10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
116 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
50 / 3
Average Mileage:
45,481 miles

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problem #51

May 202007

Camry

  • 31,000 miles
Two (2) separate incidents: Both times, accelerator stuck and car had to be put into neutral and brake pedal and parking brake used to stop vehicle. Definitely nothing stuck on/under accelerator either time. Had to turn off the engine asap to stop the engine from racing to very high rpms. 1. happened first when parallel parking the car. Speed < 5mph. Approx may, 2007. Clear weather. Approx 60 degrees. Happened again when car was restarted immediately. Car was parked for several hours. Started and operated ok when restarted after this break. 2. happened again when approaching a stop sign from about 45 mph. Approx Sept, 2008. Partly cloudy weather. No rain. Approx 60 degrees. Car was then parked for several hours. Operated ok when restarted after this break. Not sure of exact dates but it could be reconstructed from dealer records, if necessary. Took to two separate Toyota dealers and was told by each: "...nothing wrong with car". "can't duplicate the problem." "keep an eye on it..."

- Lake Villa, IL, USA

problem #50

Aug 052009

Camry

  • 30,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. The contact was traveling in a parking lot at less than 1 mph. There was slight pressure applied to the accelerator pedal; followed by an unintended increase in acceleration. After a few minutes pressure was applied to the brake pedal with force and the vehicle failed to slow down and crashed into a tree. The police and ambulance were not notified. The driver sustained injury to the left knee. The contact was able to drive the vehicle from the scene with caution. An auto body collision mechanic stated that there were damages to the front end of the vehicle with an estimated repair cost of $500. The contact had concerns of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 30,000. The current mileages was 43,000.

- Torrance, CA, USA

problem #49

Aug 152007

Camry

  • miles
Driving 2004 toytoa Camry when sudden acceleration occurred and vehicle ran into a senior center building. No one was killed, but the car has major damage.

- Kent, WA, USA

problem #48

Aug 162009

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 26,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry 4-cylinder vehicle which was purchased in 2004. While driving speeds of less than 2 mph there was an unexpected surge at 3,000 rpms, the vehicle rapidly accelerated and the contact almost crashed into the garage. An independent mechanic stated that there was a faulty computer chip in the gas pedal. The computer chip was replaced at the owner's expense for $750. The manufacturer advised the contact that they would call him back after they spoke with management. The failure and current mileages were approximately 26,000. The consumer stated during testing of the vehicle to determine the cause of the unintended acceleration, the drivers floor mat was in the trunk of the vehicle. The entire gas pedal assembly was replaced as a unit with the computer chip/sensor attached. Updated 10/23/09

- Monrovia, CA, USA

problem #47

May 222009

Camry

  • 45,960 miles
2004 Camry VIN experienced unintended acceleration (surging) after applying brake to come to full stop. I examined the position of my feet after stopping, and turning off ignition to cancel surging. Left foot was on footrest in driver footwell. Right foot was on brake. This is the second instance of unintended acceleration in approximately three months. Mileage was 45960. No parts have been replaced yet. I will contact a dealer to determine if there is a recall. Previous experience with intermittent problems have led to "no diagnosis" by dealerships.

- Suffern, NY, USA

problem #46

Oct 172008

Camry

  • 54,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal lightly and the vehicle accelerated abnormally. Three months later, the failure recurred and the contact crashed into another vehicle. The vehicle sustained moderate damage, but there were no injuries. A police report was filed. The dealer stated that the sensor on the accelerator pedal was the cause of the failure. The sensor was replaced. The manufacturer offered a verbal apology, but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 54,000 and current mileage was 63,000. Updated 03-30-09 updated 03/31/09

- Pleasant Prairie, WI, USA

problem #45

Sep 042008

Camry

  • 40,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. While driving 2 mph, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle crashed into the curb and a wall. The vehicle was moderately damaged. The contact called the manufacturer and is waiting to have the vehicle inspected to determine the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 40,000.

- Aliso Viejp, CA, USA

problem #44

Apr 032007

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 45,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. On April 4, 2008, the contact heard a rattling sound coming from the vehicle while approaching a stop. The vehicle surged forward and the power steering and brakes locked. The vehicle then sped across the street, grazed a retaining wall, and struck a fence in someone's backyard. The vehicle also grazed another vehicle. The contact sustained injuries and was rushed to the hospital. She stated that she experienced a milder incident of surging before, but she had more control over the vehicle in the first few months after purchasing it in April of 2007. A police report was filed. The contact had not yet notified Toyota. The current mileage was 47,000 and failure mileage was 45,000. Updated 04/23/08

- Faugus, MA, USA

problem #43

Dec 162006

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 45,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. In an attempt to park the vehicle, it surged forward and struck a post. The contact placed her foot on the brake pedal, shifted into reverse, and released the brake when the vehicle accelerated backwards, sideswiped a vehicle, jumped a curve, and struck another vehicle before coming to a stop. The front passenger sustained head injuries and the vehicle sustained approximately $9,000 worth of damages. A police report was filed. The speed was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 45,000.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #42

Aug 302007

Camry 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 38,110 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. The consumer stated when she attempted to park the vehicle with her foot on the brake, suddenly the vehicle accelerated without warning and crashed into a plate glass window of a business and through the building. The tires were still spinning after the crash. An insurance claim was filed. The vehicle has not been inspected by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 38,110. Updated 10/03/04 the consumer stated she never took her foot off the brake. Updated 06/15/10.

- Agoura Hills, CA, USA

problem #41

Mar 072007

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 26,190 miles
- the contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. While coming out of the car wash and switching the position gear from neutral to drive the vehicle accelerated to almost 50 mph for about 20-30 seconds, causing it to crash into a pole. The contact tried to apply the brake, but could not stop the vehicle. Contact can provide pictures if needed. The current and failure mileage were both 26,190. The consumer stated that the vehicle was taken into performance and repaired. The vehicle would shake and veer to the right. Performance Dodge picked up vehicle for a 2nd repair and informed the consumer that a damp mount on right side of the vehicle was missing. The vehicle was delivered to consumer on 4/27/07 but consumer is still fearful to drive the vehicle. Updated 05/13/07

- Lincoln, NE, USA

problem #40

Oct 182006

Camry

  • Automatic transmission
  • 35,000 miles
The vehicle is a 2004 Toyota Camry. On four separate occasions, the vehicle surged when the driver depressed the brake pedal without depressing the accelerator pedal. The Toyota dealer inspected the vehicle and reported no problems.

- Yardley, PA, USA

problem #39

Mar 142004

Camry

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,000 miles
My mother and friend started out for church, the friend had come to pick her up when the 2004 Toyota Camry with less than 3000 miles on it was having difficulty shifting into reverse, then when she shifted into drive the car accelerated uncontrollably est speed on 80 - 92 mile a hour in less than 250 ft when the car hit a mobile home. They hit so hard it moved double wide almost a foot. Killing my mother the passenger and injury to her friend the driver. No air bag deployed and when Toyota was contacted they refused to speck to us. Attorneys have said that Toyota is so big, not cost affective....so I watch and in two years there are many many more now....how many more have to die before something is done. See also 10074472.

- Bangor, CA, USA

problem #38

Oct 072006

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 39,000 miles
I was entering a parking space. My Toyota Camry (2004), had a surge of acceleration while I was depressing the brake. It would not stop causing my vehicle to lunge forward through a parking sign and a cement curve. The air bags failed to deploy at the time to crash.

- Visalia, CA, USA

problem #37

Jul 232006

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 12,000 miles
: the contact stated while inside of a public parking garage the vehicle surged forward crashing into three poles and a ticket machine. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who could not duplicate the problem. Updated 8/14/2006 - the impact caused whiplash and pain in the consumer's neck. This problem has occurred before and resulted in an accident. The consumer believes the pedals may be too close together causing him to hit them simultaneously while braking. The consume believes the head rest are too low to prevent whiplash.

- Silver Spring, MD, USA

problem #36

May 012005

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 18,000 miles
: the contact stated while turning into the driveway at 10 mph the vehicle surged forward jumped the curb and crashed into several scrubs. This incident occurred without prior warning. There was pre impact braking. Seat belts were in use however injuries were sustained. The vehicle was inspected by the insurance company prior to being towed to an independent auto shop for repairs. The vehicle had major damage to the front end and the mechanic was unable to determine what caused this incident. The manufacturer was alerted.

- Woodland Hills, CA, USA

problem #35

May 082006

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 14,788 miles
: the contact stated the vehicle accelerated out of control 3 times when pulling into a parking space. The consumer neve rhit anothe rperson or car. She lid in a retirement home with others who park in a crowded lot. The contact believed that a defect caused these three incidents. Updated 06/01/2006.

- Greensboro, NC, USA

problem #34

Jan 102004

Camry 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 10 miles
I own a 2004 Camry SE with the 3.3 liter V6. Ever since we purchased this car we have put up with a terrible hesitation in throttle response. Many times we have nearly been hit by other cars while pulling into the flow of traffic. I have taken it to the dealership and spoken with the manager as well as met with the regional Toyota rep. They both acknowledged that this is an issue but offered no resolution.

- Dover, NH, USA

problem #33

Mar 252006

Camry 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 16,000 miles
Sudden acceleration of our 2004 Toyota Camry xle after slowing down and making a 100 degree right turn into the garage. The car accelerated on its own for 90 feet, side-swiped our Jeep parked in the garage, and then took out the load bearing wall at the rear right of the garage. Car has 16K miles on it and has been garaged at all times. Insurance adjuster says there appears to be a problem, but cannot figure it out since this is car relies on electronic control throughout.

- Broad Run, VA, USA

problem #32

Nov 012004

Camry

  • miles
Consumer pressed gas pedal and vehicle did not accelerate, three seconds later vehicle lunged forward. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer was able to duplicate the problem but was unable to determine the cause. About 17 months later the vehicles was repaired. Updated

- Perth Amboy, NJ, USA

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