1998 TOYOTA CAMRY PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Engine & Transmission Issues

  • Engine stalling while driving
    
  • Engine revving unexpectedly between gears
    
  • Check engine light coming on due to wiring issues
    
  • Accelerator pedal sticking, leading to unintended acceleration
    
  • Transmission shifting erratically and hesitating
    
  • Engine overheating and power loss
    
  • Fuel tank making sloshing noises
    

• 2. Braking & Stability Issues

  • ABS brakes failing intermittently
    
  • Brake pedal going to the floor, reducing stopping power
    
  • Extended stopping distances even with ABS engaged
    
  • Brakes making loud grinding noises
    
  • Vehicle veering or drifting unpredictably while braking
    

• 3. Steering & Suspension Issues

  • Steering wheel pulling to one side
    
  • Vehicle wandering from lane to lane, especially at high speeds
    
  • Suspension bottoming out when hitting bumps
    
  • Excessive front-end vibration while driving
    
  • Clunking noises from the steering column
    

• 4. Electrical & Infotainment System Problems

  • Ignition switch failing to turn, preventing the car from starting
    
  • Power door locks malfunctioning, locking passengers inside
    
  • Dashboard warning lights appearing randomly
    
  • Interior lights failing to turn on when doors open
    

• 5. Safety & Airbag Concerns

  • Airbags failing to deploy in serious crashes
    
  • Passenger side airbags not deploying in side-impact collisions
    
  • Seatbelt mechanisms failing to retract properly
    
  • Vehicle rolling over in accidents with no airbag deployment
    

• 6. Structural & Visibility Issues

  • Sunroof leaking, causing interior water damage
    
  • Windshield cracking from minor impacts
    
  • Headlights providing inadequate illumination at night
    
  • Rear window visibility obstruction due to poor design
    

• 7. Fuel System Problems

  • Fuel leaks inside the cabin, causing strong gasoline odors
    
  • Fuel gauge displaying incorrect levels
    
  • Reports of fuel system fires
    

• 8. Tire & Wheel Problems

  • Premature tire blowouts and excessive wear
    
  • Poor traction in snow, leading to skidding
    
  • Wheels coming loose while driving