1987 TOYOTA CAMRY

3 recalls, 70 complaints - 25 TSBs

92V135000 Sep 22, 1992
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR THE POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM CAN FAIL, CAUSING THE CONTACTS TO "WELD", AND RESULTING IN DOOR LOCK SOLENOID DAMAGE, WITH FAILURE OF THE DOOR TO LOCK OR UNLOCK, EVEN UNDER MANUAL OPERATION.
Consequence
IF THE DOOR FAILS TO OPEN AFTER ECU FAILURE, VEHICLEOCCUPANTS WOULD HAVE INCREASED DIFFICULTY EXITING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY.
Remedy
INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL SUBCIRCUIT RELAY CONTROL TO PREVENT MALFUNCTION OF ORIGINAL RELAYS IN THE ECU.
554,910 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
92V025000 Feb 28, 1992
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
LIQUID SPILLED IN THE CONSOLE AREA CAN PENETRATE TO THE HOUSING OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT FOR THE FRONT SEAT AUTOMATIC SEAT BELTS. LIQUID CONTAMINATION OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT CAN CAUSE FAILURE OF THE UNIT SIGNAL NEEDED TO ACTIVATE THE MOVEMENT OF THE MOTORIZED SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGE.
Consequence
THE MOTORIZED SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES MAY NOT MOVEPROPERLY, RESULTING IN LACK OF SAFETY BELT PROTECTION FOR SEAT OCCUPANTS OF THEFRONT SEAT, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP ORACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER TO THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT OF THE AUTOMATIC SAFETY BELT SYSTEM.
175,923 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
89V175000 Oct 18, 1989
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect Description
OCCUPANT RELEASE OF THE LAP BELT IN A CERTAIN MANNER COULD CAUSE THE BELT RETRACTOR TO LOCK AT THE RETRACTED AND STOWED POSITION.
Consequence
SEAT BELTS MAY BE UNUSABLE OR OCCUPANTS MAY BEDISCOURAGED FROM USING BELTS, INCREASING THEIR POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN ANACCIDENTAL OR SUDDEN STOP.
Remedy
REPLACE LAP BELT WITH A REDESIGNED BELT GUIDE.
408,225 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.

Complaint Statistics

70 total complaints 2 crashes 7 fires 3 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SEAT BELTS12
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY7
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING4
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY3
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP3
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD2
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE2
SEAT BELTS Dec 7, 2020
Incident date: Dec 3, 2020
THE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT ON DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT RETRACT BACK WHEN DOOR HAS BEEN CLOSED
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Mar 9, 2010
Incident date: Mar 3, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1987 TOYOTA CAMRY. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE ENGINE, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT DRIVER INTENT. SHE WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED TO CRASH INTO A NEARBY BUILDING. SHE SUSTAINED MAJOR INJURIES, INCLUDING A BROKEN RIGHT LEG, RIGHT SHOULDER AND STERN... Read more
Crash 1 injured
STRUCTURE Oct 12, 2005
Incident date: Oct 12, 1998
DT: CONTACT STATES THAT THE RUST ON THE VEHICLE IS CAUSING GAS FUMES TO COME INTO THE CAB OF VEHICLE. THE RUST IS IN THE REAR WHEEL WELLS. HE BELIEVES THE RUST WEAKENS THE STRUCTURE. DEALER WOULD OFFER NO HELP AT THEIR EXPENSE. MANUFACTURER OFFERED THE CONTACT $500.00 OFF OF A NEW VEHICLE. *AK
SEAT BELTS Apr 14, 2003
Incident date: Apr 5, 2003
THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT EXPERIENCED THE SAME DEFECT AS STATED IN RECALL 92 V 025 000. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Apr 8, 2003
Incident date: Sep 1, 2002
MY CAR KEEPS STALLING OUT. I CAN SMELL GAS MOST OF THE TIME. WE CANNOT LOCATE A LEAK - HAVE CHANGED THE FUEL FILTER, DISTRIBUTOR CAP & OXYGEN SENSOR BUT WHEN IT RAINS OR IS HUMID THE CARS STALLS UNTIL IT GETS WARM (AFTER RUNNING FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES). THIS HAPPENS WHEN YOU PRESS THE GAS PEDAL EVE... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR Dec 4, 2001
Incident date: May 16, 1996
THE DRIVER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING A RATTLE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE ACCOMPANIED BY ERRATIC SWAYING OF THE REAR END AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS SINCE MAY OF 1996. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED IN DEC2001. THE REAR TORSION BAR WAS BROKEN AT A BEND AT IT CROSSES NEAR THE EXHAUST PIPE. A REPLACEMENT BAR WAS SOUG... Read more
SEAT BELTS Jul 13, 2001
Incident date: Jul 5, 2001
BOTH THE DRIVERS SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT ARE DEFECTIVE ALONG WITH BOTH LAP BELTS THEY DO NOT LOCK UPON APPLYING THE BRAKES.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Jun 28, 2001
BRAKE LINES FROM THE FRONT TO REAR OF VEHICLE HAVE RUSTED THROUGH; CONSUMER HAVE REPLACED BRAKE LINE, AND HAD OLD LINE AVAILABLE FOR ANALYSIS. PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY May 24, 2001
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
STRUCTURE Feb 12, 2001
A LOUD CRUNCHING NOISE OCCURS WHEN DRIVING OVER DIPS OR SPEED BUMPS IN FRONT END. *AK THE DEALER ACKNOWLEDGED THE PROBLEM AND REPLACED THE STRUT TOWER SUPPORT MOUNT AT THE CONSUMER'S EXPENSE. *YH
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Oct 19, 2000
Incident date: Oct 1, 1999
DRIVER'S SIDE BELT HAS A PLASTIC HOUSING ON FEMALE SIDE THAT CAME OFF AND WITHOUT THAT ON CAN'T FASTEN BELT. CONSUMER IS NOT ABLE TO USE LAP BELT.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Oct 19, 2000
Incident date: Oct 17, 2000
SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 70 MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. DEALER/MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD Jul 19, 2000
CONSUMER WAS AT A STOP WITH ENGINE RUNNING WHEN NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM NEAR THE WINDSHIELD, AND FLAMES STARTED COMING FROM UNDERNEATH HOOD, MOSTLY TO THE LEFT OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK
Fire
SEAT BELTS Jul 17, 2000
DOOR SWITCH THAT RETRACTS SAFETY BELT LEAVES THE CONSUMER BELTED IN UNLESS THE DOOR IS SLIGHTLY OPEN, WITH THE DOOR FULLY OPEN THE SEATBELT WILL NOT RETRACT. NLM
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Jul 17, 2000
THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILED CAUSING THE LIGHTS TO TURN OFF AND ON WHILE USING THE TURN SIGNALS. NL,
SEAT BELTS Jul 13, 2000
DOOR SWITCH THAT RETRACTS SAFETY BELT LEAVES THE CONSUMER BELTED IN UNLESS THE DOOR IS SLIGHTLY OPEN, WITH THE DOOR FULLY OPEN THE SEATBELT WILL NOT RETRACT. NLM
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Jul 13, 2000
THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILED CAUSING THE LIGHTS TO TURN OFF AND ON WHILE USING THE TURN SIGNALS. NL,
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR Feb 24, 2000
Incident date: Feb 15, 2000
AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, DRIVER SMELLED BURNING RUBBER, LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD, AND SPOTTED A FIRE NEAR THE DRIVER SIDE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CATALYTIC CONVERTER HAD CLOGGED UP, CAUSING A FIRE TO START.*AK *ML
Fire
SEAT BELTS Dec 29, 1999
Incident date: Nov 12, 1998
DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT AND THE PASSENGER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DON'T WORK. WHEN GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE CONSUMER CAN HEAR THE MOTOR RUNNING, BUT THE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT WON'T GO ACROSS UNLESS THE CONSUMER PULLED THE SHOULDER BELT PART OVER THEM IN ORDER FOR THE SEAT BELT TO WORK.... Read more
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP Nov 21, 1999
Incident date: Nov 1, 1999
THE DOORS ARE STUCK LOOCKED AND IT IS A FACTORY DEFECT. THE COMPANY IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FIXING THEM BUT, ARE THEY RESPONSIBLE FOR FIXING THE HOOD LATCH CABLE THAT WAS BROKE IN THE PROCESS OF TRYINGTO GET INTO THE CAR TO FIND OUT WHY THE DOORS WOULD NOT UNLOCK. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS ARE DEFECTED AS WEL... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH Nov 21, 1999
Incident date: Nov 1, 1999
THE DOORS ARE STUCK LOOCKED AND IT IS A FACTORY DEFECT. THE COMPANY IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FIXING THEM BUT, ARE THEY RESPONSIBLE FOR FIXING THE HOOD LATCH CABLE THAT WAS BROKE IN THE PROCESS OF TRYINGTO GET INTO THE CAR TO FIND OUT WHY THE DOORS WOULD NOT UNLOCK. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS ARE DEFECTED AS WEL... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Oct 7, 1999
DRIVER'S AND THE PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLES DISINTEGRATED. AS A RESULT, SEAT BELTS WON'T PROTECT THE OCCUPANTS IN EVENT OF A CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS Jun 17, 1999
Incident date: Apr 5, 1999
WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25MPH STARTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. HAD TO USE EMERGENCY BRAKES TO STOP VEHICLE. HAD NOTICED A LOT OF BRAKE FLUID ON RIGHT HAND SIDE. HAD TAKEN PICTURES OF THE DUCT TAPE USED FOR PREVIOUS REPAIRS BY ANOTHER INDIVIDUAL BEFORE HUSBAND REPAIRE... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES Jun 1, 1999
IN THE MORNING AFTER THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN USED OR IN COLD WEATHER DURING SHORT PERIODS THE ACCELORATOR LINKAGE ON THE FOOT PEDAL STICKS REQUIRING ME TO PRESS HARD QUICKLY TO UNSTICK THE LINKAGE. AT TIMES IT WILL DO THIS WHILE TRAVELING ONLY WHEN REAL COLD AND AM AFRAID SOMETIME THAT IT WILL STICK ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION May 12, 1999
Incident date: Sep 1, 1991
IGNITION FAILURE. *YC
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR May 12, 1999
HEATER BLOWER FAILED. *YC
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE May 12, 1999
MUFFLER FAILED. *YC
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR May 12, 1999
STEERING COLUMN LOOSE. *YC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH May 12, 1999
COLD STARTER SWITCH. *YC
SEAT BELTS Mar 15, 1999
Incident date: Feb 16, 1999
AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT ASSEMBLY FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, NOTICE RECEIVED HOWEVER REPAIR NOT COMPLETED PROPERLY BY DEALERSHIP.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER Jan 5, 1999
REAR SEAT BELTS LOCK UP BEFORE THE PASSENGERS EVEN GET THEM ON, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO PULL THEM OUT TO BE FASTENED. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN. *AK
SEAT BELTS Dec 22, 1998
Incident date: Aug 12, 1998
AUTOMACTIC SEAT BELT STOPPED WORKING ON THE DRIVER'S/PASSEGER'S SIDES. WHEN CONSUMER IS GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE THE SHOULDER BELT WON'T WORK. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Dec 18, 1998
I SUSPECT THE SEAT BELTS IN CAMRY ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY BY OBSERVING THEIR BEHAVIOR - NOT DEPLOYING TO SECURE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS OCCASIONALLY.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Dec 18, 1998
I SUSPECT THE SEAT BELTS IN CAMRY ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY BY OBSERVING THEIR BEHAVIOR - NOT DEPLOYING TO SECURE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS OCCASIONALLY.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING Oct 19, 1998
Incident date: Aug 18, 1997
SHOULDER STRAPS HAVE DETERIORATED COMPLETELY AND DEALER REFUSES TO REPLACE THEM. AFTER REPORTING PROBLEM TO TOYOTA, BELT WAS REPLACED. *AK *ML
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE Oct 5, 1998
Incident date: Sep 27, 1998
WHILE STARTING UP THE VEHICLE AND WHEN PUTTING TRANSMISSION IN REVERSE AND THEN IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. UPON STARTING UP AGAIN THE VEHICLE BLEW UP, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO MELT. A FIRE BROKE OUT. FIRE DEPARTMENT PUT OUT THE FIRE, AND SAW A BIG HOLE IN THE TANK, CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK ONTO... Read more
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Oct 5, 1998
Incident date: Sep 27, 1998
WHILE STARTING UP THE VEHICLE AND WHEN PUTTING TRANSMISSION IN REVERSE AND THEN IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. UPON STARTING UP AGAIN THE VEHICLE BLEW UP, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO MELT. A FIRE BROKE OUT. FIRE DEPARTMENT PUT OUT THE FIRE, AND SAW A BIG HOLE IN THE TANK, CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK ONTO... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 30, 1998
Incident date: Oct 10, 1987
WHILE DRIVING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED, CAUSING THE FAN/HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONING TO GO OUT. SOMETIMES WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE VEHICLE LOSES ALL POWER, CAUSING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TO FAIL. .CERTAIN TIMES THE VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE WHEN THIS HAPPENS. DRIVER DO UNDERSTAND WHY THIS HAPPENS. *AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Apr 24, 1998
Incident date: Jan 1, 1997
ALL ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCKS FAILED.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Apr 2, 1998
Incident date: Jan 30, 1998
FUEL TANK LEAKING OUT WHERE THE TANK NECK AND TANK MEET.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING Mar 9, 1998
Incident date: Feb 13, 1998
SEAT BELT QUIT MOVING ALONG CHANNEL IN DOOR TRACK. DRIVER MUST CRAWL ORVER OR UNDER IT.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Mar 3, 1998
Incident date: Jan 30, 1998
WHEN FILLING UP THE FUEL TANK, FUEL LEAKS FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. FUEL ALSO LEAKS WHEN GOING UP OR DOWN HILL. THE DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Feb 24, 1998
Incident date: Nov 1, 1996
EA97008, THE DEFECTIVE INLET FILLER IN THE FUEL TANK CRACKED, ALLOWING THE FUEL TO LEAK, WHICH COULD CAUSE A FIRE. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Feb 20, 1998
Incident date: Sep 9, 1997
VEHICLE HAS HAD THREE GAS TANKS SINCE OWNERSHIP, DUE TO LEAKS.
TIRES:TREAD/BELT Feb 20, 1998
TIRE SEPARATED AND FAILED.(TOYO TIRE CORPORATION 185/70R14)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Feb 3, 1998
Incident date: Jan 31, 1998
EA97008, LEAKING FUEL TANK; WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS FILLED IT LEAKS. THE FUEL TANK ALSO LEAKS WHEN DRIVING UP OR DOWN HILL. THE DEALER IS NOT AWARE OF PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Dec 4, 1997
Incident date: Jan 1, 1997
SMELL OF RAW GAS WHENEVER GAS TANK IS MORE THAN HALF FULL. LEAK IS WHERE THE FILLER VENT PIPE ENTERS GAS TANK.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Oct 27, 1997
STARTER/IGNITION FAILS BECAUSE OF A FLYWHEEL DESIGN FLAW. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Oct 3, 1997
FUEL TANK LEAKS.
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Aug 28, 1997
Incident date: Aug 25, 1997
RECALL # 92V135000, CONSUMER STATES THAT DEALER WILL NOT HONOR RECALL WORK BECAUSE ADDITIONAL WORK IS NEEDED IN ORDER TO CORRECT RECALL, WHICH IS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL NOTICE. *AK

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EPA Fuel Economy, 1987 TOYOTA CAMRY

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 22.0 28.0 24.0 Regular $2,600
2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 23.0 31.0 26.0 Regular $2,400

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 1987 TOYOTA CAMRY

25 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT9
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL4
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS2
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL1
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR1
130000 VISIBILITY1
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)1
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
T-SB-0032-20 Rev Feb 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-SB-0304-17 Obs Apr 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
T-SB-0032-20 Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The a
PG004-97-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0304-17_Rev Jul 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE
T-SB-0304-17_Rev Jan 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89
T-SB-0304-17 Oct 27, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis
Safety Recall an Jul 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an Jul 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
TS-BO030-01 Obso Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
T-SB-0185-13 Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
T-PG007-01 May 4, 2001
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Replacement vin plates.
T-PG002-91 Jan 18, 1991
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Product general information.

NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA CAMRY

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

EA12006 Opened: Jun 14, 2012 , Closed: Feb 12, 2013
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2007
Power Window Master Switch Fire
On October 10, 2012, Toyota initiated a safety recall of approximately 2.5 million U.S. vehicles involving the following models and model years:2007-2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2008 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007-2009 RAV4, 2008-2009 Scion xB and xD, 2008-20... Read more
PE12002 Opened: Feb 6, 2012 , Closed: Jun 14, 2012
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2007
Power Window Master Switch Fire
ODI has identified certain Toyota vehicles experiencing a higher rate of fire and thermal event incidents among all Toyota vehicles that use the same power window master switch design.They include a total of approximately 1.4 million model year (MY) 2007 through 2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4 and Ya... Read more
DP06003 Opened: Sep 14, 2006 , Closed: Apr 3, 2007
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2002
ENGINE SURGING
THE PETITIONER OWNS A MY 2006 TOYOTA CAMRY WITH A 4-CYLINDER ENGINE THAT WAS PURCHASED NEW IN JANUARY 2006. THE PETITIONER ALSO PREVIOUSLY OWNED A MY 2005 CAMRY. HE ALLEGES THAT BOTH VEHICLES EXHIBITED VEHICLE ENGINE SURGING, WHICH HE DESCRIBED AS A SHORT DURATION (1 TO 2 SECOND) INCREASE IN ENGINE ... Read more
PE02079 Opened: Oct 22, 2002 , Closed: Mar 18, 2003
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1997
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
ODI'S DATA ANALYSIS FOUND THE FIRES RATES TO BE CONSISTENTLY LOW AND EVENLY DISTRIBUTED AMONG SIX MODEL YEARS AND SIX DIFFERENT ENGINE CONFIGURATIONS.ODI EXAMINED A VARIETY OF ROOT CAUSES, THOSE BEING DETONATION (RESULTING IN OIL PAN PUNCTURE FROM CONNECTING ROD), STARTER FIRES, VARIOUS FUEL RELATED... Read more
PE01024 Opened: Jul 18, 2001 , Closed: Jan 29, 2002
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1996
SUSPENSION COIL SPRING
RQ99020 Opened: Oct 6, 1999
RQ, Open , Model Year: 1995
STEERING WHEEL DETACHMENT
OBATINED RECALL 99V-307
PE97034 Opened: Jul 16, 1997 , Closed: Nov 28, 1997
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1997
IGNITION INTERLOCK FAILURE
EA97014 Opened: Jun 3, 1997 , Closed: Jul 14, 1998
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1994
STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION/DISENGAGEMENT
BY LETTER DATED JULY 8, 1998, THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED NHTSA OF IT DECISION TO INITIATE A SAFETY RECALL OF APPROXIMATELY 105,000 OF THE SUBJECT 1994 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES BUILT IN JAPAN.THIS SAFETY RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE THE ESTIMATED 218,000 SIMILAR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED STATES.NHTSA H... Read more
PE97004 Opened: Jan 29, 1997 , Closed: Jun 3, 1997
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1994
STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION/DISENGAGEMENT
FURTHER INFORMATION AND DATA ARE REQUIRED TO FULLY ASSESS THIS ISSUE.OF SPECIFIC AND IMMEDIATE CONCERN ARE MANUFACTURING/ASSEMBLY/QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES EMPLOYED TO ENSURE PROPER INSTALLATION OF THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE SAME STEERING COMPONENTS.FOR THE REASONS STATED ... Read more
PE96040 Opened: May 22, 1996 , Closed: Sep 4, 1996
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1992
ENGINE COMPARTMENT HOOD SUPPORT FAILURES
COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT THE HOD SUPPORT STRUTS FAIL CAUSING THE HOOD TO FALL ONTO OWNERS CAUSING INJURES.
EA93032 Opened: Dec 27, 1993 , Closed: Nov 30, 1994
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1990
ALLEGED BATTERY EXPLOSIONS
There is no summary currently available
PE93074 Opened: Aug 27, 1993 , Closed: Dec 27, 1993
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1990
ALLEGED BATTERY FAILURES
There is no summary currently available
EA93010 Opened: Apr 26, 1993 , Closed: Sep 29, 1993
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1987
UNDER DASH FIRES
There is no summary currently available
EA92044 Opened: Dec 18, 1992 , Closed: Jan 31, 1994
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1987
THROTTLE STICKING
There is no summary currently available
PE92088 Opened: Dec 4, 1992 , Closed: Apr 26, 1993
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1991
UNDER DASH FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE92065 Opened: Jul 16, 1992 , Closed: Dec 18, 1992
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
THROTTLE STICKING
There is no summary currently available
EA92013 Opened: May 8, 1992 , Closed: May 12, 1993
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1987
STUCK POWER DOOR LOCKS
There is no summary currently available
DP92001 Opened: Jan 6, 1992 , Closed: May 8, 1992
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1987
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK MALFUNCTION
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK MALFUNCTION
EA91027 Opened: Jun 6, 1991 , Closed: May 29, 1992
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1990
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE91042 Opened: Feb 7, 1991 , Closed: Jun 6, 1991
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1990
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
EA90028 Opened: May 29, 1990 , Closed: Feb 28, 1992
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1987
PASSIVE SAFETY BELT FAILS
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PE90027 Opened: Dec 15, 1989 , Closed: May 29, 1990
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
PASSIVE SAFETY BELT WARNIN
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PE90021 Opened: Dec 1, 1989 , Closed: Mar 21, 1990
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1983
FAILED SPEED CONTROL
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EA89020 Opened: Mar 22, 1989 , Closed: Nov 16, 1989
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1987
FRONT LAP BELT JAMS
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PE89014 Opened: Nov 18, 1988 , Closed: Mar 22, 1989
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
FRNT SEAT LAP BELT JAMMING
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PE87057 Opened: Sep 10, 1987 , Closed: Mar 30, 1988
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1983
IGNITER ASSEMBLY FAILURE
SUMMARY: TOYOTA RECOVERED SOME FAILED IGNITION CONTROL MODULES FROM THEFIELD. INVESTIGATION SHOWED THAT A SOLDER JOINT IN THE POWER TRANSISTOROF THE MODULE WAS SUBJECT TO FAILURE. BECAUSE THE PART IS AN EMISSIONRELATED COMPONENT A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN WAS CONDUCTED.THE PREDOMINANT MOD... Read more
DP86008 Opened: Apr 2, 1986 , Closed: Aug 7, 1986
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1983
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
DP85001 Opened: Sep 21, 1984 , Closed: Jan 2, 1985
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1983
SHOULDER HARNESS PROBLEM
SHOULDER HARNESS PROBLEM

TOYOTA CAMRY - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA CAMRY across all model years (1983, 2025).

149 Total Recalls
23,554 Total Complaints
28 Investigations
3,796 Reported Crashes
572 Reported Fires
200 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA CAMRY - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2025 1 197 View
2024 1 70 View
2023 2 88 View
2022 1 87 View
2021 1 194 View
2020 3 375 View
2019 6 556 View
2018 8 1,083 View
2017 3 206 View
2016 2 249 View
2015 1 362 View
2014 3 637 View
2013 2 377 View
2012 2 807 View
2011 5 780 View
2010 9 764 View
2009 10 1,611 View
2008 8 1,139 View
2007 10 3,669 View
2006 5 393 View
2005 5 905 View
2004 3 799 View
2003 1 946 View
2002 4 1,183 View
2001 4 356 View
2000 4 577 View
1999 2 661 View
1998 3 751 View
1997 4 685 View
1996 7 567 View
1995 5 373 View
1994 3 364 View
1993 2 334 View
1992 2 646 View
1991 1 186 View
1990 2 160 View
1989 3 138 View
1988 4 88 View
1987 (current) 3 70
1986 0 35 View
1985 0 19 View
1984 2 10 View
1983 2 6 View

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