2010 Toyota Camry: Shifting erratically
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2010 Camry report: shifting erratically. CarComplaints.com lists 6 owner complaints, average mileage 15,150 miles.
NHTSA has 46 owner complaints for the 2010 Camry in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11442795 (filed 12/06/2021): “The contact owns a 2010 toyota camry. the contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle stalled. the transmission was slipping. there were no warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11366957 (filed 10/29/2020): “Car shaking on speed between 40-55 mph this issue appeared probably 3 years ago mean 2016 toyota dealer recommended to change transmission car wasn't hit 100.000 miles when i checked that not normal asking for any recall about transmission they said no …”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: get rid of car (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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