Toyota Camry hybrid 2009 problems
The Toyota Camry (/ˈkæmri/; Japanese: トヨタ・カムリ Toyota Kamuri) is an automobile sold internationally by the Japanese auto manufacturer Toyota since 1982, spanning multiple generations. Originally compact in size (narrow-body), the Camry has grown since the 1990s to fit the mid-size classification (wide-body)—although the two widths co-existed in that decade. Since the release of the wide-bodied versions, Camry has been extolled by Toyota as the firm's second "world car" after the Corolla. As of 2022, the Camry is positioned above the Corolla and below the Avalon or Crown in several markets.
In Japan, Camry was once exclusive to Toyota Corolla Store retail dealerships. Narrow-body cars also spawned a rebadged sibling in Japan, the Toyota Vista (トヨタ・ビスタ)—also introduced in 1982 and sold at Toyota Vista Store locations. Diesel fuel versions have previously retailed at Toyota Diesel Store. The Vista Ardeo was a wagon version of the Vista V50.
Etymology
The name "Camry" derives from the Japanese word kanmuri (ja:冠, かんむり), meaning "crown". This follows Toyota's naming tradition of using the crown name for primary models starting with the Toyota Crown (1955), continuing with the Toyota Corona (1957) and Corolla (1966); the Latin words for "crown" and "small crown", respectively. Maintaining this theme was the Toyota Tiara (1960) named after the "tiara" form of crown. The Atara trim level name used on the Camry in Australia since 2011 means "crown" in Hebrew. The rebadged Camry variant for Japan, the Toyota Scepter (1991)—took its name from "scepter", a royal accessory to a crown.
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Common Toyota Camry hybrid 2009 problems
Based on the information provided in the sources, here are the common problems with the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid as reported by owners:
- Transmission Issues: Some models equipped with an automatic transmission, including the hybrid version, may experience transmission problems. Updating the car's on-board computer with revised software may help resolve this issue. Additionally, worn-out transmission components in used cars can lead to similar troubles, particularly in V6 models.
- Power Steering Leaks: The power steering system in the 2009 Camry Hybrid may develop leaks in the pump or hoses. This can result in difficulties with steering at low speeds, a screeching sound when turning the wheel, and the presence of fluid puddles under the car. Repairing or replacing the power steering pump or hoses can cost between $350 to $800, depending on location and labor costs.
- Oxygen Sensor Failure: A failed oxygen sensor is a common cause of the check engine light turning on in the Camry Hybrid. When this occurs, the engine control module cannot accurately calculate the air-fuel mixture ratio, leading to the need for sensor replacement, which can cost around $500 or more.
- Hybrid-Specific Issues: The hybrid version of the 2009 Toyota Camry may experience unique problems such as smoke from the exhaust, overheating, rough running conditions, and excessive oil consumption. These issues are specific to the hybrid model and should be considered when evaluating the vehicle's overall condition.
These problems highlight some of the key issues that owners of the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid have encountered. It's essential for potential buyers to be aware of these issues to make informed decisions regarding the purchase and maintenance of this vehicle.
How long will a 2009 Camry hybrid battery last?
about 5-8 years
The Camry Hybrid battery generally works well for about 5-8 years from the time of manufacture. Still, several other factors, like climate, temperature, and excessive use, can reduce the overall service life. So, consider these and maintain your battery well!
Is 2009 Camry Hybrid reliable?
Super reliable and insane mpg!
As 2020 begins, it marks 5 years of happy ownership with zero issues. It just turned 103k on the odometer and it had 77k when we bought it. It'll even chirp the front tires when punching it... I'm 6'1" and the interior is roomy and comfortable, even in the back.
What is the common problem of Toyota Camry Hybrid?
Unintended Acceleration
Toyota believes the problems are caused by stuck gas pedals or misplaced floor mats that trapped the gas pedals. Independent testing by NASA and other outside laboratories agreed with Toyota and concluded driver error was also a contributin…
What problems does a 2009 Toyota Camry have?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Exhaust. Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks. ...
- Engine Minor. ...
- Electrical Accessories. ...
- Drive System. ...
- Climate System. ...
- Steering And Suspension. ...
- Brakes. ...
- Noises And Leaks.
Is 2009 Camry Hybrid reliable?
Super reliable and insane mpg!
As 2020 begins, it marks 5 years of happy ownership with zero issues. It just turned 103k on the odometer and it had 77k when we bought it. It'll even chirp the front tires when punching it... I'm 6'1" and the interior is roomy and comfortable, even in the back.
How long will a 2009 Camry hybrid battery last?
about 5-8 years
The Camry Hybrid battery generally works well for about 5-8 years from the time of manufacture. Still, several other factors, like climate, temperature, and excessive use, can reduce the overall service life. So, consider these and maintain your battery well!
What problems does a 2009 Toyota Camry have?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Exhaust. Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks. ...
- Engine Minor. ...
- Electrical Accessories. ...
- Drive System. ...
- Climate System. ...
- Steering And Suspension. ...
- Brakes. ...
- Noises And Leaks.
What is the common problem of Toyota Camry Hybrid?
Unintended Acceleration
Toyota believes the problems are caused by stuck gas pedals or misplaced floor mats that trapped the gas pedals. Independent testing by NASA and other outside laboratories agreed with Toyota and concluded driver error was also a contributin…
Toyota Camry hybrid 2009 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota Camry hybrid problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Structure problems
- Engine problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Toyota Camry hybrid 2009 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints Toyota Camry hybrid 2009
The NHTSA has received 1388 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Toyota Camry hybrid 2009. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Toyota Camry hybrid 2009 vehicles.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-10
- VIN: 4T1BE46K59U
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The replaced dashboard ( the first dashboard was replaced due to a recall about melting dashboards) is now melting just like the first one and is causing significant glare in on the windshield. Avoided two (2) near accidents when the glare from the sun impaired my vision of the traffic in front of me.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-23
- VIN: 4T1BK46K19U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Dash board has become sticky due to the adhesive seeping out; causes major visual impairments while driving due to the reflection of the sun off of the sticky/disgusting/shiny dashboard.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: 4T1BE46K79U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My vehicle has been a one owner vehicle, my mother and now me as she passed on 2 April 2024. My vehicle has been stored in a garage except when it is being driven. My vehicle has been taken care of extremely well and maintenance done as required. The oil has been changed every 3,000 miles since it has been owned. Approximately in June 2024 I began to notice my dashboard was sticky, cracking and actually MELTING! It gets worse as long as it is out of the garage,in the heat/sun and humidity for any length of time. The longer times goes that the car is in these conditions it gets shiny that the reflection makes a glare which makes seeing difficult! I went to the dealership where the vehicle was purchased brand new, Milton Ruben, Augusta GA 30907. Prior to going to the dealership, I got online to do a search to see why this could be happening and discovered many complaints like mine all over the US had been submitted in previous years.I began reading the complaints and discovered the problem was due to Toyota using defective material to make their dashboards in Toyota/Lexus vehicles made in 2007-2011.I discovered there had been a recall or campaign for these vehicles, it had been extended once or twice until 2019.MY PROBLEM IS THAT I NEVER RECEIVED ANY NOTIFICATION OR DID MY MOTHER!We would have immediately taken our vehicles into the dealership.I CANNOT HELP THAT THE RECALL OR CAMPAIGN FOR THIS ISSUE HAD EXPIRED PRIOR TO MY CAR SHOWING A PROBLEM!While reading the complaints I noticed there was a class action lawsuit filed,but I don't know the outcome.I was told by the dealership that they were aware of the problem but there wasn't anything they could do except replace the dashboard at my expense.TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!!!They told me that I would need to call the corporate office to see what they could do.I did, submit a claim, file #240802000525 2 Aug 2024.Toyota didn't reply but was told by the case manager that my case was closed without action. UNACCEPTABLE!!!!
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-01
- VIN: 4T1BE46K49U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, the odor of burning oil was present inside the vehicle and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 45,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-24
- VIN: 4T4BE46K19R
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I bought my 2009 Camry on [XXX] new in Kentucky and have had this vehicle up to the current date of 08-02-2024. In fact, I recently acquired my deceased (2 April 2024) mother's 2009 Camry and will be submitting a claim as well. My vehicle has only been owned by myself and taken extremely good care of and stored in a garage when not being driven. Approximately in June/July 2024 I began noticing that my dashboard was becoming sticky, as though it was actually melting!!!! It would get worse as long as it was out of the garage and was in the sun, heat and humidity. The longer time goes that the car is in these conditions it gets so shiny that the reflection makes seeing difficult!!! I went to the dealership here in Augusta, GA where my mother's vehicle was purchased since I am here resolving her estate and the problem started. Prior to doing this, I got online to do a search to see why this could be happening and discovered many complaints like mine all over the US and there was actually a Class Action lawsuit submitted regarding Toyota not fixing the problem. Also, I discovered there had been a recall or campaign for the 2007-2011 Camry. It had also been extended until 2019. I NEVER RECEIVED ANY NOTIFICATION NOR HAD MY MOTHER OR I WOULD HAVE ALREADY LOOKED INTO THE MATTER EVEN THOUGH I DIDN'T HAVE THE PROBLEM UNTIL NOW!!!!! I was told by the dealer to call corporate. I did and was told to submit a claim, which I did, file#[XXX] on 31 July 2024 and received a response on 1 August 2024 that there wasn't anything Toyota could do because the campaign had expired and it would be at my own expense to get repaired. NOT ACCEPTABLE!!! I CAN'T HELP THAT MY PROBLEM DIDN'T START UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN EXPIRED OR I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED OF AN ISSUE!!!! IT IS DEFECTIVE MATERIAL AND UNSAFE ISSUES DUE TO THE PROBLEM!!!!!!! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-16
- VIN: 4T4BE46K19R
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: UNKNOWN. Oil is leaking and causing smoke whenever I drive for more then 15 mins.
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-10
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4T1BK46K69U
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I've been into automobile accidents and the passenger airbag never deployed. Few years back I took my vehicle for the sticky dashboard recall, Toyota replaced it. Few years later the dashboard is sticky and shiny worst than the first time, I called Toyota to get it replaced free of charge and they told me that is not the responsibility and denied to fix the replaced sticky dashboard. I almost have gotten in accidents do to the shiny glare from the dashboard.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-02
- VIN: 4T1BE46KX9U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Unknown
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-28
- VIN: 4T1BE46K29U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I was driving the vehicle and hit a bump, and the driver side sunvisor dropped down into the sunshield position. I almost got in an accident because I couldn’t see and then I couldn’t get The sunvisor to stay up. This is the fourth sunvisor we have bought from Toyota. All of the three other sunvisors have done the exact same thing and I feel this is dangerous. The people at Toyota confided in me that this is a big problem with many Toyota’s. I am concerned that had my wife been driving she would have gotten in an accident because the sunvisor obstructed the view of the driver. Toyota to charge us $270 for both driver and passenger side sunvisors. Our mechanic put them in for free.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-01
- VIN: 4T1BE46K49U
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I bought my car in October 2009. I did not discover until years later that the pistons for the 2009 Toyota Camry Le did not fit correctly. This caused oil consumption problems, but it did not start happening until a 3-year warranty and at about 60-70 thousand miles. I did not get a notice of recall notice of Toyota's resolution to the problem, because they had the wrong apartment number and email address which I was told by Rep. Sherry and Rose at Toyota Corporation. Rep. said she was sending information to higher up at the corporation instead she sending it to the dealership. I did not get notice of a class action suit/resolution, trotter body, or melting dashboard. I have paid at least $6-7 thousand to dealerships workmanship is bad. I need help!! Because I did not get notices Toyota should fix and compensate me for repairs. Also, they replaced my hold break system because they assumed the shrieking noise was the break. This was done without my permission. I had to replace the axle they replaced less than a year ago. I am frustrated. I can not pay out any more money. My car stopped working on [XXX] I had to have it told to the dealership in Mamaroneck. Rep Sherry told me the trotter body is on recall until 2026, dealership is saying no. I can be reached at [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-23
- VIN: 4T1BE46K09U
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Soon after I purchased this 2009 Camry in June 2022 with only 59K miles, the dash pad became very sticky and it's producing a glare on the windshield making it hard to see at times. When I called Toyota customer service, I was told the recall for this car was only good for 10 years and had expired. I called the previous owner and he stated that Toyota never notified him of this recall. This is a safety issue and should be addressed by Toyota.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-03-25
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The contact rented a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 65-75 MPH with cruise control mode engaged, the vehicle became uncontrollable and swerved to the right independently. The contact did not recall whether a warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to swerve back to the left, the vehicle rolled over four times and landed on the wheels. The air bags deployed. The contact stated that her daughter was occupying the rear passenger's side seat at the time the incident occurred and was assisted out of the vehicle by bystanders. The contact's daughter was then airlifted to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with facial lacerations, one punctured lung, and the other lung was not operating at full capacity. The contact's daughter remained in the ICU for four days. The contact was able to exit the vehicle. The contact sustained a broken left toe and burns on the left arm from the air bag deployment. The contact received medical assistance. A police report was filed, but the contact did not have the police report number available. The vehicle was towed and totaled. The vehicle rental company was notified of the failure. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-10
- VIN: 4T1BE46K29U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked inside the driveway, the contact became aware that the plastic covering over the air bag was loose at the front driver’s seat. The contact pushed back the cover however, the cover failed to stay in place. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- VIN: 4T4BE46K09R
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I am not complaining about my vehicle, but about the many vehicles on the road today with headlights that are not focused enough, or just TOO BRIGHT. Especially vehicles like pickup trucks that have headlights mounted at about the same height as my windshield and rear window. These vehicles headlights are so bright that they hit all my mirrors and blind me at night from behind. In addition many newer vehicles with "modern style" extra bright and auto dimming headlights as oncoming traffic also blind me to the point where I cannot safely see the road ahead. I appreciate that seeing ahead is important, but with oncoming traffic it is also important that I can see ahead safely as well. Thank You.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-18
- VIN: 4T1BE46K69U
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the oil level was low however, the contact found no indication of an oil leak. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle was smoking. The oil warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was an internal oil leak. The mechanic added oil to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- VIN: 4T4BE46K69R
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, he became aware that the heater was not working. The contact later checked under the hood and observed that the coolant reservoir was empty. The contact refilled the coolant reservoir and checked for any leaks or puddles of coolant underneath the vehicle but found no evidence of a coolant leak. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine block was cracked in two places and that coolant had leaked into the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 141,943.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-05
- VIN: 4T1BE46K99U
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: We (my wife and I) were driving our vehicle Sunday November 5th 2023 in the morning and experienced a serious issue. While on the highway, the car was stuck with the gas petal in the down position (we did not realize this until after we were able to successfully power down the car) and continued to accelerate in an uncontrolled manner. We were fortunate that our breaks were able to stop the car, and we navigated it to the shoulder of the highway. We then put the car in park, all while the engine was full throttled. We powered down the car and removed the keys. We waited a few moments and tried to power the car again - the engine however remained full throttled. We turned the vehicle off once again and then realized the gas petal was stuck in the down position. We were able to manually get the petal unstuck at this time. We have not driven the vehicle since this incident and consider it too dangerous to do so. Since this incident, we have looked up any potential recalls for this issue and have not found any. To answer the questions above: The gas petal/acceleration malfunctioned. The safety of everyone in the vehicle and other drivers on the road were at significant risk. The vehicle has not been driven since, and the issue has not been reproduced. No recalls were found for this VIN. The vehicle has not been inspected since the incident, but otherwise has passed inspection in our state. There were no warning lamps or messages on the vehicle before or after the incident. We believe the manufacturer is responsible for addressing the issue, even though there is not a recall for this particular problem. This is a known issue by the manufacturer, as they have released many recalls for similar models/years and have even created a video on youtube to instruct drivers how to address this issue, if it happens, while driving.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-05
- VIN: 4T1BE46K29U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was sticky, with a reflection on the windshield, which affected the visibility of the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the dashboard was replaced under Toyota Campaign Number: ZE6; however, the failure persisted. The dealer was contacted and notified the manufacturer, who informed the contact that the campaign had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-19
- VIN: 4T1BB46K69U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Dear, I am writing to formally document a complaint regarding the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) warning lights actuator in my 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid, I noticed an issue with the ABS system, which prompted the activation of the warning lights on my vehicle’s dashboard. The problem I encountered involves the following: 1. ABS Warning Lights: The ABS warning lights, including the ABS indicator and the brake system warning light, suddenly illuminated on the dashboard without any prior warning or indication of an issue. 2. Braking Performance: Subsequent to the illumination of the warning lights, I noticed a significant decrease in the vehicle’s braking performance, especially during emergency stops and when driving on slippery or wet surfaces. This issue presents a serious safety concern as it impacts the vehicle’s ability to maintain safe braking in various conditions. confirming the ABS actuator as the likely source of the problem. I kindly request that this complaint be addressed promptly, as I believe that a malfunctioning ABS system poses a substantial safety risk to both the driver and other road users. I trust that Toyota’s commitment to customer safety and satisfaction will lead to a quick resolution of this matter. Please contact me at [XXX] or [XXX] to schedule the necessary repairs or to discuss any additional information required. I look forward to your prompt response and a resolution to this pressing issue. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-01
- VIN: 4T1BE46K89U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was melting. The contact stated that the sun was reflecting on the dashboard, which caused the driver’s view to be obstructed. There was a sticky substance on the dashboard. Additionally, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was determined that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The dashboard was replaced, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and the contact was informed that the replacement would be an out-of-pocket expense. The failure mileage was unknown.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-26
- VIN: 4T1BE46K29U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I brought my car in for a tune up. The day I was driving my car I had the right amount of oil in it. I was driving my car, heard a loud noise and the steering went, the brakes went, nothing worked and than the car shut down and stopped. I brought it to my mechanic, and there was no oil in the car and they went through the whole engine and there was no leaks. Toyota had a recall for engine oil consumption, and I never received a notice yet my year, make and model are part of the "Warrenty Enhancment Program". Now I have a non working car and they are refusing to fix the issue.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-19
- VIN: 4T1BE46K79U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I own a 2009 Toyota Camry with VIN [XXX]. The dashboard is hazardous i.e. sticky and shiny which makes it hard for me to see through the windshield going toward sunset or the sun is over the dashboard. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-17
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4T1BE46K99U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: My car (Toyota Camry) was struck in the driver's side door and back passenger door by another car who was traveling at a high rate of speed. The accident resulted in damage to the doors and to the frame of the car. I suffered neck and head injury due to the accident. The side curtain air bag did NOT deploy. The car was inspected by the owner/manager of the auto body repair shop and it was his opinion that given the severity of the accident that the air bag should have deployed. Due to the frame damage and other damage the car is considered by the insurance company to be a total loss.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-21
- VIN: 4T1BB46K49U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The ABS light came on and there was this high-pitched beeping noise that would not stop as I was driving, when I tried to press the brakes I noticed that it was barely working and had to pull over on the side. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I could barely brake as my brakes felt as if they were hard to press which could have led to an accident. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? The traction control light came on a few days prior and a few other related lights that could have been related to the abs. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? No Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? No
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-26
- VIN: 4T1BE46K09U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure persisted upon restarting the vehicle. The oil pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact checked the oil level and noticed that there was no oil in the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the pistons were locked and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that they could not assist because the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was 104,000.
Toyota Camry hybrid 2009 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the Toyota Camry hybrid 2009.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
- Summary: Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
- Consequence: If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
- Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
- Summary: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
- Consequence: If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
- Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
- Summary: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.
- Consequence: If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331. General Motors will contact the Pontiac Vibe owners affected by this recall and GM dealers will inspect and repair switches as necessary. Those owners may contact Pontiac Customer Care at 1-800-762-2737.
- Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
- Summary: TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.
- Consequence: A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy: TOYOTA FILED AN AMENDED DEFECT REPORT ON NOVEMBER 25, 2009, STATING THAT DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, ALTER THE SHAPE OF THE FLOOR SURFACE UNDER THE PEDAL. THESE CHANGES ADDRESS THE RISK OF PEDAL ENTRAPMENT DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE FLOOR MAT. REDESIGNED ACCELERATOR PEDALS WILL BECOME AVAILABLE BEGINNING IN APRIL 2010 AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MODIFIED PEDAL WITH THE NEW PEDAL IF DESIRED. ALSO, DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY GENUINE TOYOTA OR LEXUS ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS WITH REDESIGNED ALL-WEATHER MATS, OR REPURCHASE THE PREVIOUS MATS FROM OWNERS WHO DO NOT WANT THE NEW ONES. ADDITIONALLY, SOFTWARE MODIFICATIONS WILL BE INSTALLED ON CAMRY, AVALON AND LEXUS ES 350, IS 350 AND IS 250 MODELS THAT WILL ENSURE THAT THE BRAKE OVERRIDES THE ACCELERATOR IN THE EVENT BOTH BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS ARE APPLIED. TOYOTA WILL BEGIN MAILING LETTERS TO OWNERS ON DECEMBER 31, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331, LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
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Positive Toyota Camry hybrid 2009 car reviews
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The car is really comfortable and fun to drive. I was considering a Prius, but this one has more features and if I'm careful, I can get between 35 and 40 mpg. I absolutely love the navigation and Bluetooth. As soon as I started driving the car, I knew I had to have it over the Prius, even though I really liked the Prius too. This car just feels more comfortable to me and I can have it all this way. The gas mileage isn't quite as good as the Prius, but it's still very good and great for the environment. I also love all of the controls on the steering wheel. To get the best gas mileage, it's recommended to use cruise control when possible.
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The car's discomfort has been a persistent issue since I purchased it a week ago. However, I am confident that I can find a solution to alleviate the pain in my back and neck.
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I saw her, a beautiful black/bisque leather TCH among a sea of new dealership arrivals. I was considering the Prius, but I just couldn't get on board with the 'egg with suspenders' look. After one look and drive of the TCH, I was completely captivated. The technology is simply amazing! I still have much to learn about the science (and art) of hypermiling, but so far, I can't help but grin from ear to ear every time I get behind the wheel of this gem. The ride is comfortable, smooth, and quiet, and the techno gadgets are mind-blowing (Bluetooth, navigation, energy monitoring capability, audiophile JBL system, etc.). The legendary Toyota reliability and fit/finish are just the cherry on top. I wholeheartedly recommend this outstanding vehicle!
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I was initially determined to dislike this car, but I quickly realized its necessity. I had been considering hybrids for four years, but was disappointed by the lack of creature comforts, such as a sunroof, and stylish design. At first, I thought I wanted another luxury car (I had an Infiniti G35), but living in Hawaii where gas prices can reach $5 per gallon, I couldn't justify working just to drive a symbol. On the first day, I wasn't impressed (it seemed like a mom car, and I am the complete opposite), and the gas mileage was awful (less than 20 mpg). I was upset and thought I had made an expensive mistake. However, after giving it a week, I fell in love with it. It's smooth, spacious, luxurious, zippy, and a conversation starter. I now average 37.2 miles per gallon and can go up to 99.9 miles per tank (yes, 99, downhill).
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I needed a car with at least 30 MPG, but with style and some element of fun. I made a good choice and after almost 7000 miles, I'm averaging over 38 MPG. The trick to this exceptional mileage, almost all highway, is to use the cruise control. I am getting just over 600 miles out of each tank. Thank you, Toyota!
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Thurman Wilkinson 2024-11-21
The seats are quite uncomfortable and the check engine light may come on if the gas cap is not properly secured. Additionally, the window tinting could be improved.
Sam Adams 2024-11-01
I would exchange my lease today as this Camry is extremely uncomfortable and causing me back pain. Despite having it for only a little over 2 weeks, the discomfort has not improved.