Why does my Toyota Camry hesitate when accelerating?

An engine that is hesitating to accelerate is most likely dealing with a fuel/air mixture that is too lean. Engine’s that are running inefficiently will begin to show signs like hesitation which will only become worse over time.

Why does my 2012 Camry shake when I accelerate?

Unbalanced or Bad Tires Unbalanced tires may feel fine at slow speeds but can develop vibration while accelerating. Check your rims and make sure that there is wheel balancing weights present. If they are not you need to get to a tire shop and have your wheels balanced.

What caused Toyota sudden acceleration?

FACT SHEET: Unintended Acceleration in Toyota Vehicles Toyota has recalled nearly eight million vehicles in the United States for two mechanical safety defects that can cause unintended acceleration: ‘sticking’ accelerator pedals and a design flaw that can cause accelerator pedals to become trapped by floor mats.

What causes acceleration hesitation?

What does it mean when your car struggles to accelerate?

Among the causes of poor acceleration are clogged fuel injectors and/or inadequate fuel pressure/volume. When an injector is clogged it can degrade the performance of the vehicle and the car may accelerate slowly or feel that it does not have enough power.

Why does my Camry shake when I accelerate?

#1 – Damaged Inner CV Joint When the inner CV joint is damaged or begins to fail, you will notice your car vibrating under hard acceleration. As it gets worse, the minor vibrations turn to violent shaking when under load. Damaged CV joints usually occur because of a tear in the joint boot.

What year Toyota Camry should you avoid?

2007 Toyota Camry The 2007 model is on the top of the list for Toyota Camry years to avoid, simply because it has the most problems. One of the most significant complaints, according to RepairPal, is issues with the automatic transmission.

When did Toyota have acceleration problems?

And why it matters for understanding our rocky relationship with today’s autonomous vehicles. In 2009, Toyota accelerator pedals began mysteriously getting stuck, at times trapping panicked drivers in out-of-control cars that tragically crashed.