Table 1 shows one common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1998 Toyota Camry.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems |
On may 13, 2010 approx 9:15 pm while driving a 1998 Toyota Camry le v6, car stalled/malfunctioned while being pulled over by chp which caused rear end collision spin out and 2 other car accidents, I have proof (video, photos, receipts, and service history) the car's throttle position sensor, idle speed control valve and or other systems caused the accident. Updated ivoq 08/17/10 updated ivoq 10/06/10 updated ivoq 11/17/10 it was determined the throttle position sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced. Also, the outer door handle was replaced. Updated 01/12/11.
I was sitting in the car reading, when I pressed the door unlock button on the armrest the door wouldn't unlock. The only way the door could be unlocked was to use the remote key. If a child were locked in the car on a hot day the child wouldn't be able to get out of the car. This car was manufactured in kentucky.
Door lock release switch failed.
The door fail to close or latch tightly. Yh.
Door latch failed.
Key fails to unlock either trunk or doors on vehicle. Problem is not weather related. It is an intermittent problem. The manufacturer installed a new lock system in the vehicle and the problem was solved.
If vehicle is locked from outside and someone is still inside, the locks will not let the person on the inside to get out. Door has to be opened with key from the outside. Dealer says that's normal.