NHTSA Defect Investigation #PE02079

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE: Engine And Engine Cooling

CLOSED

no recall issued

1999 TOYOTA CAMRY -- ODI's data analysis found the fires rates to be consistently low and evenly distributed among six model years and six different engine configurations.ODI examined a variety of root causes, those being detonation (resulting in oil pan puncture from connecting rod), starter fires, various fuel related fires, leaking oil filters, wiring issues, improper repairs and brake fluid leaks.none of the issues examined had reports that indicated a trend when normalized for populaton and exposure.see attached report for full details. Investigation was initiated on October 22 2002. Closed on March 18 2003. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning investigation #PE02079 »

NHTSA Defect Investigation #DP02004

ENGINE SEIZURE: Engine And Engine Cooling

CLOSED

no recall issued

1999 TOYOTA CAMRY -- Alleged that the engine seizure due to oil sludge Investigation was initiated on April 30 2002. Closed on June 20 2002. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning investigation #DP02004 »