1997 Toyota Camry: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Jul 18, 2020 · Brakes, Engine · 1,223 miles · VA

Steering wheel and handle bar are loose. The electrical system including the ignition are not working properly. The service brakes and the hydraulic parts seems to wobble while driving . The exterior lighting headlights are so dimmed it is hard to see while driving at night. The vehicle is parked in front of my house.

Filed Mar 14, 2006 · Brakes, Lights · 37,177 miles · NY

There is a significant amount of "play" and "body roll" with respect to the steering components/steering wheel of the vehicle. This has existed from date of purchase. Additionally, the braking system is not as responsive as that which I have experienced in all other vehicles. The depth which the brake pedal must be depressed is much deeper and requires a greater amount of pressure, than that of any other vehicle I have driven. Finally, the headlights provide poor visibility both in the amount of light emitted and in their low mounting or angle which they sit at. Thank you for your time and efforts on my behalf. Best regards.

Filed Dec 6, 2003 · Lights · 105,000 miles · IN

1997 toyota camry le / many electrical problems related to various tail lights / turn signals / brake lights not working. Now it seems the headlights are burning dimly. New bulbs make no difference. Seems to be a design engineering issue overall with respect to electrical system on this year / model of car.

Filed Sep 29, 2000 · Lights · FL

Main steering column light switch fails, causing headlights and all dashlights to go off.

Filed Feb 13, 1999 · Suspension · AR

Problem started 12/17/97 with 4581 miles on the vehicle. The problem being a noise underneathj the car when going over bumps. I have had the car into the dealer on 4 different occasions withe the last being 2/2/99 trying to get the problem solved. They have tried on each time working with the front strut assembly and the struts. They had toyota rep in on this last time and he said they know of the problem and that this is a problem more noticeable in cold temperature and that they are still trying to come up with a fix. Problem is mainly a design problem in the strut assembly. Also headlights have been adjusted several times because of poor visability pattern they project and still have the problem. This matter has also had several attempts at correcting with the last being 2/2/99

Filed Dec 11, 1998 · Lights · WY

Consumer experiencing ongoing problem with the headlight poor visibility while driving at night. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that they are aware of this problem and have no solution at this time. Adjustment was made but problem continues to occur. Mfr. Notified, and informed consumer that they are the only consumer complaining about this problem. Manufacturer was going to send an engineer out, but he never showed up. *ak.

Filed Oct 15, 1998 · Lights · PA

Headlight design does not light efficiently resulting in poor visibility.

Filed Aug 14, 1998 · Lights · CA

Headlight are aimed too low and are not very bright. Dealer claims it is normal and the headlights are properly installed.

Filed Mar 13, 1998 · Lights · KS

Low beam lights are not bright enough.

Filed Jan 21, 1998 · Lights · NC

Head lamp safety cap cover design decreases visibility severely.

Filed Jan 21, 1998 · Lights · LA

There is a blind spot on the driver's side headlights, causing poor visiblity when driving, can't see when making left turn. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has attempted to correct the problem, not able to correct it.

Filed Jan 2, 1998 · Lights, Visibility · CT

Headlights are aimed, making it difficult to see. Windshield sparkles, causing it to blind the consumer.