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Toyota Camry

EPA MPG: 29 mpg

RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2016 Camry is more reliable than other cars from the same model year.

The 2016 Toyota Camry has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2016 Toyota Camry owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Backup or other camera/sensors

""The backup camera is not positioned properly, it points downward. The backup camera gets wet in the rain and is blurred/foggy.""

Anonymous, TN (2016 Toyota Camry XSE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
CD player

"Intermittent connectivity issues"

Anonymous A., DE (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Display screen freezes up

"Touch screen on the radio digital display would not operate. Could use a credit card at the bottom of the screen to get a couple of functions working but not many. Searched on Amazon for a new screen. If I remember correctly it was $25. If you have a knack for this type of craft or if you are feeling confident there are several videos on how to replace the screen. Be careful to keep all of the fasteners. Also, there are several ribbon connectors between the screen and the radio. Be sure to carefully and gently release the ribbons or you could have connection difficulties. Turn on the radio and check that the screen works. A connection may have come loose. From the first molded plastic to be removed, replacing the screen and putting the last piece of molded plastic back in place was about an hour and a half. That includes cleaning everything while I had the radio out. First time I replaced a touch screen and it's still working perfectly after almost a year."

Anonymous A., NC (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"I cannot adjust clock or Bluetooth. I cannot make phone calls, but I can them. I cannot connect with my phone."

Anonymous A., CA (2016 Toyota Camry LE 3.5-L V6)

""The touchscreen doesn't work at all. The unit's buttons to do setup, change source, etc no longer work. Can't afford to replace it. Steering wheel sound system controls have not worked for over 3 years. We can't afford to fix. Not really needed to drive around.""

Anonymous A., CA (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

""The touch screen started to do preselecting stations on its own; acted like you were touching the screen, but you really were not. This lead to loosing all touch screen control and radio control. Now you have to fight to get the radio to work.""

Anonymous A., PA (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Display is only displays car drive info. Cannot change display screens."

Anonymous, TX (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
External music device interface (e.g., smart phone, MP3 player)

"The USB audio interface works intermittently. More often it doesn't recognize that a smartphone is connected and we are unable to play audio except by Bluetooth connection."

Anonymous, ID (2016 Toyota Camry XSE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

""When the touch screen started to connect on its own, this screwed up most control of the radio touch screen functions and the steering wheel radio control.""

Anonymous A., PA (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Hardware replacement

"Touch screen became loose and car was past warranty"

Anonymous, PA (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"RADIO & SCREEN BROKEN ONE DAY. REPLACED WITH OEM RADIO"

Anonymous A., SC (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Other in-car electronics problem

""The stability light lit up, warning that high-speed steering control might be lost. The car worked fine, though. Repair cost $800""

Anonymous A., ON (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"The touchscreen doesn't work/respond to touch anymore"

Anonymous, TN (2016 Toyota Camry XSE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Phone pairing (e.g., Bluetooth)

"Bluetooth can not be used because the entertainment unit's buttons don't work. It never did work properly."

Anonymous A., CA (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Sometimes I am not able to pair a new device with the in-car electronics. The already paired device remains paired but sometimes I have to try again at another time to pair an additional phone to the system. This and other problems with the system seem to be somewhat heat-related. (as in worse or more frequent during hot weather)"

Anonymous, MD (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Radio

"Radio does not display stations or plays."

Anonymous, TX (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Voice control commands

""My voice commands are often not recognized even though I have "trained" the system according to the system-provided training prompts. This is another safety problem when I am not able to activate the voice system, to make a hands-free call while driving""

Anonymous, MD (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

"Battery"

Anonymous, OR (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"water pump failed and was replaced"

Anonymous, MI (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Tire pressure sensor failed in one wheel"

Anonymous A., PA (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Window motor stopped working"

Anonymous, LA (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 3.5-L V6)

"3 door handles broke off. All on different doors. Complained to SE Toyota and they reimbursed us $350.00."

Anonymous A., FL (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

What Owners Say

Antilock braking system (ABS)

"instrument panel displayed problem symbols with the abs almost continually with few breaks for several weeks. Online research pointed to brake sensor issue requiring replacement of sensor unit. Toyota dealer replaced unit at approx. $2700.00"

Anonymous A., NY (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Calipers

"Rear caliper locked up and destroyed the break pad"

Anonymous, MN (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Regular brake failure

"Break pads and rotors needed to be replaced"

Anonymous, MN (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Rotors

"Closing in on 100,000 miles and the car started a wobble coming from the rear. After a few checks it was determined that the rear brake rotors were warped. Shop wanted $25 to put them on a lathe and turn them smooth again. OEM new was $40 so I went with new. Replaced the rotor, the pads, and the parking brake shoes. Adjusted the parking brake pads and everything works fine with no wobble. The next weekend I readjusted the parking brake and it holds the car on a hill even with a trailer with 600 pounds on it."

Anonymous A., NC (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Alignment

""The alignment gets messed up easily because the struts are getting old and need replaced. Once this is fixed, the car will be in great shape again. Aside from this issue with the struts, which is a typical and expected repair/replacement at this mileage, the car has no issues and is in fabulous order. I love it. Toyota sales people and repairmen have regularly told me this was one of the best models Toyota ever made.""

Anonymous, CT (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 3.5-L V6)
Bushings

"Pep boys inspection found the control arm w/ball joint needed to be replaced in 2 locations"

Anonymous A., FL (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
Shocks or struts

""As the car gets closer to 200,000mi, it is in need of new struts. The current/original ones are old and you can tell-- the car bounces a lot, and the alignment easily comes undone. This has caused us to have to replace the tires more often than we should have to in the last year.""

Anonymous, CT (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 3.5-L V6)
Steering linkage (includes rack and pinion)

"Mechanic told me it was the doughnut shaped linkage between the steering column and linkage going to the wheels."

Anonymous A., FL (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

Keyless entry

"The fob stopped working. I changed the battery and asked my mechanic shop to take a look and they recommended taking it to the dealer. Which I havent done."

Anonymous, (2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE Unsure)
Other electrical system problem

"Electrical problem still unresolved at this time"

Anonymous A., CT (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"AC QUIT WORKING ONE DAY. $4K FOR REPAIR JOB AT A TOYOTA DEALER, BOULDWARE TOYOTA"

Anonymous A., SC (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"flow sensor went bad. Toyota requires a completely new compressor. Dorman makes a flow sensor so that was used."

Anonymous, NJ (2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

What Owners Say

Electrical failure

"The air conditioner was blowing tepid air"

Anonymous, OH (2016 Toyota Camry XLE 3.5-L V6)

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Squeaks or rattles

"Road trash damaged undercarriage coverage. Rattles when highway driving."

Anonymous A., CA (2016 Toyota Camry LE 3.5-L V6)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Seat controls - power

""seat rotates when moving. dealer replaced the seat, but it is now loose and moves a bit when braking or accelerating.""

Anonymous, NY (2016 Toyota Camry Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"Cracking, pealing below windows on passenger side doors"

Anonymous, NY (2016 Toyota Camry LE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
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Engine Cooling
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In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
EQUIPMENT
Jun 09, 2016
An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
What should you do:
SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 16V420000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4253
AIR BAGS
Apr 14, 2016
Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Summary:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon and Camry vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015 to March 4, 2016. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the front passenger seat air bag system may have been improperly calibrated. As a result, the front passenger air bag and the front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended in certain crash scenarios. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
What should you do:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the OCS, free of charge. The recall began by May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0J.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 16V215000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 58515
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