NHTSA has 7,620 owner complaints and 39 recall campaigns on file for the Toyota Camry from 2008 to 2024, and the EPA has rated every one of those model years for fuel economy.
Toyota Camry problems by year
Measured as complaints per year on sale, the 2018 Camry stands out with 86 a year, ahead of the 2009 (78) and 2008 (57). The 2022 has the fewest, at 13 a year. Counting complaints per year on sale keeps older model years, which have had longer to collect complaints, comparable with newer ones; it does not adjust for how many of each were sold.
| Year | Complaints | Per year on sale | Top component | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,095 | 57 | Visibility | 8 |
| 2009 | 1,411 | 78 | Vehicle speed control | 10 |
| 2010 | 614 | 36 | Vehicle speed control | 9 |
| 2011 | 624 | 39 | Visibility/wiper | 5 |
| 2012 | 645 | 43 | Power train | 2 |
| 2013 | 301 | 21 | Power train | 2 |
| 2014 | 480 | 37 | Power train | 3 |
| 2015 | 286 | 24 | Steering | 1 |
| 2016 | 189 | 17 | Air bags | 3 |
| 2017 | 153 | 15 | Air bags | 3 |
| 2018 | 779 | 86 | Power train | 8 |
| 2019 | 411 | 51 | Power train | 7 |
| 2020 | 284 | 40 | Electrical system | 3 |
| 2021 | 165 | 27 | Air bags | 1 |
| 2022 | 65 | 13 | Air bags | 1 |
| 2023 | 66 | 16 | Electrical system | 2 |
| 2024 | 52 | 17 | Structure | 1 |
Most common Camry problems
Across all years, owners mention the vehicle speed control, power train and engine most often; vehicle speed control complaints peak in the 2009 model year.
| Component | Mentions | Peak year |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 1,059 | 2009 |
| Power train | 973 | 2018 |
| Engine | 945 | 2009 |
| Structure | 756 | 2009 |
| Air bags | 718 | 2021 |
| Service brakes | 713 | 2018 |
| Electrical system | 633 | 2009 |
| Steering | 510 | 2015 |
Toyota Camry MPG by year
The best gasoline Toyota Camry is rated 34 mpg combined by the EPA, a figure first reached by the 2018 model and matched by 2 later years.
| Year | Best gasoline | Best any version |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25 | 34 |
| 2009 | 25 | 34 |
| 2010 | 26 | 34 |
| 2011 | 26 | 33 |
| 2012 | 28 | 40 |
| 2013 | 28 | 40 |
| 2014 | 28 | 40 |
| 2015 | 28 | 40 |
| 2016 | 28 | 40 |
| 2017 | 27 | 40 |
| 2018 | 34 | 52 |
| 2019 | 34 | 52 |
| 2020 | 34 | 52 |
| 2021 | 32 | 52 |
| 2022 | 32 | 52 |
| 2023 | 32 | 52 |
| 2024 | 32 | 52 |
Toyota Camry recalls
The Toyota Camry has been covered by 39 recall campaigns for 2008–2024 models. The busiest model year is 2009, with 10 campaigns.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V028000 | January 22, 2025 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018 |
| 24V128000 | February 21, 2024 | Seats | 2023, 2024 |
| 23V865000 | December 20, 2023 | Air bags | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| 23V432000 | June 15, 2023 | Wheels | 2023 |
| 21V890000 | November 17, 2021 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2018, 2019 |
| 20V682000 | November 4, 2020 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| 20V064000 | February 6, 2020 | Engine and engine cooling | 2020 |
| 20V012000 | January 13, 2020 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018, 2019 |
| 19V567000 | August 1, 2019 | Air bags | 2019 |
| 19V503000 | June 28, 2019 | Equipment | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
Camry years with the most complaints
- 2018: 779 complaints (86 per year on sale), most about the power train.
- 2009: 1,411 complaints (78 per year on sale), most about the vehicle speed control.
- 2008: 1,095 complaints (57 per year on sale), most about the visibility.
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many of each model year were sold. More complaints per year on sale is a signal to look closer, not a verdict on a particular car.
FAQ
Which Camry years should I avoid?
We don't label model years good or bad. By NHTSA's figures, the 2018, 2009 and 2008 Camry have the most owner complaints per year on sale, and the 2022 the fewest. Whatever the year, check a specific car's recall status and history before buying.
What are the most common Camry problems?
Across 2008–2024, owners report the vehicle speed control (1,059 mentions), power train (973 mentions) and engine (945 mentions) most often to NHTSA.
How many recalls has the Toyota Camry had?
39 recall campaigns cover 2008–2024 Camry models, with 2009 the most-recalled year. Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for open recalls.
What gas mileage does the Camry get by year?
The best gasoline version ranges from 25 to 34 mpg combined across 2008–2024, first reached in 2018. The table above lists every year.