Table 1 shows seven common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1996 Toyota Corolla. The number one most common problem is related to the engine noise (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the gasoline engine (two problems).
The vehicle upon reaching 70+ mph, emits a loud engine noise, and this noise gets louder as I driver faster. I have to turn up the radio or talk louder because of the noise. It sounds like the engine is going to explode. Each time I hear this noise, it upsets me. Read details...
Vehicle caught fire. Read details...
Oil sludge build-up caused engine to cease. Brought car to local Toyota dealer(ak Toyota,gu) and Toyota machanics tore the engine apart and then I was informed that to repair this engine it will cost over $6,000. 00, because the warranty did not cover damages caused by engine sludge. Sincerely, ben. Read details...