10.0
really awfulTypical Repair Cost:
$5,000.00
Average Mileage:
68,000 miles
Total Complaints:
2 complaints
Most common solutions:
- engine overhauled under warranty (1 reports)
- replace engine (1 reports)
engine problem
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Toyota dealer.
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2004Oct 24
(reported on)Camry LE
- 50,000 miles
Defective valve lubricating system. First engine overhaul at 50000 mi was free. Happened again at 86000 mi, not covered under warranty.
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2004Nov 06
(reported on)Camry LE
Defective valve lubricating system, engine failed for the second time at 86000 mi, was out of warranty. Dealership suggested a new or used engine at a cost of $3000 - $7000. The other older Camry which I gave to my daughter now has over 150000 mi with no serious problems.
Darl W.
Tulsa, OK, USA
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