Does the 1997 Toyota Camry have any recalls?

The 1997 Toyota Camry has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with exterior lighting:headlights.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1997 Toyota Camry?

685 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota Camry.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 Toyota Camry?

There are 129 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota Camry.

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1997 Toyota Camry service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications, torque values, and reference data
Electrical diagnostics with full wiring diagrams
Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
Diagnostic trouble codes and troubleshooting flow
Maintenance schedules and fluid capacities

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CE, Automatic
CE, Standard
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LE
XLE

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Maintenance & Lubrication
Specifications
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Technical Service Bulletins
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1997 Toyota Camry Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #09E02500011/05/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF

Consequence

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE S

TSB #10244113

TSB: 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 re

TSB #10214323

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

TSB #10207946

POL: 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 custom

TSB #10197473

Product general information.

TSB #10197476

Replacement vin plates.

TSB #10190453

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

TSB #10190460

Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

TSB #10188913

TSB: 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 re

Showing the 8 most recent of 129 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20100307Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reportedFire reported2 injured1 fatalities

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX. 70 MPH. ON CRUISE CONTROL. CANCEL CRUISE CONTROL WAS PUSHED. HOWEVER, THE ACCELERATOR STUCK. CAUSING THE A HEAD-ON COLLISION. THE DRIVER OF THE OTHER CAR WAS KILLED ON IMPAC

20130710Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported2 injured

1997 TOYOTA CAMRY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE WAS AT A GAS STATION, AND ALMOST PARKED, WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, AND WAS UNS

20100330Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reported2 injured

ON MARCH 13, 2007 AT APPROXIMATELY 9:30 P.M. AS I WAS EXITING A PARKING LOT AND TURNED LEFT ON PAGE STREET IN STOUGHTON, MASS. MY 1997 TOYOTA CAMRY STARTED TO ACCELERATE. THERE WAS A CAR WITH TWO OCCU

20000922Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINERCrash reported2 injured

VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL AT A RED LIGHT AND VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED, IMPACT SPEED 40-45 MPH. BOTH, DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATS COLLAPSED IN THE RECLINING POSITION, VEHICLE WAS FORCED INTO

20000922Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL AT A RED LIGHT AND VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED, IMPACT SPEED 40-45 MPH. BOTH, DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATS COLLAPSED IN THE RECLINING POSITION, VEHICLE WAS FORCED INTO

Showing the 5 most serious of 685 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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