2001 TOYOTA CAMRY PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Engine & Transmission Issues

  • Engine stalling while driving at various speeds
    
  • Hesitation and sluggish acceleration
    
  • Transmission shifting erratically and abruptly
    
  • Accelerator cable snapping, leading to sudden loss of control
    
  • Vehicle surging forward uncontrollably
    
  • Check engine light illuminating repeatedly
    
  • Starter failure requiring multiple attempts to start
    
  • Rotten egg smell from exhaust
    

• 2. Braking & Stability Issues

  • Brake pedal sinking to the floor, reducing stopping power
    
  • ABS system failing intermittently
    
  • Brakes completely failing, leading to accidents
    
  • Parking brake failing to engage
    
  • Sudden unintended acceleration while braking
    
  • Extended stopping distances when braking hard
    

• 3. Steering & Suspension Issues

  • Steering pulling to one side, even after multiple alignments
    
  • Steering wheel shaking at speeds over 60 mph
    
  • Loose steering causing poor vehicle control
    
  • Excessive front-end vibration when accelerating
    
  • Suspension squeaking when driving over bumps
    

• 4. Electrical & Infotainment System Problems

  • Battery draining overnight, requiring frequent jump-starts
    
  • Dashboard warning lights appearing randomly
    
  • Cruise control disengaging unpredictably
    
  • Power windows malfunctioning
    
  • Dome light failing to turn on with keyless entry
    

• 5. Safety & Airbag Concerns

  • Airbags failing to deploy in frontal crashes
    
  • Seatbelt mechanisms failing to retract properly
    
  • Rear headrests obstructing rear visibility
    
  • Side airbags failing to deploy in side-impact crashes
    
  • Driver's seat breaking or collapsing during an accident
    

• 6. Structural & Visibility Issues

  • Sunroof shattering spontaneously
    
  • Windshield cracking from minor impacts
    
  • Rear window defroster malfunctioning
    
  • Water leaking into the vehicle
    

• 7. Fuel System Problems

  • Fuel gauge displaying incorrect levels
    
  • Fuel pump failure leading to unexpected engine stalls
    
  • Fuel leaks inside the cabin, causing strong gasoline odors
    

• 8. Tire & Wheel Problems

  • Premature tire blowouts and excessive wear
    
  • Poor wheel alignment leading to unstable handling
    
  • Wheels coming loose while driving