2001 Toyota Camry Solara: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 53 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is air bags (21% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“My air bag light has been on, on my dash for about 2 months now. I see no recalls, but researched it. Looks like my airbags aren't working properly.”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota camry solara. While driving approximately 5 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a steel pole. The vehicle flipped over and the air bags did not deploy. The contact kicked the door open and crawled out of the vehicle. The contact sustained a lot of injuries and was transported via ambulance to the hospital. The police contacted the insurance company and filed a report. The vehicle was towed away by the insurance company. The failure mileage was 150,000. Updated 04/06/16*lj *js”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota camry solara. While at a complete stop, another vehicle crashed forcefully into the front driver side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact suffered from strained chest muscles and cracked ribs, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 2015
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“Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota camry solara. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The contact mentioned that once the vehicle was turned on, black smoke emitted from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the engine was contaminated with oil sludge. As a result, the engine had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 156,000.”Owner report · Engine · Feb 2015
“Just within the last month, I have had difficulty getting the driver seat belt to clasp. It take a few tries, but finally does. But, it doe not seem secure and I am afraid that it may become unclapsed while driving. In the past it always worked fine and the clasp seemed much more secure. I was wondering if any other driver have had a problem with this. I sincerely appreciate any help or guidance you could give me. *tr thank you. *tr”Owner report · Seat Belts · Nov 2014
“Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota camry solara. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact shifted from drive to park in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 82,557.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 2014
“Passenger was driving approx 50mph and collided with a deer with the front end of the car. Extensive front end damage, however neither the drivers or passengers airbags deployed. Car is considered a total loss. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Oct 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota solara. The contact stated that the passenger side seat belt did not retract. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis and the contact was informed that the retractor would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 56,000.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Jun 2012
“Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota solara v6. The contact stated that there was oil sludge in the engine which caused pollution and an engine fire. Whenever the vehicle was turned on black smoke emitted from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed him that the engine was contaminated with oil and it had to be replaced for $8,000. There were no recalls or warranties for the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 109,000. Updated 03/15/11*lj updated 10/12/11”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2010
“2001 toyota solara with 147000 miles. Gas pedal has a catch in it when it is all the way back, or returned. When you go to press down, it won't go down and feels like it is catching on something. It will suddenly release causing some over acceleration. Our local dealer says this is not part of the toyota recall and it will cost $35.00 to clean it up to fix. If someone would like to look at it before it's fixed let me know. *tr”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Feb 2010
When filing, owners marked a crash in 17 of these complaints and injuries in 13 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
Trouble codes owners mention
OBD-II codes that appear in NHTSA complaints about this car.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2001 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 2001 Toyota Camry Solara reliable?
NHTSA has 53 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2001 Toyota Camry Solara. The most complained-about area is air bags (21% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2001 Toyota Camry Solara problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 84,579 miles or less.
Does the 2001 Toyota Camry Solara have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning exterior lighting. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.