2005 Toyota Camry XLE from North America - Comments

I bought my Toyota Camry XLE v6 on 12/08/2004. On 01/24/2005 air fuel ratio sensor is failed (1500 miles on it) and my engine is making terrible sound. Air fuel sensor causes engine damage, environmental problems, mileage issues. Toyota have sensors failure problem since 2002. Nobody is there to rescue Consumers on this issue. Every time sensor fails it will cost you $500 dollars.

Please do not buy this car.

I was thinking of getting a Malibu, what do you think of that one. I was thinking about the Camry, but when I saw what you said, I changed my mind.

I'll add another thing about Toyota and that is that the service is terrible. Everytime my Toyota needed service for warranty issues, it took a week lead time to make an appointment to get the car looked at. Then another week to install and get the part that was not in stock. I'd hate to think what would happen if this car broke down while I was out of town. 2 weeks to replace a sensor is ridiculous. The fact that a sensor took a week to obtain when it is used on a few different Toyota models with the same engine is worse than lame. That's service you'd expect from maybe a bicycle shop. My old Chevy was always fixed the same day with a new part. I thought I was buying a reliable car when I bought Toyota. Toyota quality is a scam if you ask me and what good is a car that is such a hassle to fix? All cars need work and I dread every time something goes wrong with my Toyota and that has been too many times to call this a quality vehicle.

One bad experience is not the end of the world. I don't see why anyone would have to pay a dime to fix a car under warranty - maybe you should consider finding another dealer to service your car. Go buy a budget Chevy and see how fast it depreciates before you can pay it off.

I have same problems with my 2002 Lexus ES300 (Toyota Camry engine), too.

The engine light was on (error code on Bank1), a shop checked and changed the rear Air fuel sensor. The light then off.

Next day, it's on again, the computer (ECU) generates different error code (P0420 or some similar number), now the shop told me to change the front air fuel sensor. These parts cost ridiculous numerous money ($250) but easily break down?!

This is my last Toyota vehicle!!!

Anyone know where can I get low price air fuel sensor? I want to fix then get rid asap.

Lloyd

email: lloydhong@yahoo.com.

I'm glad people are waking up to the myth of Toyota's alleged "superior build quality". In 2003 my wife and I test drove a Highlander SUV with the V-6. It was the slowest SUV we test drove, handled terribly and lurched wildly to the left (into ONCOMING traffic!!) when the brakes were applied. In addition, the interior was of EXTREMELY poor quality. This morning I read that the Highlander has been recalled (again). This time it is because the accelerator might stick on the floor "possibly causing an accident" (NO KIDDING!!). I've thanked my lucky stars we opted to buy a safe and dependable American made SUV. It now is nearing 60,000 miles with absolutely ZERO mechanical problems. It hasn't even required a brake job yet. I won't even look at another over-priced import.

Ha, a reliable American made SUV? You have nothing to do down at the Ford dealer don't you? I just drove a Corolla and the build quality was better than an 07 suburban. Can you imagine what quality the Highlander would be at if the Corolla is better than an 07 Suburban? You are one of those car owners who does not care if he can fit his fingers in between dash panels or if his doors do not shut with an affirming thud. Lets get real here!

A Corolla the ugly duckling in a flock of uglies. Great fuel economy thanks to low curb weight and tiny frictionless tires. A excellent formula for an accident as those tires do not grip well.