1987 TOYOTA CAMRY PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Fire-related issues:

  • A fire near the driver side in the engine compartment due to a clogged catalytic converter
    
  • Engine compartment fire of unknown source
    
  • Gas tank crack causing fuel leakage and fire risk
    
  • Fuel tank leak when filled or driving on hills, not corrected by dealer
    
  • Gasoline vent line failure causing gasoline leak
    
  • Strong fuel odor present at all times due to fuel vent line weld failure
    
  • Vehicle suddenly accelerated backwards, causing an accident
    

• 2. Seat belt issues:

  • Various seat belt failures and malfunctions
    
  • Lap belts not locking during braking
    
  • Seat belt retractor not working prior to recall
    
  • Defective lap and shoulder belt buckles
    
  • Seat belts not securing occupants in the event of a crash
    
  • Seat belts deteriorating and not retracting properly
    

• 3. Brake-related issues:

  • Brake lines rusted through causing brake failure
    
  • Brake rotors warping causing vibration and loss of braking ability
    
  • Brake pads falling out when applied
    
  • Brake pedal going to the floor and brake fluid leak
    
  • Major accident caused by sudden acceleration without driver intent, resulting in injuries
    

• 4. Other mechanical issues:

  • AXLE on the front broke while driving
    
  • Distributor causing car to stall without warning
    
  • Electronic door lock failure
    
  • Electrical failure causing power loss and vehicle stalling
    
  • Heater blower failure
    
  • Ignition failure causing lights to turn off and on
    
  • Muffler failure
    
  • Starter/ignition failure due to flywheel design flaw
    
  • Steering column looseness
    
  • Sudden acceleration while traveling at highway speeds
    
  • Vehicle losing power and shutting down when transmission shifted
    
  • Vehicle stalling out with gas smell
    
  • Tire separation and failure
    
  • Rattle from rear of the vehicle and possible torsion bar breakage
    
  • Gas tank leakages and replacements
    
  • Electrical system failure leading to loss of power and vehicle shutdown
    

• 5. Recall-related issues:

  • Recall for passive restraints causing failure
    
  • Recall work not completed properly by dealership
    
  • Recall not honored due to additional work needed
    
  • Repair under recall not performed due to part unavailability
    

• 6. Miscellaneous issues:

  • Loud crunching noise in front end when driving over bumps
    
  • Rear seat belts lock up before passengers can fasten them
    
  • Doors stuck locked due to factory defect
    
  • Accelerator linkage sticking in cold weather
    
  • Vehicle melted due to engine explosion and fuel leakage
    
  • Gas cap fire at gas station
    
  • The headlight switch failure causing lights to turn off and on
    
  • Window switch and control unit failure
    
  • Vehicle crash due to sudden acceleration without driver intent against building