11 problems related to structure have been reported for the 2004 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Toyota Camry based on all problems reported for the 2004 Camry.
The dashboard and glove compartment door has multiple cracks over entire surface. This auto has been garaged since purchase. I am retired and auto is not in direct sun over an hour or two, and I use a sunguard during those periods. Something seems very wrong when a car that has never been in an accident simply begins to crack all over, the entire dash literally falling apart. . -when it has less than 25,000 miles on it! I contacted Toyota, they claim I am over warranty period.
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota solara. While driving approximately 15 mph, the lid for the center console abruptly opened. When it opened, it banged on the contact's arm which compromised the steering capabilities. The contact closed the lid and continued driving. The failure occurred again. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the center console needed a new lid. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000 and the current mileage is 61,300. Updated 01/26/lj updated 02/07/11.
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota solara. The driver stated the dashboard had begun to exhibit severe cracking. The dealer was contacted and pictures were taken to submit to the manufacturer for evaluation. The contact was concerned that the manufacturer was aware of the failure but had not properly addressed the issue. The failure mileage was 13,400 and the current was 14,260. Updated 05/06/10. Updated 07/14/jb.
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota solara. The contact observed when the vehicle was parked; the entire length of the dashboard sustained multiple hairline cracks. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The vehicle was not covered under the service warranty. The vehicle has not been repaired at this time. The failure mileage was 12,500. Updated 04/16/10. Updated 07/13/10.
Rear speaker grill covers disintegrated and crumbled as a result of sun exposure. The web discussion groups shows this happening to all Camrys.
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). 2004 Toyota Camry/solora technical problem passenger door or trunk will not open. There is no key latch to enter car from outside of car on passenger side door or to open trunk. Key remote does not work , I've taken car to Toyota dealer and replaced battery, but still will not open car door or trunk. I've tried report this problem within the last past 2 years to the Toyota dealer w/ no help. They want to charge me for dioagnostic check. I feel this is the dealers responsibiliy because the passenger door or trunk does not have a key latch on outside of the door or trunk . I have a daughter who has to ride in the back seat for saftey purposes; I feel that in case of accident or emergency she would not be able to get out of / or someone would not be able to open door from outside or she cannot get out of car from inside. Please advise. [xxx].
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry solara. The contact stated that the front cover over the passenger side air bag on was cracked. The dealer was notified who stated that there were no recalls for the failure. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 93,000. . . Updated 08-27-12.
Problems with the sunroof. Cables broke unexpectedly, roof is not able to be secured. Vehicle is and has been garage kept since new. Dealer said the entire pulley system broke for unknown reasons. There was a bulletin in 2003. It has taken me a while to find this site to report.
O2 sensors failed due to rodents or rabbits chewing the plastic wiring housing the internal electrical wires. O2 sensors had to be replaced at a cost of about $600. The outside coatings or sheaths for the wiring is made of a soy based plastic, and possibly containing a "fish oil" in the sheath, which attracts rodents and rabbits, and they chew on the plastic wire coverings, thereby destroying the O2 sensor's wiring mechanism. This problem is prevalent in the denver and mountain states areas and should be corrected as the problem could lead to engine fires or engine failures. The wiring housing should be changed to a "retardant" type of wiring to prevent other incidents of this problem, and not just for Toyota but for all manufacturers.
The design ( angle ) of the windshield creates severe visibility problems when driving into the sun. The glare off the front windshield is blinding even with the sunshade down. Using sunglasses helps but does not elevate the problem at all. I have tried adjusting seat to change viewing angle but wont help. This is a problem I have never experienced with any other vehicles I have driven. This concerns me very much and makes me hesitant to drive the car in the mornings. With sun behind you there are no problems with visibility.
Vehicle drifted and pulled to the left. Ph the dealership tried several times to correct the problem, however the vehicle continued to drift into oncoming traffic. The vehicle had several front end alignments and adjustments. An engineer was sent to test drive the consumer's vehicle and the consumer was told the car was designed to pull to the left due to the road crown.