The contact had a 2007 Toyota Camry loaner vehicle from the dealer. The contact stated that after the vehicle was stopped at a red light, the contact drove the vehicle at an undisclosed speed when the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The brakes seized and failed to stop the vehicle immediately while the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle drove through an intersection and crashed into another vehicle coming from the opposite direction. The air bags were deployed. The vehicle then crashed into two parked vehicles at another dealer, Appleton Motorcars Sales & Service (1221 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI 54914), and came to a complete stop. Appleton Motorcars Sales & Service contacted the police, and a police report was filed. The fire department arrived on the scene and helped the contact exit the vehicle. The contact was unaware if a fire department report had been filed. The contact sustained contusions on her chest, right leg, and right hand, as well as severe headaches. The contact later received medical attention. The contact's passenger sustained chest pain and was transported by ambulance to the hospital. The vehicle was towed to an unknown location. The dealer was made aware of the failure and provided the contact with their insurance information. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
2007 Toyota Camry: sudden unintended acceleration
137 of the 2,889 complaints about the 2007 Toyota Camry describe sudden unintended acceleration.
- owner complaints
- 137
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 36,000
- recalls
- 2
Sudden unintended acceleration by model year
What owners say
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle independently lunged forward while his foot was on the brake pedal and shifting gears without warning. The contact also stated that the failure would occur upon attempting to park the vehicle also while his foot was on the brake pedal and shifting gears. The contact stated that the failure was random and that the RPM's would rev up during the failure. The contact stated that upon his own investigation and inspection of the vehicle, he linked the failure to a worn throttle position sensor. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 toyota camry. While the contact's son was driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle accelerated without warning and crashed into the front driver's side of a ford truck. The driver sustained head injuries that required medical attention; however, the driver died at the hospital. The driver of the truck sustained unknown injuries. The air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The fire department arrived at the scene, but there was no fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and deemed a total loss. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own and the RPM needle moved to the highest level. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle did not stop. After a few seconds, the contact shifted to the park position, removed the key from the ignition switch, and the vehicle stopped. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The following day, the vehicle was driven to toyota treasure coast (5101 se federal highway stuart, florida 34997) where it was diagnosed that the floormat got caught between the accelerator pedal and the carpet of the vehicle. The contact also stated that a spring was found near the accelerator pedal. The dealer advised the contact to remove the front driver's side floormat while driving. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While the vehicle was parked with the engine running, the contact attempted to shift the gear shifter from park into drive and a loud noise was present. The vehicle suddenly accelerated across the street and crashed into a parked a vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. Prior to the collision, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated while driving. The dealer could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure after the crash and sent an inspector. The inspector stated that there was no claim since a diagnostic test was performed and the brake pedal was not depressed during the collision. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000. Updated 07/11/17*lj***updated 09/21/17*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle shook violently when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, when depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lost power and accelerated without warning. The contact also stated that the vehicle lost oil after two or three days. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the radiator detached and leaked water, and the oil ring failed. Both components needed to be replaced. The radiator was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 187,671.
I was driving into my garage and had just brake to let it ease in. My foot was still on the brake, when the car suddenly revved and lunged forward. The brake would not work, and it was as if the car had a mind of its own. It hit the crate that was in front of the wall, and forced a bike rack through the wall. The front bumper of my car was cracked in places. The car then stopped. So scary! I immediately called my dealership and was told they could not talk to me. I needed to call the corporation, which I did. After two months of waiting on a decision, I was told there is nothing wrong with my car, and that's that. I have since learned that there have been other incidents with toyotas just like mine. I am petrified to drive the car, and yet I am also afraid to pass it on to someone else. I don't want anyone hurt. I have called toyota, and they do not return my calls I am wondering what I can do.
Leaving my driveway I partially ran over a small tree stump, and it seems for no reason sudden acceleration occurred, I quickly applied my foot to the brake but even without my foot on the gas pedal, the car propelled like a race horse coming out of the gate. And even after applying the brakes the car did not slow down until I steered into woods to stop the car. I am not sure if driving over the small stump had any bearing on the sudden acceleration, but even the application of the breaks would not either stop the car from accelerating out of control or stop the car from hitting the tree.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced an unintended acceleration while attempting to park. As a result, the contact crashed into the garage. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle failure mileage was 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into another vehicle. A police report was filed. The contact was taken to the hospital by ambulance with pain in her back. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While driving 30 MPH attempting to engage the brakes, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into the rear of another the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained unknown injuries that required medical attention. It was unknown if a police report was filed. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
When driving downhill with foot depressed on brake the vehicle was trying to accelerate, ABS light game on and brake light simultaneously , speedometer stopped working, tach went crazy and car began to idle roughly and try to surge forward with foot on brakes
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 avalon, model year 2007-2010 camry, model year 2009-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, rav4, model year 2010 highlander, model year 2008-2010 sequoia, and model year 2007-2010 tundra vehicles. Due to the manner in which the friction lever interacts with the sliding surface of the accelerator pedal inside the pedal sensor assembly, the sliding surface of the lever may become smooth during vehicle operation. In this condition, if condensation occurs on the surface, as may occur from heater operation (without A/C) when the pedal assembly is cold, the friction when the accelerator pedal is operated may increase, which may result in the accelerator pedal becoming harder to depress, slower to return, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position.
- Risk
- The accelerator pedal may become hard to depress, slow to return to idle, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal which will allow the pedal to operate smoothly. Gm will notify owners for the pontiac vibe please see 10v‑018. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on february 5, 2010 and will be completed on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 10V017000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.
- Risk
- A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Toyota filed an amended defect report on november 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal. These changes address the risk of pedal entrapment due to interference with the floor mat. Redesigned accelerator pedals will become available beginning in april 2010 and dealers will replace any modified pedal with the new pedal if desired. Also, dealers will replace any genuine toyota or lexus all-weather floor mats with redesigned all-weather mats, or repurchase the previous mats from owners who do not want the new ones. Additionally, software modifications will be installed on camry, avalon and lexus es 350, is 350 and is 250 models that will ensure that the brake overrides the accelerator in the event both brake and accelerator pedals are applied. Toyota will begin mailing letters to owners on december 31, 2009. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331, lexus at 1‑800‑255‑3987.
Recall number 09V388000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2007 Toyota Camry sudden acceleration
Is sudden unintended acceleration a common problem on the 2007 Toyota Camry?
137 of 2,889 owner complaints about the 2007 Toyota Camry (5%) mention sudden unintended acceleration. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2007 Toyota Camry?
There are 2 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2007 Toyota Camry
Oil consumption 244Hesitation 219ABS 205Check engine light 70Jerking 70Adaptive cruise 68No deployment 67Engine failure 57Stalling 57Fire or smoke 56Brake failure 33Knocking 27Grinding brakes 25Harsh shifting 24Headlights 23Loss of power 21Transmission failure 21Seat belt 18Warning lights 15Slipping 14Airbag light 13Overheating 13Steering noise 13Tire blowout 11Steering lock-up 9Pulling 9Won't start 8Misfire 7Fuel gauge 6Fuel smell 6Premature wear 6Won't shift 6Sunroof shattered 6Door locks 5Water leak 5
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