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2002 Toyota Camry airbags problems
89 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 60,000. 60 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 89
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 60,000
- crashes
- 60
- recalls
- 3
Which part fails
- Frontal27
- Side/window5
- Frontal: sensor/control module1
- Frontal: driver side: inflator module1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Toyota Camry airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Toyota Camry airbags
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Air bags: side/window
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles equipped with curtain shield air bags (csa), one or both of the curtain air bags may be twisted near the inflator due to improper assembly.
- Risk
- If this occurs, the csa may not deploy rapidly enough when activated in a side impact collision. This may result in failure to provide the intended head protection, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the csas and replace the air bag assembly if necessary. The recall began on august 6, 2004. Owners should contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 04V346000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a three-spoke style steering wheel. During air bag deployment, it is possible that the bottom seam of the front driver's side air bag module cover (horn pad) could be torn away allowing the bottom portion of the cover to completely detach from the air bag module.
- Risk
- If this should occur, there is a possibility that the detached bottom portion may strike the driver causing personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag module. Owner notification began december 28, 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 or lexus at 1‑888‑333‑9376.
Recall number 01V372000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Incomplete deployment of the front passenger side air bag could occur in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag assembly. Both owners were notified by telephone and arrangements have been made to correct this problem. This campaign is 100% completed. Both owners have been notified and their vehicles repaired.
Recall number 01V306000 · Recall details
What 2002 Toyota Camry owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The components or systems that have failed are (Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Manifold, Air Bag Control Module, Engine including head gasket) My safety is at risk due to catalytic converter not functioning properly producing harmful carbon monoxide that can be smelled through air vents, Air bag control module not functioning which will not able to initiate the deployment of airbag in the event of a wreck/accident could lead to fatality. Engine not functioning properly due to blown head gasket which could lead to overheating amongst other things. Vehicle has been inspected by Dealership. Yes there are warning lights prior to failure (Check engine light)
My passenger side dash airbag is bloating and tearing at the seam. It is available for inspection. I am concerned that it will continue to add pressure and eventually deploy. It seems unsafe for passengers -would it work properly in the case of an accident? And for myself as the driver, it would certainly startle me while driving if it deployed by itself. I took it in to get serviced and was told it would need to be replaced. The cost will be around $1600. I haven’t had my insurance inspect it, is that something that is recommended? I tried to contact Toyota but never heard back. I don’t have any warning lights on, and I noticed the issue starting in the past year. I have found threads of other Toyota Camry in the same car age range with owners that are having/had the same issue. These threads mentioned it happening around 40,000 miles, and that aligns with my car too. - I also have a friend that has the same issue with her Camry airbag!
Airbags failed to deploy
Sold
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota camry. The contact stated that the front passenger air bag was protruding out of its compartment. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Legacy toyota (3800 w tennessee st, tallahassee, fl 32304, (850) 688-9264) was contacted and stated that the contact would have to pay for diagnostic testing. The dealer provided case number: 1907100960. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 127,000.
I was rear ended on the interstate. I was at a complete halt when a distracted driver of a cement truck rear ended my camry resulting in the car being completely totalled. Zero airbags deployed after blunt force to the rear causing the car to spin around and be hit again in the front.*dt photos attached
Vehicle is a convertible. The air bag light remains on whenever the car is running. Car has never been in a collision. Many others have reported same problem for same make/mode/year. Where collisions have occurred with vehicles displaying this condition, air bags fail to deploy.
Driver bags not work I have light on in my dash for airbag problem pls let net step
Recall
Questions about the 2002 Toyota Camry airbags
Does the 2002 Toyota Camry have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 89 complaints about the airbags of the 2002 Toyota Camry, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2002 Toyota Camry airbags problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 60,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Toyota Camry airbags?
Yes, 3 recalls: 04V346000, 01V372000, 01V306000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Toyota Camry have bad airbags?
The Toyota Camry model years with the most airbags complaints are 2007 (138 complaints), 2002 (89 complaints) and 2004 (79 complaints).
Other 2002 Toyota Camry problems
Acceleration 281Brakes 173Engine 165Transmission 68Body 56Tires 54Steering 43Fuel system 38Electrical 37Suspension 34Locks 31Visibility 19Seat belts 9Seats 9Lights 8Wheels 7Driver assistance 5
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