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The worst 1999 Toyota Camry problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Engine115
- Brakes85
- Airbags74
- Acceleration65
- Electrical41
- Suspension34
- Tires29
- Visibility26
- Steering24
- Body18
- Transmission18
- Lights16
- Fuel system14
- Seat belts14
- Seats9
- Locks7
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Toyota Camry
No deployment 47Fire or smoke 36Check engine light 25Sudden acceleration 24Engine failure 22Brake failure 15Stalling 15Tire blowout 15Headlights 13ABS 11Grinding brakes 11Seat belt 10Adaptive cruise 9Door locks 8Airbag light 6Jerking 5
Recalls 1
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with cruise control and v6 engines, and built at one of two lines at the kentucky plant. The accelerator cable housing could be deformed at the cruise control actuator-to-throttle body connection. The accelerator inner-cable could wear away and eventually break.
- Risk
- This could allow the throttle to return to idle or remain in its most recent position regardless of accelerator pedal operation, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. Owner notification began february 23, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 01V012000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1999 Toyota Camry
Defect investigations
Engine compartment fire
Odi's data analysis found the fires rates to be consistently low and evenly distributed among six model years and six different engine configurations.odi examined a variety of root causes, those being detonation (resulting in oil pan puncture from connecting rod), starter fires, various fuel related fires, leaking oil filters, wiring issues, improper repairs and brake fluid leaks.none of the issues examined had reports that indicated a trend when normalized for populaton and exposure.see attached report for full details.
PE02079
Engine seizure
DP02004
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Toyota Camry 117
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Obsolete notice
- Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN...
- The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master...
- TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a...
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a...
- Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN...
- Obsolete notice
- Supersession notice
1999 Toyota Camry fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | FWD | 20-21 | 28-29 | 23-24 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 25-26 | 20-21 |
What 1999 Toyota Camry owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Front passenger seatbelt does not latch.
The contact owns a 1999 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the headlights were dim while driving the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the headlights were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed her that there were no recalls on the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 09E025000 (Exterior Lighting) which she linked to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 148,000.
The vehicle upon start had got heavy. It would only inch upon heavy acceleration. Then suddenly at turning, retained normality and burst forward
I turned on rear defrost and within few seconds back seat was on fire. Window burnt seat and seat belt also burned hand. It appears to have been a possible electrical cause. I figured a fuse would blow prior to a fire inside car. Had I been on fwy I would have not been lucky gas tank is inches below fire .
The head light have very low illumination and barely look like they are actually on at night. This is has been a major safety risk to drive this car at night. Toyota need to recall these headlights and fix the design flaw,
For several years, the check engine light has been coming on and we have been told it was the gas cap. Our mechanic has tried many solutions to repair this and hundreds of dollars later, we are now being told it is a common problem to this vehicle - the evaporation vapor canister. Upon further research, this piece was part of a lawsuit against toyota that toyota lost. We can not afford to pay over $400 for a part so that it passes inspection. Especially when toyota knew this part was a problem. Toyota should be responsible for the repair of this part.
Car pulls to left after new tires , 3 different alignment checks. Went on-line and discovered numerous complaints and few solutions. This is dangerous and little help from dealers. You have to maintain constant pressure on wheel when driving at any speed to stay in lane.
For several years, the check engine light has been coming on and we have been told it was the gas cap. Our mechanic has tried many solutions to repair this and hundreds of dollars later, we are now being told it is a common problem to this vehicle - the evaporation vapor canister. Upon further research, this piece was part of a lawsuit against toyota that toyota lost. We can not afford to pay over $400 for a part so that it passes inspection. Especially when toyota knew this part was a problem. Toyota should be responsible for the repair of this part.
While going shopping to get our weekend newspapers,our car experienced a sudden unexpected acceleration and would not stop.the only we had to stop it was to put the transmission in park while moving forward.the car went over a curb.
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Questions about the 1999 Toyota Camry
Is the 1999 Toyota Camry reliable?
Owners have filed 501 complaints about the 1999 Toyota Camry, close to a typical Camry model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Toyota Camry?
Engine and cooling, with 115 complaints, typically around 66,000 miles. Next is brakes (85).
How many recalls does the 1999 Toyota Camry have?
1 recall, covering vehicle speed control.
What year does the Toyota Camry have bad engine?
The Toyota Camry model years with the most engine complaints are 2007 (529 complaints), 2009 (252 complaints) and 2002 (165 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1999 Toyota Camry get?
Official estimates for the 1999 Toyota Camry range from 20 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 20-21 city and 28-29 highway.
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