Toyota Camry Hybrid problems and recalls by year
1,418 owner complaints since 2005, most for the 2007 (602); 20 recalls, 6 investigations.
By model year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported system |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 141 | 3 | Hybrid propulsion system |
| 2025 | 169 | 6 | Unknown or other |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 2 | Fuel system, gasoline |
| 2022 | 2 | 1 | Tires |
| 2021 | 8 | 1 | Air bags |
| 2020 | 9 | 2 | Air bags |
| 2019 | 11 | 2 | Air bags |
| 2018 | 28 | 0 | Service brakes |
| 2017 | 5 | 1 | Vehicle speed control |
| 2016 | 5 | 1 | Unknown or other |
| 2015 | 15 | 0 | Air bags |
| 2014 | 25 | 1 | Service brakes |
| 2013 | 27 | 1 | Service brakes |
| 2012 | 55 | 1 | Service brakes |
| 2011 | 23 | 2 | Service brakes |
| 2010 | 10 | 2 | Service brakes |
| 2009 | 118 | 4 | Service brakes |
| 2008 | 162 | 2 | Service brakes |
| 2007 | 602 | 3 | Service brakes |
| 2006 | 2 | 0 | Electrical system |
Years with 100+ complaints
2026 Camry Hybrid: 141 complaints
13 crashes, 10 injuries · 26V511000, 25V869000, 25V744000
| Component | Complaints | Median miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid propulsion system | 41 | 5,300 |
| Unknown or other | 26 | — |
| Power train | 19 | — |
| Seats | 19 | — |
| Electrical system | 13 | 57,000 |
| Engine | 7 | 2,500 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | — |
| Service brakes | 6 | — |
2025 Camry Hybrid: 169 complaints
17 crashes, 1 fire, 12 injuries · 26V511000, 25V869000, 25V744000, 25V595000, 25V059000, 24V548000
| Component | Complaints | Median miles |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 32 | — |
| Electrical system | 23 | 34,000 |
| Structure › Body | 21 | 9,700 |
| Visibility/wiper | 20 | 1,500 |
| Seats | 18 | 17,000 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 7,100 |
| Air bags | 10 | 30,000 |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 7,100 |
2009 Camry Hybrid: 118 complaints
10 crashes, 3 fires, 4 injuries · 15V689000, 13V014000, 12V491000, 09V388000
| Component | Complaints | Median miles |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 53 | 90,000 |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 69,300 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 15 | 116,000 |
| Engine | 11 | 120,000 |
| Unknown or other | 9 | 116,000 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 93,489 |
| Structure | 8 | 55,500 |
| Structure › Body | 8 | 91,000 |
2008 Camry Hybrid: 162 complaints
13 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries · 12V491000, 09V388000
| Component | Complaints | Median miles |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 61 | 97,000 |
| Vehicle speed control | 38 | 70,000 |
| Visibility | 17 | 54,500 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 14 | 125,403 |
| Structure | 13 | 68,000 |
| Unknown or other | 13 | 60,000 |
| Engine | 10 | 125,000 |
| Steering | 9 | 65,000 |
2007 Camry Hybrid: 602 complaints
31 crashes, 7 fires, 16 injuries · 15V689000, 12V491000, 09V388000
| Component | Complaints | Median miles |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 391 | 102,000 |
| Vehicle speed control | 155 | 93,500 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 115 | 110,050 |
| Electrical system | 46 | 100,000 |
| Engine | 30 | 120,000 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 28 | 71,000 |
| Steering | 26 | 85,000 |
| Structure | 20 | 78,000 |
20 recall campaigns since 2005
August 6, 2026 · 26V511000 · 2025–2026 · Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel; Exterior lighting › Hazard flashing warning lights › Switch; Exterior lighting › Lighting control module › Software; Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices
The instrument cluster display may fail during vehicle startup, deactivating the hazard lights, turn signals, seat belt warning system, and smart key reminder.
Remedy: Dealers will update the display software, free of charge.
December 16, 2025 · 25V869000 · 2025–2026 · Hybrid propulsion system › Inverter
A bolt inside the inverter may not have been tightened properly, causing incomplete contact at the inverter terminal.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the inverter assembly, free of charge.
February 6, 2025 · 25V059000 · 2025 · Seat belts › Rear/other › Webbing
The second-row center seat belt webbing may be damaged.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt webbing and replace the seat belt assembly if necessary, free of charge.
February 14, 2019 · 19V097000 · 2019 · Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
The fuel filler pipe may not have been properly reconnected to the fuel tank during an inspection after vehicle assembly.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filler pipe, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.
July 20, 2017 · 17V462000 · 2016 · Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
The front drive shaft may separate.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the serial number of the vehicle's drive shaft, replacing any that are affected, free of charge.
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Defect investigations
1 of 6 open.
| Investigation | Years | Opened | Subject | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DP23005 | 2012–2013 | November 22, 2023 | Brake Actuator Valve Wear | Open |
| DP22005 | 2007–2022 | January 27, 2023 | Pedestrian alert sounds | Closed |
| DP19004 | 2012–2014 | September 30, 2019 | Brake Actuator Valve Wear | Closed |
| PE14001 | 2007–2011 | January 23, 2014 | Brake Actuator malfunction | Closed |
| EA12006 | 2007–2009 | June 14, 2012 | Power Window Master Switch Fire | Closed |
| PE12002 | 2007–2009 | February 6, 2012 | Power Window Master Switch Fire | Closed |
Complaints are unverified owner reports, and a recall names a model year, not a car: for one car, decode its VIN here or look it up at NHTSA. Toyota models.
Data: NHTSA, October 17, 2026.