1998 Toyota Corolla engine problems
18 complaints about engine have been filed for the 1998 Toyota Corolla, which is 6% of all its NHTSA complaints.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 18 7% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Noticed an odor/fumes inside & outside of vehicle when its started or not. Most heavy when vehicle is started. Took to dealer at least 7 different times & problem has not resolved.
Vehicle was leaking oil. Dealership found the plate for the timing gear cover was leaking. Dealership replaced gasket and timing chain tensioner. While driving 71 miles later, the cam gear pin sheared off, the vehicle died out and internal damage occurred. Dealership not willing to take responsibility.
Other problems reported for the 1998 Toyota Corolla
- Air bags 64 complaints
- Body & structure 24 complaints
- Suspension 19 complaints
- Cruise control 18 complaints
- Steering 18 complaints
- Seat belts 17 complaints
- Brakes 16 complaints
- Electrical system 16 complaints