When applying the brakes during an emergency stopping situation/ on wet or uneven pavement, brakes do not hold, resulting in extended stopping distance. Problem was reported to dealershp, brakes have been replaced twice. Problem has not been corrected. *ak
1998 Toyota Camry brakes complaints
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Tires wobble/vibrate 70-75mph being the worst. Multiple trips to dealer. 6 tires replaced. Multiple time balancing tires. Latest result - per dealer "we can't fix because it happens with speeds over 65mph and toyota will not authorize repairs on issues occuring over 65 MPH. Also, brakes make bad grinding noise and squeeks forward/reverse - advised it is becuase of the material of the pads. Pads changed once and have anti-lock brakes, but have left long skid mark with one tire and car pull to the side.
When brake pedal was applied brakes began to make a loud squeaking noise, and vibrate. Brakes are always very low. Dealer has been contacted. *ak
Brake failure resulted in a serious accident and injury. Yh
Front brakes make rumbling noise after being fixed for the same problem due to excessive pressure. Yh
While driving car went dead and brakes started to fail, this was a very busy road. Consumer took vehicle to mechanic. He said it was the battery, replaced battery. Consumer noticed that the mileage disappeared, and car went dead again. Consumer took car back to toyota.
The brakes are making grinding noise. They have been changed once by the dealership at 13000 miles, and then at 27000 miles they were again changed by sears. But the brakes are getting worn out easily and the grinding sound will not stop. The left and right seat belts have both failed at 20000 and 27000. They get stuck and wont come in or out. They have been changed by the dealer
Brakes are not working.
While driving vehicle at any speed consumer could step on the brake pedal to stop or to slowdown vehicle, but the brakes won't work, and make noise l grinding metal to metal noise.
Brakes do not have the correct stopping distance effectivenes .when the pedal is applied it goes straight to the floor. They feel mushy the dealer has been contacted.
Steering colunm pulls to right and vibrates at 70mph fumes from engine go through vents into car cause headaches and upset stomach. Brakes squeak when stopping lound noise.
Repeated brake noise - metal on metal - toyota has been unable to fix this problem.
Front passenger side window malfunctions. Yh
While parking vehicle took off about a mile per hour, crashing into a wall. Consumer stepped on the brakes, but they did not work, also air bags did not deploy.
Vehicle ex.periencing problem with column shift;whenever shifting into drive a click sounds came from the column. Also when applying brakes, and pedal returned to position, a popping sound could be heard, and pedal would be loose. Condition appeared to get worse after vehicle had been sitting still four five days or more. Manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that someone would contact him back,but no words ( mfr. Complaint #199909280711). Asking the federal safety agency help in this matter.
In a parking lot getting ready to pull onto a major highway brakes failed, and vehicle slid into the highway. Contacted dealer who couldn't find anything wrong. Let sister drive it, and she heard grinding noise. Also could feel it under the pedal. Had the vehicle serviced, and they replaced the front brake pads, but problem continued.
When driving at highway speed and applying the brakes a thumping and clunking noise was coming the from brakes.
While driving the brakes are whinning..the dealer inserted a brake kit for stopping power, and the brakes still don't work.
When applying the brakes there is a rumbling noise and vibration. Also the vehicle pulls to the right and has a longer stopping distance. Dealer has adjusted brakes 4 times, and problem still exists.
While driving the ABS light comes on unexpectedly, indicating a problem with ABS system. Also while braking, there is a noise, and extended stopping distance which may resultin a crash. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. Please provide further information and VIN#.
Brakes screech.
Anti-lock brake system.
Wide range sensor failure.
Brake failure. No further details given.
Brakes were shaking violently. Dealer said that it was because of the ABS.
Brake pads defective. Shocks are noisy.
Steering wheel shook about 2-3 time violently for a few seconds in the past couple of months. Had tires balanced and rotated and wheel alignment. While driving heard thumping noises and smoke from front left tire. Towed to toyota dealership. Dealer's conclusion of brake fluid contamination and repairs to the entire brake system costing approx. $3,200. Contacted insurance company, who supposedly analyzed the brake fluid for contamination, but didn't find any. Insurance company blames the brake system failure on manufacturing defect. Help!!!
When brakes are applied, sounds like metal to metal grinding. Had taken vehicle to dealer. After repair work was performed, ABS light came on & vehicle would skid when brakes were applied. Brakes had been modified.
Car came to full stop and with foot on brakes the car made a grinding noise, and then vehicle moved forward .consumer contacted dealer and manufacturer.been having brakes problem since mileage at 217.
Brakes make a grinding noise and do not work properly.
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