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 |
| 30–60k mi | 20 |
| 150–400k mi | 20 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
I purchased my 2009 camry le brand new in july of 2008 from toyota. During a recent routine service appointment for an oil change, one of the mechanics noted in the system that my car was excess oil in june of 2013. Toyota suggested an oil consumption test. In may of 2014 the car was brought back to toyota with approx. 85,000 miles. Toyota determined that there was a problem with my oil consumption, and the car was…
ODI 10587152
Engine
The care is burning oil at an alarming rate. So much so that the engine can fail and shut down during normal operating procedures this is dangerous, to me, my family and everyone else on the road. Toyota knows about the issues and hasn't recalled the cars to be fixed. Toyota should be held liable for any wrecks or damages caused by the know issue and should voluntary fix all vehicles with this issue. .
ODI 11123478
Engine
Upon researching the smoke coming out of the exhaust of my 2009 camry le, i found lots of online forums with owners of the camry that have been having the same issue. There are discussions of lawsuits because toyota isn't taking any responsibility. I called toyotas corporate office and they said they never heard of the issue, however just by a simple google search i found hundreds of complaints highlighting the same…
ODI 10611242
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming oil excessively. The contact vehicle was taken to the dealer several times. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 84,000. *tr
ODI 10519348
Engine
Engine overheating after a few blocks drive oil burning too fast went to the dealer before my warranty expired but no help they waited to find the problem until my warranty was expired now they don't want to fix it unless i pay $5,000 out of my pocket with 2,000 reimbursement i see no reason for this if i went in before my warranty was out. It would be greatly appreciated if someone could help me fix this problem.…
ODI 10511316
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that he heard an abnormal noise under the hood. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be inspected. The failure was located at the water pump, which was fractured and leaking fluid. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 59,834 and the current mileage was 65,096.
ODI 10510993
Engine
Toyota motor corp. Has issued service bulletin # t-sb-0094-11 dated aug. 11, 2011. This sb describes the diagnosis and repair of toyota motor cars and trucks using the 2az-fe 4 cylinder engine. These engines have a defect resulting in excessive oil consumption. Excessive oil entering the combustion chamber does not burn with the fuel air mixture. It enters the exhaust system as unburned fuel. In the exhaust system…
ODI 10490106
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that while turning the vehicle stalled. The contact stated the vehicle resumed normal function after it stalled. The contact did not take the vehicle to a local mechanic or a dealer. The failure mileage was 56,091.
ODI 10481557
Engine
Had oil changed on 6/8/12 mechanic informed there was not much oil in the engine -mlg 93235. Went to toyota-08/08/12-mlg 95739. We had added oil-1.5 qts on 08/04/12. They inspected oil level. Oil level at proper level-told to come back in 1000 mls and not to add oil. Came back on 8/30/12-oil level-found engine 2 qts low after driving 1040 mls.we were told to call customer service complaints and talked to monique.…
ODI 10499996
Engine
Vehicle burns approximately 2+ quarts of oil between changes. Oil change and maintenance is every 5,000 miles as recommended by the dealer and performed at the dealer. The car now has 56,120 miles on it. I explained it to the dealer and they are performing an oil consumption test. I have read about many complaints with this 4 cylinder engine and the burning oil problem. *tr
ODI 10548864
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph when a loud noise emitted from the engine area. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact inspected under the hood and noticed that the engine dip stick reading indicated a zero oil level. One quart of oil was dispensed into the engine however, there was an excessive oil leak which required oil to be…
ODI 10488970
Engine · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
While backing out of my garage unto the driveway and then into the street, it caused a unintended acceleration while driving in reverse, causing almost a 90 degree spin and i had to slam on the brakes for it to finally stop. This happened once on 4/18/12 and then again the exact same thing happened again on 6/8/2012. The first time it happened i thought it was something i did and then when it happened again i knew…
ODI 10462959
Engine
I purchased my car in may 2011 and within a few months, i noticed the oil burning faster than usual yet there were no leaks. This was my second camry which my first i owned for 12 years (also owned a scion so 3rd toyota car purchased) and no issues so i knew this was not normal. I would take my car in for inspection and they couldn't find any leaks and told me it was normal. Finally after years of having to get…
ODI 11003125
Electrical System · Engine
Engine operates with excessive oil usage. Consumes/loses 1 quart of oil in 700 miles as of this filing date. I went to toyota service center at 12/2011 at 82,700 miles and they said no problem - 1 quart usage per 1000 miles is normal. Also, door locks stopped working at 45,000 miles or so.
ODI 11065769
Engine
Excessive oil consumption. Purchased the vehicle in 2010, never received bulletin from 2015 and burning excessive amounts of oil since purchase.
ODI 11243277
Engine
The arms of the motor mount are defective causing the vehicle to shake heavily at a stopped position or even stall when vehicle is in reverse with the brake slightly released. My previous 1999 camry had the same issue. The dealership replaced, in august 2011, one of the arms on my 2009 camry due to cracks in the mount yet the issue is re-occurring again. *tr
ODI 10549359
Engine
I have to put a quart of oil in it every 900-1000 miles (5 quarts between changes which occur at 5k). It's not leaking (i park in same spot daily, it's being consumed in the engine, and i've recently heard of a recall and have rec'd info. At my home from toyota about a potential recall). *tr
ODI 10700902
Engine
The vehicle had a water pump leak and was replaced under warranty. I noticed the drop in the coolant level and made an appointment with the dealer. *tr
ODI 10626841
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, there was a sudden loss of engine power without warning. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine pistons needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was…
ODI 10587050