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Jul 21, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 15,000 mi

I WANT TO SEE IF THE ARE RECALLS FOR MY CAR ?

Jul 21, 2020 Wheels 15,000 mi

I WANT TO SEE IF THE ARE RECALLS FOR MY CAR ?

Jul 21, 2020 Exterior Lighting 15,000 mi

I WANT TO SEE IF THE ARE RECALLS FOR MY CAR ?

Jul 21, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 15,000 mi

I WANT TO SEE IF THE ARE RECALLS FOR MY CAR ?

Jul 21, 2020 Wheels 15,000 mi

I WANT TO SEE IF THE ARE RECALLS FOR MY CAR ?

Jul 21, 2020 Exterior Lighting 15,000 mi

I WANT TO SEE IF THE ARE RECALLS FOR MY CAR ?

Dec 1, 2016 Air Bags Crash

2000 TOYOTA SOLARA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED DURING VEHICLE ACCIDENT. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS REAR ENDED, WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN. *JB

Dec 1, 2016 Air Bags Crash

2000 TOYOTA SOLARA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED DURING VEHICLE ACCIDENT. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS REAR ENDED, WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN. *JB

Aug 14, 2016 Engine 78,000 mi

AM EXPERIENCING SLUDGE BUILD UP IN THE ENGINE OF MY 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THIS VEHICLE WAS A PREVIOUSLY OWNED WHEN I PURCHASED IT ON MARCH 17, 2016. AT TIME OF PURCHASE I REQUESTED A CARFAX REPORT. MY CHOICE TO PURCHASE WAS MADE UPON REPORT DETAILS I.E. REPAIR & MAINTENANCE RECORDS, INCLUDING...

Aug 14, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 78,000 mi

AM EXPERIENCING SLUDGE BUILD UP IN THE ENGINE OF MY 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THIS VEHICLE WAS A PREVIOUSLY OWNED WHEN I PURCHASED IT ON MARCH 17, 2016. AT TIME OF PURCHASE I REQUESTED A CARFAX REPORT. MY CHOICE TO PURCHASE WAS MADE UPON REPORT DETAILS I.E. REPAIR & MAINTENANCE RECORDS, INCLUDING...

Aug 14, 2016 Unknown Or Other 78,000 mi

AM EXPERIENCING SLUDGE BUILD UP IN THE ENGINE OF MY 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THIS VEHICLE WAS A PREVIOUSLY OWNED WHEN I PURCHASED IT ON MARCH 17, 2016. AT TIME OF PURCHASE I REQUESTED A CARFAX REPORT. MY CHOICE TO PURCHASE WAS MADE UPON REPORT DETAILS I.E. REPAIR & MAINTENANCE RECORDS, INCLUDING...

Aug 14, 2016 Engine 78,000 mi

AM EXPERIENCING SLUDGE BUILD UP IN THE ENGINE OF MY 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THIS VEHICLE WAS A PREVIOUSLY OWNED WHEN I PURCHASED IT ON MARCH 17, 2016. AT TIME OF PURCHASE I REQUESTED A CARFAX REPORT. MY CHOICE TO PURCHASE WAS MADE UPON REPORT DETAILS I.E. REPAIR & MAINTENANCE RECORDS, INCLUDING...

Aug 14, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 78,000 mi

AM EXPERIENCING SLUDGE BUILD UP IN THE ENGINE OF MY 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THIS VEHICLE WAS A PREVIOUSLY OWNED WHEN I PURCHASED IT ON MARCH 17, 2016. AT TIME OF PURCHASE I REQUESTED A CARFAX REPORT. MY CHOICE TO PURCHASE WAS MADE UPON REPORT DETAILS I.E. REPAIR & MAINTENANCE RECORDS, INCLUDING...

Aug 14, 2016 Unknown Or Other 78,000 mi

AM EXPERIENCING SLUDGE BUILD UP IN THE ENGINE OF MY 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THIS VEHICLE WAS A PREVIOUSLY OWNED WHEN I PURCHASED IT ON MARCH 17, 2016. AT TIME OF PURCHASE I REQUESTED A CARFAX REPORT. MY CHOICE TO PURCHASE WAS MADE UPON REPORT DETAILS I.E. REPAIR & MAINTENANCE RECORDS, INCLUDING...

Apr 15, 2016 Service Brakes Crash 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH AND APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED CHEST INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VE...

Apr 15, 2016 Service Brakes Crash 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH AND APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED CHEST INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VE...

Apr 21, 2015 Structure 235,856 mi

HOOD LATCH BRACKET BROKE. *TR

Apr 21, 2015 Structure 235,856 mi

HOOD LATCH BRACKET BROKE. *TR

Dec 25, 2010 Steering 101,000 mi

THIS ITEM IS NOT A TOTAL FAILURE YET BUT IS HEADED IN THAT DIRECTION. THE POWER STEERING HOSE IS LEAKING FLUID WHERE IT JOINS THE RACK AND PINION STEERING ASSEMBLY. WHEN THE FLUID ALL LEAKS OUT I WILL HAVE NO POWER ASSIST IN MY STEERING AND IT COULD COME AT ANY MOMENT. MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER ( D...

Dec 25, 2010 Steering 101,000 mi

THIS ITEM IS NOT A TOTAL FAILURE YET BUT IS HEADED IN THAT DIRECTION. THE POWER STEERING HOSE IS LEAKING FLUID WHERE IT JOINS THE RACK AND PINION STEERING ASSEMBLY. WHEN THE FLUID ALL LEAKS OUT I WILL HAVE NO POWER ASSIST IN MY STEERING AND IT COULD COME AT ANY MOMENT. MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER ( D...

Aug 20, 2010 Air Bags Crash 160,000 mi

IN A FRONT END COLLISION AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. CAR DEMOLISHED 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. *TR

Aug 20, 2010 Air Bags Crash 160,000 mi

IN A FRONT END COLLISION AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. CAR DEMOLISHED 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. *TR

Apr 12, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 104,000 mi

WIFE WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. CAR HAD ALMOST COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, SHE WAS ABOUT TO PUT CAR IN PARK AND SET HANDBRAKE AND CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED IN TO A BRING WALL. SHE CRACK C1 AND C2 VERTEBRAE AND WAS IN THE HOSPITAL FOR 5 DAYS. *TR

Apr 12, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 104,000 mi

WIFE WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. CAR HAD ALMOST COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, SHE WAS ABOUT TO PUT CAR IN PARK AND SET HANDBRAKE AND CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED IN TO A BRING WALL. SHE CRACK C1 AND C2 VERTEBRAE AND WAS IN THE HOSPITAL FOR 5 DAYS. *TR

Apr 6, 2010 Electrical System 121,500 mi

I HAD A VERY TROUBLING ISSUE WITH MY 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA LAST WEEK. THE WIRING TO THE INSIDE FAN BLOWER MOTOR OVERHEATED, WAS SMOKING BADLY AND NEARLY STARTED A FIRE IN THE CABIN OF THE CAR. LUCKILY I STOPPED THE CAR BEFORE THINGS GOT OUT OF HAND. I HAD THE WIRING AND THE VERY BADLY CORRODED RESI...

Apr 6, 2010 Electrical System 121,500 mi

I HAD A VERY TROUBLING ISSUE WITH MY 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA LAST WEEK. THE WIRING TO THE INSIDE FAN BLOWER MOTOR OVERHEATED, WAS SMOKING BADLY AND NEARLY STARTED A FIRE IN THE CABIN OF THE CAR. LUCKILY I STOPPED THE CAR BEFORE THINGS GOT OUT OF HAND. I HAD THE WIRING AND THE VERY BADLY CORRODED RESI...

Mar 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

2000 TOYOTA SOLARA SE GAS PEDAL STICKS. HARD TO STEP ON IT. CAR JERKS.

Mar 23, 2010 Unknown Or Other

2000 TOYOTA SOLARA SE GAS PEDAL STICKS. HARD TO STEP ON IT. CAR JERKS.

Mar 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

2000 TOYOTA SOLARA SE GAS PEDAL STICKS. HARD TO STEP ON IT. CAR JERKS.

Mar 23, 2010 Unknown Or Other

2000 TOYOTA SOLARA SE GAS PEDAL STICKS. HARD TO STEP ON IT. CAR JERKS.

Mar 11, 2010 Electrical System

I HAVE A 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA AND I JUST GOT MY BRAKES DONE AND IT WAS LIKE I NEVER EVEN HAD THEM REPLACED THERE GRINDING MY VEHICLE IS HARD TO STOP THEY SQUEAK AND NOW MY IGNITION SWITCH IS BROKE WHEN I PURCHASE THE VEHICLE THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO MAKE ANOTHER KEY I MADE 2 BUT ITS THE SAME CONSISTENT P...

Mar 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA AND I JUST GOT MY BRAKES DONE AND IT WAS LIKE I NEVER EVEN HAD THEM REPLACED THERE GRINDING MY VEHICLE IS HARD TO STOP THEY SQUEAK AND NOW MY IGNITION SWITCH IS BROKE WHEN I PURCHASE THE VEHICLE THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO MAKE ANOTHER KEY I MADE 2 BUT ITS THE SAME CONSISTENT P...

Mar 11, 2010 Electrical System

I HAVE A 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA AND I JUST GOT MY BRAKES DONE AND IT WAS LIKE I NEVER EVEN HAD THEM REPLACED THERE GRINDING MY VEHICLE IS HARD TO STOP THEY SQUEAK AND NOW MY IGNITION SWITCH IS BROKE WHEN I PURCHASE THE VEHICLE THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO MAKE ANOTHER KEY I MADE 2 BUT ITS THE SAME CONSISTENT P...

Mar 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA AND I JUST GOT MY BRAKES DONE AND IT WAS LIKE I NEVER EVEN HAD THEM REPLACED THERE GRINDING MY VEHICLE IS HARD TO STOP THEY SQUEAK AND NOW MY IGNITION SWITCH IS BROKE WHEN I PURCHASE THE VEHICLE THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO MAKE ANOTHER KEY I MADE 2 BUT ITS THE SAME CONSISTENT P...

Feb 26, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 50,000 mi

OWNER OF 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY-SOLARA WAS ENTERING A MARVIN'S MARKET. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ENTER THE PARKING LOT HER VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FOR APPROX. 55-60' AND CRASHED INTO THE MARVIN MARKET STOREFRONT PLATE GLASS WINDOWS. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED INTO THE MARVIN MARKET STRIKING A PERSON INSIDE THE...

Feb 26, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 50,000 mi

OWNER OF 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY-SOLARA WAS ENTERING A MARVIN'S MARKET. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ENTER THE PARKING LOT HER VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FOR APPROX. 55-60' AND CRASHED INTO THE MARVIN MARKET STOREFRONT PLATE GLASS WINDOWS. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED INTO THE MARVIN MARKET STRIKING A PERSON INSIDE THE...

Feb 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 6,000 mi

2000 TOYOTA SOLARA SLE CONV/2DR. I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT MY BRAKES FOR YEARS. THEY SAY NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THEM. BUT THERE IS. SOMETIMES I CAN'T STOP/SLOW DOWN I FEEL I HAVE NO BRAKES. OR COULD IT BE THE GAS PEDAL. I HAVE DIFFERENT FLOOR MATS IN THE VEHICLE BUT IT STILL DOES IT. IT HAPPENS ONCE IN...

Feb 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 6,000 mi

2000 TOYOTA SOLARA SLE CONV/2DR. I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT MY BRAKES FOR YEARS. THEY SAY NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THEM. BUT THERE IS. SOMETIMES I CAN'T STOP/SLOW DOWN I FEEL I HAVE NO BRAKES. OR COULD IT BE THE GAS PEDAL. I HAVE DIFFERENT FLOOR MATS IN THE VEHICLE BUT IT STILL DOES IT. IT HAPPENS ONCE IN...

Feb 16, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 40,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT MY SON'S FATAL 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA CRASH. HIS CAR WENT INTO FULL SPEED AND HIT THE TREES WITH SPEED CLOSE TO 100 MPH ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET WITH 20 MPH LIMIT. UPDATED 03/10/10 *BF *TR UPDATED 9/21/2011*CW UPDATED 09/23/10

Feb 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 40,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT MY SON'S FATAL 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA CRASH. HIS CAR WENT INTO FULL SPEED AND HIT THE TREES WITH SPEED CLOSE TO 100 MPH ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET WITH 20 MPH LIMIT. UPDATED 03/10/10 *BF *TR UPDATED 9/21/2011*CW UPDATED 09/23/10

Feb 16, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 40,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT MY SON'S FATAL 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA CRASH. HIS CAR WENT INTO FULL SPEED AND HIT THE TREES WITH SPEED CLOSE TO 100 MPH ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET WITH 20 MPH LIMIT. UPDATED 03/10/10 *BF *TR UPDATED 9/21/2011*CW UPDATED 09/23/10

Feb 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 40,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT MY SON'S FATAL 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA CRASH. HIS CAR WENT INTO FULL SPEED AND HIT THE TREES WITH SPEED CLOSE TO 100 MPH ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET WITH 20 MPH LIMIT. UPDATED 03/10/10 *BF *TR UPDATED 9/21/2011*CW UPDATED 09/23/10

Aug 31, 2009 Visibility 91,000 mi

THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED IN A RAINSTORM WHILE DRIVING 70MPH ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. *TR

Aug 31, 2009 Visibility 91,000 mi

THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED IN A RAINSTORM WHILE DRIVING 70MPH ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. *TR

Jun 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 4,843 mi

I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT MY BRAKES ON MY SOLAR 2000, THE DEALER SHIP HERE IN RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA THEY WILL LAUGH AT ME, THEY DON'T DO ANY THING . I TELL PEOPLE IF ANY THING HAPPENS TO ME IN MY VEHICLE IT WILL BE BECAUSE OF THE BRAKES. I HAVE MY BRAKES DONE EVERY YEAR, AND I JUST HAD THEM DONE ...

Jun 16, 2009 Equipment 4,843 mi

I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT MY BRAKES ON MY SOLAR 2000, THE DEALER SHIP HERE IN RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA THEY WILL LAUGH AT ME, THEY DON'T DO ANY THING . I TELL PEOPLE IF ANY THING HAPPENS TO ME IN MY VEHICLE IT WILL BE BECAUSE OF THE BRAKES. I HAVE MY BRAKES DONE EVERY YEAR, AND I JUST HAD THEM DONE ...

Jun 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 4,843 mi

I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT MY BRAKES ON MY SOLAR 2000, THE DEALER SHIP HERE IN RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA THEY WILL LAUGH AT ME, THEY DON'T DO ANY THING . I TELL PEOPLE IF ANY THING HAPPENS TO ME IN MY VEHICLE IT WILL BE BECAUSE OF THE BRAKES. I HAVE MY BRAKES DONE EVERY YEAR, AND I JUST HAD THEM DONE ...

Jun 16, 2009 Equipment 4,843 mi

I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT MY BRAKES ON MY SOLAR 2000, THE DEALER SHIP HERE IN RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA THEY WILL LAUGH AT ME, THEY DON'T DO ANY THING . I TELL PEOPLE IF ANY THING HAPPENS TO ME IN MY VEHICLE IT WILL BE BECAUSE OF THE BRAKES. I HAVE MY BRAKES DONE EVERY YEAR, AND I JUST HAD THEM DONE ...

Oct 18, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

I HAD A PASSENGER WHO REMARKED THAT THERE WAS A SULFUR SMELL IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF CAR WHEN RECIRCULATION AIR IS SWITCHED ON. I HAD NOTICED IT BEFORE BUT DIDN'T KNOW WHAT TO THINK ABOUT IT. I'VE HAD LOTS OF MIGRAINE HEADACHES OVER THE PAST 5 MONTHS. WHEN I MENTIONED TO A MECHANIC HE SAID IT WA...

Oct 18, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

I HAD A PASSENGER WHO REMARKED THAT THERE WAS A SULFUR SMELL IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF CAR WHEN RECIRCULATION AIR IS SWITCHED ON. I HAD NOTICED IT BEFORE BUT DIDN'T KNOW WHAT TO THINK ABOUT IT. I'VE HAD LOTS OF MIGRAINE HEADACHES OVER THE PAST 5 MONTHS. WHEN I MENTIONED TO A MECHANIC HE SAID IT WA...

Sep 29, 2008 Air Bags Crash 95,000 mi

MY SON WAS TRAVELING NORTHBOUND ON I-75 NEAR BRUCE B. DOWNS BLVD IN TAMPA FL AT APPROX 2:30 AM ON 9/26/2008. ANOTHER DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO ENTER HIS LANE AND HE SWERVED INTO THE FAR RIGHT LANE TO AVOID BEING STRUCK LOSING CONTROL WENT OFF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE LEFT THE ROAD AT APPROX 70 MPH, WENT AIR...

Sep 29, 2008 Air Bags Crash 95,000 mi

MY SON WAS TRAVELING NORTHBOUND ON I-75 NEAR BRUCE B. DOWNS BLVD IN TAMPA FL AT APPROX 2:30 AM ON 9/26/2008. ANOTHER DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO ENTER HIS LANE AND HE SWERVED INTO THE FAR RIGHT LANE TO AVOID BEING STRUCK LOSING CONTROL WENT OFF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE LEFT THE ROAD AT APPROX 70 MPH, WENT AIR...

Jan 16, 2008 Suspension 74,811 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE REAR AXLE OR WHEEL BEARING. TOYOTA ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE IN 2004 AT 29,000 MILES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED IN DECEMBER OF 2007. THE VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN PROPERLY CORRECTED. ...

Jan 16, 2008 Suspension 74,811 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE REAR AXLE OR WHEEL BEARING. TOYOTA ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE IN 2004 AT 29,000 MILES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED IN DECEMBER OF 2007. THE VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN PROPERLY CORRECTED. ...

Jan 16, 2008 Suspension 74,811 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE REAR AXLE OR WHEEL BEARING. TOYOTA ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE IN 2004 AT 29,000 MILES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED IN DECEMBER OF 2007. THE VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN PROPERLY CORRECTED. ...

Jan 16, 2008 Suspension 74,811 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE REAR AXLE OR WHEEL BEARING. TOYOTA ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE IN 2004 AT 29,000 MILES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED IN DECEMBER OF 2007. THE VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN PROPERLY CORRECTED. ...

Jun 14, 2007 Tires

COMPLAINT AGAINST COSTCO AUTOMOBILE TIRES: PURCHASED 4 COSTCO TIRES IN 2006. THEY WERE FILLED WITH NITROGEN. NOT TOLD THAT ALL AIR MUST BE NITROGEN AIR PUT IN TIRES. FILLED TIRED WITH REGULAR AIR. MAJOR CAR PROBLEMS WITH SHAKING OF STEERING AND FUMES AND SMELL AND TIRES HOT TO TOUCH. TOLD BY ME...

Jun 14, 2007 Tires

COMPLAINT AGAINST COSTCO AUTOMOBILE TIRES: PURCHASED 4 COSTCO TIRES IN 2006. THEY WERE FILLED WITH NITROGEN. NOT TOLD THAT ALL AIR MUST BE NITROGEN AIR PUT IN TIRES. FILLED TIRED WITH REGULAR AIR. MAJOR CAR PROBLEMS WITH SHAKING OF STEERING AND FUMES AND SMELL AND TIRES HOT TO TOUCH. TOLD BY ME...

May 19, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL GELLING -REPAIR NOT DONE AS PROMISED

May 19, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL GELLING -REPAIR NOT DONE AS PROMISED

Jun 2, 2006 Power Train 35,000 mi

EXCESSIVE NOISE FROM REAR OF CAR. INITIALLY INDICATED AS A TIRE PROBLEM BUT TURNED OUT TO BE INCORRECT. THEN AS A RIM PROBLEM - DETERMINED TO BE INCORRECT. NEXT, CHECKED BREAKING SYSTEM BUT NOT THE CAUSE. DISCUSSED THE PROBLEM WITH TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, STATED THE PROBLEM IS MOST LIKELY WITH ...

Jun 2, 2006 Suspension 35,000 mi

EXCESSIVE NOISE FROM REAR OF CAR. INITIALLY INDICATED AS A TIRE PROBLEM BUT TURNED OUT TO BE INCORRECT. THEN AS A RIM PROBLEM - DETERMINED TO BE INCORRECT. NEXT, CHECKED BREAKING SYSTEM BUT NOT THE CAUSE. DISCUSSED THE PROBLEM WITH TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, STATED THE PROBLEM IS MOST LIKELY WITH ...

Jun 2, 2006 Power Train 35,000 mi

EXCESSIVE NOISE FROM REAR OF CAR. INITIALLY INDICATED AS A TIRE PROBLEM BUT TURNED OUT TO BE INCORRECT. THEN AS A RIM PROBLEM - DETERMINED TO BE INCORRECT. NEXT, CHECKED BREAKING SYSTEM BUT NOT THE CAUSE. DISCUSSED THE PROBLEM WITH TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, STATED THE PROBLEM IS MOST LIKELY WITH ...

Jun 2, 2006 Suspension 35,000 mi

EXCESSIVE NOISE FROM REAR OF CAR. INITIALLY INDICATED AS A TIRE PROBLEM BUT TURNED OUT TO BE INCORRECT. THEN AS A RIM PROBLEM - DETERMINED TO BE INCORRECT. NEXT, CHECKED BREAKING SYSTEM BUT NOT THE CAUSE. DISCUSSED THE PROBLEM WITH TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, STATED THE PROBLEM IS MOST LIKELY WITH ...

Apr 18, 2006 Power Train 72,231 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE REAR END,. LOUD NOISES CAN ALSO BE HEARD WHILE DRIVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER. UPON INSPECTION THE REAR AXEL NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 00V154000, REGARDING THE SUSPENSION...

Apr 18, 2006 Power Train 72,231 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE REAR END,. LOUD NOISES CAN ALSO BE HEARD WHILE DRIVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER. UPON INSPECTION THE REAR AXEL NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 00V154000, REGARDING THE SUSPENSION...

Sep 19, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DT: THERE IS SERIOUS VIBRATION IN THE FRONT BRAKES. EVERY TIME THE CONSUMER APPLIES THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WILL SHAKE AND SO WILL THE STEERING WHEEL. CAN HEAR A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. NOTICED THIS PROBLEM ON AUGUST 1, 2003. CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND HAD TO CHANGE THE CALIPERS AND...

Sep 19, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DT: THERE IS SERIOUS VIBRATION IN THE FRONT BRAKES. EVERY TIME THE CONSUMER APPLIES THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WILL SHAKE AND SO WILL THE STEERING WHEEL. CAN HEAR A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. NOTICED THIS PROBLEM ON AUGUST 1, 2003. CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND HAD TO CHANGE THE CALIPERS AND...

Sep 19, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DT: THERE IS SERIOUS VIBRATION IN THE FRONT BRAKES. EVERY TIME THE CONSUMER APPLIES THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WILL SHAKE AND SO WILL THE STEERING WHEEL. CAN HEAR A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. NOTICED THIS PROBLEM ON AUGUST 1, 2003. CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND HAD TO CHANGE THE CALIPERS AND...

Sep 19, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DT: THERE IS SERIOUS VIBRATION IN THE FRONT BRAKES. EVERY TIME THE CONSUMER APPLIES THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WILL SHAKE AND SO WILL THE STEERING WHEEL. CAN HEAR A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. NOTICED THIS PROBLEM ON AUGUST 1, 2003. CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND HAD TO CHANGE THE CALIPERS AND...

May 31, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY. THE DRIVER TRIED TO OPEN THE DOOR AND WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. THE DRIVER CALLED THE DEALER FOR AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE NEXT DAY. THE CONSUMER SPOKE TO A MECHANIC, AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE LOCK MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONED, AND NEEDED TO BE REP...

May 31, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY. THE DRIVER TRIED TO OPEN THE DOOR AND WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. THE DRIVER CALLED THE DEALER FOR AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE NEXT DAY. THE CONSUMER SPOKE TO A MECHANIC, AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE LOCK MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONED, AND NEEDED TO BE REP...

May 23, 2005 Seats

WHILE DRIVING THE HEAD REST CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY. THE HEAD REST CAN NOT BE REMOVED WHILE DRIVING. THE DRIVER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE HEAD REST ARE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THIS VEHICLE. *NM *SC *JB

May 23, 2005 Seats

WHILE DRIVING THE HEAD REST CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY. THE HEAD REST CAN NOT BE REMOVED WHILE DRIVING. THE DRIVER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE HEAD REST ARE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THIS VEHICLE. *NM *SC *JB

Mar 29, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 77,000 mi

I HAVE A TOYOTA SOLARA, 2000. HAD TO GET ENGINE REPLACED AT 77,000 MILES. NOW THEY SAY IT NEEDS $3800 IN EMISSION REPAIRS. MANY OTHER VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD ENGINES REPLACED ARE NOW EXPERIENCING EMISSION PROBLEMS. THIS MATTER NEEDS INVESTIGATED!

Mar 29, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 77,000 mi

I HAVE A TOYOTA SOLARA, 2000. HAD TO GET ENGINE REPLACED AT 77,000 MILES. NOW THEY SAY IT NEEDS $3800 IN EMISSION REPAIRS. MANY OTHER VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD ENGINES REPLACED ARE NOW EXPERIENCING EMISSION PROBLEMS. THIS MATTER NEEDS INVESTIGATED!

Oct 6, 2004 Structure 2,826 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT TIME WINDSHIELD BECOME HAZY AND WAS OBSTRUCTING THE DRIVER'S VIEW. DEALERSHIP INSPECTED VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES, AND INDICATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM WAS VINYL OUT GASSY.*AK THE CONSUMER INDICATED THAT THERE IS A HAZE ON THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE'S WINDSHIELD. ...

Oct 6, 2004 Structure 2,826 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT TIME WINDSHIELD BECOME HAZY AND WAS OBSTRUCTING THE DRIVER'S VIEW. DEALERSHIP INSPECTED VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES, AND INDICATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM WAS VINYL OUT GASSY.*AK THE CONSUMER INDICATED THAT THERE IS A HAZE ON THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE'S WINDSHIELD. ...

Aug 27, 2004 Power Train 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED REAR AXLE PRODUCED A LOUD GRINDING NOISE RECALL 00V154000 WAS ISSUED. HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

Aug 27, 2004 Power Train 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED REAR AXLE PRODUCED A LOUD GRINDING NOISE RECALL 00V154000 WAS ISSUED. HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

Jun 11, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

2000 TOYOTA SOLORA WITH 28,000 MILES (JUST OUT OF WARRANTY) PURCHASED NEW BY ME. POWER BRAKE ASSIST UNIT FILED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. ADVISED THAT A NUMBER OF THOSE HAVE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. MANUFACTURER DECLINED REIMBURSEMENT.*AK

Jun 11, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

2000 TOYOTA SOLORA WITH 28,000 MILES (JUST OUT OF WARRANTY) PURCHASED NEW BY ME. POWER BRAKE ASSIST UNIT FILED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. ADVISED THAT A NUMBER OF THOSE HAVE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. MANUFACTURER DECLINED REIMBURSEMENT.*AK

Jun 10, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER HIT A BUILDING. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jun 10, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER HIT A BUILDING. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jun 10, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER HIT A BUILDING. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jun 10, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER HIT A BUILDING. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Apr 26, 2004 Electrical System 65,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN IGNITION SWITCH PROBLEM. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM THE IGNITION WHILE VEHICLE WAS STILL IN DRIVE. *AK

Apr 26, 2004 Electrical System 65,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN IGNITION SWITCH PROBLEM. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM THE IGNITION WHILE VEHICLE WAS STILL IN DRIVE. *AK

Apr 20, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AFTER RELEASING THE GAS PEDAL AND HIT A TREE. *PH *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AFTER RELEASING THE GAS PEDAL AND HIT A TREE. *PH *JB

Apr 19, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ANOTHER VEHICLE CUT IN FRONT OF ME AND SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES, I ALSO APPLIED MY BRAKES. THE BRAKES DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND I HIT THE HIGHWAY DIVIDER. THE REAR HUB ASSEMBLY BROKE OFF AS A RESULT OF THE ACCIDENT. THE FRONT LEFT QUARTER PANEL WAS HEAVILY DAMAGED. I HAVE REPORTED THE BRAKE PROBLEMS...

Apr 19, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ANOTHER VEHICLE CUT IN FRONT OF ME AND SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES, I ALSO APPLIED MY BRAKES. THE BRAKES DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND I HIT THE HIGHWAY DIVIDER. THE REAR HUB ASSEMBLY BROKE OFF AS A RESULT OF THE ACCIDENT. THE FRONT LEFT QUARTER PANEL WAS HEAVILY DAMAGED. I HAVE REPORTED THE BRAKE PROBLEMS...

Apr 16, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,000 mi

HEAD GASKET, LOSES IN CAMSHAFT. *AK

Apr 16, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,000 mi

HEAD GASKET, LOSES IN CAMSHAFT. *AK

Apr 8, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 27,000 mi

CONSUMER WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT, PRESSED THE BRAKES, AND VEHICLE JUMPED THE CURB AND COLLIDED WITH A TREE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES, NOR WAS THERE A POLICE REPORT. *AK *MR

Apr 8, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 27,000 mi

CONSUMER WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT, PRESSED THE BRAKES, AND VEHICLE JUMPED THE CURB AND COLLIDED WITH A TREE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES, NOR WAS THERE A POLICE REPORT. *AK *MR

Mar 16, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,450 mi

POWER BRAKE ASSIST UNIT FAILED AT 27,400 MILES. ADVISED A NUMBER OF THESE UNITS HAVE BEEN REQUESTED FOR REPLACEMENT. CONTACTED TOYOTO AND THEY REFUSED TO COVER. HAD THE FAILURE OF THIS PART CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, I AM CERTAIN TOYOTO WOULD TAKE A DIFFERENT ...

Mar 16, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,450 mi

POWER BRAKE ASSIST UNIT FAILED AT 27,400 MILES. ADVISED A NUMBER OF THESE UNITS HAVE BEEN REQUESTED FOR REPLACEMENT. CONTACTED TOYOTO AND THEY REFUSED TO COVER. HAD THE FAILURE OF THIS PART CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, I AM CERTAIN TOYOTO WOULD TAKE A DIFFERENT ...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,697 mi

ENGINE OIL HAS A TENDANCY TO GET MILKY AFTER 2,000 MILES FROM PREVIOUS OIL CHANGE. STEPS TAKEN TO AVOID THIS PROBLEM WERE AS FOLLOWS: 1. OIL CHANGES TO SEMI SYNTHETIC OR ALL SYNTHETIC OIL. 2. CHANGE OIL & FILTER AT 2,000 MILE INTERVALS AT SUSTAINED TEMPERATURES BELOW FREEZING. 3. DRIVING HA...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,697 mi

ENGINE OIL HAS A TENDANCY TO GET MILKY AFTER 2,000 MILES FROM PREVIOUS OIL CHANGE. STEPS TAKEN TO AVOID THIS PROBLEM WERE AS FOLLOWS: 1. OIL CHANGES TO SEMI SYNTHETIC OR ALL SYNTHETIC OIL. 2. CHANGE OIL & FILTER AT 2,000 MILE INTERVALS AT SUSTAINED TEMPERATURES BELOW FREEZING. 3. DRIVING HA...

Jul 22, 2003 Visibility

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE LEAKING. NAR 07/28/2003.*MR THE VEHICLE SUNROOF LEAKED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT SERVICE STATION SEVERAL TIMES FOR REPAIR BUT THE LEAK RECURS. THE VEHICLE TAIL LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE. THE DEALER CLEANED THE CONNECTOR AND REPLACED THE BULB. THERE WAS A M...

Jul 22, 2003 Exterior Lighting

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE LEAKING. NAR 07/28/2003.*MR THE VEHICLE SUNROOF LEAKED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT SERVICE STATION SEVERAL TIMES FOR REPAIR BUT THE LEAK RECURS. THE VEHICLE TAIL LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE. THE DEALER CLEANED THE CONNECTOR AND REPLACED THE BULB. THERE WAS A M...

Jul 22, 2003 Equipment

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE LEAKING. NAR 07/28/2003.*MR THE VEHICLE SUNROOF LEAKED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT SERVICE STATION SEVERAL TIMES FOR REPAIR BUT THE LEAK RECURS. THE VEHICLE TAIL LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE. THE DEALER CLEANED THE CONNECTOR AND REPLACED THE BULB. THERE WAS A M...

Jul 22, 2003 Visibility

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE LEAKING. NAR 07/28/2003.*MR THE VEHICLE SUNROOF LEAKED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT SERVICE STATION SEVERAL TIMES FOR REPAIR BUT THE LEAK RECURS. THE VEHICLE TAIL LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE. THE DEALER CLEANED THE CONNECTOR AND REPLACED THE BULB. THERE WAS A M...

Jul 22, 2003 Exterior Lighting

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE LEAKING. NAR 07/28/2003.*MR THE VEHICLE SUNROOF LEAKED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT SERVICE STATION SEVERAL TIMES FOR REPAIR BUT THE LEAK RECURS. THE VEHICLE TAIL LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE. THE DEALER CLEANED THE CONNECTOR AND REPLACED THE BULB. THERE WAS A M...

Jul 22, 2003 Equipment

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE LEAKING. NAR 07/28/2003.*MR THE VEHICLE SUNROOF LEAKED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT SERVICE STATION SEVERAL TIMES FOR REPAIR BUT THE LEAK RECURS. THE VEHICLE TAIL LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE. THE DEALER CLEANED THE CONNECTOR AND REPLACED THE BULB. THERE WAS A M...

Jul 18, 2003 Structure

DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR WINDOWS HIT TOP OF DOOR FRAME WHEN ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE THE DOOR, WINDOW MUST BE PARTIALLY DOWN IN ORDER FOR THE DOOR TO CLOSE PROPERLY. *JB

Jul 18, 2003 Structure

DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR WINDOWS HIT TOP OF DOOR FRAME WHEN ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE THE DOOR, WINDOW MUST BE PARTIALLY DOWN IN ORDER FOR THE DOOR TO CLOSE PROPERLY. *JB

Jun 23, 2003 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES THAT SUNROOF LEAKS WATER INTO PASSENGER CABIN WHENEVER IT RAINS. DEALER HAS SERVICED IT SEVERAL TIMES, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.*AK

Jun 23, 2003 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES THAT SUNROOF LEAKS WATER INTO PASSENGER CABIN WHENEVER IT RAINS. DEALER HAS SERVICED IT SEVERAL TIMES, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.*AK

Apr 30, 2003 Suspension 36,000 mi

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME DEFECT WITH THE REAR AXLE AS STATED IN RECALL 00 V 154 000, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *JB

Apr 30, 2003 Suspension 36,000 mi

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME DEFECT WITH THE REAR AXLE AS STATED IN RECALL 00 V 154 000, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *JB

Mar 28, 2003 Air Bags Crash 36,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB

Mar 28, 2003 Air Bags Crash 36,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB

Feb 19, 2003 Power Train

THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VEHICLE MOVED AND HIT CONSUMER, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE WAS STILL IN PARK WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURRED.*JB

Feb 19, 2003 Power Train

THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VEHICLE MOVED AND HIT CONSUMER, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE WAS STILL IN PARK WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURRED.*JB

Feb 13, 2003 Power Train

CAR WAS PARKED ON A FLAT SURFACE, IDLING WITH GEARSHIFT IN THE "PARK" POSITION; DRIVER STEPPED OUT OF VEHICLE AND WALKED IN FRONT OF CAR. CAR SURGED FORWARD AND PINNED DRIVER AGAINST WALL. RESIDENT OF HOUSE CAME TO ASSIST AND COULD NOT GET GEARSHIFT OUT OF THE PARK POSITION - YET CAR CONTINUED TO ...

Feb 13, 2003 Power Train

CAR WAS PARKED ON A FLAT SURFACE, IDLING WITH GEARSHIFT IN THE "PARK" POSITION; DRIVER STEPPED OUT OF VEHICLE AND WALKED IN FRONT OF CAR. CAR SURGED FORWARD AND PINNED DRIVER AGAINST WALL. RESIDENT OF HOUSE CAME TO ASSIST AND COULD NOT GET GEARSHIFT OUT OF THE PARK POSITION - YET CAR CONTINUED TO ...

Jan 20, 2003 Tires 20,000 mi

LEASED A NEW 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA CONVERTIBLE IN JULY 2000. TOOK CAR FOR ALL REQUIRED MAINTNEANCE CHECKS. AFTER ONLY 20,000 MILES WAS INFORMED THAT ALL 4 TIRES WERE COMPLETELY UNSAFE FOR DRIVING. IF I HAD NOT HAD CAR SERVICED I WOULD HAVE DRIVEN NEW CAR AND WAS IN DANGER OF A FATAL ACCIDENT. TIRES ...

Jan 20, 2003 Tires 20,000 mi

LEASED A NEW 2000 TOYOTA SOLARA CONVERTIBLE IN JULY 2000. TOOK CAR FOR ALL REQUIRED MAINTNEANCE CHECKS. AFTER ONLY 20,000 MILES WAS INFORMED THAT ALL 4 TIRES WERE COMPLETELY UNSAFE FOR DRIVING. IF I HAD NOT HAD CAR SERVICED I WOULD HAVE DRIVEN NEW CAR AND WAS IN DANGER OF A FATAL ACCIDENT. TIRES ...

Oct 21, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN THE OIL IN THE COOLANT SYSTEM GETS EXTREMELY HOT THEN COLD, THIS RESULTS IN OIL JELLINT. THE OIL CANNOT FLOW THREW THE FUEL PUMP, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO FAIL. DEALER CONTACTED. TS

Oct 21, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN THE OIL IN THE COOLANT SYSTEM GETS EXTREMELY HOT THEN COLD, THIS RESULTS IN OIL JELLINT. THE OIL CANNOT FLOW THREW THE FUEL PUMP, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO FAIL. DEALER CONTACTED. TS

Oct 16, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING THE DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.

Oct 16, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING THE DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.

Sep 28, 2002 Visibility

VANITY MIRROR FELL OFF DRIVER'S SIDE VISOR. THE MIRROR HAD ONLY BEEN USED TO A MINIMAL DEGREE--ONCE A MONTH OR LESS IN THE 20 MONTHS SINCE PURCHASE. A SHORT TIME AFTER, VISOR HINGE BECAME LOOSE. TOYOTA SAID PLASTIC HINGES WERE WORN AND ENTIRE VISOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF OVER $200.00 F...

Sep 28, 2002 Visibility

VANITY MIRROR FELL OFF DRIVER'S SIDE VISOR. THE MIRROR HAD ONLY BEEN USED TO A MINIMAL DEGREE--ONCE A MONTH OR LESS IN THE 20 MONTHS SINCE PURCHASE. A SHORT TIME AFTER, VISOR HINGE BECAME LOOSE. TOYOTA SAID PLASTIC HINGES WERE WORN AND ENTIRE VISOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF OVER $200.00 F...

Sep 17, 2002 Tires

ORIGINAL TIRES ON A TOYOTA, SOLARA,2000. ALL FOUR TIRES ARE BALD. *AK BRIDGESTONE PATENZA TIRES P205 60 R DOT Y720 OHD170.*JB

Sep 17, 2002 Tires

ORIGINAL TIRES ON A TOYOTA, SOLARA,2000. ALL FOUR TIRES ARE BALD. *AK BRIDGESTONE PATENZA TIRES P205 60 R DOT Y720 OHD170.*JB

Feb 13, 2002 Structure

PASSENGER DOOR WINDOW WOULD OCCASIONALLY HIT THE DOOR FRAME WHEN BEING CLOSED, CAUSING A VIOLENT SHAKE AND LOUD HITTING NOISE. HAD TO BRING TO THE DEALER TWICE BEFORE I COULD GET IT FIXED.

Feb 13, 2002 Structure

PASSENGER DOOR WINDOW WOULD OCCASIONALLY HIT THE DOOR FRAME WHEN BEING CLOSED, CAUSING A VIOLENT SHAKE AND LOUD HITTING NOISE. HAD TO BRING TO THE DEALER TWICE BEFORE I COULD GET IT FIXED.

Oct 30, 2001 Seats

THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT ROCKS WHEN ACCELERATING, AND TOYOTA HAS A TBS FOR THE 1999 MODEL, BUT IT DOESNT COVER MY CAR, MADE IN 9/99. THEY REFUSE TO REPLACE OR FIX THE ROCKING CHAIR, AND I FEEL THAT IT WILL EVENTUALLY FAIL WHILE DRIVING. PLEASE HELP WITH THIS PROBLEM.*AK

Oct 30, 2001 Seats

THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT ROCKS WHEN ACCELERATING, AND TOYOTA HAS A TBS FOR THE 1999 MODEL, BUT IT DOESNT COVER MY CAR, MADE IN 9/99. THEY REFUSE TO REPLACE OR FIX THE ROCKING CHAIR, AND I FEEL THAT IT WILL EVENTUALLY FAIL WHILE DRIVING. PLEASE HELP WITH THIS PROBLEM.*AK

Sep 18, 2001 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT FIT ACROSS THE DRIVER NECK

Sep 18, 2001 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT FIT ACROSS THE DRIVER NECK

May 21, 2001 Tires

BUBBLE DEVELOPED ON SIDE WALL OF TIRE. DEALER & TOYOTA DOES NOT RECOGNIZE AS DEFECT. SUGGESTED TO CONTACT MANUFACTURER FOR FURTHER EVAULATION. *AK (TIRESIZE: P205/60R16)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P205/60R16 )

May 21, 2001 Tires

BUBBLE DEVELOPED ON SIDE WALL OF TIRE. DEALER & TOYOTA DOES NOT RECOGNIZE AS DEFECT. SUGGESTED TO CONTACT MANUFACTURER FOR FURTHER EVAULATION. *AK (TIRESIZE: P205/60R16)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P205/60R16 )

Apr 1, 2001 Power Train

WHILE THE TRACTION CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED THE VEHICLE HAD A HARD TIME MAKING IT UP A SLOPE WHICH HAD 1-2 INCHES OF NEW FALLEN SNOW, WITH THE TRACTION CONTROL OFF THE VEHICLE HAD NO PROBLEMS GOING UPHILL. NLM

Apr 1, 2001 Power Train

WHILE THE TRACTION CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED THE VEHICLE HAD A HARD TIME MAKING IT UP A SLOPE WHICH HAD 1-2 INCHES OF NEW FALLEN SNOW, WITH THE TRACTION CONTROL OFF THE VEHICLE HAD NO PROBLEMS GOING UPHILL. NLM

Feb 13, 2001 Tires

BRIDGESTONE POTENZA FRONT TIRES P205/60R16, EXPERIENCED BUBBLES ON THE SIDEWALL, DEALER REPLACED BOTH TIRES. *SLC

Feb 13, 2001 Tires

BRIDGESTONE POTENZA FRONT TIRES P205/60R16, EXPERIENCED BUBBLES ON THE SIDEWALL, DEALER REPLACED BOTH TIRES. *SLC

Feb 8, 2001 Tires

BRIDGESTONE, POTENZA, TIRE SIZE 205-65-R1, DOT 9B9L, ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON TOYOTA, SOLARA 2000 WITH 17,000 MILES. BOTH FRONT TIRES ARE BALD AND ARE SEPARATING AND CRACKING ON SIDES.*AK *SLC

Feb 8, 2001 Tires

BRIDGESTONE, POTENZA, TIRE SIZE 205-65-R1, DOT 9B9L, ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON TOYOTA, SOLARA 2000 WITH 17,000 MILES. BOTH FRONT TIRES ARE BALD AND ARE SEPARATING AND CRACKING ON SIDES.*AK *SLC

Jan 16, 2001 Tires

MICHELIN, 205/65R15, RADIAL TIRES, ORIGINAL TIRES, LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEWOUT WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS JUST SERVICED ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO.*AK THE DEALER COULD NOT FIND THE CAUSE FOR THE TIRE FAILURE, BUT BLAMES THE CUSTOMER. *YH

Jan 16, 2001 Tires

MICHELIN, 205/65R15, RADIAL TIRES, ORIGINAL TIRES, LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEWOUT WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS JUST SERVICED ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO.*AK THE DEALER COULD NOT FIND THE CAUSE FOR THE TIRE FAILURE, BUT BLAMES THE CUSTOMER. *YH

Nov 28, 2000 Tires

BRIDGESTONE RE92 POTENZA TIRE (P205 65 R15) EXPERIENCED BLOWOUT. *SLC

Nov 28, 2000 Tires

BRIDGESTONE RE92 POTENZA TIRE (P205 65 R15) EXPERIENCED BLOWOUT. *SLC

Nov 27, 2000 Visibility

THE AIR VENTS EMIT A FOUL ODOR COMPARABLE TO DIRTY OLD RAGS AS A RESULT OF MOLD, MILDEW AND BACTERIAL ACCUMULATION INITIATED BY MOISTURE THROUGHOUT THE SYSTEM, THIS UNHEALTHY CONDITION IS INTENSIFIED BY THE MORE COMPACT STRUCTURE OF THE NEW MODEL CARS DESIGNED WITH A REDUCED VENTILATION AREA. * NLM ...

Nov 27, 2000 Visibility

THE AIR VENTS EMIT A FOUL ODOR COMPARABLE TO DIRTY OLD RAGS AS A RESULT OF MOLD, MILDEW AND BACTERIAL ACCUMULATION INITIATED BY MOISTURE THROUGHOUT THE SYSTEM, THIS UNHEALTHY CONDITION IS INTENSIFIED BY THE MORE COMPACT STRUCTURE OF THE NEW MODEL CARS DESIGNED WITH A REDUCED VENTILATION AREA. * NLM ...

Nov 13, 2000 Visibility

CONSUMER COMPLAINS OF A MILDEW SMELL COMING FROM THE VENTILATION SYSTEM, DEALERS HAVE SAID THAT THE SPECIFIC DESIGN OF THIS VEHICLE HAS A REDUCED AREA FOR VENTILATION WHICH ENCOURAGES CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE TO BE TRAPPED INSIDE . *SLC

Nov 13, 2000 Visibility

CONSUMER COMPLAINS OF A MILDEW SMELL COMING FROM THE VENTILATION SYSTEM, DEALERS HAVE SAID THAT THE SPECIFIC DESIGN OF THIS VEHICLE HAS A REDUCED AREA FOR VENTILATION WHICH ENCOURAGES CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE TO BE TRAPPED INSIDE . *SLC

Nov 9, 2000 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAD A CRACKED BATTERY THAT CAUSED ACID TO LEAK ALL OVER THE ENGINE AND CORRODED THE COOLANT RESERVOIR. *SLC

Nov 9, 2000 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAD A CRACKED BATTERY THAT CAUSED ACID TO LEAK ALL OVER THE ENGINE AND CORRODED THE COOLANT RESERVOIR. *SLC

Oct 27, 2000 Visibility

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE FIRST CAR WASH, THE AIR VENTS CONTINUOUSLY EMITT A ODOR COMPARABLE TO DIRTY, OLD RAGS AS A RESULT OF MOULD, MILDEW AND BACTERIAL ACCUMULATION, INITIATED BY MOISTURE THOUGHOUT THE SYSTEM. *CJ

Oct 27, 2000 Visibility

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE FIRST CAR WASH, THE AIR VENTS CONTINUOUSLY EMITT A ODOR COMPARABLE TO DIRTY, OLD RAGS AS A RESULT OF MOULD, MILDEW AND BACTERIAL ACCUMULATION, INITIATED BY MOISTURE THOUGHOUT THE SYSTEM. *CJ

Oct 16, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS SITTING STILL, ABOUT TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND ANOTHER VEHICLE CAME HEAD-ON TRAVELING 35MPH. AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. DEALER WANTED TO CEHCK VEHICLE BEFORE CLAIM WAS SUBMITTED. DEALER WASN'T OFFERING A LOANER VEHICLE.*AK

Oct 16, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS SITTING STILL, ABOUT TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND ANOTHER VEHICLE CAME HEAD-ON TRAVELING 35MPH. AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. DEALER WANTED TO CEHCK VEHICLE BEFORE CLAIM WAS SUBMITTED. DEALER WASN'T OFFERING A LOANER VEHICLE.*AK

Aug 29, 2000 Seat Belts

FRONT PASSENGER SEATBELT HAS BROKEN THREE TIMES IN TWO MONTHS. BELT JAMS WHEN PASSENGER LEANS FORWARD WHILE WEARING THE BELT (THE BELT THEN HANGS LOSE). BELT SEEMS TO TWIST OR FOLD OVER AT THE POINT WHERE IT COMES OUT OF THE SIDE OF THE CAR. SPEED DURING FIRST INCIDENT - ABOUT 40 MPH AND BRAKING,...

Aug 29, 2000 Seat Belts

FRONT PASSENGER SEATBELT HAS BROKEN THREE TIMES IN TWO MONTHS. BELT JAMS WHEN PASSENGER LEANS FORWARD WHILE WEARING THE BELT (THE BELT THEN HANGS LOSE). BELT SEEMS TO TWIST OR FOLD OVER AT THE POINT WHERE IT COMES OUT OF THE SIDE OF THE CAR. SPEED DURING FIRST INCIDENT - ABOUT 40 MPH AND BRAKING,...

Jul 24, 2000 Seat Belts

CONSUMER'S SHOULDER BELT TWISTS & DOES NOT LAY STRAIGHT. VEHICLE HAS A SAFETY FEATURE THAT RETRACTS THE SEATBELTS BACK IF AN ACCIDENT OCCURRED. TOYOTA BASICALLY REPLIED THAT'S THE WAY IT WAS DESIGNED. THE CONSUMER SAID THAT SEAT BELT WAS UNCOMFORTABLE & UNSAFE.*AK

Jul 24, 2000 Seat Belts

CONSUMER'S SHOULDER BELT TWISTS & DOES NOT LAY STRAIGHT. VEHICLE HAS A SAFETY FEATURE THAT RETRACTS THE SEATBELTS BACK IF AN ACCIDENT OCCURRED. TOYOTA BASICALLY REPLIED THAT'S THE WAY IT WAS DESIGNED. THE CONSUMER SAID THAT SEAT BELT WAS UNCOMFORTABLE & UNSAFE.*AK