1998 Toyota Camry Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 70about this part
- Share
- 12%of 600 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 56,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 70 complaints about the suspension of the 1998 Toyota Camry, 12% of the 600 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 56,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a '98 Toyota Camry le with a front-end rattling noise emanating from the suspension. When I drive off in the morning (cold) over a moderately bumpy road, its sounds like my front end was going to fall off. This rattle is definitely temperature dependent and driving me crazy. Looking at the web found the same problem also on camrys and avalons from '97-'99.”
NHTSA complaint #10221012, filed 2008-03, 90,000 miles“I notice the same issue with my Camry the noise is constant it makes a rattling noise in the front and then it also squeaks in the front. I bought it to pep boys 6 times and they can't find the problem it is a horrible noise that is very loud.”
NHTSA complaint #10384685, filed 2011-02, 56,000 miles“Front suspension makes excessive noise over bumps. The mechanics I sent it to don't know what's causing the noise. I had all the struts and springs changed but the noise persists. All the parts were from the dealer. I would like to know what I can do and if this is a safety hazard. Thank you for your help.”
NHTSA complaint #10054843, filed 2004-01, 80,000 miles“Front noise if passing over bumps. I have been told this very common to Toyota camrys for this year the dealer states the only way to get rid of the noise is to replace the front struts at cost to me.”
NHTSA complaint #10043360, filed 2003-10, 60,000 miles“1. Front spring retainer collapsed into tire and shredded tire in motion, lost control, replaced shock absorber assy' 2. Rear stabilizer bar split in half, rear wheel wobbled uncontrollably condition, temporary weld, must be replaced, part available.”
NHTSA complaint #10235443, filed 2008-07, 110,000 milesSuspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 4% |
| 2021 | 2 | 1% |
| 2020 | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 | 6 | 2% |
| 2018 | 10 | 1% |
| 2017 | 5 | 3% |
| 2016 | 4 | 2% |
| 2015 | 5 | 2% |
| 2014 | 24 | 5% |
| 2013 | 6 | 2% |
| 2012 | 16 | 3% |
| 2011 | 44 | 7% |
| 2010 | 35 | 6% |
| 2009 | 70 | 5% |
| 2008 | 35 | 4% |
| 2007 | 96 | 3% |
| 2006 | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 | 15 | 2% |
| 2004 | 20 | 3% |
| 2003 | 29 | 4% |
| 2002 | 34 | 4% |
| 2001 | 22 | 8% |
| 2000 | 28 | 6% |
| 1999 | 34 | 7% |
| 1998 | 70 | 12% |
| 1997 | 70 | 13% |
| 1996 | 28 | 7% |
| 1995 | 14 | 5% |
| 1994 | 16 | 6% |
| 1993 | 8 | 3% |
| 1992 | 9 | 2% |
| 1991 | 5 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 1% |
| 1989 | 1 | 1% |
| 1988 | 2 | 3% |
| 1987 | 1 | 2% |
| 1986 | 1 | 3% |
| 1985 | 1 | 8% |
| 1983 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 1998 Toyota Camry
121 complaintsEngine cooling
92 complaintsVehicle speed control
83 complaintsAir bags
50 complaintsTires
41 complaintsSeat belts
35 complaintsBody and structure
35 complaintsElectrical system
33 complaintsSteering
33 complaintsExterior lighting
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsFuel system
15 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Toyota Camry
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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