The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the catalytic convertor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 193,868.
2004 Toyota Camry engine problems
55 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 76,000. 6 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 55
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 76,000
- crashes
- 6
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Engine8
- Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor3
- Exhaust system: emission control1
- Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Toyota Camry engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Toyota Camry engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Check engine light 33Stalling 25Engine failure 13Knocking 9Loss of power 8Overheating 5
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004 avalon vehicles; 2004 and 2005 camry, camry solara, highlander, and sienna vehicles, 2006 highlander hybrid; 2004 and 2005 lexus es330 and rx330; and 2006 lexus rx400h vehicles manufactured from june 1, 2004 through march 31, 2005, equipped with the 1mz-fe or 3mz-fe engine. The amount of adhesive agent applied between the outer ring and the torsional rubber damper (inner ring) in the crankshaft pulley may be inadequate. If the adhesive is insufficient, there is a possibility that the outer ring may become misaligned and it may not properly rotate with the inner ring, causing noise and/or illumination of the battery discharge indicator light.
- Risk
- In some cases, the belt for the power steering pump may become detached from the pulley which could result in a loss of power steering and a sudden increase in steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the crankshaft pulley to identify whether it was produced by the u.s. Supplier. If so, the dealer will replace the pulley with a new one at no charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during early january 2012. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 11V539000 · Recall details
What 2004 Toyota Camry owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
With my foot on the brake, when I put the car in drive, it suddenly accelerated jumping ahead hitting a tree in parking lot. Even with braking, it did not stop. I had to reverse and it still speed up without pressing the accelerator. I had to put it in park. Then only it stopped. The airbags did not work. Only my shoulder & lap belts saved me. Such an episode happened several times while I was trying to back up in my drive way, it accelerated while I was pressing the brake. I reported this problem to toyota company, torrance, ca as well as its dealer in westbury, ny. Notihing was done to date. It started in 2005 and continued even in 2020. The mileage varied from 1500 to 134000. Dates also varied.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the engine belt had fractured. The vehicle was towed to marietta toyota (750 cobb parkway s, marietta, ga) where it was diagnosed that the crankshaft pulley and crankshaft seal failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v539000 (engine), although the vehicle exhibited the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 249,000.
Headbolts stripped even with regular maintenance and coolant flushes done before recommendation as preventative maintenance these bolts still stripped out of my motor and caused a head gasket to leak/blow. Currently looking at a $750-1500+ repair or a new motor. Dissapointed with the 2azfe camry motor now.
According to the sheriff and fire rescue, an electrical short in the passenger side of the engine caused the entire engine to catch fire. The car was stationary and had not been driven for almost 12 hours.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. After taking the vehicle to two separate certified mechanics, it was diagnosed that the engine gasket had blown and the radiator failed. The mechanics stated that the vehicle was unfit to drive and the contact's best option was to obtain a new vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
Bought car with 113,000 miles, immediately noticed it used oil beyond normal but dealer told me that it what normal for that car. Consumption has grown to 1.5 qt per 1400 miles. Also paint from roof, trunk and hood started peeling around 120000 miles. Car has 195,000 miles curently
Coolant leak on rear of engine between the cylinder head & engine block seems like head bolts stripped from engine block causing mayor coolant loss there are cases reported tsb 01507, the federal safety agency #10021542
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. While driving at various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise and the check engine light illuminated. The contact also stated that the engine consumed a quart of oil weekly. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 265,262.
This vehicle had a transmission replaced.
Questions about the 2004 Toyota Camry engine
Does the 2004 Toyota Camry have engine problems?
Owners have filed 55 complaints about the engine of the 2004 Toyota Camry, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Toyota Camry engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 76,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Toyota Camry engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 11V539000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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).
Other 2004 Toyota Camry problems
Acceleration 238Steering 80Airbags 79Brakes 74Transmission 48Electrical 37Fuel system 29Tires 25Suspension 20Body 19Seat belts 13Visibility 12Driver assistance 8Lights 6Locks 6Seats 3Wheels 2
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