Toyota Camry XV40 (2007-2011) Questions & Answers

Havent had that problem Id contract the dealer where you got it from

The problem was water leaking from windshield which was replaced 4 years back. Rain leaked in and caused electrical shorts/problems. I took it to service, they suggested I replace windscreen which I had it done. Then they cleaned the joints/junction what ever, and no problem at present. Hopefully the windscreen seal is good and durable and will not cause same problem. Totally it cost $450 for windscreen + $550 for mechanic service an total of nearly $1000.

Hi Riff,

I did not drive a Toyota with so many kms, however what I've heard they can do 1 mil kms when serviced properly. Look, it is probably the most reliable car you can get. Thus, examine the major parts properly such as engine (sound, start, behaviour by low and high speed, acceleration), gear box, suspension... Otherwise I believe it should be a very good car.

Best,
Andrej

The dealer told me they have no problem with older models.But of course depends on previous owner.

I don't have the Camry Hybrid model I have heard from few people that hybrid batteries are too expensive and people sell their hybrid cars when their battery is due to be replaced. Thanks

Belt came off or a collapsed pulley

No it was an alternator problem, had a new one put in. The fire had damaged other things too. Cost totally $1500 to repair and get the car running again. Every mechanic we talked to, including one from Toyota, they have not seen/heard of this problem ever. All say it seems to be a fault in the alternator.

It's a 4 cylinder. Cheers!

The XV40 has a 2.4 4 cylinder, if you want a V6, I suggest to get an Aurion

Not sure though you could take it to the transmission specialist and you could find it is a simple problem such as the gearbox might just need new oil.

Hi Phil, my 2011 Camry was the same. The heat is coming from the light bulb that illuminates the shift selections.

Check Engine compression . A mechanic can do this for you. Also have him check the timing chain although they last the life of a car 250 000 is quiet high.

Other than that I would check all normal things Suspension Coolant system, belts etc. And make sure you do a Written Off report. What $ do they want.

I bought mine for $9100 with 88000 km

No Idea. I have a 2013 Camry only for 8 Mo. sorry i cannot help

Might have to first see ahonest and reliable auto electrician or the proper workshop

my 2013 Atara S have same rattling/squeaking throughout dash area and all windows.

As I have only had my Camry since Dec 2013 I am not in a position to comment.
I think the problem has been resolved in latter models, time will tell.

Hi Mark
This has happened to my 08 Camry. Definitely a design fault. Did you get any further with this?
Regards
Grant

Hi Mark，

I have a 2007 toyota camry, have exactly same problem melting dashboard.
I am living western australia, which summer time is more than warm. One day, I put my sunglass one the dash board. After I finished my work, I found my glass is melting into the dash board. If you need picture about damaged dash board just let me know. My email. [email protected].

Miles

i do not have that model of car mine is the altise

take it to your local car macanic

Interestingly, I found the original Dunlop SP300E tyres on 2010 Altise to be reasonably quiet, but not long wearing. I would suggest a wheel alignment at your local tyre shop.

Michelins or Goodyears will most likely turn your duckling into a graceful swan. I have seen this many times and then I would never fit Dunlops when given a choice. I had a Merc wandering all over the road, it felt unstable and I replaced the tyres with Goodyear and had a "new" car. Michelins have perfomed well in the past and will most likely provide a more stable, quiet and softer ride.

As with any car, it depends on the servicing history - whether it has been regularly serviced. I have heard if cases where camry engines have done more than 500,000 km without any issues. So provided its been serviced regularly, there shouldn't be any problems.

All cars suffer wear and tear / it would not be as good as a new car unless you rebuild the engine with quality parts and re do the gearbox