1998 Toyota Camry suspension problems

Filed May 8, 2011 · Suspension · PA

Rear suspension issue that allows the car to bottom out over small bumps and a constant bumping noise. This is not just a one time incident.

Filed Apr 17, 2011 · Suspension · 60,000 miles · NJ

Car bottomed out over any uneven surface evan after I replaced shocks and mounts for over 850 dollars on front end. Fiinally replaced front and rear springs and struts for 2000 dollars and car still bottoms out and is unsafe to drive . Contact toyota about problem but no dealer would admit to suspension design flaw in 1998 camry suspension. Other faults with acceleration and serious injuries due to gas pedals we're a natural progression in camrys that followed.

Filed Mar 30, 2011 · Body, Suspension · CA

Dear sir or madam, I have 1998 camry le and the front suspension makes clunking and banging noise when I drive over any uneven surface or small hole, but noise gets much worse when I drive over bumps or humps. I hope you will take action to my complaint and thank you advance for taking care for us as a consumer safety.

Filed Feb 27, 2011 · Suspension · 56,000 miles · NY

I notice the same issue with my camry the noise is constant it makes a rattling noise in the front and then it also squeaks in the front. I bought it to pep boys 6 times and they can't find the problem it is a horrible noise that is very loud.

Filed Jul 23, 2008 · Suspension · 110,000 miles · NC

1. Front spring retainer collapsed into tire and shredded tire in motion, lost control, replaced shock absorber assy' 2. Rear stabilizer bar split in half, rear wheel wobbled uncontrollably condition, temporary weld, must be replaced, part available.

Filed Mar 13, 2008 · Suspension · 90,000 miles · AL

I have a '98 toyota camry le with a front-end rattling noise emanating from the suspension. When I drive off in the morning (cold) over a moderately bumpy road, its sounds like my front end was going to fall off. This rattle is definitely temperature dependent and driving me crazy. Looking at the web found the same problem also on camrys and avalons from '97-'99.

Filed Nov 28, 2006 · Engine, Suspension · GA

Blue smoke come from tail pipe after car sit for a few days and the front right strut or something on that side rattle. The date is when I first heard the noise but the previous owner heard the noise a year or two after purchase,she had the struts changed and the noise is still there.

Filed Dec 1, 2004 · Suspension · GA

All 4 struts worn-out and leaking on a vehicle less than 60,000 miles . Driving with bad struts was horrible! Very loud rattling noise. Was told by auto shop that this is a common problem in the 1998 camry. The result was a repair bill of $800.00. I could not afford to replace all 4 struts so replaced only 2 at a cost of $500.00!!

Filed Oct 6, 2004 · Suspension · 37,000 miles · NY

Problem with suspension. *bf the consumer requested reimbursement. *sc

Filed Jan 25, 2004 · Suspension · 80,000 miles · NY

Front suspension makes excessive noise over bumps. The mechanics I sent it to don't know what's causing the noise. I had all the struts and springs changed but the noise persists. All the parts were from the dealer. I would like to know what I can do and if this is a safety hazard. Thank you for your help.