Eight problems related to engine exhaust system have been reported for the 1999 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Excessive corrosion and rusting in the under carriage of the vehicle. Exhaust rusted all the way through. Front flex pipe rusted. Cat converter rusted . Muffler and back exhaust pipe rusted.
The car was bought brand new. This is the history of the 1999 Camry (problem: engine light comes on each time): 1/24/2007 goodyear auto--replaced charcoal canister and control valve $549. 19 7/12/2007 goodyear auto--replaced purge valve $134. 24; charcoal canister replaced under warranty 11/8/2008 Toyota dealership--replaced charcoal canister and purge valve (Toyota says they still have to charge for this repair, even though it was replaced earlier) $656. 75 2/9/09 Toyota dealership--replaced control valve--$142. 34 in summary, charcoal canister was replaced 3 times, purge valve replaced 2 times, control valve replaced 2 times--all in a span of 2 years. Toyota service representative justifies it by saying it is a "revised" part.
: the contact stated the engine light had been illuminated but was aware of the problem of the vehicle. The contact experienced light headedness and fatigue, as well as, muscle aches and loss of coordination believed to be from fumes entering the passenger compartment. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer on three occasions, but the problem recurred. The contact went to the hospital. The manufacturer was not notified.
Initial symtoms: engine lights came on; car ran very rough, as if misfiring; white smoke billowed; engine was completely void of oil; response: mechanic flushed oil through engine; refilled engine with 4 quarts oil; changed front 3 sparkplugs; 1 week later same symtoms above returned; engine was completely void of oil again;.
I bought this car as a used "programed car" in February, 2000. It has approximately 35,000 miles on it. It has driven just fine up until February 24, 2002. It all of a sudden started to have clear liquid like smoke emit from the rear exhaust pipe. I had just filled the car up with gas. I was able to get the car to my mechanic the next day. My mechanic told me that I had a "blown head gasket". This is very, very unusual for Toyotas. I have owned Toyotas for over 16 years now, and have never had this type of a problem in a new car. After my mechanic has the opportunity to go over the car, he confirmed that it was indeed the "head gasket". I asked him what would cause a "head gasket" to go out on a fairly new Toyota? I have always been very prompt with my general upkeep on my cars, regular oil changes, tire rotations, and other necessary filter changes. My mechanic said, it's a good posibility that the head gasket could have been defective. He asked me to check with someone to see if there has been a recall on any 1999 Toyota camarys. Is this the type of information that I can get from you, or do I need to contact the corporate headquarters for Toyota? please call or e-mail me you response as quickly as possible. Time is of the essence.
Consumer stated while driving, there was a rattle sound coming from under the vehicle, the dealer adjusted the exhaust heat shields, consumer also complained of an odor coming from the catalytic converter, however dealer could not duplicate consumers concern.
Driving from home when engine check light came on. Car was purchased at 29500 and charcoal canister needed replacing with only 35000.
Exhaust fumes enter the passenger cabin when driving uphill at 30 to 40 mph. Driver experiences dizziness, headaches and shortness of breath. Dealer has not solved the problem. Consumer said that it was a common problem for Toyota Camry vehicles. Dealer said that it's the type of fuel used on the vehicle. However, dealership refused to inspect the vehicle. Also, consumer was told that if the check engine light didn't came on, dealership won't be able to locate problem.