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2008 Toyota Camry Problems and Repairs

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Re: 2008 Camry Seat Feels Loose [kiawah] by adamw812
May 15, 2008 (6:40 pm)
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Replying to: kiawah (May 14, 2008 6:45 pm)

If you are responding to me, you are incorrect. First of all, I have under 3,000 miles. Secondly, I have had all of the wheels balanced because I switched from the standard wheels to the XLE/Hybrid Alloy Wheels. The problem has nothing to do with wheel balance. What it has to do with is a reclining mechanism that has too much play in it and was poorly designed.
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May 16, 2008 (11:25 am)
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Here's the link: brycea, "Older Camry Maintenance and Repair" #140, 15 May 2008 6:31 pm.
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Headlights on 2008 Camry Hybrid by topgun65
May 27, 2008 (8:56 am)
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I recently bought a 2008 Camry Hybrid. The right headlight is dimmer than the left headlight and also appears to be set not at the same level with the left headlight. At night, I can see the light from the left headlight shining a few feet further than the right. When I took the car to a dealership, they said it is normal and is designed as such. Does that sound legit to anyone?
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Re: Headlights on 2008 Camry Hybrid [topgun65] by 210delray
May 27, 2008 (10:45 am)
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Replying to: topgun65 (May 27, 2008 8:56 am)

Not likely; I'd try another dealer. The fact that the car is a hybrid would make no difference from any other Camry.
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Reference Post # 27 - 2008 Camry LE by dec426 by dec426
Jun 06, 2008 (10:42 am)
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Purchased new 2008 Toyota Camry LE 4 Dr Sedan during October 2007. Encountered serious transmission problems at 40MPH and 60MPH. Contacted Toyota, Torrence California and was assigned a case number with "NO FIX IS AVAILABLE."
I filed a request for arbitration under the Ct. Lemon Laws. During June 2008 Toyota
complied with the Arbitrators ruling and refunded my full purchase price.
  
Appealing to a higher authority does have merit.
 
It is, however, a shame that Toyota forced me to obtain a legal solution and that does NOT help to enhance their reputation for quality, reliability or service.
 
Buyers Beware!!
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Re: Reference Post # 27 - 2008 Camry LE by dec426 [dec426] by dezral
Jun 07, 2008 (2:07 am)
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Replying to: dec426 (Jun 06, 2008 10:42 am)

Hey dec426. I have a 2008 Camry LE like you that I purchased with 29 miles on it in November of 2007. I am having the same problem with the transmission or the computer in the car. I have had it in 2 dealerships and they told me it is a "normal characteristic of the car". What a load of crap! I am also filing for arbitration. They are suppose to call me and set up a time for an oral hearing at the dealership. Do you have any tips for me??? Did you have a lawyer present with you or did you do it your self? Did they give you a choice as to wether you got your money back or a different car? Thanks for your help!
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Re: Reference Post # 27 - 2008 Camry LE by dec426 [dezral] by dec426
Jun 07, 2008 (4:15 am)
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Replying to: dezral (Jun 07, 2008 2:07 am)

dezral: I contacted the Department of Consumer Protection and they sent me a chck list of required items. The application has to be notarized. I opted for a oral hearing without a lawyer. Have you contacted Toyota USA, Torrence Calif.? Outline the problem, Contact the Toyota Field Specialist from the State where you bought the car, and have at least 3 failed attempts from dealers for repair. Itemize all these things in the request for Arbitration required documents. A filing fee is also required. Be able to verify what you say with work orders from dealers etc.
A reliable witness that can verify your problem might help, one that has driven your vehicle and can express the problem encountered.
 
Im my opinion it is worth the effort. Hope this helps. DEC
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Re: Reference Post # 27 - 2008 Camry LE by dec426 [dec426] by dec426
Jun 07, 2008 (4:24 am)
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Replying to: dec426 (Jun 07, 2008 4:15 am)

dezral: PS: I requested a full refund vs a replacement vehicle. The arbitrator
                   takes all the statements etc and has 10 working days to render a
                   verdict. If granted, Toyota has 30 days to reply. Hope tis helps.
                   dec
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Re: Reference Post # 27 - 2008 Camry LE by dec426 [dec426] by dezral
Jun 07, 2008 (6:00 am)
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Replying to: dec426 (Jun 07, 2008 4:15 am)

dec426,
   I also contacted Toyota in Torrance, CA and they called me and told me to send the arbitration form that was in my owners manual to the address in Mount Clemens, MI. I sent all documents to them and one of their reps call me a couple of days ago and asked if I wanted an oral hearing or just send in paperwork, I opted also for the oral hearing. She said that they would call me back within a week or so and give me my appt date and time with the arbitrator. But, I didn't get a checklist like you. How do I get ahold of the "Toyota Field Specialist" in Oklahoma (where I am)? I took it to the dealership(s) a total of 3 times/5 days. The only thing they did was I took them for a test drive, they did feel/hear the vibration. They contacted Toyota, who said they couldn't do anything. I then took it to another dealership locally and they reset the memory, which didn't work. I took the back the next day, they kept it for 2 days and then also told me it was "normal". Do those count as "failed attempts", they told me it was a "normal characteristic" for these cars?? When do I pay the filiing fee and how much is it? I wasn't sure if I could use a lawyer or if I should just bring my husband and his best friend who would be my witnesses. I also didn't get anything notarized. ~~~Dezra
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Re: Reference Post # 27 - 2008 Camry LE by dec426 [dec426] by dezral
Jun 07, 2008 (6:06 am)
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Replying to: dec426 (Jun 07, 2008 4:24 am)

dec426,
   Why did you want a refund instead of a replacement? See my deal is, I traded in an 2006 Mustang for this Camry so I am upside down on it. Do you know how that would factor in on the refund? I need you to help me get all my ducks in a row so that I can win this case...I would like them to give me a Camry that does not vibrate, which apparently isn't a 4cyl LE, would they do a 6cyl or something or do you have a clue? I am sorry, I don't mean to be a pest but nobody seems to know how this process is and I am so furious that Toyota is saying its "normal" when it isn't! ~~~Dezra

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