Loud Engine Noise problems of the 1997 Toyota Camry

Four problems related to loud engine noise have been reported for the 1997 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Loud Engine Noise problem

Failure Date: 11/21/2012

The contact owns a 1997 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph the driver started to hear a loud noise. A few miles later the driver saw orange flames coming from the hood. The driver threw dirt onto the engine to put the fire out. The vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was approximately 90,000. The VIN was unavailable.

2 Loud Engine Noise problem

Failure Date: 12/01/2004

The vehicle mad a loud explosive noise while on the expressway followed by a bang. The rod had broken and caused a hole in the engine. Incident date 01/28/2005.

3 Loud Engine Noise problem

While driving consumer notice d a loud noise. Soon vehicle stalled. Dealer was contacted, technician noticed engine needed to be replaced. Please provide further information.

4 Loud Engine Noise problem

There is a noticeable rumbling sound coming from the floor of my 1997 Toyota Camry. This is most noticeable during acceleration, but can be detected while traveling at constant speed. This problem seems to be intermittent in nature.




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