2009 Toyota Camry Engine Problems
- 169
- 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 169 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- excessive consumption · 28 records
- consumption test · 17 records
- failure mileage · 11 records
- light came · 9 records
- notified failure · 7 records
- between changes · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 50 |
| 100–150k mi | 32 |
| 150–400k mi | 20 |
| 30–60k mi | 20 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
I have been dealing with this issue for over a year now. I have done the whole oil consumption test with the dealership and they said that the car had hardly burned off any oil after the 1,200 miles of driving. Yet when i drove the car for another 2,300 miles the oil pressure light comes on. So i have been carrying extra quarts of oil with my whenever the light comes on. Toyota said that i could have it tested again…
ODI 10980061
Engine
While driving the vehicle, the rubber portion of the vvt-i oil hose ruptured. This faulty part, which toyota neglected to replace with their updated all-metal line under their tsb, will eventually fail on all vehicles that have it and poses a serious risk for catastrophic engine damage, as well as the possibility of an engine oil fire under the hood due to its proximity to hot engine parts, as well as the exhaust…
ODI 10978920
Engine
Vehicle consumes 1 quart of oil each 1,200 miles while driving in city
ODI 11055972
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. While driving various speeds, the vehicle consumed an inordinate amount of oil. The contact stated that oil was deposited into the vehicle on numerous occasions in a short period of time. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,000.
ODI 10965947
Engine
Excessive burning of oil. Have had to change oil in less than 3000 miles due to oil light coming on and no oil registering on dipstick, and now no oil after just over 1000 miles of driving.
ODI 10954410
Engine
My son, driving to back to shool, was left in the road with our 2009 camry 5 seconds after the oil light came on. (excessive oil consumption issue known by toyota - august 11, 2011, toyota issued a technical service bulletin tsb to dealers) we were not aware of this problem or we would have advised him to check the oil every gas fill up to prevent problems. The car is a complete loss, but what concerns me most is…
ODI 10953793
Engine
Smell burning of oil inside car. I was driving on city street. I checked oil dipstick and no trace of oil, meaning oil extremely low. I have driven car about 2800 miles since last oil change. The recommendation is to change oil every 5000 miles per toyota owner manual. My odometer reading is 76488 miles. Toyota dealer check car last year for excessive oil consumption and said consumption is normal. I have been…
ODI 10948455
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
Engine
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
ODI 11011112
Engine
My 2009 camry se (4 cylinder) did not burn oil, leak oil or otherwise have any issue with oil until i got my oil low oil light at approximatley 130,000 miles. I immediately called the local dealership that had been the only place that had changed the oil in my car. They told me that this was a known problem, and the sudden oil consumption could be fixed if it failed a simple test. The test is to change the oil in…
ODI 10937756
Engine · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced violent shaking after being operated at 50 mph. The abs warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that they saw smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated upon inspection they saw red fluid leaking from the vehicle. The contact stated that they de-powered the vehicle and exited it immediately…
Fire reported
ODI 11003014
Engine
The car is consuming oil more than normal. Toyota knows about the issue and is refusing to repair the issue. Issue was never notified to me via mail or any other type of communication.
ODI 11020335
Engine
My 2009 toyota camry is part of the ze7- warranty enhancement program for excessive oil consumption. The primary coverage for this issue was good until october 31, 2016 and secondary cover until 150,000 miles or 10 years from the date of first use (whichever comes first). My car did not experience this issue until late november and when the car was at 149,500 miles. I contacted toyota customer service (case…
ODI 10928964
Engine
Consuming excessive oil in two-three months period. I got low oil pressure light on and off when i hit the break hard, then engine check light was on and off. I went to nearest auto store and checked engine oil. It was completely empty, i mean dry. I just couldn't believe it since toyota dealer checked oil consumption test and my car passed the test a few month ago. I was told the auto shop worker that i was lucky…
ODI 10928677
Engine
The engine oil light had come on indicating my oil was low. I had a scheduled oil change appt. At a toyota dealership in a few weeks so i checked the dipstick, which indicated the oil was low, and added two quarts. At my appointment on 11/19/16, i stated the oil issue and the service advisor started the oil consumption test. When i returned to get the results from the test on 1/2/17, it was revealed my car had…
ODI 10953685
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
Motor oil is burning excessively i have to check the oil every weekend and the dealer says is normal, i think is not normal to keep adding oil when there is no leak. Dashboard is practically melting it was reported back in may because in the summer time it gets very sticky the dealer says it will take months or a year before they could fix it. Radio has a malfunction it was replaced back in 2014 because the screen…
ODI 10925629
Engine
My 2009 toyota camry has been burning approximately 1/2 quart of oil per week since october 2016. It had 128000 miles at that time. It now has 134500 miles. I drive approximately 500 miles per week. I fear engine problems and possible seizure. I had a toyota dealership test done at 129500, but their verdict was that the oil consumption was not within the realm of needing repair. The engine used 3/4 quart of oil over…
ODI 10949603
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Failed oil consumption test x 2. Dealer stated i pay for any damage to engine, only piston rings covered. Dealer stated i pay if they damage engine during repair/recall.
ODI 10920489
Engine
I noticed my camry was low on oil. Took it into the dealership. They said there is a recall on my engine for excessive oil consumption. They verified indeed my car has an excessive oil consumption problem. Toyota dealership said they would eventually fix it but all the parts are on back order. At first they said it could take a month or two. I called back a month later, dealership said they could not tell me a date…
ODI 10924556
Engine
It consume too much engine oil. I have to add oil every other day. After 1000 miles it becomes dry . I took it to the mechanic, he said all the toyota camry 2009 have this issue, the engine needs to be replaced.
ODI 11172167
Engine
Excessive oil usage. The vehicle has no apparent leaks, but consumes massive amounts of oil. I did not have a problem with the oil consumtion until over 150,000 miles.
ODI 10923794
Engine
On 06-21-2016, we took our 2009 toyota camry se to wondries toyota in alhambra ca for the oil consumption test under the enhancement warranty (ze7). We were told by the service advisor to drive the vehicle (which had 61088 miles) for approximately 1100-1300 miles then bring it back in for the re-inspection. On 08-29-2016, we brought our camry back into the dealership with 62330 miles on it. We were told by the…
ODI 10899486
Engine · Power Train
I have a 2009 toyota camry se with 53,000 miles on it. There was a noise coming from the engine during driving . Upon inspection i found out that there was no coolant in the reservoir. I also found that there was pink powder residue on the engine near the serpentine belt where the water pump is located . Did some research on the internet and found out many other people with the cars built from 2007-2009 camrys had…
ODI 10899050
Engine
Every time i took my car to get an oil change (every 3000 miles sometimes even a little earlier), i am told my oil is low or dirty or both. This last time i took it i was told i was low two quarts of oil and i didn't even hit 3,000 miles yet. I was told next time if it was low i might have to do a complete engine flush. I decided to get a few more opinions before going forward with any work. I was told by a man at a…
ODI 10897355
Engine
Excessive oil consumption started in 2016 & it is getting worse. Adding a bottle of engine oil twice a month. My car only has 103k miles and is 2009. I bought it brand new & is in great condition. The dealership won't do anything about this issue.
ODI 11300752