2005 Toyota Camry Solara recalls and problems
The 2005 Toyota Camry Solara has 1 safety recall and 92 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Toyota Camry Solara vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Toyota Camry Solara recalls
Recall 11V-539: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004 avalon vehicles; 2004 and 2005 camry, camry solara, highlander, and sienna vehicles, 2006 highlander hybrid; 2004 and 2005 lexus es330 and rx330; and 2006 lexus rx400h vehicles manufactured from june 1, 2004 through march 31, 2005, equipped with the 1mz-fe or 3mz-fe engine. The amount of adhesive agent applied between the outer ring and the torsional rubber damper (Inner ring) in the crankshaft pulley may be inadequate. If the adhesive is insufficient, there is a possibility that the outer ring may become misaligned and it may not properly rotate with the inner ring, causing noise and/or illumination of the battery discharge indicator light.
Risk: In some cases, the belt for the power steering pump may become detached from the pulley which could result in a loss of power steering and a sudden increase in steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the crankshaft pulley to identify whether it was produced by the U.S. Supplier. If so, the dealer will replace the pulley with a new one at no charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during early january 2012. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
2005 Toyota Camry Solara problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 25 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | |
| Power Train | 16 | |
| Air Bags | 15 | |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Seats | 5 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Visibility | 4 | |
| Wheels | 3 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 3 |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 11
- Structure › Body — 7
- Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint — 4
- Vehicle Speed Control › Linkages — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
- Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly — 1
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 47,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2005 Toyota Camry Solara complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Toyota Camry Solara years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara: 11V-539 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara?
Owners report structure problems most often (25 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (20). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 47,000 miles.
Are Toyota recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.