o-ring was replaced, and also the vehicle began to exhibit engine oil sludge.
Unintended acceleration. I was turning a corner with my foot slightly on the brake. Suddenly the car lunged ahead at a fast speed without me having my foot on the gas pedal. Then jumped a curb and flattened a stop sign. The car was then heading towards a chain-link fence surrounding a multitude of high electrical towers. I turned the wheel to my right and bounced down the curb onto the street. I was heading towards some lawn mower trailers. I had both feet on the brake pressing down as hard as i could, but the car did not slow down. Suddenly the engine died and the car stopped. Toyota towed the car in for inspection. They said they couldn't find anything wrong with it. I am afraid to drive it now and i am without a car. I checked the internet and saw that this unintended acceleration happened with many 1996 models. It was a terrifying experoence. I could have killed someone. There was a lawn crew working in the area at the time this occurred. Do i have any recourse? the date this happened was first mid-week in april, 2015. Thank you.
Several problems:faulty interior lighting,power antenna,brake noise,faulty power windows,main rear seal leak
All four interior door handles have failed making it impossible to exit the car without rolling down the windows.this is potentially dangerous in case of emergency.the left rear was first to fail at ~100k miles, the driver handle failed last at 139k miles.the local dealer offered a 10% discount on the repair, toyota of america customer satisfaction would offer anything better.
The drivers side door on the consumer's 1996 camry could not be opened from the inside nor the outside because the spring in the door lock assembly broke. A new door lock assembly was install by the dealer at the consumer's expense.
Door handles keep breaking on my 1996 toyota camry and cost $50 each time for used handles.
Power door locks engage to locking position independently and often continually while vehicle is in motion.was taken to toyota dealer a minimum of two times to be repaired.dealer detected a low voltage problem and replaced battery.door locks continue to self lock.dealer unable to get door locks to self initiate therefore diagnostic equipment unable to detect problem.dealer unwilling to do any more for owner.vehicle continues to engage locking mechanism while in use.transporting children is potentially dangerous if mechanism locks child/children inside.
Door lock failed.qcaw
The hood on the vehicle will not stay in the open position. Intermittently, it will come downwithout being shut by anyone. Vehicle not taken to a mechanic.
My headlights are very dim, fortunately i have not crashed at this point but i have swerved and at near accident situations. I cannot see in the dark and i am forced to use my high beams. Around summer of 2010, i crashed m y car on a curve going to san francisco, ca on highway 85. As i was about to curve i slowly went from 65 mph to 25 mph or a bit lower to curve correctly. My steering wheel locked and i was not able to curve appropriately so my car continued straight and hit the side of the curve (luckily it was blocked by a steel highway fence). I replaced the drivers door and front bumper with an awful off color paint job. I did not make a police report and i did not contact my insurance. I fixed my car and now i am afraid it might happen again. Property damage of my car was done. My window no longer works and my key entry is no longer functioning as well due to the crash.
The vehicle experienced stalling/starting problems, which was caused by the egr valve, the fuel pressure regulator and the idle speed control valve, which were all replaced, the tires experienced uneven tire wear, the brakes failed, there were transmission, driveline and steering problems, the o-ring was replaced, and also the vehicle began to exhibit engine oil sludge.
The engine just dies.usually at a stop or slow down.probably 1x/month for the last 6 months.previously it just happened a couple of times last year.the frequency seems to be increasing.so far it has happened only with city driving.i do 90% city driving, but am becoming nervous about taking the car out on the freeway.our mechanic cannot find any history of these stalls on the car's computer.i have had problems with my isc valve ever since i've had the car. We need to replace the isc valve every year.toyota has paid for it, but it is annoying not to have this problem solved.
Automatic transmission has had to be replaced twice because it failed.transmission fails to shift automatically shift gears properly. Engine mount broke and had to be replaced.
Vehicle bucks while driving.
There's a noise in the transmission above 63 mph.
Transmission slips whenapplying gear.also,consumer had transmission fluid checked,andproblem is still there. The failure always occurs after half hour of stop and go in town driving.
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
Mech said failure of neoprene washer caused trans failure
Transmission leaks.
Transmission fluid leak.
After depressing release button for gear shift, brakes fail.
While driving at approx. 65-70mph, when reaching across, console shift gear slightly touched or bumped against it,will move lever from drive into neutral.
While driving at approximately 40 mph felt a slight loss of power which was corrected byitself. A minute later,wheels locked up, and vehicle came to a stop. Transmission repair shop informed consumer thattransaxle cracked and it broke off where it was attached to the body.differential unit lockingwas torn up, andcenter support was wiped out. Transfer case also broke where it went onto the body. Dealer also stated that there was chunks of metal found from the differential drain plug.consumer had electrical problems with vehicle including starting problems.strut failure.key and lock problems.windshield wipers faulty.interior and brake light failure.
Shift solenoid failed two times.
The shifting of gears is extremely easy, while driving on the freeway at high speeds an accidental movement would readily cause a change in gears, (from drive to neutral). This condition is explained as being normal for this vehicle.
Transmission blew, causing torque converter burnt/clutches melted.
After purchasing car i had to replace brakes after 3 months, then told rotors were warped, now rear axle is faulty and calipers need to be replaced along with rotors/drums and brakes again.continual problems with front end shaking.this is true of both sides, left and right front.
1996toyota camry, 5-speed manualtrans,problem #1, there is an odd grinding noise coming from the engine compartment, took vehicle to dealer, said it was transaxle but that the problem couldn't be pinpointed until they took it apart. Took the vehicle to a tranmission place for second opinion and was told that there was no problem at all.i had the clutch replacedand the noise went away for a day or two but came back. I have no idea what this noise could be.
Believe manufacturer made defective parts enclosed in wheel bearing assembly-left rear wheel making noise from bearing, both are leaking grease-premature failure.
Several problems:faulty interior lighting,power antenna,brake noise,faulty power windows,main rear seal leak
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
While driving at approximately 40 mph felt a slight loss of power which was corrected byitself. A minute later,wheels locked up, and vehicle came to a stop. Transmission repair shop informed consumer thattransaxle cracked and it broke off where it was attached to the body.differential unit lockingwas torn up, andcenter support was wiped out. Transfer case also broke where it went onto the body. Dealer also stated that there was chunks of metal found from the differential drain plug.consumer had electrical problems with vehicle including starting problems.strut failure.key and lock problems.windshield wipers faulty.interior and brake light failure.
Seat belts failed several times.
Was involved in a traffic accident where vehicle was at a complete stop waiting to exit freeway: backup on freeway exit, was rear ended at high speed by another vehicle. Causing chain reaction crash, vehicle was sandwiched between two vehicles. Vehicle flooring became deformed which may have contributed todriver's seat collapsing and most importantly for the seat belt to fail causing me to bang my face into the steering wheel. I found the seat belt was unbuckled after the crash. Airbags did deploy.
Whenever driving vehicle, seat belts would creep up around the neck area. When depressing the release button, it would not release until its unsnapped by seating area.
Seat belt failed.
1996 toyota camry's driver side seat belt failed.*mrthe belt failed after only 42000 miles.the manufacturer refused to replace the belt for free because the seat belt's were only warranted for five years or 60000 miles.
No deployment of air bag during collision & seat belt did not restrain properly, resulting in chest injuries.538159 dupe of 825226.
Front seat belt designed to lock under certain conditions due to child seat requirements, however is annoying to other occupants.
Seat belt failed.
Seat belt retractor lubricated due to seat belt catching. *sd
After a front impact accident,all of the seat belts on the vehicle disconnected or unbuckled. Both air bags deployed.
Consumer states that driver's side seat belt does not unlock. Dealer notified.
Consumer stated the seat belt retractors do not release from tracting mechanism, causing seat belts to become inoperable. *jg
Driver's seat belt would not retract.
Seat belt retractor inoperative. *sd
Passenger lap/shoulder belt will overretract and cannot get out of the seat belt.
Seatbelt retractors in the vehicle don't work properly. Sometimes belt doesn't retract all the way or sometimes it won't retract at all. Consumer feels this is unsafe it may not properly restrain in an accident.
Metal tab on right rear shoulder/lap belt twisted, difficult to fasten, belts not flush againt occupants chest, in a reverse like position, could cause injury.
Placing a child seat in the middle of the rear seat and belting it in does not secure the child seat from tipping or moving laterally.owner states that her vehicle's rear center seat belt emerges about two feet wider than in most vehicles.
Driver 's side seat moves, the anchor is loose when going around a curve.
Seat slide/track failed. Mjs
During an accident on 10/15/01 my driver side seat broke and my airbag did not deploy.
Was involved in a traffic accident where vehicle was at a complete stop waiting to exit freeway: backup on freeway exit, was rear ended at high speed by another vehicle. Causing chain reaction crash, vehicle was sandwiched between two vehicles. Vehicle flooring became deformed which may have contributed todriver's seat collapsing and most importantly for the seat belt to fail causing me to bang my face into the steering wheel. I found the seat belt was unbuckled after the crash. Airbags did deploy.
Manually adjusting drivers seat will move forward & backward whilevehicle is in operation, andconsumer appliesbraking system. Consumer statesthat there could possibly be some components of seat that are loose and causing this noticable movement ofseat. Dealership has not examinedvehicle,and are going to hold the consumer responsible for any examination/repair relating to this problem.please provide any additional information/attachments.
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
During a car crash driver's seat fully reclined, and was unable to pull back into the right position.*jg
The automatic choke failed and the brakes and drums overheated and burned.
Brakes failed.
While brakingat 20 mph brake pedal locked up.vehicle swerved into the next lane, causing an oncoming vehicle to hit iton front right hand side. Dealership mechanic was notified, but the problem was not resolved.
While braking a grinding noise begins experienced with extended stopping distances, replaced pads and rotors however continues to experience same difficulties.
The engine just dies.usually at a stop or slow down.probably 1x/month for the last 6 months.previously it just happened a couple of times last year.the frequency seems to be increasing.so far it has happened only with city driving.i do 90% city driving, but am becoming nervous about taking the car out on the freeway.our mechanic cannot find any history of these stalls on the car's computer.i have had problems with my isc valve ever since i've had the car. We need to replace the isc valve every year.toyota has paid for it, but it is annoying not to have this problem solved.
Brakes grab when stopping and makes an excessive amount of noise. A visual inspection showed no failure.
S10 appropriate handling re toyota safety recall for sudden acceleration. *tgwduring the months of may through july 2009, the consumer experienced problems with the brakes. Off and on, the brake pedal would go all the way to the floor. The vehicle would not stop, until the ignition was turned off. There was a strange odor coming from under the hood. However, the consumer was able to control the vehicle. It would generally happen when attempting a routine stop. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop, but they couldn't find anything wrong with the vehicle. Then on august 19, 2009, the vehicle suddenly accelerated; the brakes did not work and the vehicle was accelerating at a high rate of speed. As the consumer desperately shifted from neutral, second and third gear, she was unable to control the vehicle. She was able to weave in between cars as there was no place for her to pull over without crashing.she put on her hazard lights and beeped the horn to warn other drivers. She then swung into a wide parking lot entrance and slammed the gear into park and came to an abrupt halt.
The vehicle experienced stalling/starting problems, which was caused by the egr valve, the fuel pressure regulator and the idle speed control valve, which were all replaced, the tires experienced uneven tire wear, the brakes failed, there were transmission, driveline and steering problems, the o-ring was replaced, and also the vehicle began to exhibit engine oil sludge.
When abs brakes are engaged they fail to work.was driving down a road going about 20 mph on snow coverd road.brakes was applied, grinding noise and vibration in the pedal was experienced-the brakes failed to stop the vehicle adequately, it took about 40 feet to stop going at 20mph.this does not happen when abs is not active.
When applying the brakes during high speed , there was grinding noise and thebrakes completely locked up, causing the vehicle to spin out of control which resulted in a crash.manufacturer was contacted about the crash. Vehicle has not been repaired.
8/2003 bought car. At 75.000 miles, freeze plugs started to go. One after the other. Leaving me stranded many times. After we replaced the freeze plugs, 76.000 miles the car started dumping its coolant through the overflow tank.. Could not get answers from phillips toyota. Started loosing oil. The obd light has never come on. The car runs quite and smooth. Made several attempts to take care of this problem with the corporation, but they will not help. Also, the brakes have always made loud noises, and the cruise control has a mind of its own. Car has now, 130000 miles on it, and all i can do, is add water every 25 miles or so. None of the shops we have taken it to can tell us what the problem is. Can you help me please.
Antilock brakes locked up, causing accident.
Poor abs brake performance during hard panic stops,a vibration and grinding noise is experienced.
When applyingbrakespedal went tofloor, resulting in extended stopping distance, and causing a collision.vehiclewas being repaired by an independent mechanic.
While drivingwheels lock up, causing the vehicle to skid and have a crash.please provide further information and vin#.
Driving the vehicle out of a parking lot and was going down a hill, applied foot to the brake pedal and the vehicle went out of control and hit a tree.
Whenever the brakes were applied,abs system would lock up.when this had happened, vehcle skidded & hit a pole.problem was intermittent. No injuries. Vehicle had been totaled.
While driving and trying to make a stopby applying the brakes, vehicle grinds/ squeaks, and there isextended stopping distance.
Vehicle was in a crash due to brake failure. It was raining, pedal went to the floor and vehicle was going down hill.
When applying the abs brakes the system will fail,causing extended stopping distance which could result inanaccident.please add further details.
The consumer has been experiencing problems with anti-lock brakes.when the consumer applies their brakes, it makes noise, and at times the brakes go to the floorboard.the manufacturer has not been contacted.
Brakes failed.
Poor brake performance.
Brakes failed.
Consumer hears a clunking noise when the vehicle is stopped, placed in reverse, placed in drive and while braking.nlm
Brake system failure.
Brakes failed, causing grinding noise.
Consumer feels their is a design problem with the braking system, resulting in the brakes not stopping the vehicle and making grinding noise.
Brakes grind when applied due to design flaw..
While braking a grinding noise begins experienced with extended stopping distances, replaced pads and rotors however continues to experience same difficulties.
Brakes grabbing.
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
Brakes locked up when applied, caused accident, hit steele pole; dual airbags did not deploy.
Brakes make grinding noise and pedal goes to the floor.
Brakes failed resulting in collision.
Poor brake performance,when the brakes were applied in panic situations, they did not respond immediately, causing extended stopping distance, resulting in an accident.
Consumer states that the brakes make a loud clucking noisewhen operated from forward to reverse or reverse to forward gears.
Brakes failed.
Front brakes make grinding noise when braking.
When attempting to quickly stop at high speeds (50+ mph), the front brakes groan/grind and vibrate. This increases stopping distance by a factor of 2 and is unsafe. Pads and rotors where replaced by dealer at my cost but the problem still occurs. Tsbbr002-96 describes the problem but did not help. I believe this is a design flaw with potential of serious injury.
Front brake noise.
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
When attempting to quickly stop at high speeds (50+ mph), the front brakes groan/grind and vibrate. This increases stopping distance by a factor of 2 and is unsafe. Pads and rotors where replaced by dealer at my cost but the problem still occurs. Tsbbr002-96 describes the problem but did not help. I believe this is a design flaw with potential of serious injury.
Brakes will make squeaking and grinding noise when applyingbrakes.
After purchasing car i had to replace brakes after 3 months, then told rotors were warped, now rear axle is faulty and calipers need to be replaced along with rotors/drums and brakes again.continual problems with front end shaking.this is true of both sides, left and right front.
Front pads and discs failed.
I own a 1996 camry v6 le with 4-wheel disk brakes, and its current mileage is close to 90,000 miles.i have never worn out the front disk pads, while i have replaced the rear pads a few times.toyota says it's my gentle driving style that causes the unusual wear.i say that the proportioning valve set at the factory is mis-set, but it takes special tools to change and no one has these tools, so i can't prove my point.the big question to me:is my car stopping with two brakes or 4 brakes, as it was designed to do?
Brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision due to worn pads.
On the date of failure, during a routine visit to a toyota shop, my front brake pads were measured to be 8mm.since that time, and with toyota techs taking the measurements, their size has not reduced more than 0.5 mm. Since the rear pads seem to be wearing at a quicker-than-expected rate (they were 10mm new, 6mm on the above date and 3.5mm currently), i am concluding that the front brakes are not being employed properly, and this condition is putting me and my passengers at a great safety risk.i have taken the car to two toyota shops, and have had their district service manager involved, but toyota claims that the brakes are good because the line pressure readings are within specifications.i have not witnessed these tests nor have they told me what the readings should be, so i can't be sure that the tests were performed. They have not attempted a repair, and won't do so, because "there is nothing wrong" and if there was, it's not related to the warranty.they tell me that i just have very good brakes.they will not address how the brakes can be working, but not wearing.since i have had them inspect the brakes at least three times, i have paid for at least one inspection, they have told me to take my complaint to arbitration in accordance with the warranty.i do not understand how the toyota people can tell me that the front brakes are functioning correctly without showing any wear.they work by wearing. I believe that toyota should be required to repair or replace brake system components, under warranty, until my brakes are working properly, that is, the front brakes are doing most of the stoppin, as they should.
Front brake pads are prematurely wearing out, cause unknown.please give any further details.
While braking a grinding noise begins experienced with extended stopping distances, replaced pads and rotors however continues to experience same difficulties.
Brake pads failed resulting in noise.
Purchased car with 320 miles on it,the front rotor was cracked.consumer sttes when he purchased the vehicle he noticed the right headlight assembly was not right, the salesman had the service dept look at it and they said the bracket was broken ,consumer had his mechanic to inspect vehicle and it was determined that both front rotors were cracked.
Brake rotors failed.
After purchasing car i had to replace brakes after 3 months, then told rotors were warped, now rear axle is faulty and calipers need to be replaced along with rotors/drums and brakes again.continual problems with front end shaking.this is true of both sides, left and right front.
Gasoline leak from fuel tank neck. Brake fluid leak from metal line underneath the car.
Master cylinder failed.
While driving at 35 mph vehicle lost brake and steering power. This occurred because the timing belt jumped, and the engine seized up because ofan oil jellying problem in the engine,per dealership.
My headlights are very dim, fortunately i have not crashed at this point but i have swerved and at near accident situations. I cannot see in the dark and i am forced to use my high beams. Around summer of 2010, i crashed m y car on a curve going to san francisco, ca on highway 85. As i was about to curve i slowly went from 65 mph to 25 mph or a bit lower to curve correctly. My steering wheel locked and i was not able to curve appropriately so my car continued straight and hit the side of the curve (luckily it was blocked by a steel highway fence). I replaced the drivers door and front bumper with an awful off color paint job. I did not make a police report and i did not contact my insurance. I fixed my car and now i am afraid it might happen again. Property damage of my car was done. My window no longer works and my key entry is no longer functioning as well due to the crash.
The engine just dies.usually at a stop or slow down.probably 1x/month for the last 6 months.previously it just happened a couple of times last year.the frequency seems to be increasing.so far it has happened only with city driving.i do 90% city driving, but am becoming nervous about taking the car out on the freeway.our mechanic cannot find any history of these stalls on the car's computer.i have had problems with my isc valve ever since i've had the car. We need to replace the isc valve every year.toyota has paid for it, but it is annoying not to have this problem solved.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact stated that when attempting to turn the vehicle, the steering wheel would seize in the turned position without warning. The contact stated that excessive force was required in order to maneuver the vehicle when it seized. In addition, the speedometer failed to provide accurate reading levels. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
This is a repair shop in the bethesda maryland area and the customers car is a 1996 toyota camry station wagon.the car has approx. 135,000 miles.we did major repairs to the car includes replace lower ball joints and right front axle.the customer called and said the right front wheel folded under the car.we had car towed to shop and found the castle retainer nut for the right outer tiewas completely missing and the tie rod end came out of steering knuckle.the cotter key was still inside of the hole, which indicated the nut did not unthread but came apart- i went back where the car was towed from but could not find any part of the castle nut.we replaced both outer tie rod ends for safety and did four wheel alignment at no charge to customer.we found no cracks or problemswith the castle nut from the other side, but both outer tie rod ends came with new castle nuts.we are filing the problem to see if any other camry problems like this has been reported , at customers request.
The vehicle experienced stalling/starting problems, which was caused by the egr valve, the fuel pressure regulator and the idle speed control valve, which were all replaced, the tires experienced uneven tire wear, the brakes failed, there were transmission, driveline and steering problems, the o-ring was replaced, and also the vehicle began to exhibit engine oil sludge.
In approx june of 2002 my timing belt had to be replaced i now appear to have the oil gelling problem. Approx may 2003 i got out of the car to pump gas and the door will not open on the driver side. Approx august 2003 i began noticing if driving on the highway and i apply my brakes my whole car begins shaking.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry xle. The contact was driving 15 mph when the vehicle exhibited an abnormal noise from the rear, similar to a thump. The steering then became difficult and the contact began having difficulties steering the vehicle straight. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer advised that the sway bar and front end suspension failed. In addition, the springs and struts were fractured, an oil leak was discovered and the dealer recommended a front end alignment. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 127,510 and the current mileage was 127,555.
The steering sucks ive tried everything but nothing it still drives my sucks
My car has 135,000 miles on it and i was recently noticing that it would run hard and not switch gears as smoothly as it once had.i took it in to a toyota dealership to be evaluated and was told it had sludge in my engine probably due to infrequent oil changesi was then informed by theservice advisor that it needed a new engine and that it would cost approximately $5000-$6000.i informed the advisor that i always had my oil changed as per the owner?s manual, and i requested a written estimate as to the exact details that formed the basis for this price quote. I was ultimately denied that information.the gentleman told me he would call me back and/or fax it to me, after which i received nothing. I called again, got his supervisor instead of the service advisor, and he explained that engine sludge was the diagnosis and that i could not get a written estimate because the exact parts needed could not be determined. He stated he would have to have someone look further into the engine's problem to give me the estimate in writing.i asked why this hadn't been done prior to the completion of the diagnosis that i ordered, and he then began stammering and informed me that he didn't have my file in front of him and he could call me back after looking into it further. He then proceeded to ask me if i was really willing to pay that much for an engine?.when i asked what my other alternatives were, he offered to transfer me to a salesman!i never received any further phone calls.it has been my experience that if i am not willing to buy a new vehicle, the level of service i receive decreases dramatically.i have since taken my car to another independent shop to have it repaired, where i have been able to get an explanation both in writing and by the advisor in conversation as to what exactly is wrongand what exactly needs to be fixed.
Steering wheel is very hard to maneuver, only in wet conditions is steering normal. Dealer is aware, and will only repair under rainy conditions.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. While the contact was driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle began to vibrate. The failure stopped after driving 5 miles. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician was unable to duplicate the problem. The failure and current mileages were 63,000.
Steering has a dead spot also wheel does not return after making a turn.
The steering wheel is locking as i'm driving...very difficult to turn with a smooth action...my mechanic had another toyota in the shop with the same complaint! *nlm
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry.the contact went to his insurance company after hail damaged his vehicle.the insurance representative discovered nhtsa campaign id number's 96v037000 (exterior lighting:tail light) and 99v307000 (steering wheel and handle bar); however, the dealer stated that his vin was not included in the recalls.the current and failure mileages were 104,800.updated 09/15/08 updated 09/17/08.
Grinding noise in steering wheel when turning left.
Consumer was driving under normal operation, driving 65 mph or lower,turned the steering wheel to the right and the consumer lost control.the vehicle skidded, causing an accident.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to notification. (99v-307) *mjs
Steering wheel came offwhile traveling 72 mph. The only thing that was attached were the wires. No injuries. Consumer had no control of vehicle, but was able to pump the brakes to getvehicle under control.
Wheels or steering locked, causing vehicle to pull off the road, causing vehicle to roll over.(qcaw)
Misalignment, causing vehicle to drift to left/right, also steering wheel croocked and replaced front tires.
Alarm system computer port failed.
Power steering failure on 1996 toyota camry.*mr while driving, the consumer loss control of the vehicle which was due to failure of the power steering..the timing belt and radiator hose were replaced.
Consumer was driving and couldn't steer the car , please describe.
1996 toyota camry power steering failure.*mrpower steering failed while driving on a busy highway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the power steering was repaired for $1398.56, in which the consumer wanted to be reimbursed. Toyota was informed of this and declined the consumer for reimbursement due to expiration of warranty.*ph
While driving at 35 mph vehicle lost brake and steering power. This occurred because the timing belt jumped, and the engine seized up because ofan oil jellying problem in the engine,per dealership.
Power steering noise. *sd
No summary listed for above vehicle.
The vehicle experienced sudden failure of the power steering while driving.*ph
Power steering rack & pinion gear and high pressure power steering hose begain to leak at about 70,000 miles.dealer said these items need to be replaced.now toyota has issued a new part number for the power steering gear, which leads me to believe they realized there was a problem with the original part.70,000 is way to early for such a failure.the repair is very costly.parts alone for the repair are about $1400. The manufacturer should compensate.
Vehicle experienced sudden failure of power steering.*mr while driving across the highway the consumer had tostruggle to maintain control of the vehicle.
Steering pump bolt on bracket repaired. *sd
Power steering pump failed.
- the contact called regarding the 1996 toyota camry.the contact stated that during a routine oil change the mechanic discovered a sticky substance around the valve cover gasket. The mechanicdiagnosed the vehicle as needing a new engine.the contact believed thiswas a safety defect.the failure mileage was 140,578.the power steering pump was re-sealed, the timing belt and axle seals were replaced. Updated 04/12/07.
My wife, vardhani murty, was driving on interstate highway under normal conditions, hit an unevenspot on the road, and the car swerved violently right to left and left to right a few times and remained stuck pulling right, was hit by an 18 wheeler on leftrear side, stopped by guard rail; suffered injuries and fractures
Rack & pinion steering should not have failed at 70,000 mile - no warranty compensation.
Dealer service reps says to replace entire rack & pinion steering gear.
Car has been maintained at dealerships per toyota's schedule; never been in an accident.73,000 is too early for the rack and pinion to have an internal leak.car has been well-maintained an never in an accident.cost to repair the r&p $1500, company agreed to adjust it by $241. Black tar like substance leaking out of back doors. Don't know if it can be repaired.
Rack and pinion failed causing leak.
Power steering rack & pinion gear and high pressure power steering hose begain to leak at about 70,000 miles.dealer said these items need to be replaced.now toyota has issued a new part number for the power steering gear, which leads me to believe they realized there was a problem with the original part.70,000 is way to early for such a failure.the repair is very costly.parts alone for the repair are about $1400. The manufacturer should compensate.
The vehicle experienced stalling/starting problems, which was caused by the egr valve, the fuel pressure regulator and the idle speed control valve, which were all replaced, the tires experienced uneven tire wear, the brakes failed, there were transmission, driveline and steering problems, the o-ring was replaced, and also the vehicle began to exhibit engine oil sludge.
All four interior door handles have failed making it impossible to exit the car without rolling down the windows.this is potentially dangerous in case of emergency.the left rear was first to fail at ~100k miles, the driver handle failed last at 139k miles.the local dealer offered a 10% discount on the repair, toyota of america customer satisfaction would offer anything better.
Center console had a slash in it.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact stated that both front driver and passenger side exterior door handles fractured into pieces. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect and they informed there was not a recall related to the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 166,000.
There is a life electrical current running through the door,and the owner suffered a real badshock, and now cannot not use his hand as well.
Support for roof rack is poorly installed.
1.) the black paint on the windshield wipers has worn off, exposing a bright metallic surface which reflects sunlight directly into the driver's eyes.; 2.) having only 37,000 miles on the vehicle, the exhuast system is in need of replacement!!!
Plastic panels and bumpers are cheaply molded/unsafe.
Molded bumpers.
Door seals failed.
Door will not close.
Dt*:the contact stated that there are triangular panels in each door that continue to detach from the vehicle.the contact expressed concern that since the panels are only held on by clips, the panels may detach and could become airborne inside the vehicle.the contact expressed that it would be better if they were screwed on.the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where bondo was applied to the front panel.when the vehicle was taken to the dealer, the dealer was unwilling to provide a remedy to the problem.updated 7/25/2006 - the door panel was replaced at the owners expense.
Under carriage of all four doors corroded. *dsh
Interior door handle on drivers side has broke off, making it impossible to rapidly exit the car. Passenger side has cracks and spring has worn through. This car is driven by 48 y/o women (my wife). My concern is that in an accident, there would be no way to get out without jamming a screwdriver in it, or rolling down the window and opening from the outside. The fact that both sides are failing leads me to believe that it is a manufacturing defect. Since the oneplastic piece costs $33.00, i will probably look for one in the junk yard, (which may also have prematurely aged). We live in florida so perhaps the u/v rays contribute to its demise. Nonetheless it is creating an unsafe situation and i couldn't possibly be the only one with this problem. Thank you.
Both passenger doors have a glue sticky substance that is leaking from the weather stripping inside the door.a dealership looked at it and told me it would cost $60.00 per door to fix.it seems to me that if this problem has happened often then there sound like a defective problem in the weather stripping or some other component within the door.the problem started occuring around nov. 1997 almost two years after the car was bought new.can you help me in this problem?thank you for your time.
Inside driver's sidedoor will not open . Dealer has been notified.
Passenger side exterior door handle cracked . Handle was rarely used.two months later, driver side exterior handle cracked.the part cost over $90, installation about $90.total for 2 handles almost $400.i'm the only driver of the car, 55 yrs old, take very good care of it.
Air leaks around both front doors.
While driving at approximately 40 mph felt a slight loss of power which was corrected byitself. A minute later,wheels locked up, and vehicle came to a stop. Transmission repair shop informed consumer thattransaxle cracked and it broke off where it was attached to the body.differential unit lockingwas torn up, andcenter support was wiped out. Transfer case also broke where it went onto the body. Dealer also stated that there was chunks of metal found from the differential drain plug.consumer had electrical problems with vehicle including starting problems.strut failure.key and lock problems.windshield wipers faulty.interior and brake light failure.
Both the left and right rear doors have a gluey sticky substance that is leaking from the door.it is leaking all around the inside frame and has melted the molding on the actual black car molding that is part of the car. If you touch any part of the door or frame, the black substance sticks to you.local dealer unwilling to fix it. Seems like a defect to me. Has been this way since march 2000.
Driver/passenger door handles came off the vehicle on two different occasions.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Dt*:the contact stated the outer driver side door handle detached.the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the handle assembly was replaced.also, the two front and the rear passenger inner door handles fractured.these doors can only be opened with the outer handles.the vehicle has not been inspected by a mechanic for this problem.
Front driver and rear passengerplastic doors knobhandle broke.passenger side won't open from outside, and driver's side won't open from inside.
In a normal windy day or mild windtrunk will fall down hard and easily.the consumer was told by the dealer that the aftermarket spoiler is too heavy causingthe trunk lid to fall easily, on several occasions the lid has fallen on the consumers head while reaching into the trunk on a windy day.nlm
Trunk lid fell on consumer's back causing injury, the lid design allows for the lid to fall easily.
8/2003 bought car. At 75.000 miles, freeze plugs started to go. One after the other. Leaving me stranded many times. After we replaced the freeze plugs, 76.000 miles the car started dumping its coolant through the overflow tank.. Could not get answers from phillips toyota. Started loosing oil. The obd light has never come on. The car runs quite and smooth. Made several attempts to take care of this problem with the corporation, but they will not help. Also, the brakes have always made loud noises, and the cruise control has a mind of its own. Car has now, 130000 miles on it, and all i can do, is add water every 25 miles or so. None of the shops we have taken it to can tell us what the problem is. Can you help me please.
Rust on the rear underbody of the vehicle.
Our 1996 camry was rearended on 8-12-97. The insurance company totaled at first then said it had to be repaired. We rejected the car due to the unsafe condition. I was forced by auction to go pick up car. (11000 dollars later) i towed it home. I also towed it to get an estimate from another toyota dealer. (that was 3000 more dollars of work) after paying for this car for 1 year and not being able to drive it we turned it in. (repossesed) toyota motor credit was notified of the work it needed. They auctioned it and now some unknowing person is operating that car. The car is very unsafe, i have written everyone i can think of about this and no one seems to care. If you can give me any help on this matter it would be greatly appreciated. Randy mitchell 102 bermuda ln.moyock nc 27958 919-435-6826
The vehicle experienced stalling/starting problems, which was caused by the egr valve, the fuel pressure regulator and the idle speed control valve, which were all replaced, the tires experienced uneven tire wear, the brakes failed, there were transmission, driveline and steering problems, the o-ring was replaced, and also the vehicle began to exhibit engine oil sludge.
The steering sucks ive tried everything but nothing it still drives my sucks
Misalignment, causing vehicle to drift to left/right, also steering wheel croocked and replaced front tires.
The front end of the vehicle vibrates when reaching a speed above 55 mph, also on highway driving the vehicle pulls to right and/or left at times, dealership indicates no problem, because they will only test the vehicle on side roads, as opposed to highway driving which is what i bought the car for.the cruise control when engaged, if you hit the brakes, while the tires are still torqued makes an extremely loud bang, and the vehicle at times tends to speed up then slow down.
Vehicle misaligned.
Misalignment of front end, causing vehicle to pull. *sd
When making a left or right turn the vehicle severely pulls to the right. Cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Leased vehicle. Vehicle veers to the left then at about 500 ft it shoots violently to the right. This is an ongoing problem.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry xle. The contact was driving 15 mph when the vehicle exhibited an abnormal noise from the rear, similar to a thump. The steering then became difficult and the contact began having difficulties steering the vehicle straight. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer advised that the sway bar and front end suspension failed. In addition, the springs and struts were fractured, an oil leak was discovered and the dealer recommended a front end alignment. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 127,510 and the current mileage was 127,555.
While driving, experienced front suspension instability, when vehicle wanders uncontrollably to extreme left, dlr has realigned front suspension several times, and replaced many parts, problem persists.
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
While driving, experiences front suspension instability when vehicle wanders uncontrollably to extreme left, dlr has realigned several times, and replaced many parts, problem persists.
While driving 55 mph, the consumer lost steering control of the vehicle, when that occurred, the consumer applied the brakes, which caused the vehicle to spin around.the vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the consumer thatthe front control arm had snapped. *ph
Front strut assembly failed.
While driving at approximately 40 mph felt a slight loss of power which was corrected byitself. A minute later,wheels locked up, and vehicle came to a stop. Transmission repair shop informed consumer thattransaxle cracked and it broke off where it was attached to the body.differential unit lockingwas torn up, andcenter support was wiped out. Transfer case also broke where it went onto the body. Dealer also stated that there was chunks of metal found from the differential drain plug.consumer had electrical problems with vehicle including starting problems.strut failure.key and lock problems.windshield wipers faulty.interior and brake light failure.
Shocks and pads failed.
Design defect in front end suspension, eliminates camber adjustment, cannot bring alignment spec to legal requirements.
Vehicle's coil spring broke and punctured the tire. *mr when the consumer was in the parking lot, the coil spring suddenly broke and punctured the tire resulting in a blowout. *sc
Front left coil spring broke and fellonto the road, which could causeloss of vehicle control.
Left side front endcoil spring broke while getting intoparked vehicle.manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that the vehicle was out of its warranty, and not covered under a manufacturer'srecall. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
The front coil spring snapped and punctured the front driver tire.
The front driver side suspension coil spring snapped while driving in reverse to move out of a parking space and fractured the end of the spring and scored the tire wall. *nlmthe microscopic observation of the fractured surface showed dark crystals embedded in the steel. *sccthe air conditioner did not blow cold air, the dealer replaced the condensor and receiver dryer
The consumer stated when his daughter pulled into a parking lot,the front coil spring broke causing a blow out on the front passenger tire.
Consumer was parked indriveway getting ready to back upand front spring coil popped throughtire ondriver's front side.consumer didn't have any signs driving home from work.tire was taken off, and what was left had a big blotch inmetal. It was broken in half, only top part was attached to vehicle.vehicle was towed todealer, andwarranty coverage was for 36,000 miles.
While backing out of driveway vehicle's left front coil spring broke, and went through left front tire, andtire deflated.consumer stated vehicle was hard to steer temporarily. Consumer felt this wasunsafe because it could happen onfreeway.consumer has not contacted dealer. Please provide any furthur information.
Left rear wheel is making a noise and leaking oil. Right side is leaking oil also, but is not making noise.consumer feels wheel may come off.dealer replaced the hub and bearing that was making noise.*ml
When vehicle accelerates or stops the back area moves forward and backwards. The dealer has been notified.
Our 1996 camry was rearended on 8-12-97. The insurance company totaled at first then said it had to be repaired. We rejected the car due to the unsafe condition. I was forced by auction to go pick up car. (11000 dollars later) i towed it home. I also towed it to get an estimate from another toyota dealer. (that was 3000 more dollars of work) after paying for this car for 1 year and not being able to drive it we turned it in. (repossesed) toyota motor credit was notified of the work it needed. They auctioned it and now some unknowing person is operating that car. The car is very unsafe, i have written everyone i can think of about this and no one seems to care. If you can give me any help on this matter it would be greatly appreciated. Randy mitchell 102 bermuda ln.moyock nc 27958 919-435-6826
Shocks and pads failed.
My car has 135,000 miles on it and i was recently noticing that it would run hard and not switch gears as smoothly as it once had.i took it in to a toyota dealership to be evaluated and was told it had sludge in my engine probably due to infrequent oil changesi was then informed by theservice advisor that it needed a new engine and that it would cost approximately $5000-$6000.i informed the advisor that i always had my oil changed as per the owner?s manual, and i requested a written estimate as to the exact details that formed the basis for this price quote. I was ultimately denied that information.the gentleman told me he would call me back and/or fax it to me, after which i received nothing. I called again, got his supervisor instead of the service advisor, and he explained that engine sludge was the diagnosis and that i could not get a written estimate because the exact parts needed could not be determined. He stated he would have to have someone look further into the engine's problem to give me the estimate in writing.i asked why this hadn't been done prior to the completion of the diagnosis that i ordered, and he then began stammering and informed me that he didn't have my file in front of him and he could call me back after looking into it further. He then proceeded to ask me if i was really willing to pay that much for an engine?.when i asked what my other alternatives were, he offered to transfer me to a salesman!i never received any further phone calls.it has been my experience that if i am not willing to buy a new vehicle, the level of service i receive decreases dramatically.i have since taken my car to another independent shop to have it repaired, where i have been able to get an explanation both in writing and by the advisor in conversation as to what exactly is wrongand what exactly needs to be fixed.
Uneven tire wear.
First car pulled to the left after rear tires was put on front then vehicle pulled to the right.
Tread separated from tire (dot number: w2rw aka 3tiresize: p195 70r14)
When the vehicle was purchased ten months ago it had four new tires.the consumer had to replace the tires about a month ago.consumer stated that vehicle was wearing out the tires too fast.
Goodyear tire , size 195/70x14, causing interior noise.
The left front dunlop daytona tire failed and caused an accident, which also caused property damage and injury.
Firestone tire experienced blowout.
Bought 2 tires on 3/4/2002 from ntb; neither has the dot tire grading information on them.sent picture to george gillespie in nhtsa.at his request went back to ntb and looked at display tire; it was a different size but it also did not have the gradings on it. No safety defect listed.
First car pulled to the left after rear tires was put on front then vehicle pulled to the right.
Tire experienced a blowout prior to recall notice, consumer request reimbursement.nlm
1. Idle speed control valve failed causing cold start problem ( very low rpm or engine dies). Toyota of cerritos claimed there is a defect on the valve it self. Toyota keep suppling them with old/defective valve for service. Per service manager, if toyota keeps doing this, there is nothing they can do to fix this problem, it will happen again. Toyota customer service is not aware of such a problem. 2. Tires were cupped at 20000 miles under normal surface street and freeway driving. Goodyear claimed its not under warranty. ( dot number: m6rw tire size: p195/70r14 )
Tires failed.(goodyear invicta- tire size 195-70-r14).
Misalignment, causing vehicle to drift to left/right, also steering wheel croocked and replaced front tires.
Upon starting vehicle at idle speed, the control valve sticks.this problem has been examined by dealership, and consumer has been told that this was normal.brakes experience grinding, squeaking, and vibration, rotors were warped and brake pads were glazed, brakes have been replaced, however problem continues.consumer states there is a suspension problem that is causing uneven tire wear.vehicle experiences several engine related problems, motor mounts were weak causing steering wheel vibration, 16 valve seals came apart due to being installed incorrectly, water pump leaked, timing belt failed, valve cover leaked, and cam seal was replaced.vehicle experienced transmission related problems, right outer axle boot was split and leaking grease, cv boots failed twice, shifter was hard and was making noises, dealer found the shifter lever plate was broken, transmission pan gasket was replaced, there was a clunking noise in the rear when going in reverse.the car jack was missing from the trunk and the antenna was inoperable.dealer found an open circuit in the battery.consumer noticed a rattling noise under the right front seat, dealer secured seat slide adjuster hook, temperature gauge did not work properly.overdrive light was inoperable.vehicle has experienced several fuel related problems, the egr valve assembly, egr modulator, idler control valve, idle air speed control, distributor o-ring, idler bearing, isc valve, and vacuum switching valve have all been replaced, blue smoke was coming out of the exhaust, dealer cleaned the throttle body, fuel injection, and recalibrated the fuel sensor, vehicle was running rough and stalling due to faulty egr vacuum modulator, dealer stated that the valve would default if there was too much oil added, the valve is too small so it will stick or become clogged up with carbon build up.
Good year regatta tires (p195/70/r14) are very unsafe, causing difficulty in controling at high speeds on freeways and highways with ribbed-concrete pavement.
Tires wear prematurely.
When it rains the car slides and hydroplanes excessively.
All four of the firestone tires experienced blowouts at different times, consumer replaced all four tires, firestone did not comply with the terms of the tire warranty (firestone fr-14-195-70-14, fr-1416800).nlm
Bridgestone potenza tire tread separation, size#unknown, dot# unknown.
Dunlop tire tread separation.. (size p195/70r14904)
1996 toyota camry. Consumer has a odometer reading concern. *mcthe consumer stated in april of 2005 he and his wife were taking a trip and his wife noticed that the odometer was not in sync with the measured mile signs. The consumer discovered that the odometer was reading in kilometers and not miles. The consumer contacted the dealer and the dealer was supposed to find out what happened, but to no avail. The consumer then contacted toyota of canada and informed them of the odometer issue. The representative stated that the vehicle is earmarked at the factory as to what country the vehicle is going to and the proper odometer is installed.the representative what happens to cars if they are returned and he stated there are sold in auctions and is it possible that cars come to america with kilometer odometers and the representative stated, "yes". The consumer stated that he needs a solution to this dilemma.
Vibration from right side of dashboard.
The engine light comes on and stays on, the sensor was reset as possible cause but the problem still exist.
Engine warning light illuminated.
Engine light illuminated. *sd
I have been attempting to resolve the paint issue for since august 1999, toyota will only repaint part of the vehicle (hood, trunk, deck) and it is impossible to receive satisfaction from the local toyota (torrance, ca).i know this is not a safety issue, but i wanted to find out if there were any other reports of this problem.thank you very much.
Customer would likerecall information on her 1996 toyota camry.*cc
I am interested in any recalls issued for this make/year/model
I had driven the car for about 15 minutes when the gas pedal seemed to be sucked to the floor.the car suddenly accelerated to 50 and i could barely get it to stop.i had it towed to a repair shop; but they could not find anything wrong.i'm not crazy.this is the 2nd time in 2 weeks that this has happened.what is wrong?
I own a 1996 toyota camry that has the oil sludge problem that toyota has admitted to for the 1997-2001 cars.my local toyota dealership examined and admitted my car has the sludge/gel problem but says this year of manufacture is not part of the campaign to fix this problem and therefor will not be responsible for the defective engine and its subsequent repairs.toyota wants to charge me $800 to further diagnose the "extent of damage". In my research online, i have found other owners of 1996 toyotas that are experiencing the same problems with their engines and i feel toyota is again trying to minimize their responsibility to owners of vehicles with the affected engines.
Fuel system: for about the last year and a half, certain mornings my car wouldn\\'t start by simply turning the ignition; i had to try it the \\"old fashioned\\" way and depress the gas pedal several times prior to turning the ignition key. Power window: the driver side power window motor sounds like it is dying; it takes quite a long time for the window to open and close. Other: the driver side interior door handle just broke off in my hand four (4) weeks ago!!! please bear in mind that this car has less than 29,000 miles and is very well maintained. Something which has occurred over the last year or so is quite dangerous and i need to point this out because i, nor anyone i have spoken to has ever heard of such a thing. The black windshield wiper arm assembly (which attaches the windshield wiper to the motor), for some unknown reason, the black paint has "worn away", exposing a bright silver metal, which reflects the sun directly into my eyes.it isquite dangerous. Since i don't do a lot of driving and always wear sunglasses on sunny days, they has helped me somewhat. However, recently i was driving on a cloudy day when the sun did in fact come out while i was without sunglasses. This proved to be most dangerous as i managed to avoid at least one accident due to this condition..
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Paint delamination on roof of car. No safety defect discussed in summary.
The front end of the vehicle vibrates when reaching a speed above 55 mph, also on highway driving the vehicle pulls to right and/or left at times, dealership indicates no problem, because they will only test the vehicle on side roads, as opposed to highway driving which is what i bought the car for.the cruise control when engaged, if you hit the brakes, while the tires are still torqued makes an extremely loud bang, and the vehicle at times tends to speed up then slow down.
I have had this vehicle in 4 different times, 3 times to modern toyota and once to another dealer. On 05-06-1999, ron holbrook of modern toyota in winston-salem (336)785-1411 stated that at least 25 other 1996 camrys he knows of have the same problem and the manufacturer is working on it . Please respond with what i need to do. Thanks, michael
On september 19, 2014, when my wife was driving a 96 toyota camry car home, all of the sudden, the vehicle automatically accelerated, she hit the brake hard but the vehicle still went 40 mph.she almost hit several vehicles before she managed to shift it to the parking mode and stop the vehicle in the up-slope driveway.at this time, the vehicle was still roaring and smoke came out and she turned off the engine. We felt this is a very serious safety issue and is similar to accident happened several years ago.we would like to report it to nhtsa and wish you start a swift investigation. Thank you.
S10 appropriate handling re toyota safety recall for sudden acceleration. *tgwduring the months of may through july 2009, the consumer experienced problems with the brakes. Off and on, the brake pedal would go all the way to the floor. The vehicle would not stop, until the ignition was turned off. There was a strange odor coming from under the hood. However, the consumer was able to control the vehicle. It would generally happen when attempting a routine stop. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop, but they couldn't find anything wrong with the vehicle. Then on august 19, 2009, the vehicle suddenly accelerated; the brakes did not work and the vehicle was accelerating at a high rate of speed. As the consumer desperately shifted from neutral, second and third gear, she was unable to control the vehicle. She was able to weave in between cars as there was no place for her to pull over without crashing.she put on her hazard lights and beeped the horn to warn other drivers. She then swung into a wide parking lot entrance and slammed the gear into park and came to an abrupt halt.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. While driving the vehicle, it independently accelerated. The contact engaged the brake pedal and shifted into neutral to bring the vehicle to a stop. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vin was not available. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.updated 10/06/16*lj
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact stated that the vehicle would frequently exhibit an abnormal increase in engine rpms. In addition, the emergency brake was inoperable. While driving and attempting to avoid a crash, the brakes were depressed but there was no response. The contacted had to steer abruptly to avoid the crash but the vehicle then abnormally accelerated. The contact was unable to stop the acceleration until crashing into the rear of another vehicle. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle was not inspected for the failures. The failure mileage was 122,000.
The contact owned a 1996 toyota camry. While driving 65 mph, the contact heard an abnormal clicking noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle began to speed up in excess of 100 mph and crashed head on into a guardrail. The air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained brain injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed and deemed destroyed. The contact stated that this was the second time the vehicle accelerated independently. The manufacturer was contacted after the first occurrence and advised to have the vehicle diagnosed at a toyota dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the specific details of the diagnosis and repair could not be provided. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000...updated 05/09/17 consumer replaced the part causing unintended acceleration with new part on july 26,2013. Consumer had a car accident on november 25,2013. Updated 9/5/18
While stopping at a traffic light vehicle surged forward . This caused consumer's vehicle to rear end another vehicle.consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection.
Idele air control valve keeps sticking.the dealer has clean it once and replaced it once.it keeps coming back after 2 months. I cleaned it multiple times.cleaning won't help anymore.vehicle keeps stalling when starting the enginee cold.have to step on gas pedal until engine heats up or engine dies.
Vehicle-toyota-camry-1996 and 1993 problem:cruise controlwe own 1996, my mom owns 1993, both have the following problem.neither of us have been able to afford to have repairs done, so we do not know the cause/remedy.we have instead stopped using.intermittently, repeatedly, without any warning, cruise control suddenly stops working.a sudden extreme decrease in speed occurs due to failure.switches and lights indicate it is still on and working properly.this is extremely dangerous on freeways at high rates of speed particularly because that is also when normal use of cruise control is most likely/most often being used.this poses an enormously high risk of being hit from the rear or the car following to swerve and it either hitting, or being hit by, another vehicle.huge possibility of multiple vehicle pile up.because cruise control is almost always being used when it the most dangerous times for it to fail, the urgency of this problem can not be over emphasized.more likely to fail on inclines makes it even more dangerous as the rate of speed drops even faster.starts very intermittently and far between, as time goes on occurs more and more often.eventually found that it occurs more often on incline, but not always, with a less and less incline as time goes on.happened on crowded freeway at high rate of speed with big rig following close behind.almost hit by it!happened at high speed on a crowded freeway, other vehicles close all around, barely avoided nightmare pile up! i can not over emphasize how dangerous this problem is!with both ours and mom's camry having the exact problem, there may very well indicate pattern/problem.
1996 toyota camry, ca dxlesexle cruise control recently stopped working while driving along and the vehicle suddenly increased speed (occurrence date oct 18 2009) and i pressed the brake and the cruise control disengaged. Subsequent attempts to use the cruise control got the same result, continuous increase of speed until turned off. Checked for recall, and there is a recall for the 1996 camry in reference to the cruise control, however the local toyota dealer checked the vin and said that it is not on the recall list, and toyota headquarters took my info and also told me the vin is not on the list. The symptoms are exactly the same as in the recall. Very dangerous situation, as people may think they are under cruise and not realize they are accelerating.
Engine accelerated while pulling into the garage.attempted to brake... Car did not stop. Ran into the house.had to turn off ignition to stop engine acceleration.
Our 1996 camry, which has recently been safety checked and had new tires put on, began to accelerate out of control.we were able to stop it by using the brakes, the emergency brake and had to put car in neutral.no accident occurring, but it was a very dangerous situation.our mechanic was unable to find anything wrong with the car.since this acceleration problem has been in the press with other toyota's we decided to report this same experience.i realize the car is older, but it otherwise functions well.thank you.
Engine surges.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph with the cruise control activated, the contact was unable to disengage the cruise control function. In addition, the vehicle would increase acceleration speeds independently.the contact notified the dealer and they advised that there was a recall for the failure under nhtsa campaign id number: 96e001000(vehicle speed control) but the contact's vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact notified the manufacturer but did not get a response. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Stuck accelerator pedalentered i-75 s on-ramp at ellenton fl and was accelerating.at about 60 mph, rapid acceleration occurred.i was quickly approaching a tractor trailer about mid-river ( manatee river), checked the cruise control light (not on) and hit the brakes.the brakes slowed the vehicle from 70mph but the engine continued to race.i had the brake petal fully engaged, which decreased speed to about 40 mph.i pulled onto the berm about one-half mile past bridge and while keeping foot on brake pulled gear shift into neutral. Engine was fully engaged producing a loud screeching sound.i brought the car to a stop.the car was towed by aaa to a local transmission repair shop..wording on repair estimate is as follows:work requested: accelerator pedal stuck.work performed: diagnose to air intake boot deteriorated, found small piece fell off and jammed into throttle plate, install new air intake boot. (air mass meter boot).(the defective deteriorating boot is in my possession.)
Thecontact owns a 1996 toyota camry.while driving down a hill at 15 mph, the vehicle starting accelerating without warning.the vehicle reached speeds of 60-80 mph while running two stop signs.he had to crash into a tree and another vehicleto stop the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. He suffered injuries to the right arm. He contacted the manufacturer in reference to recall # 96e001000 (rostra precision controls).he was advisedthat the recall only applied to six cylinder vehicles. The current and failure mileages were 200,500. Updated 01/12/10. *ljthe consumer stated 2 nights before the accident, the cruise control came on and then went off. Updated 01/13/10.
#1 - discovered wind noise from an incomplete seal in right rear quarter glass of vehicle, one month after purchase. Took vehicle into del toyota(dealer), who said they resealed the window. Noise from said window continued, at higher speeds above 30mph.i took vehicle back into dealer one month later. This time, they said they replaced the weatherstrip around the window, that the "wind noise" had been caused by deformed weatherstrip.this was done while vehicle was under warranty, never to my satisfaction.condition exists today, 05/29/2002!!#2 - disc brakes were serviced by jerry's toyota in baltimore, after making a sticking noise right before the vehicle completely stopped.the dealer replaced the front pads, machined the rotors, and serviced the left front caliper after he found it sticking.this did not alleviate the problem with the brake noise, which continues today (05/29/2002) even after a second servicing! #3 -engine light came on, so i took the toyota camry into jerry's toyota for servicing.they cleaned carbon deposits from injectors, throttle plate valves and piston rings; said the problem was in the #3 cylinder.this happened a second time; i took the vehicle in for servicing.i am now waiting for either a third incident at $200. To fix, or if they replace any fuel injectors, these cost $200. Ea per part!!
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact states that while driving at 65 mph when placing her foot on the brake and slowing down, the vehicle accelerated on its own. By putting extreme pressure on the brake,she was able to pull over and turned off the vehicle. The contact then turned the vehicleon and the vehicle resumed normal operation. This has occurred only once. The vehicle was then taken in to the dealer and they stated that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle and that her vehicle was not involved in the recent recall for toyota. There have been no repairs done to the vehicle . The current mileage is 101046.updated 03/09/10. *ljupdated 06/14/10.
1996 camry was stopped at a red light then surged forward into the intersection where it was struck by a motorcycle and pick-up truck.camry and motorcycle both totaled.airbags in camry didn't deploy on impact but had a delay.police involved with case.camry driver cited for failure to yield to a red light which driver was stopped at initially.no further investigation.with toyota in the news, found reports of other 1996 camry's with sudden acceleration so filed this complaint.family member was owner and driver of camry.motorcycle driver sustained injuries that resulted in death 5 years later.updated 05/10/10 updated 07/08/10.
Driving various speeds & going down hill w/foot on brakes, vehicle would suddenly surge. Computer sensors can not tell if accelerator is on/off. Took to dealer & could not find problem 1st time; mechanic took for test drive & said there was a problem. Owner has arbitration papers.
Idler misadjusted.
96 toyota camry with 185k miles accelerated to a high speed for unknown reasons. Trying to halt the car, a landscaping tree was hit, the wheel blew out, eventually stopping the car. Vehicle did not respond to gear, pedal or shut off of vehicle from commands given. Instead, after hitting landscaping tree runover, near miss pedestrians, tire blowout, then halted. Police tested (on police report verified) turn on of vehicle in which car resumed high speed revving.
Vehicle accumulated carbon deposits . The engine is taking a longer time to warm up. Dealer replaced the iac valve.
We had a situation described below. I shall be grateful if you could shed some light on it. This incident involves toyota camry 1996.it is a critical situation. Your assistance will be greatly appreciated.[xxx]descriptionof the accident: monday (4/25/2011) was the trash collection day at our development. We have two cars: camry and lexus. We had to pull one car out to bring the trash can in. It was approximately around 6 p.m. My wifevolunteered to pull the car out, so that i could bring the trash can in. My wife pulled the car out on the driveway and parked, still herfoot was on the brake. As she was bringing the gear to drive, as soon as it reached the reverse gear, the car speeded backward in an uncontrollable speed and with in seconds it hit and shatteredour neighbor?s mail box and its metal post. The car stopped. I was standing and wasshocked to see what was happening. She thoughtthat she was in our neighbor?s lawn, andwanted to bring the car to the side of the road. As soon as she brought the gear to the drive, it again raced forward in high uncontrollable speed and hit our brick wall of our house and was pinned down and stopped.the car was totaled,wrecking thefront and the back with two impacts. Both airbags were deployed. She had her seat belt on. These two devices probably saved her life.she was taken to the hospital by ambulance. Police arrived and accompanied us to the hospital. We spent four to five hours in the hospital. Report enclosed.she has seen her personal physician. She has seen orthopedic surgeon. She is also going to physical therapy. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I am the owner of the 96 toyota camry identified by the vin number provided.i have experienced an abnormal speeding of my car as explained below:this past friday, jan 13th about 6:30 pm central time, i was traveling on i-65 south (from birmingham, alabama to hoover, alabama). About 15 to 20 minutes on the road, when i was just about to reach my destination, my vehicle started accelerating abruptly even when the foot was off the pedal. I stepped on the brakes but the engine kept revving upwards of 3000 rpm. In great distress, praying to jesus, i kept hardly pressing the brakes and was able to shift gear to neutral. It started reviving up higher in neutral. Shifted to park and stopped the engine. It seems, there is something wrong with the design of throttle or the parts involved in the vehicle's speed control system. I towed the vehicle to my place. Please investigate this issue and advice me if i have to reach out to the manufacturer for a car repair or replacement.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact was driving 45 mph when the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The brake was depressed and the gear was placed in neutral but the engine rpms increased to 5000. The contact noticed that the accelerator pedal did not return to idle position and remains stuck in open throttle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 185,257.
-the contact owns a 1996 toyota camry. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph. When pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal the vehicle surged forward repeatedly. The brakes were engaged and the vehicle slowed down. The vehicle had not ben repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 50,000. The current mileage was 62,000. The vin was unavailable
Vehicle accelerated without warning. When applyingbrakes vehicle would not stop . Consumer had to shift into neutral 3 itmes, and once had toshift into neutral and turn off engine. Toyota dealer could not determine cause. Private mechanic replaced throttle.
Cruise control would not cancel when brake was applied.dealer advised it was the brake switch which controled brake lights & cruise control was bad, paid dealer to replace but concerned about the possibility that others have experienced or could experience an accident due to this defect.
My 1996 toyota camry experienced unintended acceleration and became difficult to control on april 12, 2010. While driving home from work (a distance of 26 miles) i entered the freeway and gave my car gas to move into the second from the left hand lane. After getting into the proper lane, the car behaved inthe same way as a car after pressing the resume button, after disabling cruise control. This happened at 4:30p during the start of rush hour traffic. The only way i could keep from hitting another vehicle was to floor the brake. At one point the car raced to speeds of 65-75 mph. I could tell that at the 75 mph range that i was very likely to hit the car in front of me. To prevent this i briefly placed the car in neutral, then switched it into reverse twice in quick succession. The camry made a horrible noise, but did slow down after that. The brakes seemed to be unable to engage properly from that point, possibly due to excessive use. I was able to successfully drive to the dealership after that. The dealer examined the car, test drove it and stated that they could find no problem with the car.statement from spouse:as a recently retired engineer from a large research laboratory, i'd like to add my comments:i spent 33 years designing laboratory experiments to run safely and reliably.over those years, i formed the opinion that lab equipment should be designed so that malfunctions cause only minor problems, not major ones.since toyota's problems with unintended acceleration seem to affect vehicles of various ages and designs, i suspect the root cause is not a specific piece of hardware, but rather a failure to design their equipment so that malfunctions cause only minor problems, not major ones.perhaps there are components of their vehicles that fail in a way that gives the vehicle full power, whereas a safer failure mode would be have no power.
On several occasions the vehicle failed to respond when the accelerator pedal was depressed.
I just recently bought a 1996 toyota camry, the car runs great besides the fact that it sometimes starts to self accelerate.the pedal gets stuck in press mode and the car just picks up incredible sudden speed.in prior occasions i have suddenly just put the car in neutral and then the engine revs up to 6500 rpm.i've also noticed that this problem occurs when the outside temperatures are really hot.on certain occasions i have came very close in becoming involved with an accident. In these scenarios i have even put the car in neutral and shutting it down.i have even opened the hood many of times and have seen that the cars accelerator wire is fully clinched to the max.this has been a very big safety concern for me and has endangered my life many of times.i have contacted a local toyota dealer about this problem, they said they really don't know anything regarding a 1996 camry and accelerator problems.this is indeed a very big issue and it is very apparent that this problem of accelerators do exist from long time before and not just in the recent camry's. I do not want to get involved in any sort of accident as i've come very very close.
I entered the freeway on-ramp and accelerated. The car continued to accelerate even after i took my foot off the gas pedal. I kicked the pedal down a couple times to get it unstuck. Instead of coming unstuck, it stuck all the way to the floor. (the engine accelerated to the maximum amount. I think the actual pedal came back up to the idle position.) the brakes slowed the car some when i pushed on the pedal with both feet with my hands on the steering wheel and standing up so all my weight and strength was on the brake. The brakes smelled of burning and i thought for a second that maybe i was getting it under control. However, when i looked at the speedometer, it read 95 and the brakes were smoking and smelling quite strong. I put the car into neutral and continued to push hard on the brake. It slowed down to maybe to 65 or so. By then the engine was running so fast i thought it would blow up and it was night on a relatively deserted freeway so i put it back into gear and continued this pattern for approximately 8 miles - speeding up to way past 95, riding the brakes until they smoked and smelled too much (i thought they would become useless if i let them burn up) putting it into neutral and slowing down for as long as i thought was ok before blowing the engine, repeat, etc.. Just prior to my exit, the unintended acceleration stopped and i got off onto the side streets. When i accelerated after a stop sign, the accelerator stuck but i immediately put it into neutral and then shut the key off, stopping the engine. It did this two more times. The repair shop cleaned the throttle body and it has not happened again. I was in the army infantry during the 60's but had not had a flashback for a very long time. I had flashbacks of this experience several times when entering a freeway entrance ramp. It was a most terrifying experience and researchhas shown that our ability to respond logically is greatly diminished under that high stress.
This event occurred twice: i was driving at approximately 30-40 mph w/out the cruise control engaged. When i took my foot of the gas pedal to apply the brakes the vehicle accelerated. I had to depress the brake pedal as hard as i could to stop the vehicle. In the second incident i had to take the car out of gear which caused the rpm to jump significantly. Once the car was turned off and restarted the car functioned normally. I took the vehicle to the dealer who could not find any open recalls nor could the dealer identify any problems with the vehicle. I also took the vehicle to a mechanic who was unable to identify any problems.
Re: inspection of 1996 toyota camry involved in 2006 fatal crash, 1996 toyotacamry 4 door, model lxs (minnesota vehicle license kjl 696) state of minnesota v. Koua fang lee(criminal vehicular homicide).*twx updated 9/29/11*cwthe driver of the toyota was convicted in 2007 of criminal vehicular homicide-gross negligence which killed three people and severely injured two others. The defendants attorneyhas raised concerns that a sudden acceleration defect in the toyota camry may have caused the crash. Updated 03/30/10.(county attorney requested that nhtsa participate in the inspection of the vehicle) updated 04/07/10received follow-up letter. Updated 04/07/10.
I experienced 3 or 4 sudden acceleration incidents with my 1996 toyota camry during the first 5 years of ownership.no accidents resulted.i can't give the exact dates (ignore the incident date i entered below; i just put a date in at random since it's a required entry).it's been over a year since the last one.all occurred as i started to brake in a very slow-moving situation - two definitely happening while parking, coming to a stop before the incident.however, when touching the brake pedal to reverse direction or stop, there was a confusing surge as my instinct was to question whether i had touched the accelerator rather than brake and thus take off my foot - the worst action.in all cases, i had enough time to realize that i did have my foot on the brake and pushed down forcefully which stopped the acceleration. I asked my mechanic to check this out, but unless he could replicate the situation, no diagnosis was possible.given the randomness of these occurences, the probablility of a replication is pretty close to zero.the one common thread in these incidents:they occurred following a long road trip during which i was using cruise control for extended periods, though in none of the incidents, was the cruise control on.i am sending this now as i learned you are looking into such incidents and thought you would want to build a record.ibelieve there are far more incidents like this that never get reported because they end safely; a solicitation of such incidents from those like myself who simply remain puzzled over them would yield a much larger data base.thank you.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry.while driving 10 mph, the vehicle accelerated without warning.the contact was unable to stop the vehicle, which caused her to rear end another vehicle.the air bags failed to deploy.nhtsa recall # 96e001000 (vehicle speed control) was found.the mechanic has not inspected the vehicle to determine the cause of failure.a police report was filed. The current and failure mileages were 100,000.updated 02-01-08.
Without any warning the accelerator goes to the floor and stays there for a minute before it self corrects the situation. All control of the car is lost.
The contact owned a 1996 toyota camry. While traveling at speeds of 40 mph depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would not stop and proceeded to abnormally accelerate. She was able to finally stop the vehicle and upon further inspection, observed that the accelerator pedal had collapsed in the open throttle position. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who released the wedged accelerator cable.on a separate occasion, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle abnormally accelerated a second time. She was able to bring the vehicle to a stop and drive onto the emergency lane without incident. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where repairs were made for the previous failure. The contact experienced the unintended acceleration failure one additional time while traveling in snowy weather conditions. The contact stated that she did not feel safe in the vehicle and had a relative follow her home in case of additional failures.the approximate failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage was 104,000.
Without any warning the accelerator goes to the floor and stays there for a minute before it self corrects the situation. All control of the car is lost.
Idle control valve failed three times resulting in stalling, difficulty starting and erratic idle speed.
In hot weather after about 100 or 200 miles the cruise control on our 1996 toyota camry would fail and would cause the vehicle to speed up until the cruise was turned off. Other times the cruise would just fail and drop out unexpectedly.either event could be hazardous so we stopped using the cruise control. We went to the toyota dealer twice when this first happened while the vehicle was still under warranty and they refused to do anything about it because we were unable to demonstrate the problem immediately. Today we did a recall search on the internet about this problem and found the problem did exist on most 1996 camry but our vin number did not fit their listing. Vin# [xxx]today we went back to the toyota dealer where we bought the car new on 3/14/1996, but they would do nothing for us. The dealer is rinke toyota 25420 vandyke centerline, mi 48015586-758-2000. We also called the toyota customer service 800 number before contacting you but they were not helpful. Please help us resolve this safety issue.thank you.[xxx].information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Vehicle did not hold idle when started.isc motor has been replaced 3 times in 2.5 years.each replacement lasted 1 or 2 months more than the length of warranty.
Idle speed control valve failed.
Idle air control valve keeps clogging up. The dealer has replaced it twice,and problem has reoccurred. Consumer states that vehicle keeps stalling, and gas pedal has to be pushed to start the vehicle.*yd
Idle speed control valve failed.
Idle speed control valve has a defect, causes vehicle to idle low, and will eventually stop engine from starting if this continues. Contacted maufacturer/dealer. They wer eaware ofdefect, but not willing to do anything.
Upon starting vehicle and without any indication, vehicle would stall. Dealer was contacted and noticed idle speed control valve needed to be replaced..
Idle motor failure.
1. Idle speed control valve failed causing cold start problem ( very low rpm or engine dies). Toyota of cerritos claimed there is a defect on the valve it self. Toyota keep suppling them with old/defective valve for service. Per service manager, if toyota keeps doing this, there is nothing they can do to fix this problem, it will happen again. Toyota customer service is not aware of such a problem. 2. Tires were cupped at 20000 miles under normal surface street and freeway driving. Goodyear claimed its not under warranty. ( dot number: m6rw tire size: p195/70r14 )
Idle speed control valve malfunctioned, causing vehicle to stall also, egr valve failed twice.
Vehicle experienced several erratic surges while in stop and go traffic which caused sudden acceleration, and resulted in a rear end collision. There wereminor damages to vehicle, and no reported injuries. Vehicle taken to dealer for inspection, and nothing could be found.
Defroster doesn't function properly , causing poor visibility.
Defogger system does not work efficiently causing poor visibility.
Heating system inoperative. *sd
Defogger inoperative, causing poor visibility.
Heater control assembly failed. Mjs
My car was parked, temp was under 70 deg.the rear window glass spontaneously shattered and exploded into thousands of pieces, shooting glass up to 10 feet away.
The contact owns a 1996 toyota camry.the contact stated that the front driver's side window would not go up, and now the rear passenger side window's will not go up.the vehicle is currently not under warranty and he was informed that the repairs would be his responsibility. The current mileage was 125,000 and failure mileage was 50,000.updated 03-04-08
Power window failed.
Several problems:faulty interior lighting,power antenna,brake noise,faulty power windows,main rear seal leak
Power window motor failed.
In approx june of 2002 my timing belt had to be replaced i now appear to have the oil gelling problem. Approx may 2003 i got out of the car to pump gas and the door will not open on the driver side. Approx august 2003 i began noticing if driving on the highway and i apply my brakes my whole car begins shaking.
Main window switch on the driver's side would latch to lower the window then would not unlatch to raise the window even after turning the car off and opening the door.dealer said it would cost $300+ to replace the main window control board.several months later the right side passenger switch quit and neither side (right or left) switch would work.cannot lower window at all and feel this is a safety hazard if the window had to be opened in an emergency.
The engine just dies.usually at a stop or slow down.probably 1x/month for the last 6 months.previously it just happened a couple of times last year.the frequency seems to be increasing.so far it has happened only with city driving.i do 90% city driving, but am becoming nervous about taking the car out on the freeway.our mechanic cannot find any history of these stalls on the car's computer.i have had problems with my isc valve ever since i've had the car. We need to replace the isc valve every year.toyota has paid for it, but it is annoying not to have this problem solved.
Fuel system: for about the last year and a half, certain mornings my car wouldn\\'t start by simply turning the ignition; i had to try it the \\"old fashioned\\" way and depress the gas pedal several times prior to turning the ignition key. Power window: the driver side power window motor sounds like it is dying; it takes quite a long time for the window to open and close. Other: the driver side interior door handle just broke off in my hand four (4) weeks ago!!! please bear in mind that this car has less than 29,000 miles and is very well maintained. Something which has occurred over the last year or so is quite dangerous and i need to point this out because i, nor anyone i have spoken to has ever heard of such a thing. The black windshield wiper arm assembly (which attaches the windshield wiper to the motor), for some unknown reason, the black paint has "worn away", exposing a bright silver metal, which reflects the sun directly into my eyes.it isquite dangerous. Since i don't do a lot of driving and always wear sunglasses on sunny days, they has helped me somewhat. However, recently i was driving on a cloudy day when the sun did in fact come out while i was without sunglasses. This proved to be most dangerous as i managed to avoid at least one accident due to this condition..
Outside side view mirror failed.
Driver's side view mirror failed.
Interior rear view mirror was detached by deploying air bags and hit a rear seat passenger causing head injuries.
Sunroof failed.qcaw
A thin layer of ice had formed on my car's rear windshield overnight.i tried to clear it by using my rear defost.i drove for about 20 minutes and while stopped at the red light i heard a loud noise, as a ballon would explode, came from the back of my car and i saw a crack at the corner of my back windshield.i drove for another 1/2 miles and arrived at my destination.this is when the rear windshield crumbled to pieces.i had my baby in the back seat rear facing.fortunately, i had covered her with a blanket,which shielded her from the shattered glass.
Wind noise coming from front windows, also front windows leak water.
Film builds up on windshield, causing poor visibility.(1st vehicle on 601568)*sd
#1 - discovered wind noise from an incomplete seal in right rear quarter glass of vehicle, one month after purchase. Took vehicle into del toyota(dealer), who said they resealed the window. Noise from said window continued, at higher speeds above 30mph.i took vehicle back into dealer one month later. This time, they said they replaced the weatherstrip around the window, that the "wind noise" had been caused by deformed weatherstrip.this was done while vehicle was under warranty, never to my satisfaction.condition exists today, 05/29/2002!!#2 - disc brakes were serviced by jerry's toyota in baltimore, after making a sticking noise right before the vehicle completely stopped.the dealer replaced the front pads, machined the rotors, and serviced the left front caliper after he found it sticking.this did not alleviate the problem with the brake noise, which continues today (05/29/2002) even after a second servicing! #3 -engine light came on, so i took the toyota camry into jerry's toyota for servicing.they cleaned carbon deposits from injectors, throttle plate valves and piston rings; said the problem was in the #3 cylinder.this happened a second time; i took the vehicle in for servicing.i am now waiting for either a third incident at $200. To fix, or if they replace any fuel injectors, these cost $200. Ea per part!!
Windshield 'wind noise'.
Windshield loose/rattles.
While driving at approximately 40 mph felt a slight loss of power which was corrected byitself. A minute later,wheels locked up, and vehicle came to a stop. Transmission repair shop informed consumer thattransaxle cracked and it broke off where it was attached to the body.differential unit lockingwas torn up, andcenter support was wiped out. Transfer case also broke where it went onto the body. Dealer also stated that there was chunks of metal found from the differential drain plug.consumer had electrical problems with vehicle including starting problems.strut failure.key and lock problems.windshield wipers faulty.interior and brake light failure.
Rear windshield wipers broke.
While driving, the driver felt vibration throughout the vehicle.thedriver took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis.the mechanic noticed that boot turned and the boot feed greased, this caused the wheel (provide details).
Wheels or steering locked, causing vehicle to pull off the road, causing vehicle to roll over.(qcaw)
Hub cap fell off.
Wheel rims defective.
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