2000 Toyota Camry: check engine light

Filed Aug 2, 2022 · Engine · 80,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer however, it was not stated whether or not the vehicle was diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the EGR lines, oxygen sensor, and drive cycle. The contact stated that the failure recurred every year. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Nov 22, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 95,000 miles · PA · fire

2000 toyota camry caught on fire august 7th, 2018. I was driving on a city street and my radio kept going on and off while driving, I noticed the check engine light came on so I pulled into a parking lot and parked the car. I turned off the car and started to smell smoke. I opened the hood and the engine compartment was on fire on the right side near the battery. I was able to get a fire extinguisher and put the fire out but I have significant damage. I have not seen a recall on this issue but my car should not start on fire. I submitted a claim to toyota (claim# 180808-000043) asking if there is a technical bulletin. Toyota sent their inspector and he noted the starter failed to disengage from flywheel causing fire. The starter kept running burning it out and also burning the positive cable to the battery. Toyota did not share a copy of the report with me. The damage was severe enough to write off the car with only 95,000 miles on it. This needs to be investigated. Why would my car starter catch on fire like this?

Filed Mar 7, 2018 · Engine · CA

The check engine light stays on when diagnostic test shows nothing as a problem with motor. Car will drive with light on, but can not find reason.

Filed Dec 2, 2012 · Engine · 63,000 miles · MA

The vehicle experienced catastrophic engine failure. A hole has appeared on the side of the engine. The oil level on the engine was and is full up. The coolant level was full up. No warning indicator lights were in evidence on the dashboard prior to and during the failure. All maintenance was current and most was performed by the toyota dealer. The mechanic that inspected the vehicle after it was towed to his facility indicated that it was the second year 2000 camry that he has seen with a catastrophic engine failure this year. Weeks prior to the failure the check engine light and the air bag light illuminated for a short time. They reset themselves prior to the mechanic examining the vehicle and he could find nothing wrong. There was no trouble data recorded in the computer.

Filed Apr 16, 2012 · Fuel system · 107,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota camry. The contact stated that the charcoal cannister failed. While driving 35 MPH, the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the charcoal cannister needed to be replaced. There were no recalls or warranties addressing the failure. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 107,000.

Filed Nov 29, 2011 · Electrical, Engine · MD

My check engine light has been on and off for over 2 years. I have had both catalytic converters replaced, a new gas cap and every other issue the garages have told me are causing the problem. With each fix the light goes off for about a week and then comes back on. Toyota dealerships always tell me it is because I do not tighten my gas cap, but I tighten it until it clicks. I am not losing any mileage with the light on or having any other difficulties with car, but I can not pass the emission test with the light on. I feel that the light is on because of a glitch in the system or a defect, because I am not experiencing any of the normal problems that come with a check engine light on for long periods of time.

Filed Aug 15, 2011 · Fuel system · WI

My 2000 camry is also in need of a replacement charcoal canister for the emissions system. My check engine light has been on for about 6 years because of it. I do not wish to pay the $400 to have it replaced when the car is running just fine. This has been an issue with a large number of early 2000's camrys.

Filed Jul 18, 2011 · Engine · NC

On tuesday, 7/12/2011, I needed to have my 2000 toyota camry inspected to get the renewal sticker. I took the car to r&d automotive here in asheboro because a check engine light had come on. Two of the codes would not clear. They had to replace the evaporative emission system canister at a cost of $300.00, not including labor, in order for the car to pass inspection. I have found online that toyota has had/is having a problem with these canisters. Therefore, I request to be reimbursed $300 for this canister.

Filed Feb 25, 2010 · Engine · 145,000 miles · TN

My toyota camry 2000 motor blew up while driving 55 MPH in dec, 2009. Oil light came on just moments before it started knocking. No check engine light came on. No warning. In aug 2009 my check oil light came on and I took it into toyota. They said it was just my gas cap. It came on again the next day, I took it back to toyota, I told them I smelled a burning smell. They said nothing was wrong with my car. I took it back a third time and told them something was wrong. They said I could maybe use a new oil cap and perhaps use a new belt but nothing was wrong with my car. My check engine light never came on again. (I believe they disconnected it.) when my engine blew in dec. 2009, I had it towed to toyota. They informed me my oil had gelled and it would be about $5,000 to fix it. I told them I got my oil changed every 3 to 4 thousand miles. I did not wait till the 5,000 mile mark like it said to in my toyota handbook. They said sometimes it just happens madam. Toyota refused to pay to fix it.

Filed Jan 13, 2010 · Engine · 50,000 miles · MD

2000 camry, v6, le - check engine light came on and would not go off. Was told it was probably because of filling the gas too much. The light stayed on over two years and I had to have the "sensor" replaced. It was only about five months ago when I had this replaced - and again the check engine light has came on and will not shut off. My car has almost 150,000 miles but the check engine light started having problems back around 50,000. I also had problems with backend clunking noises, and my front wheels clicked, and now the brakes squeak like crazy (and have for over two years). Every time I have the car looked at, and it has been by the dealers and authorized repair stations, they are unable to fix the problem. As for the check engine light - it cost me over $400 for repair - and now after only about 5 months, I guess I'll have to pay it again.

Filed Nov 29, 2006 · Electrical, Transmission · 50,000 miles · CA

I got check engine light with code p0773 (shift solenoid e electrical) when car had about 50,000 miles during sep 2005. Since then..the light stays on for about 1-3 days and then goes away and remains off for about 15 days. Now the car has about 60000 miles but the light still comes and goes.

Filed Aug 31, 2006 · Engine · 74,600 miles · NY

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the check engine light illuminated without warning. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the charcoal canister of the emission control needed to be replaced. After the replacement, the check engine light discontinued illuminating. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 9/20/2006 -