Two problems related to loud engine noise have been reported for the 2002 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Toyota Camry based on all problems reported for the 2002 Camry.
The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Camry xle. While he was at a traffic light on an incline, there was a very loud roaring noise coming from the engine. The weather was not a factor. The vehicle responded as if it were going to take off at full speed but it didn't. The failure occurred a second time with her foot depressing the brake pedal. Neither the dealer nor manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 74,800 and the current mileage was 75,474.
There is a bad linkage between engine and transmission, and there is a loud noise while traveling on the highway. Dealership is aware of problem. Consumer states there is slack in the drivetrain.