Headlights Problems of Toyota Corolla - part 2

The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that the headlights stopped illuminating. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the headlights would not be replaced because the failure was his fault. The contact felt that this was a safety issue. The failure and current mileages were 5,500. The VIN was not available.

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Internal fogging of both headlamp lens. The replacement requires replacing the entire headlight assembly at a ridiculous cost.

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The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that the headlight lenses became foggy and the illumination was lower than normal. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 65,000.

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The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that the headlight lenses were clouded and no longer provided enough lighting at night. The contact cleaned the lenses with a headlight cleaning kit, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was not covered under warranty. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 85,000.

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2005 Toyota Corolla. Consumer states that the headlights covers on his 2005 Toyota Corolla are starting to discolor. The consumer stated as time passed the amount of headlight strength on the road ahead decreased.

The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Corolla ce. The contact stated that the lenses on the exterior lighting have become opaque, which makes it difficult for him to drive in the dark. The opacity of the lens interferes with the light. The dealer claimed that the failure was no longer under warranty. The failure mileage was 25,000. Updated 03/09/09. Updated 03/12/09.

The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that the plastic headlight coverings were discolored, which caused poor visibility while driving at night. The manufacturer stated that the dealer could clean the headlights, which would make them thinner. The contact did not believe that would be effective. The failure mileage was 34,271. Updated 06/09/09 the consumer stated the plastic headlight lens that covers the headlight was starting to discolor. The problem has progressed to the point that he has a difficult time seeing the road at night. Updated 06/10/09. The consumer is concerned about the engine recall. The consumer was informed his vehicle was a part of the recall. He is concerned the engine may shut down before the recall is performed, due to limited parts. Also, the power steering hose, battery, and water pump was replaced. Updated evoq 09/22/10.

We have a serious nighttime driving visibility condition. The auto manufacturers are now making headlights with plastic lens which tend to darken in a relatively short time thereby inhibiting nighttime driving vision especially for older people who need more light than a younger driver. It in my opinion should not be tolerated. The manufacturers should be compelled to go back to glass lenses for safety reasons.

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The plastic headlight lenses are clouded and yellowed and, as a result, obscures the brightness and effectiveness of the headlights. This is a safety hazard for driving at night as the headlight is dimmed to oncoming cars as wells as it lessens visibility for the driver. It should not be the responsibility of the vehicle owner to have the headlight lenses replaced when the cloudiness could be due to possible defective materials as this has not happened to any other car that I've owned and any that belong to other family members and friends. The lenses have gradually clouded starting about 2 years ago.

I bought a 2003 Toyota Corolla from a certified car dealership, and was sold a car that was involved in a major accident and was not reported. The whole front of the car has none of the original parts to the car which depreciated the value of the car, but it was still sold to me as slightly used in great condition,low mileage and suppose to have never been in an any accidents, I also found out the this car did not pass inspection at the time of purchase, I had to bring the car back to the dealership numerous times starting five days after I bought it. I tried giving the car back and they said that there is nothing that they could do because the contract is already signed, and because of the extensive damages to the car they will only give $6,000 for the car when in fact they sold it to me for over $15,000.

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Transmission went out, according to repair shop was defect from company. Less than 115 miles later the engine goes. According to service manager and master technician, engine looked great and could find no problem until discovered the cylinder head was warped and was a "common problem" . Engine and transimission gone within 115 miles of each other.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Corolla ce. The contact stated that the lenses on the exterior lighting have become opaque, which makes it difficult for him to drive in the dark. The opacity of the lens interferes with the light. The dealer claimed that the failure was no longer under warranty. The VIN and mileages were unknown. Updated 3/11/09 updated 03/13/09.

Appears that the drl system mandated by dot can not be deactivated. All military installations madate that a vehicle's headlights be turned off when oing through the security check points. Currently on a 2004 Toyota Corolla. This is impossible. Can not find a dealer who will modify the system due to dot regulations. Dot, dod, and homeland security need to invoke a mandatory requirement that all vehicle manufacturer's provide an override switch. Number of complaints are growing and I am more than sure that citations will be issued. Getting frustrated trying to explain that the headlights can not be turned off.

While driving, all lighting systems was out service. Instrumental lights/ head lights/ brake light and signal light. Dealer notified.

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The headlights on my 2003 Toyota Corolla are unsafe on the dim setting. The high beams are great, but I cannot see at night. There has to be some correction to my lights before I run into something and maybe hurt someone or myself. What can I do. The dealership and the complaint dept. Told me they have had many, many complaints about this. Before something terrible happens, please have this corrected.

The vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall #99v103000 headlights, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.

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Consumer stated the daytime running lights could not be disengaged, which posed a safety hazard when utilizing the washington state ferry. Ferry regulations required head lights to be disengaged while riding. Ts the vehicle had no off switch to disengage the daytime running lights.

Consumer stated had problem with driver's side sun visor. Due to its location and/or design the visor moved the rear view mirror from the adjusted position whenever moved. Consumer can not properly adjust rear view mirror when visor is down. Ts consumer stated that the day time running lights cannot be turned off which is required by law when boarding or debarking the washington state ferry. Also when driver's floor mat is removed from the movable hooks, dirt and debris is spilled onto the carpet.

While traveling on the highway when he apply his highbeam the lamps seam beam the refraction . Causing a problem seeing and a distraction. The dealership is aware of the problem. Mr.

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There appear to be a distracting stray of light when I have my headlights on at night. It is even worse when you have the high beams on. Is there anyway Toyota dealership can take care of this problem?.

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A beam of light comes from the headlights and shoot upwards, like a spot light . This causes a visibility distraction to the driver, especially when driving in fog or under over head trees. Also, reduces the headlights illumination on the road.

While driving at night and put headlights on high beam, lights points upward. There is a glare on front of vehicle. Consumer states while driving, the high beams shoot up towards the sky.

Headlights cannot be adjusted, one beam goes up in the air at 70-80 degrees, the other goes straight ahead.

Both headlights have stray beams on high beam that project upward at a 45 degree angle. Very distracting when driving in light mist conditions. Dealer has attempted to adjust headlights with no effect on condition.

Left headlight demonstrates a distinct ray of light emanating up and out approx. 70-80 degrees perpendicular to the front of the vehicle on both high and low beam operation. Dealer attempts to adjust headlights have not rectified problem. The problem is distracting for the driver and may affect oncoming traffic.

The contact owns a 1998 Toyota Corolla. While driving at night, the headlights were very dim and hindered the contact's visibility. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign numbers: 09e012000 (exterior lighting), 08e050000 (exterior lighting), 06e065000 (exterior lighting), and 06e026000 (exterior lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 118,000.

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Headlights on the 2002 Corolla have been redesigned. They reflect a direct beam straight up. This is very distracting because the beams cross over the wind shield as they point up. This happens when the lights are on high beam. Have no idea how this appears to distant drivers. The engineers need to redo this design.

Was traveling 15-20mph and rear ended another vehicle. This caused hood latch to release hood, and it popped backwards towards windshield. Also, left headlight had popped out. Consumer states air bag did not deploy nad suffered minor injuries.

There is no switch in vehicle that turns headlights off and on. Only way to turn off headlights is to shut off engine. This is unsafe because in a dust storm one is suppose to turn headlights off. Also, if consumer shuts down vehicle in very hot weather he will suffer from the heat. Please provide any further information.

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While driving at night noticed headlights were uneven. Passenger's side was too high while driver's was low. This interfered with visibility. Took to dealership. Mechanic indicated for safety reason it was made like that. Head light will not shine into oncoming driver's vision.

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Headlights ajusted to point 50-60 feet downward position, causing blind spot and poor visibility. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that headlights meet the specifications.

Design of headliight assembly affected visibility problems which could have resulted in a crash. Dealer said it was the design of the headlight system. Please provide further information.

Frequently bulbs blew out, then there was a quick flashing light that indicated one of the bulbs was burned out. This has happened 6 times since consumer has owned vehicle.

When the high-beams are activated, they shine a beam of light vertically from both lenses. The beams formsan "x" that crosses directly in front of the drivers field of vision- it is so pronounced that it lights up trees above the car. I contacted Toyota service and asked if it was a lens problem with my vehicle- they said they have received complaints before but have no plans to redesign headlight lenses. This situation is a distraction to the driver, and affects visability - especially in rain or haze when light beam bounces off and obscures forward vision.