There is a serious problem with the brakes on the 1997 toyota camry. The brakes on the vehicle does not last for more than three months, and less.
1997 Toyota Camry brakes complaints
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The vehicle experienced extended stopping distance while braking. The brake pads were changed at 5000 miles yet the problem re-occurred at 37,000 miles.
Nar 03-27-2003 mr the consumer had only 49000 miles on the vehicle when the rotors had to be replaced. Over $400.00 in repairs made.
Multiple replacements of brakes.
The front brake rotors were worn, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance.also check engine light has been on since 45,000 miles.*jb
Just started raining I was cut off and braked. When I applied the brakes they locked and I hit the middle meridian.
The vehicles' front brake rotor continuously whop, and when brakes are applied the front end of the vehicle vibrates. The dealership has turned the rotor 6 times, but problem continues. Please provide more details. Ts
Consumer states that brake light illuminated on the dash indicating brake problem, consumer states took to dealer and they stated brakes needed replacing. Consumer states brakes have been changed four times. Consumer feels there a defect in the brakes that are being put on vehicle. Mr manufacturer stated that the brake system met the satisfactory specifications-declined repair. The consumer requests reimbursement for the elapsed brake work on the date of 8/15/02 in the amount of $659.44. Scc
Consumer states an on going problem with vibration while driving 70 MPH. Vehicle taken to dealer. They replaced front rotors and pads, within six month or less the problem is reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information.
Brakes failed while parking. Vehicle jumped foward and consumer hit a meter. Took vehicleto dealer, and they stated that there was recall 97v156000 for brake vacuum hose. Please provide any further information.
Near death experience. Brakes have failed at various speeds on numerous occasions originally reported 2 weeks after vehicle purchase. Since then have returned 5 times for brake failure still no solution lives have been in jeapardy feel unsafe in vehicle. Dealer reluctantly complies with original agreement brakes are under warranty please respond asap.
Brakes are inadequate and unsafe. If brakes are applied at high speed the discs warp so the brakes pulsate and lose stopping ability. This is especially dangerous in mountain driving or when brakes are needed for a quick strop on high speed interstate highways.
Master cylinder has been replaced three times already, but the problem still has not been remedied.
Front brakes make a grinding noice. Dealer replaced a 2-page list of parts at 22k miles. The noise is back at 44k miles. Any advise?
Brake pedal was going to the floor, dealer repaired front brakes. Consumer stated there is a noise in the front of the vehicle, dealer states 2 front struts need replaced, also axle boots leaked and dealer replaced. Vehicle was hard to start and then would die, dealer replaced the isc valve. Water pump leaked and was replaced.
Transmission makes a noise when car is placed in reverse or placed in drive and the engine dies leading to brake failure.
The brakes are constantly squealing, I was told this is normal....the car keeps dying when I am coming to slow down to take right hand turn. Has been dangerous problem, I drive through two rotarys, it has stauled around them. I am very concerned.
Moisture build up and froze brake vacuum hose. This caused increased stopping distance, resulting in a collision. Vehicle not included in recall 97v156000. *ak
Brakes making a grinding noise. Have had replaced three times, the first time under a manufacturer replacement bulletin. The 2nd time the brakes were replaced was in 6/99 (bryan easler toyota...excellent service). Third time the brakes were replaced -- 9/2000 at 55,000 miles (toyota of concord). Grinding noise has started again -- 4 months after replacement with only 8,000 miles on them. I can't believe I've owned this car 3.5 years and have had to replace the brakes so many times. I believe toyota needs to be held responsible for this problem. A friend, also with a '97 camry, has the same problem. If it were a cosmetic problem, it would be no big deal. But these are brakes -- a major safety factor. Any help to get this resolved will be appreciated.
Since purchasing the vehicle, the consumer has experienced problems with the right front brakes, the brake shoes break and have to be replaced every 10 to 15 thousand miles.
When five people were in the vehicle, the tires scraped rear wheel wells and undercarriage scraped pavement.
When brake pedal was applied, it felt like enough pressure was not being applied. Brakes would grab and release. Dealer has been contacted. *ak the original rear wheel cylinders were 3/4" and needed to be replaced with 7/8".
Phone after 7/26 is 847‑836‑1632. Toyota nor dealer will take any responsibility as their 36 month waranty expired. Since I have not had my minor service done at a toyota dealership, they say that I show no loyalty and therefore they have no loyalty to me. I asked how many ABS sensors have failed and they give me no reply. Very strongly they have written that their responsibility is 36 months and that is it -- period! No safety defect mentione din summary.
Brakes, drums and rotors have been replaced, adjusted or repaied due to problems with grinding, warping, squealing and brake loss, the vehicle does not stop safely at times. Nlm
Drivers seat rocks back and forth. Nlm
97 camry 4 cyllinder purchased used (34533 mi) sept, 99. Within a week noticed: front grill broken; grinding, scraping noise in front brake system; distinct "chunk" noise primarily in rt fr wheel well area from macpherson strut (lft noisy also); ca
While driving in rainy conditions consumer tried to put on brakes, and felt the ABS kicking. But, vehicle did not stop.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Brakes will lock up,will not release even traveling at high speeds, causing mass vibration on car. Unable to stop properly. Have replaced brake caliper system professionally 3 times, works for approx 1 month then system fails again. Unsafe to drive at speeds over 50 miles per hour.
Brakes lock up, will not release even at high speeds,causing mass vibration or unable to stop properly. Have replaced brake calipers, professionally 3 times. Worked approximately 1 month and situation started again. 1st indication was blakes were rock hard when compressed. As speed increased, vibration increased. Mechanic advised also bolt came loose frm drivetrain, causing boucey effect prior to brake problems.
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