1989 TOYOTA CAMRY
3 recalls, 138 complaints - 27 TSBs
16V396000 Jun 2, 2016
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Defect Description
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Priu... Read more
Consequence
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
92V135000 Sep 22, 1992
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR THE POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM CAN FAIL, CAUSING THE CONTACTS TO "WELD", AND RESULTING IN DOOR LOCK SOLENOID DAMAGE, WITH FAILURE OF THE DOOR TO LOCK OR UNLOCK, EVEN UNDER MANUAL OPERATION.
Consequence
IF THE DOOR FAILS TO OPEN AFTER ECU FAILURE, VEHICLEOCCUPANTS WOULD HAVE INCREASED DIFFICULTY EXITING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY.
Remedy
INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL SUBCIRCUIT RELAY CONTROL TO PREVENT MALFUNCTION OF ORIGINAL RELAYS IN THE ECU.
89V175000 Oct 18, 1989
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect Description
OCCUPANT RELEASE OF THE LAP BELT IN A CERTAIN MANNER COULD CAUSE THE BELT RETRACTOR TO LOCK AT THE RETRACTED AND STOWED POSITION.
Consequence
SEAT BELTS MAY BE UNUSABLE OR OCCUPANTS MAY BEDISCOURAGED FROM USING BELTS, INCREASING THEIR POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN ANACCIDENTAL OR SUDDEN STOP.
Remedy
REPLACE LAP BELT WITH A REDESIGNED BELT GUIDE.
Complaint Statistics
138 total complaints
14 crashes 3 fires 10 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | 14 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 12 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 12 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 11 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 8 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 4 |
| TIRES | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 4 |
SEAT BELTS
Jul 17, 2023
Incident date: Jul 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while her son was driving at 30 MPH, after becoming briefly distracted, the vehicle ahead dramatically reduced speeds, and as a result, he collided with the rear of that vehicle. After this, the seat belt failed to restrain him, and he hit hi... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 25, 2019
Incident date: Mar 19, 2019
PASSENGERS DOOR WILL MOT UNLOCK. EITHER BY ELECTRIC DOOR LOCK OR BY PULLING UP THE UNLOCK BOTTON. 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY RECALL - #92V135000 RECALL FOR LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES : DOORS : LATCH THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR THE POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM CAN FAIL, CAUSING THE CONTACTS TO "WELD", AND... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 31, 2018
Incident date: Mar 30, 2018
GOT EMAIL SAYING 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY ON RECALL LIST BECAUSE OF ENGINE PISTON PROBLEMS
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 14, 2017
Incident date: Feb 22, 1999
CAR STALLS WHILE EITHER GOING DOWN THE STREET, OR AT A STOPLIGHT. MY FEAR IS THAT I WILL GET REAR-ENDED. AND, ALSO EMBARRASSING AND FRUSTRATING. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 1989 NEW. IT HAPPENS SEVERAL TIMES A YEAR. IT IS ALWAYS WHEN WEATHER CONDITIONS ARE WET/DAMP. I CAN FEEL IT ST... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Sep 29, 2016
Incident date: Sep 28, 2016
THE SHOULDER HARNESS ON THIS CAR MOVES IN A TRACK TO GET OUT OF THE WAY WHEN THE DRIVER OPENS THE DOOR, AND TO MOVE TO THE OTHER END OF THE TRACK TO SECURE THE DRIVER WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED. IT IS A DUMB DESIGN. THIS CAR IS OLD, AND DESPITE MY MECHANIC'S BEST EFFORTS, THE MOTION TO GET OUT OF T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 19, 2014
Incident date: Sep 12, 2011
I BOUGHT A 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY ABOUT 3 YEARS AGO FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. IT NOW HAS 250,000 MILES ON IT. SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR I'VE HAD TROUBLE WITH THE GAS PEDAL STICKING. I DID NOT SEE THIS YEAR LISTED ON THE RECALL LIST. YOU REALLY HAVE TO PUSH HARD ON IT WHEN YOU PUT IT IN DRIVE TO GET THE CAR T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 19, 2014
Incident date: Sep 12, 2011
I BOUGHT A 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY ABOUT 3 YEARS AGO FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. IT NOW HAS 250,000 MILES ON IT. SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR I'VE HAD TROUBLE WITH THE GAS PEDAL STICKING. I DID NOT SEE THIS YEAR LISTED ON THE RECALL LIST. YOU REALLY HAVE TO PUSH HARD ON IT WHEN YOU PUT IT IN DRIVE TO GET THE CAR T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 19, 2014
Incident date: Sep 12, 2011
I BOUGHT A 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY ABOUT 3 YEARS AGO FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. IT NOW HAS 250,000 MILES ON IT. SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR I'VE HAD TROUBLE WITH THE GAS PEDAL STICKING. I DID NOT SEE THIS YEAR LISTED ON THE RECALL LIST. YOU REALLY HAVE TO PUSH HARD ON IT WHEN YOU PUT IT IN DRIVE TO GET THE CAR T... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Oct 7, 2014
Incident date: Oct 4, 2014
1989 TOYOTA CAMRY'S DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE POWER DOOR LOCKS STUCK IN LOCKED POSITION. UNABLE TO EXIT VEHICLE FROM FRONT SEATS. UNABLE TO UNLOCK FRONT DOORS MANUALLY FROM INSIDE VEHICLE. UNABLE TO UNLOCK FRONT DOORS USING KEY FROM OUTSIDE VEHICLE. SAFETY ISSUE ALONG WITH INCONVENIENCE WHE... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Oct 7, 2014
Incident date: Oct 4, 2014
1989 TOYOTA CAMRY'S DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE POWER DOOR LOCKS STUCK IN LOCKED POSITION. UNABLE TO EXIT VEHICLE FROM FRONT SEATS. UNABLE TO UNLOCK FRONT DOORS MANUALLY FROM INSIDE VEHICLE. UNABLE TO UNLOCK FRONT DOORS USING KEY FROM OUTSIDE VEHICLE. SAFETY ISSUE ALONG WITH INCONVENIENCE WHE... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
May 19, 2014
Incident date: May 17, 2014
AUTOMATIC LOCKS LOCK DOWN, CANNOT OPEN CAR. *JS
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Jun 19, 2013
Incident date: Jun 19, 2013
I HAVE A 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY AND I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL(92V135000) ON THE DOOR ASSEMBLY WITH THE LATCHES AND LOCKS WELL I CALLED THE DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE MAINTENANCE WAS ALREADY DONE ON THE CAR BUT NOW I HAVE BOTH BACK DOORS THAT WONT OPEN AT ALL, AND I BELIEVE THIS IS THE CAUS... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jun 19, 2013
Incident date: Jun 19, 2013
I HAVE A 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY AND I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL(92V135000) ON THE DOOR ASSEMBLY WITH THE LATCHES AND LOCKS WELL I CALLED THE DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE MAINTENANCE WAS ALREADY DONE ON THE CAR BUT NOW I HAVE BOTH BACK DOORS THAT WONT OPEN AT ALL, AND I BELIEVE THIS IS THE CAUS... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 10, 2011
Incident date: Jul 8, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED, SHE WAS CRASHED INTO FROM THE REAR AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS ALSO FILED. THE DEALER AND MANUFAC... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 5, 2010
Incident date: Jun 15, 1996
I HAVE A FRIEND THAT IS A LADY THAT HAD A 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY THAT WOULD REFUSE TO USE THE CRUISE CONTROL BECAUSE THE GAS PEDAL WOULD GET STUCK. I TRIED IT AND SURE ENOUGH IT DID GET STUCK WHEN YOU HAD THE CRUISE CONTROL ON AND YOU ACCELERATED. APPLYING THE BRAKES DID NOT UNSTICK THE PEDAL. I OPENED... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Aug 5, 2009
Incident date: Aug 4, 2009
1989 RECALL ON TOYOTA CAMRY FOR WELDED DOOR SOLENOID HAS EXPIRED? HOW IS THIS POSSIBLE? SO WAT ARE WE SUPPOSED TO DO WIITH THE CAR> IT'S UNSAFE TO DRIVE NOT HAVING BOTH DOORS OPERATIONAL! WHAT IS THE NHTSA FOR? WHAT ARE RECALLS FOR? I GUESS ITS MORE IOMP[ORTANT TO REWARD MIDDLE CLASS IND... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Mar 2, 2006
Incident date: Mar 2, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE TRUNK LID OPENS, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR GOT STUCK AND WOULD NOT OPEN PROPERLY, THE DRIVER SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT AND THE POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICES ARE INOPERABLE. THE DEALERSHIP AND MANUFACTURER WERE ALERTED HOWEVER NO REPAIRS WERE MADE.
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Mar 2, 2006
Incident date: Mar 2, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE TRUNK LID OPENS, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR GOT STUCK AND WOULD NOT OPEN PROPERLY, THE DRIVER SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT AND THE POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICES ARE INOPERABLE. THE DEALERSHIP AND MANUFACTURER WERE ALERTED HOWEVER NO REPAIRS WERE MADE.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Mar 2, 2006
Incident date: Mar 2, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE TRUNK LID OPENS, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR GOT STUCK AND WOULD NOT OPEN PROPERLY, THE DRIVER SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT AND THE POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICES ARE INOPERABLE. THE DEALERSHIP AND MANUFACTURER WERE ALERTED HOWEVER NO REPAIRS WERE MADE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Mar 2, 2006
Incident date: Mar 2, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE TRUNK LID OPENS, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR GOT STUCK AND WOULD NOT OPEN PROPERLY, THE DRIVER SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT AND THE POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICES ARE INOPERABLE. THE DEALERSHIP AND MANUFACTURER WERE ALERTED HOWEVER NO REPAIRS WERE MADE.
TIRES
Jan 24, 2005
Incident date: Apr 5, 2004
THE DRIVER'S REAR TIRE HAD AN AIR POCKET ON THE SIDEWALL, WHICH WAS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE, MAKING THE ABILITY TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT. THE CONSUMER HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIR FOR A TOTAL OF 3 TIMES.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
May 14, 2004
VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS THAT WERE STUCK IN THE LOCKED POSITION. THIS VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR 1992 RECALL CONCERNING THE SAME PROBLEM. CURRENTLY, ALL THE DOORS WERE LOCKED EXCEPT THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHICH WAS JIMMIED TO GAIN ENTRANCE. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Jan 27, 2004
Incident date: Dec 25, 2003
DEFECTIVE CRUISE CONTROL CAUSED WIDE OPEN THROTTLE THAT LED TO A FATAL ACCIDENT. *JB UPDATED 03/05/10 *BF UPDATED 09/28/10 UPDATED 9/21/2011*CW
Crash
1 deaths
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Sep 5, 2002
Incident date: Sep 1, 2002
CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REMEDIED UNDER RECALL NO 92V135000 FOR THE DOOR LOCKS. PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. PASSENGER FRONT DOOR LOCK IS FUSED AND DOOR CAN NOT BE OPENED FROM IN OR OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT ALL OTHER DOOR LOCKS ARE NOW FAILING AND ONLY WORK INTERMIT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 31, 2002
THE ENGINE HEAD GASKET FAILED. *YH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jun 13, 2002
Incident date: Jun 13, 2001
WHILE TURNING A CORNER AT 25 MPH VEHICLE SHUTOFF, THERE WAS NO WARNING. CONSUMER WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
May 10, 2002
Incident date: Mar 1, 2002
FRONT PASSENGER SIDE DOOR POWER LOCK HAS COMPLETELY SHUT ITSELF DOWN, DOOR DID NOT OPEN AT ALL. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER. DEALER STATED THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. HOWEVER, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURED, CONSUMER CONTACTED SEVERAL DEALERS REGARDING THE PROBLEM. *AK DEALER REFUSED TO FIX RECALL CAMPAIGN 9... Read more
WHEELS
Apr 2, 2002
Incident date: Mar 27, 2002
WHILE DRIVING 20-25 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING FRONT PASSENGER'S TIRE FELL OF RIM. *AK *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Aug 16, 2001
Incident date: Aug 7, 2001
WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH ON HIGHWAY CONSUMER STEPPED ON BRAKES AND THERE WERE NONE. IN ORDER TO STOP VEHICLE HAD TO DOWN SHIFT AND USE HAND BRAKE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Aug 8, 2001
Incident date: Aug 1, 2001
DOOR LOCKS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. SOMETIMES WHEN PUSHING UNLOCKED BUTTON DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK. REAR PASSENGER DOOR DOES NOT LOCK ALL THE TIME. *AK PASSENGER SIDE DOOR UNLOCK BUTTON DOES NOT WORK, PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCK DOES NOT WORK ALL THE TIME, ALL DOORS MUST BE OPENED FROM DRIVER SID... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jul 23, 2001
Incident date: Jul 10, 2001
THE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT RESTRAINTS ON THIS VEHICLE WON'T LOCK WHEN YOU PULL ON SEAT BELT,OR SHOULDER RESTRANT. I HAVE A 2000 TOYOTA AVALON AND WHEN I PULL ON THE WHEN BUCKELED UP IT LOCKS. THERE FOR I FEEL THAT THE RESTRANTS ARE NOT WORKING IN THE 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY. I CALLED TOYOTA 1-800-331-4331 ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Mar 7, 2001
Incident date: Jul 24, 2000
MY CAR ALSO HAS SOME WEIRD ELECTIRCAL PROBLEMS WITH THE DOORS AND LIGHTS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Mar 7, 2001
Incident date: Jul 24, 2000
MY CAR ALSO HAS SOME WEIRD ELECTIRCAL PROBLEMS WITH THE DOORS AND LIGHTS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 7, 2001
Incident date: Jul 24, 2000
MY CAR ALSO HAS SOME WEIRD ELECTIRCAL PROBLEMS WITH THE DOORS AND LIGHTS.*AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Feb 12, 2001
Incident date: Jan 1, 2000
WHILE CLOSING DOOR SEAT BELTS WILL NOT RETRACT INTO SHOULDER PLACEMENT FOR TRAVELING. *AK
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jan 31, 2001
Incident date: Jan 26, 2001
POWER DOOR LOCK IN DRIVER CONTROL PANEL FAILS TO RESPOND. AFTER THE DOOR HAS BEEN LOCKED, IT WILL NOT RESPOND TO UNLOCKING BY POWER CONTROL, NOR CAN THE DOOR BE OPENED MANUALLY. THE ONLY WAY TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IS BY OPENING THE POWER WINDOW AND USING THE HANDLE LOCATED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE DRIVE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jan 31, 2001
Incident date: Jan 26, 2001
POWER DOOR LOCK IN DRIVER CONTROL PANEL FAILS TO RESPOND. AFTER THE DOOR HAS BEEN LOCKED, IT WILL NOT RESPOND TO UNLOCKING BY POWER CONTROL, NOR CAN THE DOOR BE OPENED MANUALLY. THE ONLY WAY TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IS BY OPENING THE POWER WINDOW AND USING THE HANDLE LOCATED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE DRIVE... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Jan 18, 2001
CAR DIES IN IDLE AFTER FREEWAY RUN. THREE YEAR HISTORY OF PROBLEM, SINCE 90,000 MI. NOT FIXED BY VALVE JOB, DISTRIBUTER CAP/ROTOR REPLACEMENT, OR TUNE UP. CAR ALSO SURGES SOMETIMES AT IDLE WITH A/C ON.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Jan 18, 2001
CAR DIES IN IDLE AFTER FREEWAY RUN. THREE YEAR HISTORY OF PROBLEM, SINCE 90,000 MI. NOT FIXED BY VALVE JOB, DISTRIBUTER CAP/ROTOR REPLACEMENT, OR TUNE UP. CAR ALSO SURGES SOMETIMES AT IDLE WITH A/C ON.
TIRES
Sep 26, 2000
THE KUMHO STEEL BELTED RADIAL 771 TIRES ON THE VEHICLE TO NOT RESPOND WELL AND CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO SLIDE THROUGH INTERSECTIONS AND SPIN EXCESSIVELY. *MJS
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Sep 22, 2000
Incident date: Jul 7, 2000
PASSENGER FRONT DOOR POWER LOCK FUSED SHUT. DEALER IN SHAWNEE, KS CLAIMED THAT CAMPAGIN NUMBER 92V135000 WAS PERFOMED AT ROCHESTER NY DEALER IN 1994. TOYOTA AUTHORIZED DEALER TO CHECK RELAY TO SEE IF CAMPAIGN WAS PERFORMED. INSPECTION AT DEALER CONFIRMS RELAY INSTALLED, BUT DOOR IS STILL FUSED SH... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Sep 22, 2000
Incident date: Jun 1, 1997
WATER LEAKS IN THROUGH DRIVER'S SEAT BELT AUTO-TRACK WHEN DRIVING AFTER A RAIN STORM WHILE CAR WAS SITTING. REAR FLOOR IS SOAKED WITH WATER. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 5, 2000
NO SUMMARY
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
May 4, 2000
Incident date: Sep 9, 1999
WHEN CONSUMER APPLIES BRAKES PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR, AND THE BRAKES DON'T GRAB. WHEN IT RAINS THE BRAKES LOCK UP. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Mar 2, 2000
FUSES ON THE CAR BLOW WHEN CAR IS PUT IN REVERSE, ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO HAVE GONE WACKO BRAKE LIGHT FUSE BLOWS WITH NO APPARENT REASON AND WHEN DRIVING ON 03/01/00 HEADLIGHTS WENT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. NO ACCIDENT LUCKILY ALL CAME BACK AFTER REPLACING FUSES. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jan 2, 2000
Incident date: Jan 2, 2000
THR DASH LIGHTS AND HIGH BEAM ON THE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, THE DOOR LOCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT WORK, THE SHOULDER BELT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT WORK, AND THE LIGHTS ON THE SIDE OF THE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, IT HAS BEEN THAT WAY SINCE THE CAR WAS AT 64000 MILES AND ITS THAT WAY BEFO... Read more
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 2, 2000
Incident date: Jan 2, 2000
THR DASH LIGHTS AND HIGH BEAM ON THE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, THE DOOR LOCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT WORK, THE SHOULDER BELT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT WORK, AND THE LIGHTS ON THE SIDE OF THE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, IT HAS BEEN THAT WAY SINCE THE CAR WAS AT 64000 MILES AND ITS THAT WAY BEFO... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Jan 2, 2000
Incident date: Jan 2, 2000
THR DASH LIGHTS AND HIGH BEAM ON THE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, THE DOOR LOCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT WORK, THE SHOULDER BELT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT WORK, AND THE LIGHTS ON THE SIDE OF THE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, IT HAS BEEN THAT WAY SINCE THE CAR WAS AT 64000 MILES AND ITS THAT WAY BEFO... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Jan 2, 2000
Incident date: Jan 2, 2000
THR DASH LIGHTS AND HIGH BEAM ON THE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, THE DOOR LOCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT WORK, THE SHOULDER BELT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT WORK, AND THE LIGHTS ON THE SIDE OF THE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, IT HAS BEEN THAT WAY SINCE THE CAR WAS AT 64000 MILES AND ITS THAT WAY BEFO... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 26, 1999
Incident date: Dec 1, 1999
THROTTLE STICKS; ENGINE DOES NOT RETURN TO IDLE UPON DECELERATION. *AK
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 23.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 28.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 24.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 22.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 22.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY
27 manufacturer communications from 17 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 10 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 2 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 1 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 1 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS) | 1 |
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
T-SB-0032-20 Rev
Feb 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-SB-0304-17 Obs
Apr 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
T-SB-0032-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The a
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jul 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jan 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89
T-SB-0144-08_Obs
Nov 21, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0304-17
Oct 27, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis
TSB018217
Jan 6, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
TS-BO030-01 Obso
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
T-SB-0185-13
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
T-PG007-01
May 4, 2001
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Replacement vin plates.
T-PG002-91
Jan 18, 1991
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Product general information.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA CAMRY
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA12006
Opened: Jun 14, 2012 , Closed: Feb 12, 2013
Power Window Master Switch Fire
On October 10, 2012, Toyota initiated a safety recall of approximately 2.5 million U.S. vehicles involving the following models and model years:2007-2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2008 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007-2009 RAV4, 2008-2009 Scion xB and xD, 2008-20... Read more
PE12002
Opened: Feb 6, 2012 , Closed: Jun 14, 2012
Power Window Master Switch Fire
ODI has identified certain Toyota vehicles experiencing a higher rate of fire and thermal event incidents among all Toyota vehicles that use the same power window master switch design.They include a total of approximately 1.4 million model year (MY) 2007 through 2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4 and Ya... Read more
DP06003
Opened: Sep 14, 2006 , Closed: Apr 3, 2007
ENGINE SURGING
THE PETITIONER OWNS A MY 2006 TOYOTA CAMRY WITH A 4-CYLINDER ENGINE THAT WAS PURCHASED NEW IN JANUARY 2006. THE PETITIONER ALSO PREVIOUSLY OWNED A MY 2005 CAMRY. HE ALLEGES THAT BOTH VEHICLES EXHIBITED VEHICLE ENGINE SURGING, WHICH HE DESCRIBED AS A SHORT DURATION (1 TO 2 SECOND) INCREASE IN ENGINE ... Read more
PE02079
Opened: Oct 22, 2002 , Closed: Mar 18, 2003
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
ODI'S DATA ANALYSIS FOUND THE FIRES RATES TO BE CONSISTENTLY LOW AND EVENLY DISTRIBUTED AMONG SIX MODEL YEARS AND SIX DIFFERENT ENGINE CONFIGURATIONS.ODI EXAMINED A VARIETY OF ROOT CAUSES, THOSE BEING DETONATION (RESULTING IN OIL PAN PUNCTURE FROM CONNECTING ROD), STARTER FIRES, VARIOUS FUEL RELATED... Read more
PE01024
Opened: Jul 18, 2001 , Closed: Jan 29, 2002
SUSPENSION COIL SPRING
RQ99020
Opened: Oct 6, 1999
STEERING WHEEL DETACHMENT
OBATINED RECALL 99V-307
PE97034
Opened: Jul 16, 1997 , Closed: Nov 28, 1997
IGNITION INTERLOCK FAILURE
EA97014
Opened: Jun 3, 1997 , Closed: Jul 14, 1998
STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION/DISENGAGEMENT
BY LETTER DATED JULY 8, 1998, THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED NHTSA OF IT DECISION TO INITIATE A SAFETY RECALL OF APPROXIMATELY 105,000 OF THE SUBJECT 1994 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES BUILT IN JAPAN.THIS SAFETY RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE THE ESTIMATED 218,000 SIMILAR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED STATES.NHTSA H... Read more
PE97004
Opened: Jan 29, 1997 , Closed: Jun 3, 1997
STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION/DISENGAGEMENT
FURTHER INFORMATION AND DATA ARE REQUIRED TO FULLY ASSESS THIS ISSUE.OF SPECIFIC AND IMMEDIATE CONCERN ARE MANUFACTURING/ASSEMBLY/QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES EMPLOYED TO ENSURE PROPER INSTALLATION OF THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE SAME STEERING COMPONENTS.FOR THE REASONS STATED ... Read more
PE96040
Opened: May 22, 1996 , Closed: Sep 4, 1996
ENGINE COMPARTMENT HOOD SUPPORT FAILURES
COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT THE HOD SUPPORT STRUTS FAIL CAUSING THE HOOD TO FALL ONTO OWNERS CAUSING INJURES.
EA93032
Opened: Dec 27, 1993 , Closed: Nov 30, 1994
ALLEGED BATTERY EXPLOSIONS
There is no summary currently available
PE93074
Opened: Aug 27, 1993 , Closed: Dec 27, 1993
ALLEGED BATTERY FAILURES
There is no summary currently available
EA93010
Opened: Apr 26, 1993 , Closed: Sep 29, 1993
UNDER DASH FIRES
There is no summary currently available
EA92044
Opened: Dec 18, 1992 , Closed: Jan 31, 1994
THROTTLE STICKING
There is no summary currently available
PE92088
Opened: Dec 4, 1992 , Closed: Apr 26, 1993
UNDER DASH FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE92065
Opened: Jul 16, 1992 , Closed: Dec 18, 1992
THROTTLE STICKING
There is no summary currently available
EA92013
Opened: May 8, 1992 , Closed: May 12, 1993
STUCK POWER DOOR LOCKS
There is no summary currently available
DP92001
Opened: Jan 6, 1992 , Closed: May 8, 1992
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK MALFUNCTION
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK MALFUNCTION
EA91027
Opened: Jun 6, 1991 , Closed: May 29, 1992
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE91042
Opened: Feb 7, 1991 , Closed: Jun 6, 1991
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
EA90028
Opened: May 29, 1990 , Closed: Feb 28, 1992
PASSIVE SAFETY BELT FAILS
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PE90027
Opened: Dec 15, 1989 , Closed: May 29, 1990
PASSIVE SAFETY BELT WARNIN
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PE90021
Opened: Dec 1, 1989 , Closed: Mar 21, 1990
FAILED SPEED CONTROL
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EA89020
Opened: Mar 22, 1989 , Closed: Nov 16, 1989
FRONT LAP BELT JAMS
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PE89014
Opened: Nov 18, 1988 , Closed: Mar 22, 1989
FRNT SEAT LAP BELT JAMMING
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PE87057
Opened: Sep 10, 1987 , Closed: Mar 30, 1988
IGNITER ASSEMBLY FAILURE
SUMMARY: TOYOTA RECOVERED SOME FAILED IGNITION CONTROL MODULES FROM THEFIELD. INVESTIGATION SHOWED THAT A SOLDER JOINT IN THE POWER TRANSISTOROF THE MODULE WAS SUBJECT TO FAILURE. BECAUSE THE PART IS AN EMISSIONRELATED COMPONENT A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN WAS CONDUCTED.THE PREDOMINANT MOD... Read more
DP86008
Opened: Apr 2, 1986 , Closed: Aug 7, 1986
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
DP85001
Opened: Sep 21, 1984 , Closed: Jan 2, 1985
SHOULDER HARNESS PROBLEM
SHOULDER HARNESS PROBLEM
TOYOTA CAMRY - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TOYOTA CAMRY across all model years (1983, 2025).
149
Total Recalls
23,554
Total Complaints
28
Investigations
3,796
Reported Crashes
572
Reported Fires
200
Reported Deaths
TOYOTA CAMRY - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 197 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 70 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 88 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 87 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 194 | View |
| 2020 | 3 | 375 | View |
| 2019 | 6 | 556 | View |
| 2018 | 8 | 1,083 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 206 | View |
| 2016 | 2 | 249 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 362 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 637 | View |
| 2013 | 2 | 377 | View |
| 2012 | 2 | 807 | View |
| 2011 | 5 | 780 | View |
| 2010 | 9 | 764 | View |
| 2009 | 10 | 1,611 | View |
| 2008 | 8 | 1,139 | View |
| 2007 | 10 | 3,669 | View |
| 2006 | 5 | 393 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 905 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 799 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 946 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 1,183 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 356 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 577 | View |
| 1999 | 2 | 661 | View |
| 1998 | 3 | 751 | View |
| 1997 | 4 | 685 | View |
| 1996 | 7 | 567 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 373 | View |
| 1994 | 3 | 364 | View |
| 1993 | 2 | 334 | View |
| 1992 | 2 | 646 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 186 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 160 | View |
| 1989 (current) | 3 | 138 | |
| 1988 | 4 | 88 | View |
| 1987 | 3 | 70 | View |
| 1986 | 0 | 35 | View |
| 1985 | 0 | 19 | View |
| 1984 | 2 | 10 | View |
| 1983 | 2 | 6 | View |