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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
25,068 miles

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2016 Toyota Camry electrical problems

electrical problem

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2016 Toyota Camry Owner Comments

problem #12

Apr 142021

Camry

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Headlights keep going off and on, L don't drive at night mostly till recently, L took it to Toyota dealer. They gave me estimate about $600 to fit it.claiming, I needs replacing headlight stalk/switch(found headlight stock/switch open circut). The mileage on my car just 21,103. Also, this my 3rd Toyota, and used them more than ten years with this problem, this must be manufactural default, and find out that, some are re-call for some Camry 2016. Please. Something should be done about this

- Silver Spring, MD, USA

problem #11

Feb 282021

Camry

  • 50,197 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while the vehicle was stopped, a string got caught into the electrical mechanism in the steering wheel. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Toyota of louisville (6514 dixie hwy louisville, ky 40258) where it was diagnosed with the spiral cable needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle had to be paid for out of pocket. The failure mileage was approximately 50,197.

- Louisville, KY, USA

problem #10

Jan 312021

Camry

  • miles
My Toyota Camry makes a scary noise that appears to be behind the dashboard right behind the air conditioner. It comes on and off. In addition, in 2018 the noise was accompanied by the whole dashboard signs red with a strong noise that appears something broke inside. Then, I immediately stopped and call Toyota and they ask me to take it to a dealership but didn't offer towing. That day, I drove to work and all appeared normal. The noise comes onces in a while and go away. I am not sure how serious this thing is and what to do next. Thank you for your helo on this. Solomon

- Snellville, GA, USA

problem #9

Nov 012020

Camry

  • 126,500 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Will not start

- Munfordville, KY, USA

problem #8

Jan 162019

Camry

  • 24,000 miles
Hi, my Toyota 2016 Camry is used as a daily driver. I purchased the new car at the dealership were I work. My job is in the shipping / receiving department and on a monthly basis I will witness 4 to 8 wiring harness repairs. When I asked my manager about it he said "rodent damage, they seem to like the glue or adhesive". we'll guess what ? it has happened too me! a single damaged wire can be debilitating to the electronics in a motor vehicle. In January of this year my complete harness had to be replaced. This is because the wiring harness is not made in a modular or sectional option. Please can this ( what seems to be a reoccurring matter) be looked into and possibly addressed?

- Novato, CA, USA

problem #7

Jul 142017

Camry 4-cyl

  • 25,000 miles
Mice, jumping out of everywhere while I'm driving!!! my insurance paid out over $4000 and I paid $500 deductible plus $300 to have metal screens put in. I had to replace heater core, air conditioning core, heater fan, duct work, where the mice had built a nest. When the heater fan came on it was like putting the mice through a blender. Mouse part everywhere!! soy used in wiring is to blame. Shame on the us government and Toyota for dumping this car on a unsuspecting public. You buy a brand new car then find out you bought a buffet for rodents! [xxx], Maine usa information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Hollis Ctr., ME, USA

problem #6

Aug 042018

Camry

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Automatic lock does not lock when car is in drive and it does not unlock with me pressing the button please helpppp

- New Iberia, LA, USA

problem #5

May 022018

Camry

  • 17,980 miles
Vehicle has 18K miles when this happened. I drove from work to grocery store. After leaving the store I stopped at a red light, the ABS warning came on then check electrical charging system warning. I put the car in park, then I couldn't get it in gear again. I exited the vehicle to wave the cars behind me to go around because the flashers didn't work. After I got all the other cars past me, I called my husband to come and get me. He suggested that I try restarting the car again, with more pressure on the brakes. This time, it started and I moved it to a nearby parking lot. The next day, it was towed to the dealer. The dealer kept it overnight to run more tests, but they said that no failure was indicated. My husband got the charging system lights to come on, and he verified this with the dealer. The lease is up in in 4 months, but I won't drive it again. Toyota corporate was no help, saying no error message on computer means car is safe to drive. God help the next person who buys this car.

- Fayetteville, NC, USA

problem #4

Aug 182017

Camry

  • 35,962 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that after he depressed the brake pedal lightly, his vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. Afterwards, the contact's vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The contact stated depressed the brake pedal frequently, but it did not function for approximately 45 seconds before the contact was able to regain control. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was able to be driven and was taken to passport Toyota (located at 5001 auth way, suitland, md) where it was diagnosed that there was an electrical issue. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 35,962.

- District Heights, MD, USA

problem #3

Mar 072017

Camry 4-cyl

  • 4,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Camry. While driving 2-3 mph, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to operate. The vehicle also lost electrical functionality and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries in either vehicle and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed and repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000. Updated 06/08/17

- Silver Spring, MD, USA

problem #2

Jun 152016

Camry 4-cyl

  • 3,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Camry. While attempting to turn right from a stop light, the vehicle lost power and suddenly accelerated, without warning. The failure recurred approximately three times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle was working properly. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure was not remedied. The failure mileage was approximately 3,000. Updated 05/05/17

- Clearwater, FL, USA

problem #1

Oct 272016

Camry

  • 14,174 miles
Soy based components attracting mice that cause damage to wiring, filters, and even blower motor. If the critters eat thru airbag wiring this could be catastrophic.

- Cazenovia, NY, USA

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