11 of the
221 complaints about the 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid are about the
braking system — 5% of everything
reported for this model year.
Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before
7,220 miles.
The vehicle has encountered repeated hybrid system and battery-related issues. Symptoms have included stalling, sudden loss of power, hybrid warning messages, charging/battery malfunction warnings, electrical system irregularities, and unsafe driving behavior. The exact root cause is currently UNKNOWN. However, based on the recurring issues and vehicle behavior, the concern appears related to the hybrid battery and/or associated electrical systems. The condition has affected the vehicle’s reliability and safe operation.
NHTSA complaint #11737493 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Yardley, PACrash
SERVICE BRAKES
Pulling into driveway and Stepped on brakes at less than 5 mph and whole car started shaking out of nowhere (similar feeling to when you land on the runway in a plane). Steered sharply to not hit other vehicle and hit a tree. Car was inspected less than 3 days ago.
NHTSA complaint #11734906 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Sunrise, FL
SERVICE BRAKES
Warning came on the dash board saying braking power low and a lot of the lights were orange like the anti collision and 4 others
NHTSA complaint #11722052 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Temecula, CA
SERVICE BRAKES
I parked the car to load something into the trunk. I admit I did not verify that the car was in Park, and I missed fully moving the selector all the way forward and it clicked into reverse. I turned off the car and stepped out, the car started to roll away going forwards. I was able to chase the car, hop in and stop it. No injuries or damage occurred. Cars with electronic parking brakes should apply the parking break if a door is opened, the seatbelt is unbuckled and the brake pedal is released.
NHTSA complaint #11716021 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Richboro, PACrash
SERVICE BRAKES
Iwas coming to a stop sign in a supermarket parking lot there was astreet you could either go left or right the car kept rolling across as i put my foot on the brake repeatedly as it did not stop it went up acurb hit a heavy wood fence and stopped before going down a steep embankment the cabin remained fine the back wheels remained in the street the car was totaled also the car would pull to the left once in awhile no auditory sounds went off at any time thus no safety features prevailed
NHTSA complaint #11706377 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 7,100 milesWestport, CTCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while pulling into the garage, the brake pedal was applied but failed to respond. The vehicle jerked forward with unattended acceleration and crashed into the wall. The wall of the garage was damaged due to the impact. There were no warning lights illuminated. There were no reported injuries. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but they were unable to determine the failure. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The manufacturer will be sending a special inspector to inspect the vehicle and check the EDR box. The failure mileage was approximately 7,100.
NHTSA complaint #11699434 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Morrisville, NC
SERVICE BRAKES
I am writing to report a couple of issues with my new 2025 Camry LE, which I purchased just one week ago. First, I've noticed a significant squeaking noise when I apply the brakes while reversing or parking. This is a consistent sound and is quite loud. It's look like there an issue with brake in new car Additionally, the windshield wipers are making a lot of noise. I've never experienced this with other vehicles, including my 2022 car, which has much quieter wipers. The noise from the new Camry's wipers is quite distracting.
NHTSA complaint #11679993 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Monticello, FL1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
When moving very slow in my gravel driveway, slightly rutted with grass growing in the center, the emergency braking activated hard enough to whiplash my neck locking the front left wheel. My speed was probably less the 5 MPH.
NHTSA complaint #11679276 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Seattle, WACrash
SERVICE BRAKES
While driving on May 10, 2025, with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) and Lane Trace Assist (LTA) active, my 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid unexpectedly veered off the road during a curve. I immediately applied full brake pressure, but the vehicle failed to decelerate and continued rolling 600–800 feet. The braking system, including Brake Override and Automatic Emergency Braking, did not engage as designed. After the incident, the car displayed warnings: Brake System Malfunction, Smart Stop Malfunction, Electronically Controlled Brake System Failure, and Low Brake Fluid. No warning lights appeared prior to the incident. My safety was severely at risk as the vehicle left the roadway and struck rocks and brush. Had another car or pedestrian been present, this could have caused serious injury or death. Toyota’s Product Liability Team and a contracted engineering analyst inspected the vehicle and retrieved Event Data Recorder logs showing 100% brake pedal application with inadequate deceleration. Toyota confirmed the brake master cylinder was low and the left rear caliper was leaking fluid but denied responsibility, citing system limitations. The vehicle was declared a total loss by my insurance company (Progressive) and inspected by an authorized body shop. I have extensive documentation, including Toyota’s denial letter and the diagnostic report, which are available for review. I am reporting this defect because I believe a safety-critical failure occurred and the braking system did not function as intended. The vehicle remains under insurance custody, and all records can be provided upon request.
NHTSA complaint #11671259 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 7,340 milesSeattle, WA
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH with Adaptive Cruise Control Mode and Lane Assist engaged, the vehicle misread the road signs and veered off the road despite the contact attempting to keep the vehicle in the lane. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed and rolled for 300-600 ft. and was stopped by the bushes. The messages "Smart Stop System Malfunction", "Manual Brake System Malfunction", "Electronic Control Braking System Malfunction" and "Braking Control System Malfunction" were displayed. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that three of the tires were flat, the rear driver's side wheel was bent, and there was brake fluid leaking from the vehicle. The message "Low Brake Fluid" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the contact was advised to tow the vehicle to an autobody repair shop for the repair. The vehicle was towed to the autobody shop, where the contact was provided an estimate to repair the damages. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and sent a field inspector, who diagnosed and determined that the braking system had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 7,340.
NHTSA complaint #11665887 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Birdsboro, PA
SERVICE BRAKES
1. 9/7/2024, Emergency braking activated at 65 mph while merging onto Interstate. No cars immediately in front of me. Stopped dead in travel route for about 2 minutes then restarted.(route 42 and 95 North) 2. Resulted in a near miss to several rear end collisions. 3. Will take to dealer 9/9/2024. 4. No warning or prior phantom braking.
NHTSA complaint #11613314 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.