Three problems related to catalytic convertor have been reported for the 1996 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Since September 2004 consume 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 indicated large amounts of sulfur in gas. Vehicle was in a flood, dealer stated other vehicles that were not in flood were experiencing the same problem.
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".
The flexible pipe including the catalytic converter from the exhaust failed, dealer would not reimburse consumer for the defect.