2002 Toyota Camry Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
- 18
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 18 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 7 records
- engine light · 6 records
- light illuminated · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel System, Gasoline
First time. (second time dec. 12,2014) hole chewed in top of gas filler hose. Gas leaked from top of hose when refueling. *tr
ODI 10667785
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota camry. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was advised to the contact that the air fuel ration sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximated failure mileage was 19,000. *tr
ODI 10521733
Fuel System, Gasoline
The fuel filler line weld at where the egr line ties in (just beneath the fuel filler cap) failed. The failure of the weld caused air to leak into the fuel system and trip the "check engine" light. The weld failure was the result of a poor weld and poor anti rust coating applied at the location of the weld.
ODI 10511104
Body · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
On december 14, 2012, at about 7:20 am, my spouse, [xxx] got into the driver's seat of the above described 2002 toyota camry, which was parked on our driveway. After fastening her seat belt and then checking behind to make sure our street was free of pedestrians and bike riders, my spouse placed her right foot firmly on the brake and shifted the automatic transmission lever from "park" to "reverse" the toyota camry…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10535740
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
The car accelerates at a high rate with little pressure on gas. It seems to happen at random times when the car is warm. I could be stopped at a red light then have it happen when the light turns and i step on the gas. It also has happened when accelerating while still moving ie: taking a corner while slowing then stepping on the gas once i have straightened out. *tr
ODI 10371178
Fuel System, Gasoline
Atlanta, ga, requires an emission inspection each year. My 2002 camry xle has passed with no problem in past years. When the inspection tester was hooked to the car it reported "not ready" codes in all test categories and the inspection could not be completed. I took the car to my mechanic and he could clear the computer and get it to reset but almost immediately the codes would start to drop off to "not ready"…
ODI 10396610
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling · Frontal · Fuel System, Gasoline
We have a 2002 toyota camry with a 2.4 liter engine with a 38, 900 miles in the odometer. And on march 4, 2010 my wife came home from a the grocery store asked me to check the car because of the check engine light iis on. I drove the car for a test drive around our neighborhood for five minutes with the speed of 10 miles to 15 miles an hour. Before i came to the stop sign, the engine start racing, rpm is up the red…
ODI 10317262
Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
I did not notice any malfunctions of my car prior to the event that i am reporting. In june of 2009 i was pulling into a parking space in a parking lot. My foot was lightly on the brake and i nearly at a complete stop when my car lurched forward like a rocket. My car jumped the curb of the parking spot, sideswiped a row of mailboxes on my left while traveling across an small island of lawn and shooting over another…
ODI 10312684
Emission Control · Fuel System, Gasoline
2002 toyota camry. The consumer wants to be reimbursed for repairs. *dt the check engine light illuminated. The dealer stated there was a problem with the emission system. The problem was repaired and the consumer was charged $600.00. Two days later, the light illuminated again. The consumer returned to the dealership, but the problem was not resolved. When the consumer stopped for gas, he noticed the gas tank would…
ODI 10313223
Fuel System, Gasoline
When it is below 32 degrees f. Outside the cars throttle body will freeze shut. This causes the car to not operate and the car needs to be placed in a warm environment to warm it to above freezing, and the car will operate well. This has been addressed in a service bulletin put out by toyota and to correct this problem it will cost approx $1200. This is a defect on the part of toyota. It is not because of age, and…
ODI 10255248
Accelerator Pedal · Fuel System, Gasoline
1. The was no prior notice of defect. 2. The fuel pedal assembly failed generating a check engine light, and the car became unable to drive safely. The car became very erratic and would not operate unless running over 20 mph. *tr 3. The car was taken to the dealer where the fuel pedal assembly was found defective and replaced. Updated 01/06/11 *bf
ODI 10317232
Cooling System · Fuel System, Gasoline
2002 toyota camry, stalls as coming to a stop or slowing down for traffic, turning or someone pulling in front of me in traffic. Car will not start for 20 minutes. When trying to start car before 20 minutes it turns over but not start or has a hard time starting and sputters till i can pull over off the street and stalls in a parking lot. When i wait the full 20 plus minutes the car starts as if never had a problem.…
ODI 10273010
Control Module (Tcm, Pcm) · Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Assist · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Toyota camry le 2.4 l winter weather cause to vvt on auto to fail and stall engine. Stalled engine caused lost of controls, steering, brakes, etc..parts replaced were oxygen sensors, cat.convertor, etc.. The vvt is variable valve timing control along with ocm, pcm, throttle sensor, mass air sensor which regulates the engine performance. *tr
ODI 10188813
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*- the contact owns a 2002 toyota camry. She noticed gas fumes and a gas leak coming from the vehicle. The dealership informed the contact this occurred when the gas tank was overfilled. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic for repair. The mechanic informed the contact that the charcoal canister needed to be replaced. There have not been any other occurrences since the replacement. The current mileage was 70000.…
ODI 10185631
Filler Pipe And Cap · Fuel System, Gasoline
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the check engine light illuminated without incident. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the fuel filter needed to be cleaned and the fuel filler cap needed to be replaced. In addition, it was determined the fuel filter was corroded due to oxidization of the fuel filter material. The manufacturer was notified.
ODI 10169505
Fuel System, Gasoline
I noticed gasoline dripping from the rear of my 2002 toyota camry le at the rate of about a drop per second while it was parked with the engine off. The car had not been run for a day and a half and had about 3/4 of a tank of gas in it. The gasoline was dripping near the middle of the rear axle, about 2 inches from the exhaust pipe. I was afraid to start the car and after clearance by the local fire department, had…
ODI 10169033
Emission Control · Fuel System, Gasoline
I have a 2002 toyota camry with 42,608 miles. The check engine light went on yesterday. Today i had the charcoal canister, hose and vacuum sealed valve replaced at great cost. Now i have read that this was a problem with the 96-98 camry's and that the epa required toyota to extend the emissions warranty to 14/150000. *jb
ODI 10137905
Fuel System, Gasoline
My 2002 toyota camry v-6 has had speed control issues starting about three years after we brought it. It surges occassionally at different speeds. I have had to take it to the dealer twice and they say there is nothing wrong. *tw
ODI 10302976