toyota camry Problems

toyota camry 2010 Complaints

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2010 camry le when you are driving at night and you go over even a slight drip in the road/hill the front headlights only light up the road for approx 15 feet. once you get on a level road the light appear to perform properly.

Reported in: POTOMAC MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i bought a brand new 2010 toyota camry and when i was on my 30degrees inclined driveway with the engine running on drive and i took my legs from the accelerator and brakes when the car started to roll down the driveway as if it was on neutral and not on d. this is happening again and again but sometimes it does not happen. the date was 9/5/2010 not 9/5/2009.

Reported in: TROY MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK4AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. when lightly applying pressure to the accelerator pedal at a stop light, the vehicle accelerated 40 mph past the intended speed. the failure occurred on three separate occasions. the vehicle has not been taken to the dealer, nor has the manufacturer been notified. the failure mileage was 920.

Reported in: CARY NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK5AU

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

runaway late camry, lexus: turning the ignition key to the acc (accessory) position turns off the ignition while leaving the steering wheel unlocked. this information could save lives.

Reported in: OAK RIDGE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BE46K98U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

11/24/09 i was driving my 2010 camry in a parking lot. my children were in the back seat. i was traveling 10 mph. my right foot was not on the gas, nor the brake, the torque of the engine was sufficient for moving us along while looking for a parking space. my right foot was above the brake as i was slowly looking for a parking spot. suddenly, i heard a very loud vvrrooommmm and the car spontaneously accelerated and lunged forward approximately 20 feet. thankfully, i was able to brake quickly and stopped the car. i then took it to the dealership. conicelli ran a diagnostic on my car. later that day when i picked up the car, they said they found nothing. when i asked them where the "spontaneous acceleration" (a problem toyota earlier in the day told me they were having) would have appeared on the diagnostic, they were at a loss. let me be very clear that there was not a floor mat in the driver's side. i do not believe the "spontaneous acceleration" was caused by the "mat issue." i know my experience was real and not caused by driver error. i feel the problem is elsewhere and exacerbated for some drivers because they had the floor mats in place. please press toyota to get to the bottom of this issue. i no longer feel safe in my 2010 toyota camry that i bought for safety reasons in the first place. thank you.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK6AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while driving 45 mph the vehicle began to rapidly accelerate. consequently he rear-ended another vehicle. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a collision center, because it was completely destroyed. the failure and current mileages were 27. updated 01/15/10. *lj updated 01/19/10

Reported in: FONTANO CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BK3EK3AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i approached the main intersection in my 2010 camry from a side street at a stop sign. when i put my foot on the brake the car continued to accelerate into the main intersection. i collided with an oncoming car causing approx. $3400. there were no injuries and the damage to the front of the car was repaired. only the body damage was corrected on the vehicle. no internal repairs have been made as of yet.

Reported in: HADDON HEIGHTS NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK9AU

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while driving approximately 5 mph into a parking space the vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning causing the vehicle to crash into a building. the contact was not injured. a police report was filed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the failure could not be reproduced. there were no prior warnings. the current and failure mileages were 286. updated 02/17/10. *lj the air bags did not deploy. updated 02/19/10.*jb

Reported in: NORWALK CT || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: NORWALK CT || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

headlight problem - when driving the headlights do not adequately light up the left and right side of the road. when making a turn to the left or right you are blindsided...very dangerous.

Reported in: MCCORMICK SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i just bought a 2010 toyota camry and they did not tell me that there were 3 million in recalls on the vehicle. that is very dishonest. i also took my car to the service center and they said they did not know about the recall. that is lying. toyota did not look at my floormats or accelerator. they did nothing to secure my safety or evaluate my floormat or accelerator when i went in there.

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK8AU

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK8AU

POWER TRAIN

i pulled into sheetz in bedford at about 515am on 01/13/10. i pressed the on/off button on the dash at which time the lights went out. i exited the car and ensured that the key fob was in my coat pocket. i spent approx 5 minutes in the sheetz store. on my way out, an unidentified sheetz customer came into the store and asked who's white camery was in the parking lot. that was my rental. we exited the store and approached the car, which was now stopped at the bottom of the slopped parking lot and near a gray f-250. noticed damage to the hood; front bumper and driver-side headlight. the customer began to tell me he had seen me approach the store from the car and then he saw the car roll away a few minutes later. he hadn't noticed i wasn't in the car. he said he ran to the car to check on me and realized i wasn't in the car. when i looked into the car i noticed that the car was in park and shut off. i asked the customer if he had touched the car and he advised no he hadn't. the car was off and in park when he got to it. there were no warning or beeping sounds as i left the car. this was a hertz rental car and they are now wanting me to pay for damages. the car is a 2010 toyota hybrid. i spoke with the local toyota dealership and they advised there is no reason for the rollaway if car is off and in park. i feel this is a toyota problem. please advise.

Reported in: JOHNSTOWN PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTNBB3EK9A3

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. he stated that the front passenger seat belt locked in place and would not unlatch. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the service manager had to use extreme force to unlatch it. the dealer ordered a replacement at no cost. the failure occurred several time prior to being diagnosed by the dealer. the failure mileage was 1550 and the current mileage was 1580. updated 2/22/10 *cn updated 06/04/10

Reported in: LAWRENCEVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK1AR

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

camry hybrid 2010. bought new and complained to toyota of surging forward inconsistency during my daily two hour commute. i asked if they planned to fix it during my last service visit and the answer was "nope." when asked that they do fix it, the answer was, "nope!". you will be notified in april when the pedals are going to be fixed. i have had nightmares of speeding out of control and am afraid to drive this car. do i have any recourse. this is not the car i thought i purchased months ago. *cn

Reported in: NORTH EASTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BB3EK3AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while driving approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions the vehicle began to slip out of gear without warning. in addition, the vehicle lunged forward. the driver was able to continue driving. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. the technician stated that the failure was contributed to the pollution control system. the vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction. the failure mileage was 25.

Reported in: CAPE CORAL FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

the car is a camry toyota, 2010,4dsd, purchased on dec 28, 2009 by national home plans (tel.516-876-9740). has a faulty accelerator system, causing sudden speed and a crash, with damages, while entering the garage. we are not getting significant cooperation from toyota. luckily, there was no bodily injury....please help.

Reported in: OLD WESTBURY NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK5AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

since the time i bought my new 2010 toyota camry, i saw issues with the way the car transmission worked at speeds from 0-50mph. starting from the first week of my using the car, i went to the dealership a total of 4 times, only to be sent back after a "test drive" saying nothing is wrong. in my own language, i had been explaining the issue which now looks exactly similar to the 'sticking gas pedal" recall recently informed by toyota. my car was still accelerating while braking, or would start braking when my foot is off the accelerator. i also used to feel a jerk when the car moved between speeds of 0-50mph. i commute 70 miles daily to work and i have noticed this daily to the point that i have started ignoring out of deep frustration. the dealer test drives and causes embarrassment saying they cannot recreate my issue. i logged an incident with toyota (091214-000053). it led to my fourth visit to the dealer with the same answer. toyota's response from a case manager was that if they cannot recreate they will not do anything. i almost feel this is a hopeless case as i don't think neither toyota nor the dealership were truly serious about assisting me. they could have at least informed me that there are some potential issues with their vehicles that they are working on. i reopened a new case (100130-000604). so far i have received no recall notice from toyota. i don't think they are handling this the right way. i haven't had any major incidents, but i don't think i can wait for that to happen to get the attention of toyota or its dealer. this is not a smart way of solving an issue. i feel disappointed, angry and helpless.

Reported in: FREMONT CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: FREMONT CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

owner of toyota camry 2010 has questions about toyota floor mat recall. *nj the consumer stated the floor mat became stuck under the gas pedal. *jb the consumer stated toyota should install the brake override feature in all the recalled vehicle. updated 03/05/10

Reported in: UNKNOWN DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. the contact stated that the defogger malfunctioned and made it difficult to see out of the windows when it is was turned on. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that it should remain on low and it would clear the windows. the contact advised the dealer that he could not see out of the window when it remained on he. the dealer stated there was no fix for the failure. the failure mileage was 190.

Reported in: BAKERSFIELD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK8AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

my complaint is that where my cruise control is at 5' o'clock steering wheel it reset is up and hit my leg causing the car to run up with out me knowing why. this has happen twice. this needs to be moved to another spot on the steering wheel.i have a 2010 camry se. i report it to dealer they did think it was a problem.

Reported in: PINSON AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK1AU

STRUCTURE

Reported in: PINSON AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK1AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

this complaint relates to our claim of unresolved well documented safety issues, (ie, uncontrolled acceleration), associated with our 2010 toyota camry purchased at cain toyota in north canton ohio on 7/30/09. believing that toyota has inaccurately assigned the cause of the uncontrolled acceleration & resultant deaths & injuries, (namely faulty floor mats and/or a sticking gas pedal shaft) we have not driven our 2010 camry for months as indicated by the current 1073 miles recorded on the odometer. we believe that either unintentionally or by management directive toyota is misidentifying the cause of the numerous toyota accidents and deaths. this avoidance tactic is very similar to that adopted by ford/firestone in the numerous year 2000 explorer rollover accidents which also resulted in death and injuries. after first denying any wrong-doing,ford,(not firestone), admitted to the safety hazard such that we were compensated by ford for both our 1993 & 2000 explorers. without doubt the extensive involvement of the nhtsa in the explorer accidents and related safety issues was instrumental in motivating ford management into doing what is right for explorer owners. (i know, because we possessed two explorers that benefited from ford's corporate responsibility. at this time with toyota we believe that the safety hazard(s) are far more serious and the toyota "denial stage" is far more entrenched in the minds of toyota management possibly due to their long record of excellent safety. however, just one account of the 4 deaths on 8/28/09 in california when an off-duty highway patrol officer, experienced with many types of vehicles, drove for some 5 miles at speeds of 120mph was subject to uncontrolled acceleration in his lexus "loaner". toyota's logic in blaming the floor mats reflects technical incompetence at best and out-of-control stupidity at the worst. we all recognize that toyota's safety record has been excellent in the past but even the deity has made mistakes!!!!

Reported in: LOUISVILLE OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EKXAR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact leased a 2010 toyota camry on december, 29 2009. the contact has not experienced the acceleration failure; however, she requested the dealer to purchase the vehicle back and they stated that they were not interested. the contact is concerned about the safety risk and has refused to drive the vehicle. she has also notified her state attorney general who informed her that they were unable to offer her any assistance. the contact also called the toyota hotline several times and they did not allow her to file a complaint. the vin was not available. there are no failures at this time.

Reported in: FIRLAWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

in oct 2009 we purchased a 2010 toyota camry hybrid sedan. we immediately noticed that there was a lag or delay when we applied the brakes. i noted to my wife that i never came so close to the car infront of me when stopping...repeatedly. i told this to my sales rep at the dealer at which i bought the car, and he said, no issue. -happens consistently at all speeds. so far no accident, but very close to frequently rear-ending cars - no repairs--told not an issue i ask that you add the 2010 toyota camry hybrid to the list of problem toyotas. thanks you

Reported in: ASHBURN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BB3EK6AU

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

abs brake failure on my 2010 toyota camry. no accidents, as i have been through two professional driving courses. however, hearing the incidents of the prius brake issues caught my attention. there is an inconsistency with the operation of the abs system on my johnson & johnson fleet camry that was delivered in october, 2009 (2010 model). if there is a need to "tap the brakes" they will lock up and the car lunges forward. when applying the abs brakes on gravel or loose/uneven pavement, it makes a clicking noise and the car seems to "hop," rather than come to an appropriate stop. it seems identical to reports/complaints that i've heard around the prius. normally, i would not even consider sending an alert to you. however, hearing interviews on the news and reading further about the recall, i felt very compelled to let you know. i am the assigned driver to this fleet vehicle. it is owned & licensed to johnson & johnson healthcare services.

Reported in: CAPE GIRARDEAU MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BB3EK7AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i bought a 2010 toyota camry that has the new six speed automatic transmission. when i was coasting to slow down the transmission seemed to disengage and did not hold back anymore. i came within a foot of running into the rear of the car in front of me which was stopped at a red light. this had happened many times before but never this close to an accident. when the car reaches around 20mph the transmission doesn't hold back any longer and you have to put your foot on the brake hard. it is not a good feeling. on may 22, 2009 i called the salesman and he told me to come in and drive another 2010 camry to see if that transmission acted the same since this was the first year for the new six speed automatic. i took it in on the 22nd and the salesman and i took a new 2010 camry out for a drive and it acted the same way. so the conclusion was that all the 2010 camrys were the same and i would have to live with it. my wife is very leary about driving this car and afraid she will run into someone. we haven't had a problem with the accelerator, but the transmission seems to be a problem.we are very concerned now that the other problems have arisen about the camry.

Reported in: SUMMERVILLE SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK5AR

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while driving at night approximately 25 mph on an incline with the headlights activated, the driver experienced difficulty in visibility as a result of poor illumination from the headlights. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on three separate occasions for the identical failure. the technician stated that the headlights conformed to the manufacturers specifications. the failure mileage was 20. updated 3/8/10 *cn the consumer stated the headlights were not aligned properly. updated 07/09/10.*jb

Reported in: LOVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2/5/2010 on august 10, 2009 we purchased a new 2010 toyota camry. on the way home 9:00 p. m. we noticed that the headlights while driving down hills gave us 4ft. of visibility. also turning right or left, at right angles we had limited visibility. we notified the dealer immediately by phone and a letter on 8/11/09. the next day we drove to the dealership and again we notified the dealer. the salesman told us to take it in to the service department. on 8/13/09 @ 9:00 am, my wife took the camry to the service department. the mechanic told her that he only had slight adjustment, and that he adjusted the lights. upon driving it again at night we still had the problem. we immediately called toyota customer experience center. they gave us a case number, and he told us to contact our dealer again. on august 25, 2009, at 11:30 am we had an appointment to go back to the dealership. we were told that they were going to try and install sylvania brighter bulbs but toyota would allow them. eventually the dealership told us the headlights were set to toyota company specs and there was nothing more that they could do. (mileage in 188 mileage out 247 at kings toyota on 8/25/09). we have a total of 2,800 miles on our camry as of today. we are afraid to drive it after it gets dark. toyota told us there is nothing more that they can do. they told us in is up to company specs.

Reported in: LOVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2010 toyota camry with automatic transmission, driving in a ramp, the car will slide back down to the bottom if i release my foot from the brake. many times, in a stop and go situation, i almost hit the car behind me.

Reported in: PEARLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

in trying to park the 2010 camry toyota in the garage, there was an accelerator failure in that the car suddenly picket up great speed causing a car crash and damage. the incident was reported to toyota, todate - 14 days later - the problem is not fully resolved. it seems that toyota administration is denying any responsibilities. we need your help too.

Reported in: OLD WESTBURY NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK5AU

POWER TRAIN

while pulling into my driveway, with my foot on the brake, slowly coming to a stop the car suddenly accelerated and ran into the front of our house. ( uncommanded accelration) i have contacted toyota and have been advised that my car is not under current recall. *cn

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK1AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my 2 months old 2010 toyota camry was in accident due to not able to stop. the brake was applied but gas pedal was stuck causing vehicle to hit the wall. the resulting damage was broken front axcel, infalting both front air bags etc.. the total repair cost was around $14000.00 my daughter was driving the car and she is experienced driver. she had mentioned that she was not able to stop the car even though the brake was applied. at the time of accident, the toyota recall was not made public so i ignored her complaint. *cn

Reported in: NORTH BERGEN NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Reported in: NORTH BERGEN NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

PARKING BRAKE

my toyota 2010 camry accelerated by pressing my brakes,and my car crashed in to some bushes at a store parkinglot.afterwards i had my car towed to my toyota dealer. there service department claims that there is nothing wrong .i dont believe this?

Reported in: TARPON SPRINGS FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i own a 2010 toyota camry. i was told by one dealership that my car is not affected. i was told by another dealership that my car is included in the accelerator recall. first, when i put the keys in my car and start it, it will start to accelerate to 2000 rpms for 30 secs to a minute before going below 1000rpms. also, when i drive around town, the car will remain accelerated even after i take my foot off of the gas pedal or even after i take my foot off the brake. i do not know what to do, and if my car is not part of a recall, this could be more of a systematic problem (either with the electric chip or the accelerator pedal i have) than what everyone thinks now. i have brought my car to the dealer 2-3 times (prior to the recall) and they said it was "normal" for all camrys. but this is obviously not normal. *cn

Reported in: BOSTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i have a 2010 toyota camry le. my car has driven "differently" since i purchased it. i will be at a stop light, and it will just start moving-even with my foot on the brake. it feels like it drives in cruise control and just doesn't let up. after this recall, i am 100% nervous to drive my vehicle. is this how it starts? i call the 800 # and sit on hold forever, or i am told further information is forthcoming. i drive 60 miles a day and have a small child. my car is brand new, it should not be doing this.

Reported in: WORCESTER MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

i own a 2010 toyota camry xle and i have noticed while highway driving, the car will drift into other lanes. i almost lost control when i attempted to maintain control of the car in my lane. my car almost swerved out of control and i took my foot completely off of the accelerator to regain control. this incident occurred when the car had less than 500 miles. i attributed that specific incident to a cross wind however i have experienced similar situations while highway driving. i am afraid to drive this car on the highway. this car requires the driver to constantly adjust the steering wheel to stay in the appropriate lane. i currently have 1500 miles on this car. updated ivoq 12/10/10

Reported in: KOKOMO IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BK3EK0AU

STEERING

drifting in 2010 toyota camry. vehicle would drift left and right but not go straight. after several alignments and replacement of tires and wheels a new wrack was installed and that eliminated the problem. i am aware of 3 other 2010 camrys at the same dealership experiencing the same problem.

Reported in: NAPLES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK5AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i am not a toyota owner, however i believe i am the victim of a toyota accident. yesterday, my car was parked outside of my office at around 10:45 am i hear a crash and see my vehicle (2008 chevy equinox) pick up off the ground. vehicle owner phuong vo, driving a 2010 toyota camry had slammed into the back of my car, and damaged it from front to back, including removing my back axel completely. when i came outside, there was an additional truck following this camry. apparently the camry had hit this persons car, he got in it to follow the driver, and then witnessed the driver hit an additional 5 cars before crashing into mine and coming to a stop! now i am very upset because, not only does this toyota driver not have enough insurance to cover my damages, but his insurance company is refusing to pay for my damages and provide me with a rental vehicle. i did nothing wrong. just went to work yesterday, and now i am out of a $500 deductible, and my vehicle is expected to take weeks before being repaired. furthermore, the st louis police department had reported that when an officier tried to move the vehicle it seemed as if the gas pedal was stuck to the floor.

Reported in: SAINT LOUIS MO || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK7AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

another toyota consumer with no fix, they keep saying your car is not included your not having those issues... your car was built in japan... i don't care it is having mind of its own and i suggested to them it is not floor mats etc... that at that time and still i felt it to be a computer issue with gas pedal as my car indeed has a mind of its own and takes off in a flash or will not stop engine continues to race rpm with brake smashed down i have own this 2010 camry since june of 2009 have 2000 miles of use out of it and shaky ones to say the least... no concern from toyota run around all the time like im making up stories as again your car is not included in these problems 31,000.00 problem for me as car is not safe is not usable and can not be traded no one wants and values continue to fall quickly....... make them accountable.

Reported in: LINCOLN NE || Crash: N || VIN #: JTNBK3EK9A3

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: LINCOLN NE || Crash: N || VIN #: JTNBK3EK9A3

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. the contact stated that he experienced sudden acceleration at least twice in his driveway while driving approximately 15 mph forward and in reverse the rpms increased rapidly and the vehicle lunged forward. his foot remained on the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from moving forward. he has notified the dealer and was awaiting an appointment. he had not spoken with the manufacturer. the vehicle had not been repaired when the complaint was filed. the current mileage was approximately 3,437. the failure mileage was approximately 600. updated 03/19/10. *lj the consumer stated after the dealer fixed the gas pedal, he still felt the vehicle surge. updated 09/21/10*jb

Reported in: WEST ROXBURY MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK5AR

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2010 camry was purchased in sept. 09. in november i noticed a problem when the car is on a slight incline, foot on the break and you take your foot off the break the car rolls backwards. this has happened about a dozen times, when in january i finally took it to the dealer & was told all 10 camry's do this because of the new 6 speed transmission. the service mgr. & i took the car for a test drive, and we replicated the problem. i told him i didn't think this was normal, that i thought it was a safety issue if someone was behind me in another vehicle and wanted it reported to toyota - he said he would and would call me back. to date i have heard nothing.

Reported in: WESTLAKE OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK8AR

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2010 toyota camry rolls back while in drive on a less than 10% incline. it behaves like a stick shift except you can not control the roll with a clutch other than putting your left foot on the brake to keep it from rolling back. i complained to toyota national and no one responded. the dealership tells me it's normal. clearly it is not.

Reported in: BOTHELL WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK8AU

STRUCTURE

i bought 2010 camry couple of months ago and hear a heavy wind noise from the passenger side. i am told by toyota rep that it is a design issue and there is nothing can be done. both left and right sides and front of the car is identical. if it was a design issue then why noise on right side only. not sure if something going to let loose. can you please help addressing this problem with toyota. already there are numerous problems such as accelerator pedal, brakes and so forth. thank you for your kind attention.

Reported in: MOBILE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my wife was driving our newly purchased toyota camry se when she notice that it was accelerating out control. when she tld me about it,i dismissed it as a result of her high heels and the cold temperatures of upstate ny. about a month later same happen to me and i ended up in a pole. afew days later same problem occur. just when i was going to blame the low temperatures..enter the massive recall of toyota know defected product.

Reported in: FORT DRUM NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK8AU

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2010 toyota camry has repair problems. *nj the dealer/repair shop has been unable to correct the problem(s). *jb

Reported in: UNKNOWN DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 to 10 mph a vehicle in front of him braked and he slammed on the brakes.the brakes did not engage and he crashed into the vehicle. the police was contacted and there is a report. prior to the crash the contact received a recall notice for the accelerator petal where he took the vehicle in and they repaired a metal shim in the accelerator petal. they advised him the new pedal for the vehicle will not be available until april. the damage to the vehicle's the front bumper was repaired.the failure mileage was 17000 and current mileage was 18000.

Reported in: SHARON MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact has a 2010 toyota camry. the contact states that the vehicle is stopping to quickly. the vehicle jerks and comes to a quick stop when the contact tries to stop. when the contact is driving at high speeds the vehicle slows down normally. when the contact is driving at lower speeds under 30 mph the vehicle comes to a jerking, short and sudden stop causing a safety hazard. the failure mileage was 300 and the current mileage is 4600. updated 04/16/10. *lj updated 07/14/0*jn

Reported in: TALLAHASSEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK4AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: TALLAHASSEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK4AU

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. the contact stated that while trying to brake at approx 10 mph, the vehicle began to slide. the contact stated he felt and heard a grinding sound and the transmission shifted into reverse on its own. he was able to get the vehicle to a complete stop. he was able to duplicate the same problem by attempting to brake again and he heard and felt the grinding sound. however the vehicle did not shift into reverse again. he also stated that he could not get the vehicle up the small hill leading to his driveway without removing the snow out of the way first; he believed that the vehicle should have been able to get up the hill as it had front wheel drive. he had not called the manufacturer or the dealer to-date. the vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. the current and failure mileages were 3,399.

Reported in: EPSOM NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: EPSOM NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i have a new 2010 camry with 2,000 miles on it. i read that toyota "has agreed" to a brake over-ride on new vehicles - but mine is "only" to get the pedal fix. don't let them pull the wool over your eyes. this new vehicle i'm driving "needs" the brake over-ride. let's not let them get out of this fix. it will only lead to more law suits and lost lives. this needs to be pushed at all the upcoming hearings and they need to agree to the fix. not "just" new productions. this car i have is a "new" 2010 with 2,000 miles. yes, there was a crash, but not with mine "yet".

Reported in: HARRISONBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while driving 20 mph the accelerator became stuck which caused the vehicle to crash into the rear of another vehicle. the contact was unable to stop the vehicle by applying the brakes. no one was injured and the air bags did not deploy. the contact called the manufacturer to schedule an appointment regarding the floor mat and the accelerator pedal failure. the contact was concerned about the safety risk. the failure mileage was 3,825.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK4AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2010 toyota camry. gas pedal is too sensitive; the car lurches forward when you place the slightest/lightest touch on the pedal. i brought the car to the toyota dealer and was told that others are reporting the same problem, but this is "normal" for the 2010 and there is no known fix. the dealer said they would report it.

Reported in: NAPLES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

toyota sudden acceleration and braking defects.

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i have a toyota 2010 camry, bought july 2009, this car is not slow down properly, it always run for 2 to 5 seconds then i can feel it start to slow down,then take 5 more seconds drop about 2-3 mile, it compared with my other two cars, it is really show something wrong in this car. then i heard toyota announce the recall all 2010 - 2007 camry for gas pedal problem, so i back to toyota sunnyvale,ca dealer to do the recalled fixes. however, my camry still has same problem like before. so i back to my dealer to compliant about it, there is service engineer did a test drive and wrote a report said it works as design. i told them my other two cars didn't happen like this way, all the car should be decelerated when foot is removed from the accelerator right way, toyota engineer just don't feel 2010 camry has anything wrong. but i don't feel this car is safe to drive like other cars. i think it could have potential trouble for driver safety. please notify toyota to fix this problem soon.

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK0AU

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK0AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry . he stated that while driving at 35 mph when stopping and preparing to brake the vehicle accelerated on its own. he hit a vehicle in front of him which resulted in front end damages to the vehicle. there were major injuries and he broke his left hand. the police was contacted and a report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a auto body,where the vehicle will be diagnosed by representative of toyota and or the insurance company.there had been no repairs done to the vehicle at the time of the complaint. the failure and current mileage was 4400. updated 04/16/2010.*lj updated 07/14/10*jb

Reported in: CHARLESTON SC || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK9AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

have 2010 camry next day after purchase car started making a popping noise took to dealership service dept. they didn't know what was making noise, would check with outside tech had to call them after waiting for over a week. service dept. mgr tells me it is normal that all camrys make the noise that it is the abs actuator. new cars should not be making a loud noise. if this is normal why didn't they know what is was the first time i took car in? service mgr. told me to turn the radio on and i wouldn't hear the noise. car automatically slowed down while driving at nighttime, had foot on accelerator, if a car had been behind me they would have hit me, put more pressure on acc. but engine just revived was able to quickly turn engine off and restart car would not change into gear as it should seemed as if hung in low. have had brake pedal go to floor as if no brakes. have taken car to dealership serv. dept but kept being told nothing showed up on computer. i told them i couldn't help what was or wasn't on computer but those things did happen and were happening. serv. mgr. told me that it must be that i just decided i didn't like the car. as of this date feb.22 i still have not received a recall letter regarding floor mats or accelerator. e-mailed toyota over a week ago received confirm that e-mail had been received but have not received a response from them. these instances started august 1, 2009.

Reported in: CUMMING GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK6AU

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

the brake pedal was soft. the brake pedal would contact the floor mat in an emergency stop.

Reported in: ELK GROVE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK4AU

PARKING BRAKE

the brake pedal was soft. the brake pedal would contact the floor mat in an emergency stop.

Reported in: ELK GROVE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK4AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i purchased a new 2010 toyota camry in oct-2009 and i realized after 2-3 weeks that there is something wrong in there. the rpm goes high (and tries to stay there) when down-shifting even without the leg is off the gas paddle. while i understand that downshifting may increase rpm but then i feel like it wants to stay there by means of some un-intended acceleration. when i realized that there is something wrong, i just ignored the issue because i did not want to take the car to the dealer and let them mess it up further. i thought this is happening because it is a new car. after few miles driven, the issue will go away. but when i learned about the un-intended acceleration in january 2010, i realized that the issue is more serious and i should not ignore any more. i went to dealer but as i expected, they did not take it seriously and told me that the car runs as per design. i went for the recall too but it did not make any difference. being an engineer, i myself have established few simple test cases where one can prove that there is definately something wrong in the car. and if the car runs as per design, then there is something wrong in the design itself. i knew in advance that taking the car to the dealership was not going to work. i purchased a new vehicle so that i can keep on driving it nicely for years to come but i neve expect it to be going to garage for such a serious issue in less than 3 months! i have not received any satisfactory answer/solution to my problem so far.

Reported in: DEERFIELD BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK8AU

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: DEERFIELD BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK8AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

in august 2009 i purchased a 4-cylinder automatic 2010 toyota camry le. immediately after taking delivery i noticed that the car hesitated when i pressed the accelerator. when i press the accelerator it feels like the engine is not getting sufficient amount of gas and it will stall. it takes a noticeable amount of time for the engine to respond to the demand from the accelerator pedal. upon contacting the dealer i was told that acceleration will smooth out after a couple of weeks. however, seven months later the hesitation is still there. from postings on the internet it appears that this has been an on going issue with camry which toyota has known for many years but instead of fixing the problem the company has tried to address it through tsbs including, but not limited to, eg056-06 and eg036-07. based on my experience with 2010 camry and experience of many other 2010 camry owners posted on the web it is obvious that this problem continues to exist. in addition to being a design flaw it is also a safety hazard because the car does not react normally when the driver presses the accelerator. this is particularly dangerous when merging into traffic or getting on a highway. car�s hesitation before picking up speed can lead driver to misjudge the time needed to merge into traffic which can result in serious accident. regretfully this is just one other safety issue that toyota has opted to ignore. it maybe worthwhile to note that this acceleration hesitation problem is tied to the same electronic module that controls the speed of the car and according to many experts maybe the actual cause of camry�s sudden acceleration.

Reported in: FRAMINGHAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK5AR

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Reported in: FRAMINGHAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK5AR

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

i was stopped at a stop light behind a 2010 toyota camry. the led brake lights are so intense on that car that my retina's were red saturated. when the stoplight turned green i looked at my dash and the yellow maintenance light appeared green. this color saturation lasted a least 1 minute. this means that a yellow stop light would appear green and that a green light would appear yellow. there is no reason for this level of intensity such that my retina is saturated while stopped 5 feet behind a car in front of me.

Reported in: ALISO VIEJO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

at speeds exceeding 60 - 65 mph the car sways.

Reported in: WEST BLOOMFIELD MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EKXAR

STEERING

at speeds exceeding 60 - 65 mph the car sways.

Reported in: WEST BLOOMFIELD MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EKXAR

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

light from headlights is inadequate. it seems to be half cut off at the top of the beam so that when the vehicle goes down hill the light only goes out about 20 feet and is totally impossible to see the road. i have to use the high beams all the time if traveling anyplace where there are hills. this is an ongoing problem every since i got the toyota camry. in the lexus they have made is the headlights move to compensate for this problem so toyota must be aware of it but isn't acknowledging it when we called the dealer. no fix is offered and the car is unsafe to drive at night in hilly terrain.

Reported in: BELLA VISTA AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK8AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i am the owner of a 2010 toyota camry which has the defects now under investigation involving out-of-control acceleration of the car. this car presents a serious potential hazard to myself and to others and i will not continue to drive it. toyota needs to be severely dealt with for putting the almighty dollar ahead of providing a safe car that their customers could trust - and for their deception in attempting to hide, cover up, dismiss the problems and not deal with legitimate complaints well before this time. toyota's actions and lack of action has put millions of people at risk to the point of causing multiple deaths and injuries on our highways and roads. a once trusted automobile company has abandoned the principles they must adhere to in building an automobile - first and foremost, providing an automobile that is safe to drive. they have thus abandoned the customer, causing not only death but immense distress among millions of car owners who can no longer trust the car they purchased - at great expense - and now see its value sinking rapidly. my camry has less than 1000 miles on it. i expect and deserve fair compensation for the trust and money that i put into this company for a car that is unsafe to drive. i want my money back! now.

Reported in: ROCHESTER MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK7AR

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

we purchased a 2010 toyota camry in august of 2009. we have had several issues with the car since we purchased it. our main concern is that on occasion when applying the brake the car with actually lurch forward as it brakes. it does not do this all the time and the malfunction is not predictable.

Reported in: HARKER HEIGHTS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK4AR

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2010 toyota camry. consumer states they were not notified of recall which included their vehicle before the signing of their lease. consumer seeks authorization to return vehicle and receive return of deposit paid*tgw updated 07/09/10.*lj updated 07/29/10 *bf updated 08/03/10*jb

Reported in: GRAND RAPIDS MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK2AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i am requesting that dot nhtsa investigate the driver�s contribution to unintended acceleration (ua) and toyota�s accelerator/brake pedal designs that make it possible. i was driving a rented toyota camry in a parking lot. i applied the brake and instead of slowing down the vehicle began to gain speed. i pressed harder on the brake and it accelerated. the harder i tried to stop the car the faster it went. i took my foot off the brake for a moment and the vehicle stopped accelerating. i believe that my foot was on both the brake and the accelerator pedals. i measured the distance between the brake and the accelerator and found that it was only 1.5 inches. my vehicle a gm acadia is 2.5 inches. this made me think that the tops of the two pedals are too close together. i managed to find 6 different toyota models including the prius and they averaged 1.5 inches between the tops of the brake and the accelerator pedals. i measure competitive vehicles and found they averaged 2.2 inches. something is wrong with the toyota designs � they are too close together. i have continued to investigate unintended acceleration and have collected a significant amount of data that supports the fact that the driver is a major cause of ua and that some vehicle designs make it possible. i have conducted driving tests and simulated the conditions that cause ua. they clearly identify that toyota pedal designs contribute to the driver being a cause of ua. good vehicle pedal designs make it very difficult to simultaneously and unintentionally depress both pedals. from the odi incident reports gm vehicles seem to be particularly insensitive while the ford 150 truck seems to have a large number of complaints. there must be something in the pedal designs or operation that makes this possible. i have read two older dot reports concerning ua and they indicate that the driver is a cause of ua. why is that not studied and acknowledged now? please formally investigate.

Reported in: ROCHESTER HILLS MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: ROCHESTER HILLS MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. the contact stated that when he engaged the accelerator pedal the vehicle failed to accelerate normally, instead it made a zooming noise, lunged forward and stopped before the computer activated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and he was told that the vehicle was functioning properly. there were no failures diagnosed within the computer. the toyota manufacturer was also called and he filed a claim. the failure mileage was 3,000.

Reported in: AVENTURA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK0AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. the contact stated that when he turned the steering wheel to the left or the right it doesn't respond immediately. while driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle would travel from lane to lane and became difficult to drive straight. the vehicle also accelerated and increased in speed while the brakes were depressed which made it impossible for the vehicle to stop. the vehicle was taken to the dealer but they were unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. the toyota manufacturer was called and stated that he should take the vehicle back to the dealer to be diagnosed. the failure mileage was 5,000.

Reported in: BENTLEYVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

STEERING

Reported in: BENTLEYVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

vehicle purchase nov 2009. 2010 toyota le camry. noticed within first 200 miles that vehicle accelerated and down shifted during turns. voiced compliant. no action. recall announced, told had to wait for letter for repair. brought vehicle back same problem. then fixed. vehicle at 1700 miles driving like stick shift car jumps as changing gears. may jump as breaking causing an incomplete timely stop. currently at 2200 miles driving rough on road and shifting self as driving so power will immediately increase then decrease. scared to drive new vehicle. dealership treating me as crazy and that should wait for additional recalls before bringing vehicle in. this has all taken place before initial payment was even made. very disappointed in quality.

Reported in: APPLE VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Reported in: APPLE VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: APPLE VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

purchased new 2010 toyota camry le , in first week acknowledged to dealership that it was shifting itself slowly like a stick shift. also quickly accelerating when braking on turns. told normal let the car break in. few weeks trouble still continue. took to dealership, told yes there is recall but need to wait for letter. at 1600 miles accelerator was changed, however vehicle still driving unsafely hard to come to complete stop, takes to long like it is downshifting. vehicle jumps as driving and is riding rough. now at 2000 miles and first payment dur not comfortable in car. single mother that decided it was time to invest in a new car and stop dealing with used car problems has found in two months new car has millions of more issues. not satisfied and very disappointed. need another car but not in position to do so. scared for family safety as many reports show people are being ignored by complaints and are dying.

Reported in: VICTORVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Reported in: VICTORVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

2010 toyota camry headrests are very uncomfortable pushing your head forward & hear gasoline splashing back & forth when the tank is full.

Reported in: LITTLETON CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BK3EK5AU

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2010 toyota camry headrests are very uncomfortable pushing your head forward & hear gasoline splashing back & forth when the tank is full.

Reported in: LITTLETON CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BK3EK5AU

VISIBILITY

husband, daughter and myself got into our 2010 camry, when our daughter closed her rear door, we heard a cracking noise and turned around to see the back windshield shattered and a huge hole in the middle. there was glass scattered all over the back seat. luckily our daughter was not injured. there was no rock, branch or thrown object as a cause of the shattering. car was parked in driveway. had been driving car earlier in the day with no problems. temperature outside roughly 40 degrees and car had just been turned on.

Reported in: NEW ROCHELLE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact has a 2010 toyota camry. the vehicle had a sudden acceleration and the contact was unable to be stop until the fail safe light came on. the contact stated that the vehicle had been repaired, however the failure has continued to occur. the contact stated that toyota told them that they could sell the vehicle or go through arbitration. the vehicle had 7000 miles at the time of the failure. the current mileage was 7000.

Reported in: KALAMAZOO MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK8AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

on 2/12/10 my 2010 toyota camry received an acceleration fix. in addition i was informed a fail-safe computer program was put in. on 2/17/10 as i was entering my parking slot, the car did an unintended sudden acceleration without my foot being on the accelerator. i was pressing the brake. i jammed both feet into the break. after 3 seconds, as my car was climbing up a snow bank, it stopped. the engine was idling while my gear shift was in drive. this is the second level on the fail-safe system. this means that: "if both accelerator position sensors fail, or if one throttle position sensor fails, the ecm will...return the engine to idle speed. had the incident happened one minute earlier, i would have been in a high car/pedestrian area and would not have been able to avoid an accident. the whole event took 5-6 seconds before the car suddenly stopped. the fix done by toyota is not the fix for the acceleration problem. updated 03/08/10 *bf updated 07/01/10.*jb

Reported in: KALAMAZOO MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK8AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

problem: 2010 toyota 4 dr camry: i am 81 years old. after checking with the new jersey dealer where i bought the this car 51/2 months ago, i was told my vin # was ok for no problem with the gas pedal sticking, but i should go in for the mat/gas pedalproblem. i did & was told it was done. on 2/16, i was pulling into a spot at cvs. i took my foot off of the gas pedal and started to put the foot on the brake when the car suddenly flew up forward over the cement curb and into the dirt and bushes which, thank god stopped the car. i will never get back into my 2010 toyota camry again. they hauled the car to their dealership and got me a honda rental. i made an appointment with general mgr.. he told me so far they had not been able to find anything in the car. i told him i would never drive that car again and my sons had told me no matter what these people said i was not to drive it. i explained along with never being able to drive that car again i would not now purchase another toyota. he told me they could give me $17,000. refund leaving me to eat $10,916. on a car i have had for 5 � months and had only 2,091 miles on it. i was told to talk to someone at their corporate office in ca and they offered me nothing but a slick ?your word against mine? nothing help. i could see the writing on the wall i went out the next day, bought a ford fusion and drove away in my new car. i am contacting you not only because toyota did not try to assist me with my problem, but also i have been having nightmares about the thousands of people who were told their vin # had no gas pedal problem as i had been told and may find out that is not true - as i did.

Reported in: THE VILLAGES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK4AU

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2010 toyota camry concerned with recent toyota recall. *cw the consumer stated he examined his recently purchased vehicle and he found it virtually impossible for the gas pedal and floor mat to become intermingled. the consumer stated the problem is much more serious than shortening thee gas pedal and replacing a floor mat as indicated in the recall. *jb updated 03/17/10 the consumer did not state that he or his wife experienced any problems, but due to the news reports, they are afraid to drive the vehicle and it has since been garaged. the consumer listed several questions he would like to have answered. updated 04/20/10 updated 10/27/10

Reported in: ROUND ROCK TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK7AR

STEERING

opening the hood to add windshield wiper fluid, the hood release did not work, had to reconnect it. the power steering fluid was extremely low, have only owned car for 6 months, only 4000 miles on it. sometimes when you let off the gas pedal, feels like the brakes engage, really slows the car down when "coasting".

Reported in: JOHNSTOWN OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Reported in: JOHNSTOWN OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

2010 toyota camry. consumer states vehicle failed to stop due to a complication in the accelerator lever and floor mat causing an accident. *tgw

Reported in: OAKLAND CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK0AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2010 toyota camry was purchased in sept '09. in oct. 09, my car was on about a 10 degree incline, foot on the break, when i took my foot off the brake it began to roll back. this has since happened about a dozen times. i took it to metro toyota in january and was told nothing was wrong. i complained to the service mgr. who test drove the car with me & replicated the problem. i was told this was normal for the '10 camry's because of the new 6-speed transmission. i said i did not think this was normal & asked him to refer the problem to toyota & call me back. nothing ever happened - so in feb. i called the service mgr again who called me back a week later & said there is nothing else that could be done.

Reported in: WESTLAKE OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK8AR

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

we bought a 2010 toyota camry less than six months ago. from the beginning we had problems with the brakes,which makes a knocking sound. took it back to fred haas toyota on two to three occasion, they claim nothing was wrong each time. i also experienced the acceleration problem which i told them about,still nothing was done. we have 5 years to pay for a car that is a danger to myself & my family.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EKXAR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

the day after purchasing my 2010 camry, the car seemed to ride funny. i felt uneasy but initially thought it may be that it was my first completely new car. this went on for the next few weeks, i.e. the car seeming to jerk or heave, regardless of the speed. i was worried that there was something wrong with the engine and then the lights on the aircondition/heating board stopped working so i thought it was an electrical problem instead. i took it in. the mechanic explained everything away, explained the 'electrical problem', and stated that the heaving feeling i was sensing was that the car was computerized and that it took time for the accelerator to catch up with the signal the computer was giving it, or something like that. he ran an engine check and everything was fine. on my service sheet he simply stated that i had complained about the accelerator hesitating (which i did not), but did not document that i brought the car in complaining that it had electrical problems. a week later there was the recall. when i later called about the recall and continued to complain about the accelerator problem, the serviceman ( a different one) told me that i would feel no change in the way the way the car drove so he would have someone ride with me to try to figure out what i was talking about. the day before taking the car in for the fix, the car slightly accelerated when i was trying to come to a stop. after the fix, a toyota representative rode with me (i let him drive), but the car did appear to ride better after the fix. the car does still feel better than when i first bought it but seems to be gradually getting worse since the fix, e.g. the car occasionally slightly accelerates when i am coming to a stop.

Reported in: HERMITAGE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK1AR

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: HERMITAGE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK1AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i have a 2010 toyota camry. abs light and vsc light illuminates insistently on dashboard when pressing on brake. this is happening for 4 months.

Reported in: GERMANTOWN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK2AR

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

i have a 2010 toyota camry. abs light and vsc light illuminates insistently on dashboard when pressing on brake. this is happening for 4 months.

Reported in: GERMANTOWN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK2AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while driving approximately 35 mph, the contact noticed that the accelerator pedal was slightly "non-responsive". she took the vehicle to the dealership and the pedal was replaced according to recall 10v017000, vehicle speed control, accelerator pedal; after the repair was made she noticed that the vehicle did not slow down when she took her foot off of the pedal and the rpm gauge would not decrease in speed; however, she was able to use the brakes to slow down. she also stated that while driving in reverse, the vehicle suddenly accelerated, yet she was able to stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. she called the manufacturer and was awaiting a response in regards to the failure. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired when the complaint was filed. the current mileage was approximately 8,800. the failure mileage was 7,458.

Reported in: MURFREESBORO TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK3AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

toyota camry (rented from hertz ann arbor sheraton). delayed response when removing foot form accelerator pedal. vehicle maintains speed for a very noticeable 1 or 2 seconds. 100% repeatable while driving at highway speed. the vehicle actually remains under power even though the driver has removed the input command. i observed the same delay each time i removed my foot from the accelerator pedal. even being aware of this situation i was caught off guard when a truck changed lanes in front of me. i removed my foot expecting to slow down only to realize that the vehicle continued at speed closing the gap between me and the truck while the truck decelerated. when i removed my foot from pedal and shift into neutral to remove the load, i witnessed the rpm will increase 400-1000 rpm depending on terrain and amount the throttle was depressed to maintain vehicle speed. this rpm spike is brief in duration (1 second or less). i repeated this an estimated 30 times under various grade conditions. (ohio turnpike, i-475, us 23 northbound michigan). the worst case being driving up a slight grade maintaining 2100 rpm. i fully removed my foot from the accelerator pedal, shifted into neutral ,and observed a blip to 3100 rpm.

Reported in: ANN ARBOR MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK6AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. the contact was driving approximately 45 mph on a dry road surface. an increase of acceleration occurred without warning. the vehicle was able to slow down. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired. the identical failure continued after the service repair. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on a separate occasion. however, there were no repairs performed to correct the problem. the manufacturer was notified and recommended that the vehicle be taken to the dealer for further inspection. the failure mileage was 6,000.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK1AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. she took the vehicle to the dealer for the accelerator replacement on february 17, 2010 a couple days later while driving at 35 to 40mph and attempting to slow down, the vehicle surged forward with a strong force that caused her head to move backward. she had parked the vehicle and stated she will not drive it again. the contact stated she will take the vehicle back to the dealer. the failure mileage was 6,462 and the current mileage was 6,600.

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BK3EK5AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

after toyota pedal recall completed, had issue 2x with accelerator sticking and actually causing the gas pedal to be sluggish (would not accelerate).

Reported in: CANTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

POWER TRAIN

vehicle has acceleration surge, has done this several times. also at times, vehicle does not slow done very well when coming to a stop, kind of like a fast idle.

Reported in: APPLE VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK3AU

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i have a 2010 camry approx 11,000+ mileage. i had my car checked for the brakes due to the popping sound when release brake pedal and clicking after putting car in reverse and then drive. toyota responded: the sound you are hearing is normal operation of the brake system. when you shift from reverse into drive, the brake calipers mechanically adjust to the vehicle's forward motion. when this adjustment happens, a clicking sound can sometimes be heard. this is a normal characteristic of the vehicle and will not cause any issues to the brake system. i just dropped my car off again this morning to have repairs done for the recall after the first time telling me that it wasn't sticking; but i heard that it should still be repaired. i asked them to check the brakes again and the service rep said the sound doesn't sound normal. i'm extremely nervous driving the car and worried about the unknown of what can happen. i have been driving cars for many years and never had the brakes sound this way.

Reported in: LA PORTE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK1AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry hybrid. the manufacturer was contacted shortly after purchasing the vehicle when it accelerated and lunged forward. the contact stated that the dealer told her that it was perfectly normal for hybrid vehicles. the contact stated that she had previously had the recall repair done for the accelerator pedal; however, she continued to experience the failure. the contact has driven hybrid vehicles before and they did not accelerate. the failure mileage was 15 and the current mileage was 4,000. updated 06/03/10*bf the consumer stated the vehicle continues to surge and it has been in the repair shop numerous times. updated 06/07/10*jb updated 11/11/10 *bf the consumer stated there have been times when the vehicle jumped several inches while in reverse and the vehicle would jerk forward when in park and the gas engine would activate. updated 111/17/10

Reported in: LAWRENCEBURG IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BB3EK6AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry le. she took the vehicle to the dealer on february 20, 2010 for the accelerator repair and after the repair she experienced sudden acceleration several times. she stated the vehicle is very slow to start and within seconds it over accelerates. she will take the vehicle back to the dealer. the failure and the current mileage were 1,914.

Reported in: CHESTER VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK5AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. when the contact attempted to drive 5 mph into a parking space, the vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning. the contact was able to stop the vehicle by applying the brakes. prior to the recent failure, recall nhtsa campaign id numbers: 09v388000, 10v017000 repairs were performed on the vehicle. the current and failure mileages were 7900.

Reported in: LUBBOCK TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK8AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while driving 25 mph the vehicle rapidly accelerated to 45 mph. the contact applied the brakes in order to stop the vehicle. the contact has not taken the vehicle to the dealer. the contact stated when the vehicle accelerated it could have caused a crash. the failure mileage was 7,800.

Reported in: WAKEFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK5AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

- uneven and unexpected sudden acceleration without any additional pedal pressure - had sudden acceleration while making a turn and vehicle went out of control - experienced sudden acceleration while changing lanes on a freeway - even received a traffic ticket in dec 2009 once for failing to yield when the vehicle did not slow down on pressing on the brake - several times experienced deceleration while trying to speed up and cross a signal light and other locations - many times noted sluggish pickup when starting the car after driving a while and stopping at intersection or due to traffic and then trying to continue driving - sometimes i clearly hear the engine throttle being disproportionate to the gas pedal pressing and a sudden thrust happening in the vehicle - once while starting from an intersection, the front wheel of the car went into a spin faster than the rear wheel causing a slipping motion and this was on a clear day and good road condition. - vehicle loses balance or shakes on the slightest of winds or when changing lanes. this kind of problems i never even had in my old smaller ford focus 2002 car. - this vehicle is not covered by toyota recall for the accelerator pedal issue but these problems exist as they definitely are an electronic circuit problem. - the floor mat issue or sticky pedal issue is not my problem clearly - toyota salesmen knowingly did not inform me of the recalls and full extent of details of the acceleration issue and after the sale was consummated in passing mentioned me to keep the floor mat tied an that was it.

Reported in: ELK GROVE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my vehicle has been recalled and "repaired" - gas pedal, floor mat, brake override system. prior to the recall, the gas pedal was sluggish and i would experience mini, sudden accelerations. there has been no improvement since the repairs (3/2/2010). in fact, it appears to have become more frequent, the sudden accelerations are not dramatic and braking does take care of the problem.

Reported in: HORSHAM PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK9AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry sle. the contact states he just purchased the vehicle january 7th, 2010. he is having problems with unintended acceleration. his vehicle was having the acceleration problem before the recall. the contact stated that the dealer performed the recall repair on his vehicle but he is still having problems. his navigation is also not operating properly. the failure mileage was 50. the current mileage was 800.

Reported in: WELLESLEY MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK5AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

driving my 2010 toyota camry on busy secondary highway. driving 20-25 mph when vehicle engine suddenly "roared"- like the gas pedal had been pushed to the maximum. i put the brakes on hard. the car stopped, and the vehicle behind me rear-ended me.

Reported in: WHEELING WV || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while parking my 2010 camry at the grocery store, i slowly turned into the parking space and my car suddenly accelerated jumping the curb and hitting a cement surrounded light pole. the air bags did not deploy and i was not noticeably injured. the car had just had the replacement pedal installed on march 2, 2010 as ordered by the recall. the vehicle was towed to avondale toyota in avondale, arizona and is currently awaiting a representative from toyota to inspect it on mon. march 8th before any work will be done. property damage only to the vehicle. we were told at the dealership that the airbags only deploy after 20 miles per hour. we have never before had a problem with the accelerator sticking.

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

two weeks before, i had two recall fixes done for my 2010 camry (sticky pedal, floor mat entrapment). although for the initial two days, it looked like maybe it worked, since then the same old problems with the car are persisting. in the past, leading to the recall fix, i had lodged several complaints (including one before the gas pedal recall announcement) with toyota and their dealer. my car has a weird transmission at speeds 0-45mph. the braking is also not smooth and it does feel like the car is for a second not accelerating when it should or brake when it should. at this time, i have given up on this as it seems to be a waste of time trying to explain my position and get it fixed. a second attempt to reach out to toyota through their website (since their 1800 support number keeps you waiting forever) - [incident: 100130-000604] on 1/30. there was no response from toyota on this.

Reported in: FREMONT CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my wife owns a 2010 toyota camry, which has been to a local dealership for the gas pedal recall fix. on tuesday, march 2nd, i was driving her camry. i placed the shift lever in drive, took my foot off the brake, and the car suddenly accelerated at what seemed to be full throttle. my foot was not even on the gas pedal. i immediately hit the brake, and the acceleration ended, so the brake override did work. i returned the camry to the dealership, and i was told that this was normal for a cold engine. the engine was not cold when this happened. i had just driven it about 20 miles just a few minutes before the incident. i am being told there is nothing wrong with the car, yet we are driving a loaner car because the dealership management wants to look at the "alleged problem" closer.

Reported in: SAINT PAULS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK4AU

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Reported in: SAINT PAULS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK4AU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

the car didn't stop because the gas pedal got stock and the brakes wouldn't work , it occurred once , which caused the accident . parts was repaired , i don't have the old parts or the car because it was a rental car ( 2010 toyota camry ) .

Reported in: FLUSHING MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK1AU

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Reported in: FLUSHING MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK1AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

bought my 2010 camry last aug. noticed sudden speeds once in a while. called dealer, they said it was normal. here recently; i had the recall repairs done. it still feels as if the car wants to speed without me foot on the gas. called dealership and once again they said it was normal because of the different clutch system vs that of older cars. it doesn't feel normal to me. i'm afraid to drive my car but i have no choice. i need it for my job which demands alot of driving. not sure what to do at this point.

Reported in: DUBLIN OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BK3EK2AU

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

consumer is concerned with the 2009 and 2010 toyota camry defect issues. *ts the consumer owns the 2010 camry and he and his wife purchased the 2009 camry for their son. the consumer and his son are afraid to drive the vehicles. they want to return both vehicles.*jb

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EKXAR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. she stated while driving 10 miles per hour and making a left turn, the vehicle accelerated forward. the contact stated on one occasion while trying to park in a parking space, the vehicle accelerated forward. she stated on another occasion while driving at 15 miles per hour the vehicle accelerated forward on an incline and had to go up and down a hill. the contact stated the failure has happened several times. the contact stated the manufacturer was willing to repair the vehicle. the failure mileage was 200. the current mileage was 1500. the vin was not available. updated 04-15-10 *bf updated 05/05/10. *jb

Reported in: MATICK MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact has a 2010 toyota camry. the contact stated that they are having problems with the brakes on the vehicle. the brakes release and the vehicle moves forward instead of stopping on uneven pavement regardless of the weather conditions. the failure mileage was 4900 and the current mileage was 11000.

Reported in: GERMANTOWN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK2AR

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

this is about the toyota recall. i own a 2010 camry. i just had the recall done last week. since the work has been done i have had nothing but problems with the idle and the engine. before the recall was done i never had a problem. something needs to be done before more people are killed.

Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

rental vehicle accelerated while stopping, rental agency hertz, cookeville tn. problem occurred on interstate exit ramp, the car decelerated from 70 to 55 then down shifted and started to accelerate up the exit ramp. i was able to stop the car and the rental agency informed me that the car had been serviced for the recall. as a test/reliability engineer, i classify this vehicle has unsafe.

Reported in: COOKEVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 11111111111

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

we bought our 2010 toyota camry on 12/31/2010 unaware of the recall that was about to hit. when we started hearing about the recalls, we got on the toyota web site. our vehicle that we purchased 2 weeks prior was now on a recall list. when we contacted our local dealer, they said to do nothing, toyota was sending out a letter the following week with all recall cars listed and when to bring them in. we never received a letter from the company nor the local dealership. when calling to demand this issue be fixed on monday 3/8/2010, they took my name and number, said someone would call me back, and never did. my car has depreciated, i can't even get out from under it and am scared to death to drive it. i am appalled at the lack of response or concern from this company. i want out of this contract !!!

Reported in: CLINTON IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: CLINTON IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) [xxx] 1) at red light, turned green, pressed down on accelerator, car sped backwards instead of ahead. braked, stopped, confirmed car in drive gear 2) gas pedal cut as part of recall, foot has gotten caught under pedal 3 times.

Reported in: RIDGEFIELD PARK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK0AU

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) from:[xxx] subject:toyota comments: i recall a similar problem with military aircraft, in which the engineers (myself included), could not isolate a system error. it was repeatedly fixed with no success. the problem fell down to a firmware error, on which the software was running. the firmware logic code was a third party provision to the system, and none of the engineers had real access to the logic circuitry. the firmware tested fine, and ran the test code as well, with no errors. it wasn't until the system was fully operational, that the system threw the errors. since it was the firmware that threw the errors, none of the sensors or any of the system logs caught the problem. the vendor of the firmware "assumed" it was always the user code "the oem" that was at fault, and any log was aimed at monitoring the software execution, and not the firmware processing. in watching the major auto manufacturer come to his knees, it struck me as to how similar, the situation seems in this case, to what we experienced, in the air force. perhaps there should be some modicum of consideration to the firmware architecture in your investigation, and not just the software. just a thought for you to have fun with. davec from nhtsa web site.

Reported in: PORTLAND OR || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

consumer is concerned for safety of leased 2010 toyota camry due to acceleration defect. *ts

Reported in: LACKAWANNA NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

the cruise control on my 2010 toyota camry sometimes continues to accelerate the vehicle after i take my hand off the cruise control accelerate lever. the speed of the car continues to accelerate until i hit the brake.

Reported in: PROVIDENCE RI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: PROVIDENCE RI || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK7AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while traveling 5 mph, the vehicle suddenly accelerated causing the contact to crash into a tree. no one was injured. the incident was not reported to the police. the vehicle was taken to the dealership where nhtsa recall #10v017000, vehicle speed control, accelerator pedal was performed on the vehicle. however, hours after having the recall repair performed the contact was making a left hand turn while traveling 5 mph when the vehicle suddenly surged forward causing the contact to crash into a ditch. the vehicle was destroyed. the contact suffered injuries to the head. a police report was filed. the manufacturer was not notified about the recent failure. the vin was not available. the approximate current and failure mileages were 5000.

Reported in: SIMPSONVILLE SC || Crash: Y || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. when the contact drove her vehicle 30 mph she noticed that the vehicle would suddenly accelerate without warning. in order to stop the vehicle the contact had to apply pressure to the brake pedal. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the floor mats caused the sudden acceleration. the nhtsa recall #10v017000, vehicle speed control, accelerator pedal recall repair was performed on the vehicle; however, after the vehicle was repaired the contact continued to experience the identical failures. the current mileage was approximately 4,700. the failure mileage was approximately 700.

Reported in: MORENO VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i have a toyota camry 2010, leased on august 23,2009. we started to notice an intermittent problem that has occurred since jan. 2010, where the car surges forward. my daughter has been driving the car and it was not until i drove it that we discussed the problem. this march. she just thought it was her imagination. it is a slight set of surges. it does not appear to be any particular time of circumstances, it just does it. we took the car in to have the mats and gas pedal checked and were told everything was okay. this was february 4, 2010 and had the oil changed at the same time. this was before i drove the car and we compared notes. (we do not feel safe in the car) i want to turn in the car!! this is my first toyota and will be my last.

Reported in: PALM HARBOR FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK1AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while traveling at a speed of 20 mph and attempting to stop the contact noticed that the when the accelerator pedal was depressed if would hesitate to return to its normal position. it was as if the pedal was sticking to the floor of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealership where the repair for nhtsa recall# 10v017000 was performed on the vehicle. the contact has not experienced the failure since the repair was performed. the current and failure mileages were 10000. updated 11/19/10. *lj updated 12/02/10*jb

Reported in: WAXHAW NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i experienced a runaway acceleration while driving my 2010 camry le v6 (made in japan). while leaving the parking lot of my work place i was trying to pull away from a stop sign and the engine revved out of control. as i tried to pull away from the stop sign the tires slipped because it had just snowed. i gave it a bit more gas to get over the snow when the car started to pull away from the stop sign the engine revved out of control. i pressed and held down on the brake, the car continued to pull forward, i put the car in neutral and the engine was at redline for about 10 more seconds then returned to normal. at no time did i floor the accelerator, it was not stuck. i stepped down on the gas just a bit to clear the snow patch and the engine just revved out of control. i am lucky this didn't happen in traffic, and i knew enough to hold down firm on the brake, or there could have been an accident.

Reported in: NEW HARTFORD NY || Crash: N || VIN #: JTNBK3EK1A3

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Reported in: NEW HARTFORD NY || Crash: N || VIN #: JTNBK3EK1A3

SUSPENSION:REAR

purchased 2010 toyota camry in 12/10/09. car/tire was wobbling, felt that alignment was out. i took vehicle to dealer on 12/21/09. i was told that one of the tires was off. dealer service just rebalanced rear passenger tire and inflated well beyond required psi's. car continued to wobble, and drive with a distortion in ride and have to hold steering wheel to the left to keep the car straight. went back for service on 1/23/10. again, service admitted radial pull. they rebalance the wheels, and realigned the car and that didn't correct the problem. dealer put 4 new tires and realigned. problem continued. car is not sitting on the frame properly but service will not admit it. took car to service again on 2/13/10. again a 4 wheel alignment was performed and didn't fix the problem. took to service again 3/8/10 complained that car isn't driving properly, i have to hold my steering wheel a certain way to keep the car driving straight. went for a test drive due to the distortion, wobbling of car and was told that toyota tires roll from left to right. incredible! the car accelerates when coming to a stop and steering wheel is turned to the left to go straight. one side of the car is higher than the other. when i asked what was done to the car, i was told that they made some adjustments and was dismissed. people driving behind me flash their lights at me and i've been stopped and told that my car is crooked . i can feel it and see the same thing. service inflated my tires to over 42psi's. that's too much air. this car is still drifting to the right or left depending upon which way the tires are moving from "left to right", in which i was told this is a toyota thing. insulting! i feel this was done in order to mask whatever the real problem is. i traded a 2004 camry that had the same issues. i had over 30 alignments, 4 brake jobs, a steering shaft replaced and 4 sets of tires in 4 yrs. i have documentation on that car. this car is doing the same thing. feel unsafe.

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

STEERING

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EKXAU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. he received a recall letter and took the vehicle in for recall repairs (nhtsa campaign id number: 09v388000, vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal). afterward, while traveling at speeds of 55 mph the vehicle began to make a loud revving noise and would start to jerk. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they made unknown repairs. within 24 hours, the vehicle continued to exhibit the exact same failure. the dealer was contacted where they refused additional repairs to the vehicle. the failure mileage was 1,000 and the current was 5,000.

Reported in: BUFFALO MN || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. after the vehicle was repaired per nhtsa campaign id numbers 10v017000 and 09v388000, vehicle speed control, accelerator pedal, the vehicle would exhibit instances of abnormal unintended acceleration. the unintended acceleration would occur in both the drive and reverse positions. the vehicle did not exhibit the failure prior to the recall repair. the dealer advised the contact to allow the engine to warm longer than usual. the vehicle was also equipped with an electronic sensor that would become familiar with the driver�s habits. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 95,000 and the current mileage was 10,000.

Reported in: EXTON PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

ltr fm (md) re 2010 toyota camry purchased on 1/22/2010, dealership failed to disclosed new vehicle was on toyota recall list for the sudden unintended acceleration. *tgw updated 05/26/10.8jb

Reported in: EDGEWOOD MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK0AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

toyota camry xle 2010 with 11500 miles is accelerating on its own and it is taking noticeable longer to slow down. check engine light is on and (esc) light is on. however this is not the first time this has happened. the car was taken to the dealer. the first time they said there was debris in the engine however it took them over 30 days to fix it and they did not seem confident they fixed the problem. it is not a consistent problem as it happens unexpectedly. this is not caused by a driver mistake as it can be clearly seen when foot is off the brake and car is in drive that the rpm is higher. sometimes the opposite happens and the car acts as if it is going to stall and shakes very hard. the approx incident date is the last time it was noticed and the car is no longer being driven. * i wonder if there is a possibility that my cell phone that causes interference with my tv and radio causes an interference with the etc system?

Reported in: WHITE PLAINS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK6AU

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: WHITE PLAINS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK6AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

2010 toyota camry would not accelerate above 30 mph with the accelerator pedal pressed all the way to the floor. *kb the consumer also stated on two occasions the vehicle unexpectedly bolted forward. *jb the consumer requested that toyota buy the vehicle back or replace it. updated 06/21/10*jb the consumer stated she has since experienced sudden acceleration again. in each case, she had to slam on the brakes to avoid an accident, while making a turn into a parking space. updated 06/04/13

Reported in: UNKNOWN DC || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK0AU

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2010 toyota camry. loss of value because of recalls.

Reported in: AVONMORE PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2010 toyota camry owner scared to drive vehicle due to the recall about the accelerator pedal and would like a refund. *kb

Reported in: ALLEGHENEY PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

on february 2, 2010 i was entering my garage and slowly drove in, i then placed my foot on the brake to stop, i then opened the drivers side door slightly as i was about to place the vehicle in park a short revving of the engine began, right before i placed the shifter into park the vehicle jumped into reverse and began to accelerate backwards,causing damage to the drivers side door which flew open due to the reverse acceleration, the wall in my garage ,the garage railing , the side panel of the garage were all damaged as a result. i then slammed on the brakes and the parking brakes, placed the shifter in neutral and then turned off the engine, i then called the toyota corporation and explained the event to them. their process was slow and not considerate to my needs as a consumer. after several days and numerous phone calls toyota finally responded and i was told that i was going to have to wait another 4 days for someone else from their regional department to get in touch with me. i finally decided to let my insurance company handle the vehicles damage because i only have one car. after a week in the shop i then took the vehicle a toyota dealer for them to repair the recall issues. toyota explained to me that they fixed the recall problems and returned the vehicle back to me.

Reported in: BRISTOW VA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BE46K29U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: BRISTOW VA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 4T1BE46K29U

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. while traveling at a speed of 18 mph the contact noticed a smell similar to burning wires.the contact proceeded to shift from 3rd gear to 2nd gear when the vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning. in order to stop the vehicle the contact shifted into neutral and pulled the vehicle to the side of the road where it was then turned off. after waiting a period of 4 minutes the contact restarted the vehicle and began operating normally. the vehicle was taken to the dealership where nhtsa recall # 09v388000 vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal was performed on the vehicle. the failure mileage was 521.

Reported in: SCRANTON PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1BF3EK2AU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i had called toyota at performance toyota and told them that out 2010 toyota camry was making a strange noise when accelerating. they said they would come to my home and pick up the car on monday the 8th. no one came. i called oksana my saleslady on the 10th and left her a message on her machine and she did not call back..on the 14th we we're going to church and as we we're pulling into the parking space my husband had his foot on the brake but the car accelerated over 2 concrete parking curbs and ended up in the upper parking lot about 10 feet up the hill. my husband had to keep both feet on the brake but the engine still kept on speeding until it got caught on both concrete barriers. 2 people in the parking lot witnessed this.

Reported in: HAMILTON OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T4BF3EK2AR

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

fax on behalf of constituent re problems with their 2010 toyota camry; afraid to drive the vehicle at night because it has only 3 to 4 feet of visibility when going up and down hills; reply to the cleveland office. *kb

Reported in: LOVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

ltr fwd (ny) owner of a 2010 toyota camry that has been service for multiple defects since purchased including braking system and gas pedal recall, reply to massapequa, ny ofc. *tgw the back seat foam was defective and had to be replaced, the passenger exterior mirror was loose, the brakes had to be pumped so they wouldn't feel mushy, the steering was loose and the dashboard lights would dim while driving and when applying the brake. the consumer contacted the dealer and informed them the lights were not working. they stated it sounded as though it was an electrical problem and she would have to leave the vehicle. the consumer also stated when she applied the brake, the vehicle would lunge forward. *jb