| Issue ID | 1401995 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11018679 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | CAMRY |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 15/07/17 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry. The contact stated that the dashboard melted and had a glossy finish. The glare from the sun reflected off the dashboard and resulted in poor visibility while driving. The contact received an extended warranty from the manufacturer in reference to the structure of the dashboard; however, the failure did not occur until six weeks after the deadline ended. The manufacturer declined to replace the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (kc summers auto group, 117 s 19th st, mattoon, il, 61938). The dealer agreed with the manufacturer, but stated that they would assist with whatever the manufacturer stated. The failure mileage was approximately 148,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 148000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | CHARLESTON, IL |
| VIN pattern | JTNBK46K373XXXXXX |
| 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 |
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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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