15 problems related to engine have been reported for the 1998 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The balance shaft hit the oil pan and made a hole in the engine and the oil spread all over the engine that led to lot of smoke from the engine.
My daughter has 2 1998 Toyota Camrys both have had massive engine block failure by the front motor mount, one resulted in a fire under the hood. Her first Camry I helped her buy it used about 1 1/2 years ago (this car was actually titled in my name) and approximately 6 months ago while driving at highway speed the engine block came apart by the front motor mount spraying oil all over the engine compartment, which proceeded to catch on fire, luckily no one was hurt and the fire was contained under the hood. There was parts of the engine block, and bolts and oil scattered on the highway. That Camry was not repairable. We found her another 1998 Camry about two months ago and this one she bought all on her own and it is titled in her name. Well a couple of days ago her new 1998 Camry had massive engine block failure at the front motor mount in the same location as the other Camry. There was no fire involved on this one. The police were called to both scenes, and the fire dept. Was called on the first incident. This form does not have input for 2 vehicles. The second 1998 Camry in my daughters name. We do still have possession of both vehicles and in the same condition as the day they stopped working.
: the contact stated while driving 60 mph on the highway, the engine blew. Smoke came out of the engine compartment as the vehicle was driven off to the side of the highway. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the inspection determined a lifter rod had fractured and blown out the bottom of the engine casing. The service dealer and manufacturer were notified.
On a cold start, the idle air control valve failed. The car was taking to the dealer where the part was replaced. Old part not available.
Owner driving vehicle, came to a stop, began to accelerate, engine blew a rod through the front of the engine block. Vehicle caught fire and burnt beyond recognition within 15 minutes. Vehicle investigation followed because the car was under warranty, build up of sludge from engine oil. Company declined to fulfill warranty obligation because of the age and mileage on the car.
The "check engine" light turns on and off randomly. I replaced gas cap and no help.
Experienced a text book case of what has become known as the "Toyota sludge engine" problem. Contacted Toyota about spa program who referred me to the local dealer. He said unless I have documentation for an oil change every 3000 miles (manual says 7500) that Toyota would not provide any financial assistance. Said that I did not "have a leg to stand on" and I was "screwed. " once repairs are done and paid for I plan to submit a claim with all papers to Toyota.
'98 Toyota Camry--oil light came on. Within 2-3 miles I was able to pull into a service station and as I did so the engine suddenly began knocking. When towed to a Toyota dealer he said the engine was gone out (ruined). This vehicle had had oil changed every 3000-5000 miles. Dealer claimed this my engine had no signs of the well-known oil sludge problem common with this engine. I've since learned this engine had so many problems that it is no longer being used. What recourse is there for what appears to be a faulty design engine? my wrecker driver's father's '98 Toyota Camry's engine went out after only 2000! miles.
While driving, smoke started coming out from under the hood. After pulling over to the side of the road and turning off the engine, within 5-8 minutes the engine burst into flames. The car was a total loss. The insurance company did not determine the cause of this incident, although obvious potential causes, such as recent service to the engine, were ruled out (there had been no recent service).
Right rear valve cap was replaced.
Right rear valve cap was replaced.
There is a problem with the quaker state oil filter and the threads being the reason. (claim#20-5365-973).
There is a problem with the quaker state oil filter and the threads being the reason. (claim#20-5365-973).
(35-w173-913) insured had just started vehicle when it began smoking and then caught on fire, claim states subrogation recovery against firestone for a bad oil filter that caused an engine fire.
Engine mount insulator failed. Yh.