2003 Toyota Camry Engine Problems
- 32
- 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 32 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- intake manifold · 12 records
- head gasket · 8 records
- head bolts · 7 records
- light came · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
2003 toyota camry le engine driving from snell ville ga to south carolina toyota camry oil light came on then car cutoff first time ever. Failure due to timing chain broke in engine causing damage to engine; needs another engine rebuilt or new one etc. Available but cannot afford one. *kb
ODI 10413621
Cooling System · Engine
I have a 2003 toyota camry 4cyl car with 52,000 miles, that has a coolant leak from the back of the engine next to the intake manifold. On further inspection and research, it was revealed that the leak is coming from the head gasket area, due to stripped out block/headbolt, as a clear sign of manufacturer defect indicated and substantiated by the amount of similar cases found on internet forums such as:…
ODI 10405470
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota camry. The contact stated that smoke was emitted from under the vehicle as it stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop who diagnosed that the cylinder head bolts were pulled out, the head gasket exhibited an oil leak and after pressure testing the cooling system, the cylinders filled up with coolant. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who…
ODI 10402123
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota camry. The contact stated that antifreeze was leaking out of the rear of the engine. The vehicle was taken to dealer who stated that the head bolts stripped and as a result, the engine had to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted by the dealer who did not offer any assistance. The vin was unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 149,000.
ODI 10393638
Engine
I have a 2003 toyota camry le (4 cylinder, 2.4 l) which began leaking engine coolant from around the back of the engine block. My mechanic said that it was likely a blown head gasket. After further research, he determined that the cause of the leak was most likely loose head bolts in the engine block which were due to the bolts stripping the thread from the block. He said my only option was to replace the engine at…
ODI 10386576
Engine
Engine failure do to head bolts stripped out. Hundreds of other cars have had the same problem. Toyota is aware they have a problem. *tr
ODI 10396017
Engine
2003 toyota camry. Coolant leaking, problem with engine, say many other people stating having this problem on the internet under vehicle reviews and complaints. Had to replace the engine at 100,000 miles. Very upset. Same description as every one else, gurgling noise, coolant being quickly removed, mechanic chasing the problem to the engine, engine replaced. Called toyota, joke of a reaction, no apology or any offer…
ODI 10383360
Engine
In march 2010 i had a problem with my wife's toyota that i believe i either shouldn't have to pay to fix or have toyota share in the cost. When i called toyota to register the complaint they said couldn't help me, so i am asking for your help. My wife's camry (2003 with just under 100,000 miles) developed a leak in its head gasket, so i took it into our local garage. They looked at it (pressure test) confirmed it…
ODI 10373836
Engine
My toyota camry 2003 head gasket is blown. My auto mechanic informed me that toyota bolted the heads in a faulty way and the leak can only be fixed temporarily. *tr
ODI 10325354
Engine
Oil light came on. Took to toyota dealer to check. Within minutes said it was sludge and needed a new engine block. *tr
ODI 10305708
Engine
2003 toyota camry xle 4 cyl. With less than 100k overheated. Took vehicle to independent mechanic who advised me of a coolant leak at the intake manifold and to take the vehicle to the dealer. Dealer has vehicle, reports it is not the intake manifold that is leaking but 3 rear steel bolts that go into aluminum are stripped. Toyota is "unwilling to participate" in the repair with an estimate of $6900.00 which…
ODI 10280274
Engine
2003 toyota camry le, 4 cyl., automatic, approx 60,000 miles. Problem: uncommanded full acceleration. Driving conditions: clear weather, daytime, dry surface highway, cruise control - off, transmission gear selected - drive. Consequence: major loss of vehicle control. Corrective action: throttle / sensor checked for failure at shop - no defect noted - could not duplicate failure. Replacement throttle $1100 with…
ODI 10279469
Engine
2003 camry, 4 cylinder, 2.4l engine, xle model. Fluttering noise under light acceleration from the engine area. Dealer determined that the intake manifold needed to be replaced at a cost of $760.00. Engine had 86,000 miles. Very disappointed with this failure which should have never happened with a car of this supposed quality. I rate this car a 2 out of 5. *tr
ODI 10278519
Engine
A crack is developed in 'oil sub pan' at the bottom of the engine body on my toyota camry 2003, which have only 51000 miles on it. An independent auto technician told me that a crack in the oil pan is unusual and it might have been there at the time of manufacture. A mechanic at the toyota dealership in metairie told me the same thing along with the fact that such a crack is hard to detect. I am lucky that this…
ODI 10267326
Engine
While driving home one day i began to smell antifreeze in my car. My husband took the vehicle to a local garage who informed him that it was the head gasket. My car has only 77,000 miles on it. I took the car to my mechanic who confirmed that it was the head gasket. While repairing my vehicle the mechanic noticed that all four screws popped out. It cost me over 1700.00 to repair. My mechanic reported this to be…
ODI 10252244
Engine
FATAL CAR ACCIDENT. *TR
Crash reported · 1 death
ODI 10310992
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 toyota camry. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle overheated. The contact filled the vehicle with water and drove to a mechanic. The mechanic stated that the engine coolant leaked water between the cylinder head and the block. It was also discovered that three cylinder head bolts were loose. The vin was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 100,000. Updated 10/16/08.…
ODI 10241734
Engine
Vehicle started making a loud rattling/vibrating noise that started around 57,000 miles. It sounded like there was no oil in the car, though oil change had been done less than 1,000 miles prior to noticing this. Sound got worse and worse over the next week or so and was usually loudest when the car was first started up in the morning or after it had been sitting all day. Heard mostly when it was idling in park and…
ODI 10232162
Engine
I am the owner of 2003 toyota camry . And i would like to file a complain due to the engine defects in my vehicle . In april 2008 , i discovered the engine coolant was leaking and it was so severe that i had to take to the mechanic shop for inspection and repair. The mechanic did the pressure test cooling system test and found coolant leak coming from cylinder had by the intake manifold . The mechanic removed valve…
ODI 10372394
Engine
Began to hear rattling noise shortly before taking car to dealer for 90,000 mile servicing. Advised by dealer that intake manifold was broken and needed to be replaced at a cost of $600. Had manifold replaced under extended warranty. *tr
ODI 10199905
Engine
Engine noise caused by intake manifold crack as diagnosed by a toyota service dealer. *tr
ODI 10251258
Engine
Toyota dealer advises replacement of intake manifold on 2003 camry 4-cylinder due to loud rattling noise. Technical service bulletin addresses this issue. Many similar complaints noted. *nm
ODI 10183055
Engine
My 2003 toyota camry, which i maintained in a normal manner, w/appropriate oil changes. The oil light came on, i put in 1 qt of oil, the light went off. A short time later, i drove the car and it started making a loud clacking sound, check engine light came on. I drove it home and parked it; called a mechanic to come take a look. He said it was the engine and needed to be taken to a toyota dealership, and we could…
ODI 10162916
Engine
Dt*: the contact stated a hissing noise was coming from the engine immediately after starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealership, and the problem was diagnosed as an intake manifold leak, and the intake manifold was replaced .*ak updated 2/7/2006 - *nm
ODI 10147221
Engine
Intake manifold failure on 2003 toyota camry 2.4 engine (toyota motor co.) will not replace. They know that they have a problem because they replaced them with a new type of intake manifold. My camry has 65000 miles. *jb
ODI 10139789