10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,000 miles

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problem #2

Sep 152004

Camry 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving, the made a loud clanking noise which seemed to be coming from the front. When the consumer stopped and the applied the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated and jerked. The mechanic informed the consumer that the problem could not be duplicated. The driver informed the mechanic that this problem continued to happen over and over and the problem is still there and has not been resolved. Please fill in additional information. The consumers radio went out in the vehicle. The vehicle passenger seat belt sticks. Vehicle trunk light does not work. The driver side adjustable handle does not work. The rubber on the motor mount does not last and breaks. The vehicle jerks repeatedly. The consumer stated that she currently has a permanent back problem due to the adjustable handle not working.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

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problem #1

Aug 012004

Camry 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 10,000 miles
Trunk hinges are cutting into the wire harnness for the tail lights and reverse lights. Fuses for the reverse lights and speedometer have blowen out several times when car is put in reverse. Dealer not notified. Please contact me with any further infomation or advice on this problem.

- Fall River, MA, USA

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