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2009 Toyota Camry repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (5%)

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2009 Toyota Camry electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (46%)

< $100 (35%)

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Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

100600 mi Stereo display blank, replaced under extended warranty. 
275000 mi

US $112
Replaced the Alternator 
32300 mi The audio volume knob would turn but it didn't change the volume. The buttons on the steering wheel still work so for the time being I plan on just using those. 
33000 mi Radio volume dial wouldn't change the volume. Pulled a fuse one night and a few days later the dial was working again. 
130000 mi

US $100
Battery failed 
40000 mi

US $1085
Corrosion on positive battery terminal discovered by service technician. Terminal was replaced. 
121934 mi

US $1053
Charging light came on during routine driving. Repair was not performed due to unavailability of part which is on order. Repair estimate is $1050.00 [alternator] Battery indicator light on dash came on. Dealer subsequently diagnosed alternator had to be replaced on 7/08/2022. Part arrived at dealer on 7/22/2022. Car had to be towed to the dealer since the battery was completely drained. The alternator was replaced. 

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2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sedan

187-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

46700 mi

C $600
Starter battery was bad. You have no choice but to purchase the battery from Toyota which cost $600.00. Given parts for the hybrid is expensive I will be trading in the Camry for a 2015 Subaru Impreza. 
99890 mi Hybrid battery cooling fan went out. 
152500 mi

US $500
Headlights were yellow. Replaced with OEM 
54000 mi

US $320
TPMS light came on. Testing showed 2 failed sensors and one weak. All 4 sensors were replaced. Seems normal for almost 10 years use. 
89000 mi

US $20
passenger side head light. 
90000 mi

US $340
original battery (9 years old) needed replacing. Only could use factory setup, as this is a hybrid vehicle. 
41000 mi

US $250
replaced all four tire pressure monitoring sensors as the batteries were failing after ~9 years 
110000 mi

US $290
Tire pressure sensor replaced. 

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2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sedan

158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

25000 mi

US $350
the window motor went out 

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2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sedan

158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

120000 mi

US $300
Bed Alternator -replace with new 
31000 mi

US $243
Tire pressure sensor broke after changing tires. Dealer said it was not covered under warranty because they did not sell me the new tires. 
8000 mi The standard AM/FM/CD radio would intermittently not work for 5 min. up to several hours. The radio was replaced by Toyota. 
52000 mi

US $25
Alternator needed replacement. 
46000 mi

US $850
Window regulator broke down on the driver side. 
50000 mi

US $491
battery tray corroded - replaced 
127000 mi

US $348
TPMS tire sensor defective - changed out 
35000 mi Defective A/C condensor caused frequent moldy/musty odor (replacement ordered).  
37000 mi Major repair-entire A/C coil unit in car had to be replaced. Replace under warranty following manufacturers TSB. Is much better. No mildew smell! 
7000 mi Radio had terrible tone quality. Replaced with new radio which is better, but not great. 

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2009 Toyota Camry Electrical Problems

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