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1997 Toyota Camry: Quick Overview
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1997 Toyota Camry Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 1997 |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Camry |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Sedan |
| Category | Compact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Japan |
| Manufacturing City | TOYOTA CITY |
Dimensions
| Doors | 2-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 5S-FE |
| Engine Size | - |
| Engine Cylinders | 202 |
| Transmission | - |
| Transmission Type | - |
| Transmission Speeds | - |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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What Problems Does the 1997 Toyota Camry Have?
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How long will the 1997 Toyota Camry last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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1997 Toyota Camry Prices and Market Value
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1997 Toyota Camry Cost of Ownership
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1997 Toyota Camry Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
-
City Mileage
-
Highway Mileage
-
1997 Toyota Camry Safety Rating
NHTSA
1997 Toyota Camry Recalls & Defects
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle BAR
Recall date
1999-11-01
Recall no.
99v307000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles. THE Steering Wheel SET NUT MAY NOT Have Been Sufficiently Tightened Causing Steering Vibration and Looseness.
Consequence
This CAN Result IN A Loss OF Vehicle Control.
Remedy
Dealers Will Tighten THE Steering Wheel SET Nut.
Notes
Toyota Recall Nos. X06 and Xl7.owner Notification Began November 30, 1999.owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Toyota AT 1-800-331-4331 or Lexus AT 1-800-255-3987. Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Electrical System:ignition
Recall date
1997-11-20
Recall no.
97v213000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles. DUE TO A Possible Jamming OF THE Lock PIN OF THE KEY Interlock Solenoid, IT IS Possible TO Remove THE Ignition KEY Even When THE Shift Lever OF THE Automatic Transmission IS NOT IN THE "park" Position.
Consequence
Under Such A Condition, Should A Driver Fail TO Move THE Shift Lever TO "park" Position and Also Fail TO Activate THE Parking Brake, THE Vehicle Could Roll Away Down A Slope.
Remedy
Dealers Will Replace THE KEY Interlock Solenoid.
Notes
Owner Notification IS Expected TO Begin During THE Middle OF December 1997.owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Toyota AT 1-800-331-4331.also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-800-424-9393.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist
Recall date
1997-09-17
Recall no.
97v156000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles Originally Sold or Currently Registered IN THE States OF Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Michigan,minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, NEW Hampshire, NEW York, Noth Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. A Condition CAN Occur Where Accumulated Moisture CAN Temporarily Freeze IN THE Brake Vacuum Hose IF THE Vehicle IS Used IN Extremely Cold Climates FOR AN Extended Period OF Time.
Consequence
This CAN Result IN THE Elimination OF Vacuum Assist TO THE Brakes That CAN Increase Stopping Distances and Could Lead TO A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy
Dealers Will Install A NEW Design Brake Vacuum Hose.
Notes
Owner Notification IS Expected TO Begin October 1, 1997.owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Toyota AT 1-800-331-4331.also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-800-424-9393.
Exterior Lighting:headlights
Recall date
2009-05-11
Recall no.
09e025000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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 Conform TO THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." These Lamps DO NOT Contain THE Required Amber Side Reflectors.
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 Safety Recall Began ON July 28, 2009. Owners MAY Contact Dope, Inc. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Notes
This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Produced BY THE Vehicle Manufacturer.in Order TO Determine IF Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly IS Affected BY This Noncompliance, Please Review THE List OF Model Numbers Provided TO US BY Dope, Inc.the List CAN BE Found Under "document Search" Located AT THE Bottom OF Your Screen. Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
1997 Toyota Camry Insurance
Insurance for a 1997 Toyota Camry is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 1997 Toyota Camry Compare to Other Sedan?
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Final Verdict: Is the 1997 Toyota Camry a Good Sedan?
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