2008 Toyota Camry Solara: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara: 2 recalls, 83 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #10V035000 · 2010 · 271,417 vehicles
What's wrong: 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold between September 1, 2005 and June 2, 2008 without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.
Why it matters: This does not meet the standard requirements.
The fix: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. The safety recall began on May 27, 2010.
Seats Vehicle recall #16V396000 · 2016 · 7,749 vehicles
What's wrong: The electrical wiring in the seat heaters May be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Why it matters: If damaged, the copper strand heating element May short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (26): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (12): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (11): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (4).
- Exterior lights (8): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2008 Toyota Camry Solara has 83 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 11 Camry Solara model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 79). Complaints peaked in 2014 (23 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 40,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2007 (126 complaints, 2 recalls), 2009 (1 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 27 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2008 Toyota Camry Solara problems?
Owners have filed 83 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (26), other / unknown (12), speed control / throttle (11).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.4 L, Manual 5-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2008 Toyota Camry Solara repair manual?
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