2003 Toyota Camry: shudder or vibration when accelerating

Filed Feb 13, 2010 · Brakes · 118,000 miles · MI

I have experienced braking problems similar to those prompting the prius recall since approximately october, 2009. If the brake is engaged on rough pavement (bumpy, potholes,etc), it shudders and does not engage for several seconds even when the pedal is depressed completely to the floor. I have had the rotors and pads replaced within the last six months and have had the ABS sensors cleaned and lines inspected with no improvement. The problem occurs on both wet and dry pavement.

Filed Feb 4, 2010 · Brakes · 200 miles · CO

Abs braking system on 2003 toyota camry le. After reading the federal safety agency's february 4, 2010 release about your investigation into toyota prius' allegations of momentary loss of braking capability while traveling over an uneven road surface, pothole or bump, I finally felt vindicated, albeit I still have a problem. My 2003 toyota camry le has had the same type of braking problem since I purchased it april 2003 from the toyota dealership in delta, co. Whenever I was braking to turn a corner or slow down going straight ahead, if I hit a bump or pothole the brake pedal would shudder, the pedal decreases and I lose my brakes! I have to start pumping the brake pedal immediately to get the brakes to work. One time recently, my brake pedal went to the floor and I had to slow down with the help of my emergency brake which didn't really work that well. And I was going slowly at the time. I took the car back to the delta, colorado toyota dealership shortly after my purchasing the car, however, as you can imagine, they found no problem with the ABS braking system. Can you guys help me? I am not looking for revenge against toyota, my whole family save one person, drives toyotas. I just want brakes that work correctly. Thank you for any help you can provide me.

Filed Sep 6, 2004 · Brakes · 36,126 miles · NV · crash · 2 injuries

I stepped on the brakes of my 2003 toyota camry to slow down in preparation of a lane change while I was traveling at highway speed (approx. 50mph) during rush hour on I-15 northbound, a major las vegas highway (4 lanes wide + shoulder and exit lane). To my surprise the ABS brakes kicked in and shuddered underfoot. I was not attempting a full stop and had not attempted to stop short. I removed my foot from the brakes (foot was not on any pedal) but the ABS remained engaged and there was a sense of both acceleration and deceleration simultaneously. I immediately tried again to engage the brakes when my steering wheel locked. I was completely shocked by this occurrence but remained calm while in disbelief my car began to skid uncontrollably around the extremely congested freeway. As my power steering was disabled I could barely avoid several collisions as I tried to firmly engage my brakes. I prayed to god to watch over me and held on to the steering wheel for dear life. My car was veering but not slowing as it should until finally my car struck another vehicle. The impact sent my car into a full 360 turn. Finally the car came to a stop with me facing oncoming traffic. My car sustained substantial damage but my airbag did not deploy. No safety warning lights came on in my car prior to the accident. I am extremely lucky that both the driver of the other car and I were able to walk out of our cars unassisted after the accident, though both of us had neck/shoulder/back strain later. Nevada highway patrol was on scene and took a report. I have requested a full safety investigation and am awaiting response from toyota corporation.

Filed Jun 2, 2003 · Acceleration, Engine · 200 miles · GA

2003 v6 camry has engine surges/shuddering through all speeds. Is really noticeable at38-40 MPH. Diagnostics showed engine computer needed to be reprogramed - problem was more noticeable when driving in citty where speeds were more increased and decreased. Continued to take back to dealership.

Filed May 31, 2003 · Transmission · SC

Vehicle shuddered around 40 MPH related to the transmission. The dealer performed all applicable tsbs but the problem still existed. Also exhibited a severe shudder twice at 70 MPH.

Filed Mar 28, 2003 · Transmission · 50 miles · WA

The vehicle shuddered between gears when shifting, dealer stated tsb out on this problem, second to third gear only. When slowing down vehicle lurched forward. Both problems happened intermittently. Dealer repaired vehicle, however the problem was not rectified. The vehicle was taken to dealer 5 times, unable to repair.