5.2

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
18,760 miles

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problem #4

Dec 102002

Camry

  • 75,041 miles
There was a problem with the rack and pinion. While driving the consumer heard a loud noise, viewed smoke coming from the engine area, and immediately the engine died. The dealer was contacted and stated that a rod had blown a hole through the engine block. Also, the turn signal malfunctioned. Scc dealer recommended engine block be replaced. Timing and drive belts replaced.

- Fremont, CA, USA

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problem #3

Nov 271998

Camry

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Left turn signal light failed.

- Cypress, CA, USA

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problem #2

Feb 011999

(reported on)

Camry

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Left turn signal in not working properly.

- Cypress, CA, USA

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problem #1

Oct 011998

Camry

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Turn signal bulb failed.

- Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA, USA

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