1989 Toyota Camry
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1989 Toyota Camry. Newest first.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
The electronic control unit (ecu) for the power door lock system can fail, causing the contacts to "weld", and resulting in door lock solenoid damage, with failure of the door to lock or unlock, even under manual operation.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the door fails to open after ecu failure, vehicleoccupants would have increased difficulty exiting the vehicle in an emergency.
Remedy
Install an additional subcircuit relay control to prevent malfunction of original relays in the ecu.
Occupant release of the lap belt in a certain manner could cause the belt retractor to lock at the retracted and stowed position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Seat belts may be unusable or occupants may bediscouraged from using belts, increasing their potential for injury in anaccidental or sudden stop.
Remedy
Replace lap belt with a redesigned belt guide.
Owner complaints
113 complaints13 involved a crash4 involved a fire9 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system
The contact owns a 1989 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and his wife noticed smoke coming from under the driver's side of the hood. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that when he opened the hood, he noticed…
The contact owns a 1989 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and his wife noticed smoke coming from under the driver's side of the hood. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that when he opened the hood, he noticed that the battery had caught on fire and the fire was expanding. The contact was able to extinguish the fire with the assistance of the fire department. The vehicle was then pushed to the side of the road. There was no injury sustained. There was no police report filed. There was no fire department report filed. The contact stated that the battery was a 24 months Group 25-24 battery, made by Battery Energy Group, and purchased on February 15, 2022. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.
- Electrical system
Passengers door will mot unlock. Either by electric door lock or by pulling up the unlock botton. 1989 toyota camry recall - #92v135000 recall for latches/locks/linkages : doors : latch the electronic control unit (ecu) for the power door lock system can fail, causing the contacts to "weld", and resulting in door lock solenoid damage, with failure of the door to lock or unlock, even under manual operation.
- Engine
Got email saying 1989 toyota camry on recall list because of engine piston problems
- Unknown or other
Car stalls while either going down the street, or at a stoplight. my fear IS that I will get rear-ended. And, also embarrassing and frustrating. This has happened since I bought the car in 1989 new. It happens several times a year. It IS always when weather conditions are wet/damp. I can feel it…
Car stalls while either going down the street, or at a stoplight. my fear IS that I will get rear-ended. And, also embarrassing and frustrating. This has happened since I bought the car in 1989 new. It happens several times a year. It IS always when weather conditions are wet/damp. I can feel it start "missing" as I am driving down the city street. sometimes, I have to go to a quiet neighborhood and keep driving around and chugging around. it stops, I have to pull over and try to start it several times, and go, and it dies. Atfer I do this for about 15 minutes, then park it for about an hour or two, it will usually start, and go ok. never happens in dry weather. I think in the first year or 2 of owning it, I took it in several times. Finally they changed the "computer" or something. but, sadly this has continued to happen ever since I bought it new, and it just did it a couple days ago after a wet warm snow storm. I don't understand why my car does this. but it IS scary when I am amidst traffic, and it cut out and stalls. my car has 92,000 miles on it. I even had recent engine work, and it still acts the same way. I don't have repair invoices, but always have taken it to the toyota dealer here in billings, mt.
- Seat belts
The shoulder harness on this car moves in a track to get out of the way when the driver opens the door, and to move to the other end of the track to secure the driver when the door IS closed. it IS a dumb design. this car IS old, and despite my mechanic's best efforts, the motion to get out of…
The shoulder harness on this car moves in a track to get out of the way when the driver opens the door, and to move to the other end of the track to secure the driver when the door IS closed. it IS a dumb design. this car IS old, and despite my mechanic's best efforts, the motion to get out of the way sometimes hesitates and the driver must use his hand to move the anchor along in the track. I am concerned that someday the anchor will fail to move into position to secure the driver properly.
- Air bags · Electrical system · Vehicle speed control
I bought a 1989 toyota camry about 3 years ago from the original owner. It now has 250,000 miles on it. Since I bought the car I've had trouble with the gas pedal sticking. I did not see this year listed on the recall list. You really have to push hard on it when you put it in drive to get the car…
I bought a 1989 toyota camry about 3 years ago from the original owner. It now has 250,000 miles on it. Since I bought the car I've had trouble with the gas pedal sticking. I did not see this year listed on the recall list. You really have to push hard on it when you put it in drive to get the car to move. Was this particular year recalled? I'm also having trouble with the driver's side window power switch you have to squeeze the whole plastic piece to get it to work, and what about the airbags? I realize the car IS old but I've heard that toyota's run forever and mechanically it's been great so far (except for a little rust). Please let me know about these issues asap.......thanks. *tr
- Latches/locks/linkages · Structure › Body › Door
1989 toyota camry's driver side and passenger side power door locks stuck in locked position. unable to exit vehicle from front seats. unable to unlock front doors manually from inside vehicle. unable to unlock front doors using key from outside vehicle. safety issue along with inconvenience when entering and exiting vehicle from rear doors. *tr
- Latches/locks/linkages
Automatic locks lock down, cannot open car. *js
- Latches/locks/linkages · Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
I have a 1989 toyota camry and I noticed that there was a recall(92v135000) on the door assembly with the latches and locks well I called the dealer and they told me that the maintenance was already done on the car but now I have both back doors that wont open at all, and I believe this IS the cause of it I was wondering if the dealer can fix it again due to the same error on the vehicle. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 1989 toyota camry. The contact stated that while stopped, she was crashed into from the rear and the airbags did not deploy. The driver sustained injuries and was transported to the hospital. The vehicle was destroyed and a police report was also filed. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 120,000.
- Vehicle speed control
I have a friend that IS a lady that had a 1989 toyota camry that would refuse to use the cruise control because the gas pedal would get stuck. I tried it and sure enough it did get stuck when you had the cruise control on and you accelerated. Applying the brakes did not unstick the pedal. I…
I have a friend that IS a lady that had a 1989 toyota camry that would refuse to use the cruise control because the gas pedal would get stuck. I tried it and sure enough it did get stuck when you had the cruise control on and you accelerated. Applying the brakes did not unstick the pedal. I opened up the hood and the chain for the cruise control that pulled on the throttle would get stuck on the throttle body. I disconnected it and after that there no more problems but no cruise control. She can be reached by dialing 209-951-7423 and asking for toni. *Tr
- Latches/locks/linkages
1989 recall on toyota camry for welded door solenoid has expired? how IS this possible? So wat are we supposed to do wiith the car> it's unsafe to drive not having both doors operational! what IS the nhtsa for? What are recalls for? I guess its more iomp[ortant to reward middle class individuals who have been driving gas guzzlers than working class people trying to survive. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control · Seat belts › Front › Retractor · Structure › Body › Door · Structure › Body › Trunk lid
Dt*: the contact stated while driving the trunk lid opens, the driver side door got stuck and would not open properly, the driver seat belt would not retract and the pollution control devices are inoperable. the dealership and manufacturer were alerted however no repairs were made.
- Tires
The driver's rear tire had an air pocket on the sidewall, which was causing the vehicle to shake, making the ability to control the vehicle difficult. The consumer has taken the vehicle in for repair for a total of 3 times.
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Vehicle was equipped with automatic door locks that were stuck in the locked position. This vehicle was taken to dealer for 1992 recall concerning the same problem. Currently, all the doors were locked except the driver's side which was jimmied to gain entrance. *Ak
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Defective cruise control caused wide open throttle that led to a fatal accident. *jb updated 03/05/10 *bf updated 09/28/10 updated 9/21/2011*cw
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Consumer states vehicle was previously remedied under recall no 92v135000 for the door locks. problem has reoccurred. passenger front door lock IS fused and door can not be opened from in or outside the vehicle. consumer also states that all other door locks are now failing and only work…
Consumer states vehicle was previously remedied under recall no 92v135000 for the door locks. problem has reoccurred. passenger front door lock IS fused and door can not be opened from in or outside the vehicle. consumer also states that all other door locks are now failing and only work intermittenly.*jbthe vehicle was fixed per the recall but now all the doors are failing. Consumer feels if the doors had been properly fixed at the time of the recall they wouldn't be failing today. one of the doors IS permanently shut. consumer has no other means of transportation. *jg
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The engine head gasket failed. *Yh
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While turning a corner at 25 mph vehicle shutoff, there was no warning. consumer was almost rear ended. please provide any further information.*ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Front passenger side door power lock has completely shut itself down, door did not open at all. Took vehicle to dealer. Dealer stated the vehicle has been repaired. However, problem has reoccured, consumer contacted several dealers regarding the problem. *Ak dealer refused to fix recall campaign 92v135000 repairs stating that there IS no warranty on a recall repair. *tt
- Wheels
While driving 20-25 mph and without warning front passenger's tire fell of rim. *Ak *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
While driving at 70 mph on highway consumer stepped on brakes and there were none. in order to stop vehicle had to down shift and use hand brake. consumer has contacted dealer. please provide any further information.*ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Door locks do not work properly. sometimes when pushing unlocked button door will not unlock. rear passenger door does not lock all the time. *ak passenger side door unlock button does not work, passenger side rear door lock does not work all the time, all doors must be opened from driver side main unlock buttons for all doors. *slc
- Seat belts
The automatic seat belt restraints on this vehicle won't lock when you pull on seat belt,or shoulder restrant. I have a 2000 toyota avalon and when I pull on the when buckeled up it locks. There for I feel that the restrants are not working in the 1989 toyota camry. I called toyota 1-800-331-4331…
The automatic seat belt restraints on this vehicle won't lock when you pull on seat belt,or shoulder restrant. I have a 2000 toyota avalon and when I pull on the when buckeled up it locks. There for I feel that the restrants are not working in the 1989 toyota camry. I called toyota 1-800-331-4331 spoke to joann 7/12/01 she gave me a case # 200107120985. The gave me phone # of maroone toyota to speek to customer service person tracy montes 954-659-1804. I spoke to tracy today 7/17/01 at 07:30 , she said that there was no recall listed for my vehicle.i told her that you have my year and make listed on your site as having this defect ,she told me that you can't go by those web sites. There IS no recall for your vehicle . I told her that I would check further. I would like to know if toyota IS responsible , and should fix this defect. I must of had this problem all along , but because they were automatic didn't check it or was made aware of how to check this by the toyota dealership that sold me the vehicle. I know this I a older vehicle, but the seat belts should work. If there IS any help you can give me to have toyota make all there vehicles safe I would appreciate it .*ak
- Electrical system · Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · Structure › Body › Door
My car also has some weird electircal problems with the doors and lights.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Leaking fuel tank
Cracks in the solder joint of the fuel fill or inlet pipe in the fuel tank allows liquid fuel to leak from the tank
- Leaking fuel tank
Cracks in the solder joint of the fuel fill or inlet pipe in the fuel tank allows liquid fuel to leak from the tank.
- Throttle sticking
There is no summary currently available
- Throttle sticking
There is no summary currently available
- Stuck power door locks
There is no summary currently available
- Passive safety belt fails
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- Passive safety belt warnin
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Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10244113TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10207946POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Toyota.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
- 10197476Replacement vin plates.
- 10197473Product general information.
- 10188913TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10174891TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
- 10174890TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10152205TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10145776Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
- 10145749Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10145748Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10143953TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Replacement Certification Label and VIN Plate Criteria A replacement certification label and/or VIN plate may be requested if: ? The vehicle was in an accident and the label and/or plate is damaged or attached to a part that will be replaced during the repair. ? The label and/or plate was stolen.
- 10133649TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10131993This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
- 10131988The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10131713TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. REVISION NOTICE January 11, 2018 ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10123420TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10111390TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10111197TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
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