1. Toyota Camry
  2. Problems
  3. 2009
  4. Body

2009 Toyota Camry Body Problems

72
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 72 stored complaint records:

  • 6 indicate a crash
  • 2 indicate injury
  • 2 indicate fire

What owners report

  • failure mileage · 16 records
  • dashboard melting · 11 records
  • very sticky · 8 records
  • dashboard sticky · 7 records
  • diagnosed repaired · 6 records
  • dashboard melted · 6 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi16
100–150k mi14
60–100k mi12
150–400k mi6
1–30k mi5

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • October 1, 2019 · 86,000 miles

    Body

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was sticky, deteriorating, and melting. In addition, there was a glare that obscured the contact's vision while driving. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called principle toyota ([redacted], memphis, tn 38125, [redacted]) and was informed that the failure was not covered under the warranty. The vehicle was not…

    ODI 11280030

  • August 15, 2019 · 61,000 miles

    Body

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard melted and produced a sticky substance that leaked all over the cockpit. The melted liquid reflected off the windshield and produced a blinding glare. The vehicle was driven to butler toyota of macon ([redacted], macon, ga 31210, [redacted]), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The mechanics refused to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer…

    ODI 11252195

  • August 1, 2019 · 138,000 miles

    Body · Engine

    The desk is getting worst sticky and that reflect to windshield hard to see sometimes..and consuming lots of engine oil..both they issued extented warranty but i never got any mail from toyota they says they send me on older adress..but i am living this adress since 2012 and the same adress on my driving lisence since 2012.now when it came in my knowledge these problem i contact toyota but they says i just passed 10…

    ODI 11279817

  • July 31, 2019

    Body

    The dashboard of my 2009 toyota camry melts in the heat, and becomes very sticky. If touched, it also burns the hand. In addition, the glare from the sticky dash reflects in the windshield and makes it difficult to see and drive. This happens every day and makes me feel unsafe when driving.

    ODI 11240950

  • May 3, 2019

    Body · Unknown Or Other

    I have called my local toyota dealer to report a sticky, melting dashboard. I called several months ago to report this but it was stated that no recalls were out on this. I saw on the news last week about this same issue and i called again on 8/5/2019 and was told again that no recalls were out. I use a sun guard for my windshield but that only helps minimally. My dashboard has been melting for about 3 months and i…

    ODI 11242266

  • April 1, 2019 · 130,000 miles

    Body

    The dashboard is melting. The toyota dealer said they could replace it for $1500. I just recently learned that toyota has been replacing them for free, but that has ended. Were toyota owners informed of this. I do not remember getting any kind of notification about replacing melting dashboards.

    ODI 11228518

  • January 10, 2019 · 198,000 miles

    Body · Visibility/Wiper

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was melting and becoming very sticky and shiny. The glare from the sun reflected onto the dashboard, which obstructed the contact's view. In addition, while driving in the rain with the windshield wipers activated, the water remained on the windshield and the contact was unable to view the road. The contact called antioch toyota (located…

    ODI 11210880

  • January 7, 2019 · 130,000 miles

    Body

    Dashboard is melting and reflection from it causing difficulty seeing out the windshield when driving

    ODI 11240865

  • December 5, 2018

    Body

    My 2009 toyota camry's dashboard is sticky and melting. There is not a way to clean the dashboard as everything sticks.....including dust or bugs. There is also a glare that makes it challenging to drive. Toyota wont fix the problem.

    ODI 11252774

  • July 18, 2018 · 57,000 miles

    Body

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was melting and caused a glare from the sun, which obstructed the driver's view. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified and case number: 1808242592 was opened. The manufacturer also informed the contact of an unknown closed manufacturer recall for…

    ODI 11122221

  • July 9, 2018 · 49,000 miles

    Body

    Glare from dashboard when sun shines on it there is a warranty enchancement program which expires after time but this remains hazard if dashboard is not replaced

    ODI 11141052

  • January 30, 2018 · 153,772 miles

    Body · Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard melted and the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil in a week. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 153,772.

    Fire reported

    ODI 11171744

  • January 19, 2018

    Body · Unknown Or Other

    Bought my vehicle this year and noticed the dashboard melts and is so sticky. Attempted to take it off but unable to.

    ODI 11084016

  • November 10, 2017

    Body

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that there was a sticky residue and a shiny reflection, which impacted the driver's visibility. The vehicle was taken to thompson toyota ([redacted], edgewood, md 21040, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The dealer mentioned that the vehicle was included in the toyota dash melting, cracking warranty extension (lsc…

    ODI 11118916

  • September 23, 2017

    Body

    So my dashboard is reflective and sticky, i go to the toyota dealer and they say it isn't that bad, i then go 6 months later and find out my warrantee is 26 days over its expiration date.

    ODI 11083749

  • September 1, 2017 · 70,000 miles

    Body · Visibility/Wiper

    Dashboard started melting. Dashboard has become sticky, shiny and greasy. Now sunlight reflects back on windshield glass, and reduces visibility of road. On bright sunny day, sunlight reflection on windshield makes it impossible to drive without covering dashboard.

    ODI 11258719

  • August 12, 2017 · 119,700 miles

    Body · Visibility/Wiper

    I recently bought a used 2009 camry, with a melting dashboard. The car salesperson told me it's just cleaner, so of course i believed them. Although, when i got home i read all about toyota's problem with melting dashboards. I am very upset with this company's interior manufacturing. There is an intense reflection on the windshield due to the sticky dashboard. This makes it hard to see while driving.

    ODI 11015203

  • August 11, 2017 · 105,000 miles

    Body

    I have a 2009 toyota camry and realized that my dashboard is beginning to melt. There is a very sticky residue on the dashboard and it will not come off. I also have tried calling toyota but haven't gotten any where with the replacement of my dashboard. I would just like to have my dashboard replaced. It also creates a terrible glare in the day time and it obstructs your vision. At this point its a safety concern.…

    ODI 11014971

  • July 12, 2017 · 49,000 miles

    Body

    Toyota camry sticky dashboard melting dashboards turn into shiny glare dashbord. My entire dashboard has been sticky / tacky for years. I do not know why or how it got this way. It accumulates dust and grime, and i have no way to properly clean it since all towels and cleaning cloths, unless extremely wet, get caught on it, and then it accumulates fibers from the cleaning cloths.

    ODI 11073600

  • June 1, 2017 · 147,000 miles

    Body

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was melted. Toyota of louisville (6514 dixie hwy, louisville, ky 40258, [redacted]) was contacted and stated that the vehicle was too old to repair the dashboard. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000.

    ODI 11122966

  • March 25, 2017 · 87,000 miles

    Body · Exterior Lighting

    My trunk is leaking on the right side during heavy downpours. I went to get our fabric shopping bags from the trunk and they were soaked. The car is smelling musty, not great for my sinuses and asthma. Headlight seal is allowing moisture to enter or the plastic has become porous. During a recent inspection, the headlights did not pass. We paid the gas station $32 to clean and polish the headlights to pass…

    ODI 10978532

  • March 13, 2017 · 90,000 miles

    Body · Exterior Lighting

    My car was parked at work in march, 2017. The vehicle next to me was a bmw suv. About one hour and fifteen minutes later the bmw burst into flames causing fire damage to my vehicle. The insurance company for the bmw has closed the claim saying the fire was not intentional therefore they are not paying anything for my claim. My insurance company is paying for repairs to my car, however, i have to pay the deductible…

    Fire reported

    ODI 11002479

  • November 12, 2016 · 193,587 miles

    Body

    The inside board of the wagon with the sun melts becomes sticky and the light goes down and i'm scared maybe i'm scared to make a short circuit and catch fire.

    ODI 10966504

  • November 8, 2016 · 180,000 miles

    Body

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that due to the reflecting glare of the sun on the windshield, the dashboard melted and became very sticky and shiny. The contact was unable to see the road clearly due to the glare. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was…

    ODI 11231060

  • April 5, 2016 · 150,000 miles

    Body · Visibility/Wiper

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v689000 (visibility); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, while…

    ODI 10986007