2009 Toyota Camry Suspension Problems
- 61
- 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 61 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- struts leaking · 26 records
- failure mileage · 13 records
- four struts · 10 records
- front struts · 10 records
- repaired failure · 9 records
- independent mechanic · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 31 |
| 1–30k mi | 13 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle started to pull to the right. Every time a turn was attempted, a popping noise was heard. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate…
ODI 11080115
Suspension
All four struts leaked on or prior to 60,000 miles and needed to be replaced. The only indication was fluid on the garage floor and the report of the car dealer.
ODI 11074950
Suspension
I was slowly backing out of my driveway when i heard a loud bang come from underneath the car on the left front. As i drove the car to my mechanic i heard a clanging noise coming from the left front. My mechanic told me that the spring around the strut had broken. I had the spring strut replaced at a cost of $350. I am the original owner and the car has 64,000 miles with all work performed at the toyota dealership,…
ODI 10980490
Air Bags · Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · Electrical System · Engine · Horn · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. While driving various speeds, the air bag warning indicator inadvertently illuminated and the horn inadvertently failed to function. In addition, when attempting to park and turning the steering wheel to the left, the vehicle veered to the right. Both rear tires made a loud noise, the engine shook violently without warning, and the water hose detached and caused water to…
ODI 10969335
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. While driving approximately 25 mph, there was a clinking noise underneath the front of the vehicle. The vehicle began to pull to the left. The contact coasted over to the side of the road and resumed driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front suspension struts spring detached. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer…
ODI 10944150
Suspension
My wife and i have a 2009 toyota camry that receives scheduled maintenance. We had 234,000 miles, mostly highway miles, when we heard a clanging sound under the hood on the passenger side. The dealership did an inspection and found that both front coil springs were broken. They both had sections broken off on the larger end. The dealership showed me both broken off coiled ends, one in each hand while i was in the…
ODI 10939836
Suspension
I noticed while driving on highways that my 09' camry with 72k miles seemed as if i didn't have good control - like it was floating all over the road, kind of like a boat. I also noticed a creaking noise coming from left front wheel well when going over road bumps at slow speed. I had recently purchased tires so i went to tire dealership for a diagnostic . To my disbelief i was informed that my front struts (left…
ODI 10811699
Suspension
Took camry in for service,has always been done by dealer.inherited car after mother passed away.mileage @ the time was 3562.service rep called 6/12/15 shocks leaking need shocks,struts& alignment .alignment done last service...dealer wants $784 to fix.car has 43000 miles of pampered driving.went on line to see if there were same complaints.they were numerous!!! From what i read toyota just ignores the obvious…
ODI 10725102
Engine · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
At intermittent times, most noticeably while braking or turning or both, warning light and sound activates. Checked just recently, no oil on dipstick. Suspect excessive oil consumption manufacturer defect on my year and model which is not being addressed by toyota.
ODI 10721224
Service Brakes · Suspension
After bringing the car to get brakes checked, we were informed that the struts needed to be replaced on the car. This car is only driven on paved roads, in a well maintained area. The car has slightly less than 48000 miles on it. Struts should last much longer on a car when the driven in the environment we live in. *tr
ODI 10643098
Suspension
I went to a local dealer to get the wheel alignment of my car done. They said i had leaking struts and showed me. I had purchased toyota extended platinum warranty. I called the toyota dealer and they said struts are considered wear and tear and are not covered. There are hundreds of posts that state that camry 2009 has a very common leaking struts problem. Toyota is choosing to ignore it as it costs money to…
ODI 10617969
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph in reverse, a loud popping noise emitted outside of the vehicle. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer three times. The rear passenger side wheel bearing was replaced; however, after the vehicle was repaired the failure persisted. The technician recently…
ODI 10604719
Suspension
Recently we had our tires rotated and the mechanic mentioned the front struts were leaking. He suggested we take it to toyota for repair. We weren?t too concerned, the car had 34,365 miles on it, well under the 36,000-warranty limit. Until recently, all we?d heard was camry seldom had a problem, and, unlike some manufacturers, toyota paid attention to quality. We thought we were just unlucky. We did some research on…
ODI 10568402
Suspension
Numerous complaints of toyota allowing substandard leaky struts that prematurely wear out under 40k miles. Causes issues with ride height, stability and control. *tr
ODI 10543640
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns 2009 toyota camary. The contact stated the driver's and passenger's front struts were leaking. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the was diagnosis was to replace the four tires with an alignment. The tires were replaced and an alignment was performed. However, the struts continued to…
ODI 10574085
Suspension
About a week ago i noticed and extremely loud rattling nose coming front the front suspension of my 2009 toyota camry. I explained the problem to my husband who has experience in car repairs. Upon inspecting my car he discovered that the front strut coil spring had broken. One complete bottom coil of the spring had sheared off and was lying inside the strut coil spring creating the loud rattle sound. By looking at…
ODI 10526321
Suspension
The front struts are already leaking on my toyota camry 2009. The vehicle has around 52,000 miles and the struts shouldn't be leaking this early in the car's life. The mechanic wants $549.00 to replace. Absurd. *tr
ODI 10523261
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the struts were leaking. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic, who stated that the struts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.
ODI 10519498
Suspension
I went to mechanic for oil change and been advised that the all struts are leaking. Front struts are in really bed shape. Total cost is about $ 1600. I did some search on google and mechanic also told me this is well known issue for 2009 camry, and advise us to contact toyota. I contacted toyota and toyota was aware about this issue. They have bulletin but no action was taken from their side. Customer service has no…
ODI 10513262
Suspension
Brought to mechanic and been advised that the front passenger side strut is leaking. Mechanic also told us he saw two other similar cases for 2009 camry, and advise us to contact toyota. Toyota was aware of the failure but no safety issue and not under warranty item. Our mechanic stated for safety, front strut coil, spring and mount should be replaced. I am sure toyota know the current issue of this design fault;…
ODI 10512401
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance when the technician advised that the rear struts were leaking and would have to be replaced. Additionally, the technician stated that the front and rear tires would have to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure…
ODI 10502638
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that he noticed there was a leak near the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the front struts needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 58,700.
ODI 10496322
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that while the vehicle inspected for an unrelated issue, the mechanic advised him that there was a leak near the passenger's side front strut. The mechanic diagnosed that the front passenger's side strut needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the leak was a normal characteristic of the vehicle and…
ODI 10499712
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that while having the tires replaced, she was notified that the struts were leaking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician verified the failure but stated that according to the manufacturer specifications the struts did not have to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the…
ODI 10495990
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, she heard a banging sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the front strut coil, coil springs, strut mount and, sway bar links would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10498113