Air Conditioner problems of the 2013 Toyota Camry

This complaint is true for not only my Camry, but also for many if not most models and makes today. There has been considerable justified emphasis on the dangers of using cell phones in vehicles and texting while driving because the driver is distracted from the road. However, at the same time, vehicle controls for features like radio and air conditioning (to name just two) have become more and more distracting and dangerous. Years ago, you pushed a button for the radio channel. Now you must look at an led display that's often extremely difficult to see (so you stare at it) in order to change radio channels. Same with a/c controls; instead of a big knob where you change settings by touch and feel, you now have to stare at a tiny led screen to determine what a/c mode you are selecting. I can elect not to use my cell phone, but I will continue to struggle to see tiny led displays so I can change a/c modes or radio channels or selections. Nhtsa should take the lead in reversing this dangerous trend.

Air conditioner develops mold in the evaporator coil causing the smell of mold to be circulated in the interior of the car. Myself and passengers cough when the smell is present.

Musty/musky odor from air conditioning system when using the a/c. This has continued since April 2014 to present, which is February 2019.

2013 Toyota Camry. Consumer writes in regards to hvac assembly and ac system issues. The consumer stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer on 4 separate occasions, for the odor issue coming from the ac and the mildew and fungus growth in the padding and carpet.

Anytime during warm weather when the air conditioner has been/is being used there is a disgusting foul mildew odor immediately upon starting the vehicle. The odor is nauseating and causes headaches. Every time the car is driven, I have to turn on the heat and put all the windows down for about 5-10 minutes to get rid of the odor. Apparently there is an issue with condensation from the ac not draining properly. I have been able to find several similar complaints online. Some dealerships claim they have never heard of this issue, while others admit that they are aware of it but that Toyota has no "fix" for it. Breathing in mold is a safety concern. This does not occur in the winter when ac is not used.