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
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 16 |
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
Dashboard melting producing stickiness and a glare on windshield
ODI 10995748
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. While driving various speeds, there was a sun glare reflecting off the dashboard. The glare created blurry vision and an inability to see the roadway clearly. The contact also stated that the dashboard was melting and very sticky. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate…
ODI 11072743
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard melted due to heat from the sunlight. In addition, while driving at night, a glare from the dashboard would reflect onto the windshield, which distracted the contact's view. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was no recall.…
ODI 11197389
Body
Melting and sticky dash and i have not received a letter concerning this. There was a recall but i have yet to receive any information that will allow me to have it replaced
ODI 10795255
Body
Trunk leaks during heavy rainstorms. There's mildew in the trunk space, which is infiltrating the cabin and i'm breathing it in. I'm certain this happens when the vehicle is stationary, but uncertain as to whether it happens while the vehicle is in motion. Belongings that were left in the trunk have been soaked through. This occurred while the car was parked in front of my house on a public street. This has been an…
ODI 11048346
Body
I have a 2009 toyota camry , after having it for three years the sun visors fell apart they started tearing apart literally.. Then they fell off on there own . I told the toyota dealership and was told the warranty or recall had just expired i don't remember which .. Also the headliner on my vehicle started dropping just as fast as my visors , this is my first vehicle and i am very disappointed on how it's coming…
ODI 10872944
Body · Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
On my way to work and another driver just rammed his struck against my car his tired ended up on top of my car it was a hard hit and i even thought i had my seat belt i my airbags did it go off at all the impact was so hard and i would like to know why didn't my airbags deployed my question is do i have any airbags that really concerned me and would like toyota to look at my car as soon as possible in my opinion my…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10717580
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. While driving during the daytime, the sun caused the dashboard to melt and it felt sticky without warning. The contact also stated that the sun caused the melted part of the dashboard to produce a glare. The contact called the dealer who stated that there was no recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure was not remedied. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10972094
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the corral string detached from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 4/29/15*cn updated 9/28/2017*cn
ODI 10694952
Body · Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
I purchased a new 2009 toyota camry se, after owning ten toyota vehicles since 1978. I still own four today! I have never experienced anything like this issue in another car. In 2014-2015 (estimated) my entire dash board became sticky, as if i had poured oil on it. Today it releases a thick sticky residue onto the front windshield when parked in the sun. This makes the dash impossible to wipe... As towels, sponges,…
ODI 11252346
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. When the vehicle was parked on hot days, the dashboard melted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 71,000.
ODI 10744532
Body · Exterior Lighting · Unknown Or Other
Bumper to bumper traffic during rush hour; dodge truck w/trailer hitch stopped on a dime; i ran into back of truck; but then my car lunged forward on its own accord and i hit the truck a second time. I had my foot on the brake and it lunged! Car is in the shop but i still have not found out what the cost of damage will be or the time frame for repairs. It has lunged before; but i have not been in an accident before…
Crash reported
ODI 10643460
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard started to melt and contained a sticky substance. The sticky substance produced a glare that blocked the contact's visibility. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available.…
ODI 10784980
Body
2009 toyota camry se driver side top of dashboard melting making a crack about 1/16 to 1/8 of an inch. It looks like a patch on the dashboard compared to approximately the size of an adult hand. The melting area gets worst with the heat and lifting up with an uneven bump on the dashboard. Note: vehicle was not involved on any accidents 9/30/2014. *tr
ODI 10640108
Body · Visibility/Wiper
Beginning in summer 2014, the 2009 toyota camry le dashboard has gradually become very shiny. The shininess now produces a glare on the windshield and makes it difficult to see through the windshield at times. In addition, the shiny area of the dashboard has become increasingly sticky with a tacky feel to it. No commercial products have been used to clean the windshield, and car is under cover the majority of the…
ODI 10654589
Body · Exterior Lighting
Glare due to melted dashboard cause delay reaction due to poor visibility resulting in double impact. The dashboard issue looks to be a cosmetic issue but it really should be a recall as it is clearly a poor manufacturing product that when in contact with the sun turns into a shinny sticky residue that reflects the direct light right into de driver and passenger's face. Toyota should stand by their product and…
Crash reported
ODI 10653595
Body · Unknown Or Other
THE INTERIOR DASHBOARD IS MELTING
ODI 11246665
Body
The dash board is melting and one sunvisor fallen off and other one hanging ready to fall off. *tr
ODI 10632126
Body
So far, there is no accident, (i had to place a date on this form so i can submit) however, i am concerned with my melting dashboard. This is creating a sun glare on my driver's side windshield, it could cause an accident, if i cannot see out of my windshield while driving. *js
ODI 10598290
Body
I have a 2009 camry xle with the sticky dash issue! The dash is turning into a glue like substance. It also has a noticeable smell when it is hot out where the dash is letting off fumes. There is a glare which is amplified from his issue. Im not sure if the fumes are toxic but i have to keep the windows open to air it out when i 1st get in. When i purchased the car i even bought the extended warranty from toyota and…
ODI 10604576
Body · Visibility/Wiper
Dashboard is sticky and shiny. I brought the car to west kendall toyota. Advisor said he would get me a quote. The quote for me is $400 to replace the dashboard. This is not right and toyota should cover the total cost. The sheen on the dash also creates a glare on sunny days, which create a safety hazard. Toyota is avoiding a recall for the use of inferior parts. *tr
ODI 10588962
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard surface became sticky and melted. The contact had to use the visor while driving because the glare on the windshield was blocking her visibility. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
ODI 10630618
Body · Visibility/Wiper
From the start of this year i have realized that my dashboard seems to be melting. Its sticky and shiny and the shininess becomes distracting. I cant wipe it much because particles will stick to it. Toyota is stating i must pay for a new dashboard but i feel that isn't fair due to a defect with the car dashboard. I live in the us virgin islands and temperatures are always hot. I have owned a few cars and been in all…
ODI 10662575
Body
While driving s on i95 just north of ponte vedra exit between jacksonville and st. Augustine, fl a large piece of tire retread/recap came down in my lane and i had no option but to hit it going between 65-70mph causing damage to my front and rear bumpers and unknown damage underneath until it is checked out. Tire recap causes many accidents or vehicular damage with no repercussions. If i were to drop large items…
ODI 10561387
Body · Exterior Lighting
Paint is fading in areas, some areas looks like there is no paint color left at all. Headlamps have had to be restored twice in less than 4 years. Dashboard is sticky, small pieces/chunks are coming off, at times the sun shade sticks to the dashboard. *tr
ODI 10626200