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Old 02-14-2019, 11:09 AM #1
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Toyota Air Conditioner Smell Lawsuit Says Mold Builds Up | CarComplaints.com

Lots of vehicles on the list. Not sure the suit will fly as lawyers for Toyota will say customer perception is the real issue. I have experienced the chronic issue as I’ve been shopping certain Lexus models for a year and my nose works well
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That's a lot of different models. Are the HVAC units all that similar? I never had an issue with my '12 LE, but that's a small sample size.
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The consumers may win this "smelly" law suit, but many may lose when they take their vehicles in for whatever repair Toyota might happen to come up with should the courts rule in favor for the plaintiff.

If you dig around the web, you'll find one bad news story after another from people who've experienced all sorts of issues after having their air bags replaced.

Dealers are in some cases trying to charge a diagnosis fee or worse, refusing to address the issue.

I'm pretty much done with Toyota recalls. Everyone I've dealt with required multiple follow-up visits to fix problems created by the first visit along with service dept. employees shoveling manure on top of me every time I had to return. It should not be this difficult to fix something the mfg. has agreed to resolve.
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The consumers may win this "smelly" law suit, but many may lose when they take their vehicles in for whatever repair Toyota might happen to come up with should the courts rule in favor for the plaintiff.

If you dig around the web, you'll find one bad news story after another from people who've experienced all sorts of issues after having their air bags replaced.

Dealers are in some cases trying to charge a diagnosis fee or worse, refusing to address the issue.

I'm pretty much done with Toyota recalls. Everyone I've dealt with required multiple follow-up visits to fix problems created by the first visit along with service dept. employees shoveling manure on top of me every time I had to return. It should not be this difficult to fix something the mfg. has agreed to resolve.
Find a better dealer and be assertive. Hate to be that guy but keep bringing it higher till someone does the right thing.

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Find a better dealer and be assertive. Hate to be that guy but keep bringing it higher till someone does the right thing.

I've used all of the dealers in my area. Same outcome each time and I did just what you said, I called Toyota Corp. That always gets it done, but why should I have to go thru this? You didn't say anything that I and others don't already know.
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The smell stems from people blasting ice cold air in humid areas then not letting fresh air or warm air through the system to dry it out.

Our 2012 Camry had the issue because my wife does not concern herself with details like how A/C works in the car. Many brands of car will have this issue due to stupidity.
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The smell stems from people blasting ice cold air in humid areas then not letting fresh air or warm air through the system to dry it out.

Our 2012 Camry had the issue because my wife does not concern herself with details like how A/C works in the car. Many brands of car will have this issue due to stupidity.
It's not like people don't know this - it's parroted in the news every Spring, in one fashion or another. Even if it doesn't help, it's not going to hurt anything.
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I've used all of the dealers in my area. Same outcome each time and I did just what you said, I called Toyota Corp. That always gets it done, but why should I have to go thru this? You didn't say anything that I and others don't already know.
Why are you expecting so much from car dealerships? Most only have a parts department because it's the law some likely wouldn't have service departments either if they could. They are a soulless entities which main goals are to maximise profits (sell sell sell). As long as toyota out sells, keeps it's dependable reputation, and remains relevant they will continue to avoid spending money on recalls.

"A new car built by my company leaves somewhere traveling at 60 mph. The rear differential locks up. The car crashes and burns with everyone trapped inside. Now, should we initiate a recall? Take the number of vehicles in the field, A, multiply by the probable rate of failure, B, multiply by the average out-of-court settlement, C. A times B times C equals X. If X is less than the cost of a recall, we don't do one."

Get it out of your head that any corporation gives a flying **** about you. The machine will march on just fine without out you and your recall service complaint where they make no money.

I sympathize with your anger but your wasting your energy.

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Why are you expecting so much from car dealerships?

Get it out of your head that any corporation gives a flying **** about you.

I sympathize with your anger but your wasting your energy.

You sound pretty much like the dealership people I've dealt with. Apply today - they have a job waiting for you.
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The smell stems from people blasting ice cold air in humid areas then not letting fresh air or warm air through the system to dry it out.

Our 2012 Camry had the issue because my wife does not concern herself with details like how A/C works in the car. Many brands of car will have this issue due to stupidity.

Yep and this is why the law suit will fail. User Error.

In most recall cases,Toyota isn't going to budge until someone dies...ie...stuck gas pedal/air bag schrapnel. I was surprised by their cracked dash recall.
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You sound pretty much like the dealership people I've dealt with. Apply today.
Bro I'm on your side don't get mad at me if you get a reality check to your incessant *****ing.

What I said sounds exactly like the dealership becauuuuuuse... It friggin true dummy. That's exactly how they think. They don't make money on recalls that's why they drag their heals.

Grow up man or don't add shit if your going to get triggered like a little snow flake by THE TRUTH. I'm not the one who ****ed you over. I'm just trying to explain it to you so you can move on with your life and worry about more important things. But **** me I guess.

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only one person in this conversation seems triggered lol


more on topic though, i've never heard of the mold build up thing-- is it because people are using the air circulation feature along with super cold ac in humid climates?

I've probably never had an issue because in summer i drive with the windows down and ac off
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only one person in this conversation seems triggered lol


more on topic though, i've never heard of the mold build up thing-- is it because people are using the air circulation feature along with super cold ac in humid climates?

I've probably never had an issue because in summer i drive with the windows down and ac off
Too busy being a knight in shining armor to read the whole thread huh? They already explained what causes it. But thanks for defending someone who attacked me for giving a honest thought out answer to their distress.
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A fix already exists within the car, dont have the ac set to the coldest setting and use the windows with ac off fan on high before stopping the car.

Again this happens in all brands. My loving wife drove one of my old vehicles to work last year for a few days while hers was in the shop. The ac smelled for a bit. Women want perfect hair, duck the heat!

Toyota will do whatever is cheapest and that is limiting the ac temp so get ready for 80s Lamborghini AC

A turbo timer type feature would be best where it runs the heat to be rid of the vapor in the system but that takes fuel and the EPA would crap a brick.
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It'd be nice if they just owned up to it.
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