Consumer states that vehicle is doing the same thing as mentioned in service bulletin eg01302, and that vehicle will not pass emission because the emission control panel light is on, indicating there is something wrong with emission control computer onboard.
The worst 1998 Gulf Toyota Camry problems
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Recalls 2
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: 1998-1999 toyota sport utility vehicles and light duty trucks equipped with wheel lug nuts, part no. 1207, supplied by prime wheel corporation, and distributed by gulf states toyota, inc. In the states of texas, oklahoma, arkansas, louisiana, and mississippi only. The lug nuts contain a defect which could cause loss of the lug nuts, and possible loss of the wheel.
- Risk
- This condition could cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace all the wheel lug nuts and also perform a complimentary wheel rotation when the repair is done.
Recall number 98V277000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition: anti-theft: control module
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles, and passenger vehicles equipped with an audiovox securikey+ security system and securikey+ security systems with remote starter system and distributed by gulf states toyota, inc., in the states of texas, oklahoma, louisiana, arkansas, and mississippi. Certain securikey+ and securikey+ with remote start wiring harnesses can malfunction causing an electrical failure.
- Risk
- This condition can cause intermittent performance of the vehicle's electrical components such as the dash warning lights and/or HVAC fan speed controls. Also, the vehicle may not run smoothly and could stall.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the securikey+ wiring harness and, if necessary, will replace the harness.
Recall number 98V279000 · Recall details
What 1998 Gulf Toyota Camry owners say
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While driving noticed leaking oil from exhaust system. Vehicle was not working. Manufacturer has been notified.
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Is the 1998 Gulf Toyota Camry reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 Gulf Toyota Camry, 2.0 times a typical Camry model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Gulf Toyota Camry?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 1998 Gulf Toyota Camry have?
2 recalls, covering wheels and electrical system.
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