2007 Toyota Camry Vehicle Speed Control Problems
- 399
- 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 399 stored complaint records:
- 109 indicate a crash
- 48 indicate injury
- 6 indicate fire
- 3 indicate a death
What owners report
- Accelerator Pedal · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 137 |
| 30–60k mi | 84 |
| 60–100k mi | 63 |
| 100–150k mi | 32 |
| 150–400k mi | 13 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle would hesitate when he depressed the accelerator pedal. The vehicle would then surge forward after approximately 50-80 feet without warning. The dealer stated that this was a normal occurrence. The failure mileage was 150 and the current mileage was 14,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10197326
Vehicle Speed Control
I purchased a 2007 camry le/2.4 liter 4 cylinder automatic transmission on october 28 2006. Noticed some hesitation on acceleration at 5000 miles on odometer. Hesitation was apparent when depressing accelerator for quick pick up ,such as merging onto highway. Seemed to be just a nuisance, now but after reading other complaints i am becoming concerned, especially when most dealerships could not fix the problem. What…
ODI 10195918
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility · Vehicle Speed Control
Purchased a 2007 camry le, 4 door, on 12/12/06. Cruise control has failed many times. When going down hill with the cruise on the car will keep accelerating to very unsafe speeds. This started from the date of purchase. I went through arbitration in march of 2007 and was told by the arbitrator "that there has been an unreasonable amount of repair attempts for the same nonconformist that will impair the use, value…
ODI 10291374
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While driving 30-45 mph, there was a three second delay when attempting to accelerate. The dealer stated that this was a normal occurrence and did not make any repairs. The failure mileage was 430 and current mileage was 4,800. The consumer stated toyota and the parent company stated there is no fix at the present time. Updated 11/1/07 *tr
ODI 10204045
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* - the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While driving at 55 mph the contact's vehicle began to accelerate, in an attempt to stop the vehicle the contact crashed into a sign. There were no injuries. The mechanic attempted to diagnose the failure on 2 previous occasions ,and found the vehicle to be operating normally. Also,m the mechanic diagnosed the vehicle after the crash occurred ,and the computer report read:…
Crash reported
ODI 10182352
Vehicle Speed Control
2007 camry xle 4-cylinder purchased in april 2006. Car unpredictably hesitated and jerked upon acceleration. Sometimes the hesitation lasted a second, while other times it lasted at least three seconds. Occurred most often when accelerating from coasting, while changing lanes, or while accelerating through a turn. Cruise control was jerky , and constantly revved the engine before engaging. In january and february. I…
ODI 10191074
Vehicle Speed Control
2007 camry xle 4-cylinder purchased in april 2006. Car unpredictably hesitates and jerked upon acceleration. Sometimes the hesitation lasted a second, while other times it lasted at least three. Seconds. Occurred most often when accelerating from coasting, while changing lanes, or while accelerating through a turn. Cruise control was jerky and constantly revved the engine before engaging. In january and february i…
ODI 10191073
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* - the contact has a 2007 toyota camry . The contact stated that when the vehicle slowed down orwas starting from a stop, and when pressesing the accelerator pedal the vehicle would hesitate. The contact explained that he took the vehicle to the dealer ,and they told him that there was a computer problem. A toyota representative looked at the vehicle while at the dealer, but they said that the vehicle was working…
ODI 10181114
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While driving approximately 5 mph in a parking lot the vehicle accelerated and caused her to crash into a wall. The vehicle was damaged. The contact was injured and transported to the hospital. A police report is available if needed. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 4,000.
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10305761
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. After purchasing the vehicle on october 31, 2006, the contact noticed that there was a lack of acceleration in the vehicle. While attempting to accelerate from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated. The accelerator pedal was depressed to the floor, but the vehicle still hesitated to pick up speed and then suddenly sped off. The dealer found no failures; however, they later…
ODI 10242787
Body · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Toyota needs to be held responsible 4 the unexpected acceleration of these vehicles. Make them test it under 32 degrees and the rpms will almost always increase and decrease abruptly though giving gas at a steady pace. It's happened every year every winter since i bought the car new. The pedal fix/recall was a slap in the face to those of us who suspect it is an engine or electrical issue. It must be tested in cold…
Crash reported
ODI 11075550
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. When the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated. Approximately 3-4 seconds later, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The dealer stated that the computer caused the failure and they reprogrammed the computer. However, the failure continued. The contact also stated that when he depressed the brake pedal it extended to the floorboard and the…
ODI 10202081
Vehicle Speed Control
Hesitation at lower speeds with subsequent sudden lurching. Software upgrade to fix this"known"problem by the dealership didn't fix it -- still a problem. I feel that this car is unsafe as i have already had an incident were, instead of accelerating, it appeared to coast while i attempting to cross oncoming traffic to make a left-hand turn. Normally there was plenty of time, but oncoming traffic came uncomfortably…
ODI 10186243
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. The contact stated that the computer that controls the transmission prevents the vehicle from moving when the accelerator is depressed. Occasionally, the vehicle surges to high speeds when the accelerator pedal is depressed. She stated that she was almost involved in numerous crashes due to the failure. Toyota stated that they are aware of the failure and are working on a…
ODI 10196744
Vehicle Speed Control
At approx. 4:45 pm 12/14/06 while in portales nm. I was checking the traffic behind me when i had the clear to back up. Suddenly my vehicle accelerated and went into a backwards spin and stopped after it side swiped a truck which was originally parked behind it and facing in the opposite direction. *jb
Crash reported
ODI 10176372
Vehicle Speed Control
Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was accelerated to 10 mph from a stop, the engine hesitated, slowing the vehicle. The same hesitation occurred when trying to accelerate into a passing lane. The problem occurred a total of 12 times. The sales/service dealer inspected the vehicle twice and was unable to identify or correct the problem. The manufacturer was not contacted.*ak
ODI 10175205
Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
2007 toyota camry acceleration problem*cw the consumer stated while driving on a two lane section of the highway, the vehicle accelerated out of control up to 90 mph and it didn't respond to any braking effort. Even after shifting the automatic transmission into neutral, the vehicle would simply not slow down, even with both feet on the brake. Finally, the consumer decided to turn off the key. Once the key was…
ODI 10317549
Vehicle Speed Control
Toyota camry 2007 was taking several times to dealer due to hesitation upon acceleration. The manufacturer stated that it is a normal function of the 2007 camry's and it not fixable. We went to arbitration and petition for exchange or repair was denied. My wife and i have concerns about driving this car in high speed highways and not be able to accelerate enough to get into incoming traffic. We have already…
ODI 10217754
Vehicle Speed Control
I made complaints (documented)about acceleration problems since i purchased this vehicle. 2007 toyota camry xle. I do not have the recalled floor mats. Dealer said new type of transmission etc. Etc. I am 62 have a great driving record. I know when a car is not performing correctly.. *tr
ODI 10303668
Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control
When car is accelerated from dead stop, as car passes 20 mph, the car surges, hunts for gear, up shifts and downshifts wildly and sporadically, lurching and over-revving to 5,000 rpm or higher. Car cannot be safely driven. When placing car in park the car jumps forward. I am concerned about the safety of the vehicle for my family. Toyota said this issue is normal and the car has to get used to the way we drive it.…
ODI 10183265
Vehicle Speed Control
Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was stopped at red light, upon applying the accelerator pedal; the vehicle lurched forward at a speed of 75 mph without warning. The contact placed the vehicle in neutral, which caused the vehicle to jerk and stop. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the throttle sensor and throttle body needed to be replaced. After the replacement, the problem persisted.…
ODI 10171354
Engine And Engine Cooling · Vehicle Speed Control · Visibility
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle hesitated when accelerating from a stop. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who was aware of the problem but could not determine how to fix it. The contact was directed to continue to use the vehicle until the factory can determine how to remedy the problem. There were no accidents yet but there were 3 close calls. Also, the sun visors does not remain…
ODI 10169734
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. While driving 5 mph with the accelerator pedal depressed, the vehicle sporadically hesitated and jerked. The contact stated that the vehicle would occasionally stall before accelerating. The dealer stated that the failure was unrecognizable. The vehicle has not been repaired. The powertrain was unknown. The current mileage was 9,000 and failure mileage was 13.
ODI 10202101
Vehicle Speed Control
Dt*: the contact stated while making a left hand turn at 30 mph on a city street, the engine revved and the vehicle lurched forward without warning. The vehicle did not respond to brake pressure and continued acceleration. The contact depressed the push button ignition, and the vehicle slowed to a stop. A bystander alerted the contact that smoke and flames were coming from the left front tire. The contact quickly…
Fire reported
ODI 10169236
Vehicle Speed Control
The accelerator is very slow to respond to pedal action. At various times since purchasing the car new in september 2006, the car will not accelerate for 4 to 5 seconds after the pedal is pushed almost causing numerous accidents. The dealer replaced the valve body and reprogrammed the transmission, but the problem still remains. Dealer says they have done all that toyota has allowed them to do. *tr
ODI 10304277