There is a serious problem with the brakes on the 1997 Toyota Camry. The brakes on the vehicle does not last for more than three months, and less.

- Orlando, FL, USA

Near death experience. Brakes have failed at various speeds on numerous occasions originally reported 2 weeks after vehicle purchase. Since then have returned 5 times for brake failure still no solution lives have been in jeapardy feel unsafe in vehicle. Dealer reluctantly complies with original agreement brakes are under warranty please respond asap.

- Nyack, NY, USA

Transmission makes a noise when car is placed in reverse or placed in drive and the engine dies leading to brake failure.

- Belmont, CA, USA

The brakes are constantly squealing, I was told this is normal....the car keeps dying when I am coming to slow down to take right hand turn. Has been dangerous problem, I drive through two rotarys, it has stauled around them. I am very concerned.

- Plymouth, MA, USA

Brakes making a grinding noise. Have had replaced three times, the first time under a manufacturer replacement bulletin. The 2nd time the brakes were replaced was in 6/99 (bryan easler Toyota...excellent service). Third time the brakes were replaced -- 9/2000 at 55,000 miles (Toyota of concord). Grinding noise has started again -- 4 months after replacement with only 8,000 miles on them. I can't believe I've owned this car 3.5 years and have had to replace the brakes so many times. I believe Toyota needs to be held responsible for this problem. A friend, also with a '97 Camry, has the same problem. If it were a cosmetic problem, it would be no big deal. But these are brakes -- a major safety factor. Any help to get this resolved will be appreciated.

- Huntersville, NC, USA

When brake pedal was applied, it felt like enough pressure was not being applied. Brakes would grab and release. Dealer has been contacted. The original rear wheel cylinders were 3/4" and needed to be replaced with 7/8".

- Oviedo, FL, USA

Phone after 7/26 is 847-836-1632. Toyota nor dealer will take any responsibility as their 36 month waranty expired. Since I have not had my minor service done at a Toyota dealership, they say that I show no loyalty and therefore they have no loyalty to me. I asked how many ABS sensors have failed and they give me no reply. Very strongly they have written that their responsibility is 36 months and that is it -- period! no safety defect mentione din summary.

- Skokie, IL, USA

97 Camry 4 cyllinder purchased used (34533 mi) Sept, 99. Within a week noticed: Front grill broken; grinding, scraping noise in front brake system; distinct "chunk" noise primarily in rt fr wheel well area from macpherson strut (lft noisy also);

- Emporia, KS, USA

While driving in rainy conditions consumer tried to put on brakes, and felt the ABS kicking. But, vehicle did not stop.

- Hamden, CT, USA

No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Ossining, NY, USA

Brakes will lock up, will not release even traveling at high speeds, causing mass vibration on car. Unable to stop properly. Have replaced brake caliper system professionally 3 times, works for approx 1 month then system fails again. Unsafe to drive at speeds over 50 miles per hour.

- Lebanon, TN, USA

Brakes lock up, will not release even at high speeds, causing mass vibration or unable to stop properly. Have replaced brake calipers, professionally 3 times. Worked approximately 1 month and situation started again. 1st indication was blakes were rock hard when compressed. As speed increased, vibration increased. Mechanic advised also bolt came loose frm drivetrain, causing boucey effect prior to brake problems.

- Lebanon, TN, USA

Wheels locked up on two occasions; one on a stop, and the other on a wet pavement. Also noticed grinding sound coming from front wheels. Vehicle hesitateing while stopping. Dealer / manufacturer notified.

- Broyeeord, LA, USA

No summary listed for above vehicle.

- San Marcos, CA, USA

When the brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.

- Scarsdale, NY, USA

Upon depressing the brake pedal, consumer noticed a loud grinding noise coming from the front end. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced parts. Problem still occurs.

- Woodheavn, NY, USA

Brakes keeps grinding as if it was metal to metal, causing front end to vibrate and extended stopping distance.

- Olive Branch, MS, USA

Antilock brakes make noise when used. Nlm

- Santa Barb, CA, USA

Brakes make a grinding noise and do not work properly, also front shock absorber were installedmexhaust front pipe was installed.

- Loma Alta, PR, USA

ABS brakes failed several times, once resulting in a collision.

- Downey, CA, USA