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Struts Toyota Camry
Bought a "Certified" Camry with 22K miles and age of 38 months. So maufacturer's warranty is gone. There is a "knocking" sound every time I travel a rough road. Had dealer look at it and he says "end caps" on front struts are bad and wants $775 to replace. Was told by manager that all 97 and 98 Camrys have this problem, there is no danger, struts are OK because there is no oil leak. They refuse to fix it. Manager said Toyota made design changes in 99 and now there are no more complaints (on 99s and up).
Q1. Is this a widespread problem with 97&98 Camrys? If so, Toyota could be forced to recall
Q2. Is this a safety problem and will it cause premature wear elsewhere?
Q3. Is it woth $775 to fix it?
Q1. Is this a widespread problem with 97&98 Camrys? If so, Toyota could be forced to recall
Q2. Is this a safety problem and will it cause premature wear elsewhere?
Q3. Is it woth $775 to fix it?
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You might check this site to see if there have been recalls or TBS (technical service bulletins) about this car..........www.alldata.com.
As for replacement costs, shop around for quality replacement parts at independent shops. There's no reason you have to go to the dealer to have new struts put in. If you have a reputable front end/alignment/tire shop in your area, they could check the car for you...maybe some place that services taxi/police fleets or actually services dealers' vehicles (not all dealers do their own alignments...many don't).
Mr. Shiftright
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I have used this dealer to ship me genuine Toyota parts at greatly reduced prices. Many shops will replace the parts if you bring them in so shop around.
This is probably more of an "annoyance" problem than a safety problem.
If you get a local mechanic replace the struts with after market ones, you will probably pay about 50% of what Toyota dealer is asking. (Toyota asked me $900 for a Camry leather steering wheel!!)