Seven problems related to suspension noise have been reported for the 1997 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Experiencing noise in front end when going over bumps, sounds like struts, or suspension is going out, rough sound. Noticed many complaints of this, has there been a recall? have not taken in for svc yet.
My 1997 Toyota Camry making noise from all four individual suspension and need help.
A groaning or curnching noise may be heard from front suspension when going over speed bump or dips on the road.
The car makes a groaning noise over rough road surfaces. The condition is rapidly getting worse. Toyota dealer informed me that Toyota is aware that a small number of cars have this problem and attempts to devise a remedy, but has been unsuccessful. Toyota has told me, via the service manager at the dealership, that "it is suspension noise, which is a characteristic of the car". Toyota regional customer relations manager and Toyota employed technican have both been in the car. Toyota fixed the loose roof, however there has been no offer of a solution on the deteriorating condition of the suspension. The dealer has told me that Toyota will not offer a soluiton.
Front right suspension makes rough noise when driving over rough surfaces at speeds 20-30 mph.
In1997 Toyota Camry front and back suspension making noise in cold weather may be defective struts or spring need help.
While driving over bumps vehicle will make a loud noise in front end suspension on the left and right sides, casuing a potential safety hazard.