| Issue ID | 894464 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10437694 |
| Manufacurer | TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | CAMRY |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 03/10/11 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | On september 2011, the texture of my dashboard started changing to a shiny tacky texture, and the closer to the window the more severe it was. I must add that i take great care of my vehicle and whenever it's parked outside i use interior windshield covers to protect it from the sun and heat. In an attempt to clean it, i noticed the dashboard was disintegrating. It was coming right off and it was impossible to remove the sticky texture. Furthermore, the dashboard is so soft that it can be scrapped right off with a nail or any slightly sharp object. I've been investigating this issue, and it appears to be common on 2007 camry's and 2007 lexus' vehicles. I created a video demonstrating this defect and have posted it on youtube. It can be found by searching "toyota camry sticky dashboard" or by clicking on this link http://www. Youtube. Com/watch? V=47w3slkgvp0&feature=email *kb |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 30000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CORAL SPRINGS, FL |
| VIN pattern | 4T1BE46K07UXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Drive train type | FWD |
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