Emission Control Problems of Toyota Camry - part 1

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the speedometer stopped working around 2011. The contact also stated that the accelerator pedal failed to accelerate intermittently. The vehicle had been at the dealer approximately eight times. The vehicle needed to be repaired in order for the speedometer to work. Also, the vehicle would not pass the state emissions test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.

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I purchased a 2007 Toyota Camry new in 2007 ( this is my 5th Toyota) and religious follow the suggested maintenance Toyota recommends. After approximately 50 k miles the engine started burning oil and the engine became very noisy. The car currently uses about a quart every 1200 miles. I took my vehicle to the dealer and they said there is no problem with the engine. From what I read on the safercar. Gov, edmunds. Com websites and the consumeraffairs. Org website there is a design problem with the engine as acknowledged in Toyota service bulletin t-sb-0094-11 issued 8/11/2011. . Read more...

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2007 Toyota Camry. Consumer writes in regards to check engine light illuminating. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, where a diagnostic test revealed the charcoal canister needed to be replaced at a cost of $ 607. 90.

The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact noticed an abnormal odor in the vehicle within a month of it being purchased. There was also white powder coming from the air vents whenever the air conditioner was activated. The contact stated that the odor was causing her and her family to become ill. The vehicle was taken to the dealer multiple times and stated that the evaporator system caused the failure. The dealer changed the evaporator system, but the odor persisted. The contact cleaned the vehicle and made sure all the windows were closed in order to eliminate the failures, but white powder continued to come through the vents. The contact was very concerned that the white powder could be toxic, especially since it was making her and her family nauseous. The contact attempted to use air fresheners in the vehicle, but the odor was still present. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80.

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While my fiancee was driving home from work on the freeway one evening in the month of September 2011, the low oil pressure light suddenly came on. When she arrived home I checked the oil level and found that it was approximately 3 quarts low (maximum capacity is 4. 5 quarts). I had the vehicle inspected at a local facility, lexology, that specializes in Toyota/Lexus. The owner performed a diagnostic and told me it was a known excessive oil consumption with the 2az-f3 engines. He showed me the technical service bulletin (t-sb-0094-11), and informed me that it was a manufacturing defect that would eventually lead to collateral damage of the vehicle ignition and emission control system that would adversely affect the safety of the vehicle and increase its carbon footprint. I subsequently took the vehicle to the dealership where an inspection test was performed in accordance with the TSB and the excessive oil consumption problem was confirmed. I contacted Toyota and opened a case number (1202062104). There were several exchanges by phone and in writing with Toyota in attempt to get Toyota to take responsibility and ownership of the problem. The exchanges were unsuccessful and I filed a small claims suit (superior court of California case # 13s00672). The small claims suit was also unsuccessful and I am now taking any and all action within my power to bring the matter to the attention of others. I can see by other filed complaints that this is a widespread problem. Personal impact aside, this is a vehicle and environmental safety issue. I put almost as much oil in the car every week as I do gasoline. The additional emissions caused by the oil burning is being offset partially by the emission control system, but only partially, and eventually will fail to filter it out altogether. I urge NHTSA to take action and raise this to recall status and hold Toyota accountable.

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Camry. The contact smelled a mildew odor when the air conditioning and heat were on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the odor. The dealer sprayed the instrumental panel and other areas of the vehicle with a foam, the cabin filter was replaced twice, but the odor remained and became stronger. The odor was so strong that she suffered a noise bleed. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who performed a diagnostic test and stated that they were unable to locate a failure code. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 62,000 and the current mileage was 67,000. Updated 3/28/11 the evaporator core was replaced updated 04/27/11.

2002 Toyota Camry. The consumer wants to be reimbursed for repairs. The check engine light illuminated. The dealer stated there was a problem with the emission system. The problem was repaired and the consumer was charged $600. 00. Two days later, the light illuminated again. The consumer returned to the dealership, but the problem was not resolved. When the consumer stopped for gas, he noticed the gas tank would not fill up, the gas would spill out. The consumer went to another establishment and it was determined that a pair of pliers were on the vent of the gas tank. The dealership was contacted and the consumer was told a mistake was made by one of their mechanics. The second dealership replaced the vacuum switching valve.

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The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. She stated that there was a faulty charcoal canister that needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileages were 82,630. Updated 07/15/08 updated 07/15/08.

New Camry hybrid, three days old, "check engine" light alerted us of a problem that proved to be an emission system manufacturer defect that required six days to complete. Dealer fixed the defect for free, but my interaction with the national Toyota customer service agency in California was unacceptable. This occurred in September 2008, though your pull-down menu does not include 2008 as an option.

Check engine light came on. Dealer diagnostic report showed a failure code of p0136 oxygen sensor malfunction. Dealer advised that sensor should be replaced at a cost of $230. 00. If part was not replaced the engine or emissions system could be damaged, and the car unsafe to drive due to possible failure while driving.

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The vacuum canister was installed in this auto at an angle and has failed nys inspection the last three times. These type of vacuum problem has cost the consumers millions in additional inspection cost.

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: the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the check engine light illuminated without warning. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the charcoal canister of the emission control needed to be replaced. After the replacement, the check engine light discontinued illuminating. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 9/20/2006 -.

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Check engine light coming on repeatedly with code p0446 even after getting it repaired twice.

My check engine light has been on for more than a year. It would not turn off. Because of the smog check issue, I had to take my vehicle to the Toyota dealer for them to diagnose the problem. They charged my $80 just for the diagnosis. I felt it was a rip-off. They told me that my egr valve and vacuum switching valve have to be replaced. The cost would be $650. Since this has to do with emission issue, Toyota should be the one covering the charges. Apparently, this problem is prevalent among recent Toyota models.

I have a 2002 Toyota Camry with 42,608 miles. The check engine light went on yesterday. Today I had the charcoal canister, hose and vacuum sealed valve replaced at great cost. Now I have read that this was a problem with the 96-98 Camry's and that the epa required Toyota to extend the emissions warranty to 14/150000.

Charcoal canister failed at 13058 miles. Parts and labor under warranty, however, out of warranty cost would have been at about $500. Known issue for Toyota as service bulletin issued. Dealer recommended to purchase extended service plan to cover component after original warranty expires. Parts and labor should be covered for this component after original warranty expires as issue is known to Toyota and has failed in enough new cars to issue a service bulletin. Faulty charcoal canister will cause a no pass on smog check for California and will pollute the environment until replaced. Thank you.

Emissions components failure. I have replaced two oxygen sensors and now I need to replace the evap canister (charcoal). All breakdowns have occured before 65,000 miles.

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The check engine light came on, due to a faulty gas cap. The engine light was intermittent. The light went off and did not come back until 31,602k miles. When the light illuminated again, the consumer was told the emissions canister needed to be replaced.

I have a 1999 Toyota Camry with approx. 89,000 mile and the check engine light came on and I am told that the charcoal canister needs to be replaced at a cost of $ 294 parts and 190 labor. Upon checking the internet to see if this was a legitimate repair it seems this problem is prevalent on many Toyota models including mine.

Defective part on Toyota Camry 1999. Charcoal canister. Malfunctioned, causes oil to gel, resulting in blown motor.

I have a 1999 Toyota Camry le v6 and check engine light is coming on. Toyota dealer tells me it's that the charcoal canister needs replacement, so I did and the light is back on again. I know there are lots of people with this issue and we need to have Toyota address the issue ASAP.

Back in sept 2004 was the first time that the engine check light came on. The charcoal canister was replaced with genuine Toyota parts. Then the light returned on 10/04/04, 11/23/04 and 4/7/05 due to the same problem and the canister was replaced each time.

Faulty charcoal canister.

Check engine light came on in my wife's 2000 Toyota Camry le, 4 cylinder. Dealer charged $72 for diagnosis and recommended replacement of charcoal canister due to emissions vent control system malfunction, code po 440. I didnt get it done. Did some research on the internet and see dozens of similar complaints from Toyota users. Cant Toyota correct this problem, as its obviously a design or manufacturing flaw?.

Air fuel sensor failed. As a result the warning light came on. Part is not able to be maintained by anyone including a mechanic, and there was no way of checking unless the part failed.

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Failure to pass smog test. My 1996 Camry has been serviced regularly, mostly by dealer. Had its 60,000 mile service in August last year by Toyota (and 45,000 service in 02). Failed the smog test at 70,271 miles. Toyota dealer then did investigation (said failing hc reading slightly over limit). Check 02-ss signal on both sensor and pcv valve. They also said they "removed and clean mass air flow and pcv system". Just doesn't seem right that the car didn't pass the smog check, when Toyota has been maintaining car, and when the car really isn't that old (with no modifications).

While driving rotten egg smell came into the vehicle, it didn't matter whether the windows were closed or opened. Consumer felt a burning sensation in the nose and the throat. Dealership/ floor manager made an incredible statement, inquiring if president bush put sulfur in the gas, call him.

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2000 Toyota Camry with 33,000 miles. The check engine light came on. Dealer said it was codes po440 po441 and po446. They said I need a new "canister and control valve" and it will cost $600. As I understand it, this is some kind of charcoal filed canister that deals with emissions. It would seem that this is a non essential part. It would also seem that this would have few, if any, movable parts and should last the life of the car. This had to be a manufacturing defect and could not be related to use of the car or the driver. The manufacturer should stand behind this part and replace it on a car with so few miles.

Rotten egg smell for my 2003 Toyota Camry. It's been like this for the last 7 months, since I bought it new. I changed many different suppliers of grade 87 gas, and there is no difference. I have about 9000 miles on it. My friend who bought a 2003 Camry have the same problem as well.

I own a 2002 Toyota Camry with bridgestone tires which were on the car when we purchased it in fall of 2002. We have taken the car into dealership, high country Toyota in scottsboro, al, 3 times and phoned our sales representative approximately 6 times for 3 problems. #1 - rattling - which we were told on the first visit to dealer it was the catalytic converter heat shield cover and they had fixed it by bending it out. It's rattling again, now. #2 - smell of sulfer/rotten eggs - which we were told they could not recreate the problem, so they have no idea what it could be. It still smells! #3 - my husband took the car to wal-mart to have the oil changed and the tires balanced and rotated because we noticed alot of wear on the outside of the tires and the steering wheel was vibrating when driving. My husband was paged back to the automotive section by an employee to see the tires himself before they took them all off the car and to warn my husband about driving on the tires if we didn't replace them immediately. My husband said the inside of the tires were showing the wires from severe wearing. My husband took the car to the dealer where we purchased it to have them inspect the front end for damage that could cause the tires to wear in such a way so quickly. Our vehicle is 1 yr. Old with 30,000 miles on it. He was told it was ok, but the tires on the car at time of purchase weren't meant to last very long, anyway. He took the car to a local - trusted - tire company and had the tires replaced. We have been told that our dealer isn't aware of any recalls and/or complaints on any of these issues, but after researching the internet, I have come across more than enough complaints to make me wonder if I've made a huge/costly mistake in trusting the Toyota name and past reputation, especially with 3 children who were put at risk and a monthly car payment!.

Rotten egg (or worse) smell inside vehicle, the same as in my 1999 Toyota Camry. Visits to dealers with 1999 was no help. Just recently found out about service bulletin & had quarter vent duct assembly replaced. Same smell in 2003 Toyota Camry. Dealer said it no longer has vents so no problem. Could not get work order receipt to prove I was at dealers with this complaint. Th/MA.

Rotten egg smell comes into the car. Doesn't matter if the window is closed or opened. I will be contacting the dealer today. My 2003 Camry was a demo so I'm sure whoever was driving it had to have noticed the smell. Nobody said a word to me about this. I felt this was underhanded by the dealership. I decided to investigate further to see if anyone else has complained of the same problem and went to the internet to see of there were other complaints and I found on your site. So now I know there is a problem.

The check engine light was intermittent, and the emission valve(s) needed to be replaced. Mr scc.

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Have very serious concerns with brake system on my car. Brakes repaired on numerous occasions . Consumer feel this problem could lead to a serious automobile accident if not corrected. Nar the rear brakes were noisy and made a grinding sound. . Read more...

Evaporative control system: vehicle purchased new. At 43,219 mjiles check engine light came on. Dealer test forund defective vacume contro valve. Dealer replaced at a cost to me of $85. 98. At 49,597 miles engine check light came on again. Dealer test reveled leaking charcoal canister. Dealer advised replacement would cost $438. 54. Dealer indicated part was not a warranty item.