2008 Toyota Camry Accelerator Pedal Problems
- 20
- 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 20 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- accelerator pedal · 19 records
- speed control · 9 records
- control accelerator · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 15 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. The contact stated the vehicle was turned off and in park gear when she got out of it; however, it accelerated and crashed into their garage. The vehicle did not stop moving until it hit the back wall. The vehicle also drove over the contacts leg when it accelerated. The contact did not mention if a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and repaired by the insurance…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10393814
Accelerator Pedal · Rim · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Wheels
2008 toyota camry. Consumer writes in regards to all four tires rims(wheels) rusting *tgw the consumer also stated the accelerator peal would stick at times and the brakes would lock up. *jb
ODI 10380254
Accelerator Pedal
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. The manufacturer advised the contact that his vehicle was not included in recall 10v017000 (vehicle speed control, accelerator pedal recall). The contact stated that toyota failed to inform him that his vehicle was not included in the recall prior to him contacting the manufacturer. There are no failures at this time. The current mileage was 26,071.
ODI 10331211
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. After receiving a recall notice for recall 09v388000 (vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal and having the vehicle repaired accordingly, the contact noticed that when driving at any speed, his foot occasionally slipped off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the failure could be repaired. The current…
ODI 10328797
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. When the contact attempted to engage the accelerator pedal his foot would continuously slip off of the pedal causing his foot to become stuck. Prior to the recent failure, the contact had taken the vehicle to the dealership where nhtsa campaign id number, 09v388000 service brakes, hydraulic power assist vacuum and id number 10v017000, vehicle speed control accelerator pedal…
ODI 10319987
Accelerator Pedal
I have a 2008 toyota camry. After the recall was performed, my vehicle, while sitting still, leaped forward and struck another vehicle. This was caught on video by a camera. It was reported to the police, but due to the amount of damage, no report was made. I just felt you needed to see the video. Updated 05/11/10. *jb
Crash reported
ODI 10326223
Accelerator Pedal
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. While the contact was attempting to pull into a parking space when the vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning. In order to stop the vehicle the contact had to apply extreme braking power followed by placing the vehicle into neutral. Two weeks prior the contact had recall nhtsa campaign id number: 09v388000 and 10v017000 already performed on his vehicle. The vehicle was…
ODI 10317718
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. Upon starting the vehicle and releasing the emergency brake. The vehicle would abnormally accelerate for a short distance at speeds of 15-20 mph. Within minutes, the vehicle would revert back to normal operation. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, on two separate occasions, where repairs were made to the vehicle under nhtsa campaign id numbers: 10v017000: vehicle speed…
ODI 10318145
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph, proceeding to a traffic light. When pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal the vehicle slightly surged forward in a jerking motion. The road and weather conditions were normal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was previously…
ODI 10319014
Accelerator Pedal · Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Frontal
2008 toyota camry with brake failure. Consumer states that the brakes failed while trying to stop. He states the vehicle did not seem to slow down and that the airbags did not deploy. *kb the consumer stated he noticed the abs did not activate as it was designed. When he applied the brake, he noticed a lack of pulsing . He quickly released his foot from the brake and re-applied pressure to no avail. Consequently,…
Crash reported
ODI 10323114
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. She took the vehicle to the dealer on february 6, 2010 to have the accelerator pedal reshaped and a the carpet pad modified. On february 14, 2010 while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied she heard the engine increasing in acceleration on its own and noticed that the accelerator pedal was stuck to the floor. She will take the vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10313387
Accelerator Pedal
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry hybrid. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where recall repairs were performed under nhtsa campaign id numbers: 09v388000: vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal and 10v017000: vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal. Later, while driving at 65 mph, she noticed that the accelerator pedal had fallen to the floorboard of the vehicle causing unintended acceleration. The…
ODI 10318068
Accelerator Pedal
My camry 2008 experienced a sudden acceleration this monday morning (2/1/2010). My wife was driving to her office. She saw a red light then stepped on the break pedal and the car started to slow down. It was almost 0 mph then my wife heard the engine suddenly sounded loudly and the car started to accelerate. Fortunately, the speed was already low and my wife stepped hard on the brake and the car stopped. After that,…
ODI 10306019
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry le. While driving approximately 35 mph, she tried to accelerate so that she could merge and the accelerator pedal became stuck. The speed continued to increase; although, she attempted to maneuver towards the gravel and shift into neutral until it coasted and stopped. When the vehicle stopped, she turned the ignition off. She re-started the vehicle and proceeded to drive home.…
ODI 10303146
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. Upon starting the vehicle, it abnormally accelerated. The contact swerved to avoid hitting a house and crashed down into a 4 foot embankment. The contact did not suffer any injuries. The vehicle was drivable and the was taken to her independent mechanic where the repairs were made at her expense. Eventually, she received a recall letter (nhtsa campaign id number: 10v017000:…
Crash reported
ODI 10315177
Accelerator Pedal
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving at speeds of 60 mph with the cruise control activated, the vehicle began accelerating. On a later date, he received notification of a recall and repairs were performed to the accelerator pedal by an authorized dealer (nhtsa campaign id number 10v017000: vehicle speed control accelerator pedal). The vehicle was taken back to the dealer…
ODI 10323780
Accelerator Pedal · Power Train
The throttle response has a intermittent delay, this puts the driver in hazardous jeopardy. *tr the consumer stated the accelerator pedal became stuck while driving 70 mph on the highway. The floor mat had slid forward and the edge was warped up and was on top of the accelerator pedal. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and was given hold down clips for the mat. Updated 03/04/10.*jb
ODI 10260026
Accelerator Pedal · Engine And Engine Cooling · Macpherson Strut
Copy of ltr to toyota re potential sticking accelerator pedals in his 2008 toyota camry. *kb the consumer stated the radiator exploded. The dealer stated there was a defect. Also, the front struts needed to be replaced. The consumers wife noticed when the vehicle idled, cold air replaced hot air. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the problem was identified as the water pump. *jb
ODI 10372808
Accelerator Pedal
Ltr from seeking to ensure that his letter re his 2008 toyota camry reaches the proper authorities in nhtsa reply attention joseph topham/farmville office. *tgw the consumer stated his wife was attempting to park, when all of a sudden, the vehicle lurched forward and hit another vehicle. The consumer stated have driven the vehicle many times, he noticed there was a problem with acceleration from a stand still and…
Crash reported
ODI 10324266
Accelerator Pedal
I bought a 2008 camry a few months ago and the other day my car hesitated too long when trying to pull out into traffic and it almost got me into an accident. I have read on the internet about many other people experiencing such hesitation problems with the 2007/2008 camry. I brought it into the dealership and they told me that my car is at the correct specifications and that it should be fine. I'm scared to pull…
ODI 10218661