| Issue ID | 1596599 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11252261 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | CAMRY HYBRID |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 01/07/19 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact called on behalf of his mom who owns a 2008 toyota camry hybrid. The contact stated that the dashboard was melting and sticky. The contact mentioned that the failure caused a glare in the driver's face, which made it difficult to drive. Toyota walnut creek (2100 n broadway, walnut creek, ca 94596, (925) 357-3700) was contacted and they stated that everyone was notified of the extended warranty for the failure. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the warranty expired last year. No further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 95000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | CONCORD, CA |
| VIN pattern | 4T1BB46K78UXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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