Owners have filed 93 complaints
about the 2023 Toyota Camry with NHTSA between 2022 and 2026.
The largest single group is the other & unspecified.
Across this model's run it ranks 25 of 32 worst.
The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew
an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous
ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.
The dashed ring is 50 — the national norm. Further out is worse.
Complaint volume — 7
Against the median year of the Toyota Camry. 50 means typical for this
model; 100 means roughly double.
Severity — 100
26.9% of these complaints
involved a crash, fire, injury or death, against a national rate of
9.7%.
Early failure — 100
63% of failures with a mileage on record happened under
36,000 miles, against a national rate of
29%.
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all
complaints include one.
1,000 – 9,999 miles
842.1%
10,000 – 24,999 miles
15.3%
25,000 – 49,999 miles
736.8%
50,000 – 74,999 miles
210.5%
75,000 – 99,999 miles
15.3%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
Dec 2022peak 6Aug 2026
Recalls on the 2023 Toyota Camry
A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which
the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous
enough to fix for free — however old the car is.
United States — NHTSA
24V128000
SEATS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
23V432000
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
Risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Canada — Transport Canada
Canada runs its own recall programme, and its campaigns do not
always mirror the American ones.
Recall 202411068 units in Canada
Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain vehicles, the head restraints on the second-row center and/or right seat(s) may not have been properly welded. As a result, the head restraint(s) could move or detach from a seat in a crash. Safety Risk: Head restraints that move or detach in a crash could increase the risk of an injury. Corrective Actions: Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the second-row right seatback frame.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
Woodland, WAFire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On July 10, 2026, my vehicle was parked, turned off, and unattended. The front windows were partially rolled down because the outside temperature was approximately 80°F. I had been away from the vehicle for about one hour. Approximately 20 minutes before discovering the incident, I heard fire trucks nearby but did not initially realize they were responding to my vehicle. When I returned, I discovered that the vehicle had caught fire and that the fire department had already extinguished it. I do not know what component or system failed or where the fire originated. Before parking the vehicle, I did not observe any warning lights, dashboard messages, smoke, unusual odors, overheating, electrical issues, mechanical problems, or other symptoms that would have indicated a possible fire or malfunction. Because the vehicle caught fire while parked and turned off, the incident created a serious safety risk to nearby people, surrounding vehicles, homes, and other property. Fortunately, I am not aware of anyone being inside or immediately next to the vehicle when the fire began. A fire marshal is currently investigating the incident and the cause remains unknown. The issue has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealership, manufacturer, or independent repair facility. That I am aware of. The firemarshalle said it appears to be manufactured defects. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer to my knowledge. The damaged vehicle and affected components should be available for inspection upon request, subject to the requirements of the fire investigation.
NHTSA complaint #11749802 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 30,000 milesWinter Garden, FLCrash1 injured
WHEELS
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a abnormal loud sound. The front passenger's wheel detached. The contact stated that the vehicle was uncontrolable. The contact's vehicle crashed into a highway devider and a concrete wall. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The vehicle was condemned a total loss. The contact was tranported to the local medical center. The contact sustained injuries to the top of back, the mid section of the bak and the lower section of the back. In addition, the contact had continued therapy for over a year. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000
NHTSA complaint #11737599 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 42,000 milesBloomington, CACrash1 injured
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while she was driving at approximately 75 MPH, another vehicle had rear-ended the passenger side rear bumper at approximately 80 MPH while her two kids were occupying the 2nd row seats. The contact mentioned that the other vehicle was performing car racing on the freeway, which was the reason why the impact was at high speed. No warning lights illuminated. The Air Bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sought medical attention for left arm, neck, and hip pain. The contact managed to pull over to the shoulder of the road, whereupon further inspection, the rear passenger tire was damaged during the impact. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard, where it remains for further investigation. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.
NHTSA complaint #11725898 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Daly City, CACrash
AIR BAGS
I own a 2023 Toyota Camry se and has a big crashed and the air bag didn’t explode the car is total loss is unsafe vehicle was big impact front bumper and big damage on rear too the car spins around two times the front tires exploded that cause the accident it was only 23 k miles on it
NHTSA complaint #11633576 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Daly City, CACrash
WHEELS
I own a 2023 Toyota Camry se and has a big crashed and the air bag didn’t explode the car is total loss is unsafe vehicle was big impact front bumper and big damage on rear too the car spins around two times the front tires exploded that cause the accident it was only 23 k miles on it
NHTSA complaint #11633576 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Baltimore, MDCrash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The smart stop system, the vehicle stability control system, the electrical power steering system, the blind spot monitoring system, the secondary collision brake system, and the lane keeping assistance all malfunctioned while traveling home one night. My made a really loud continuous beeping sound as I was driving the vehicle sensed it was departing its lane and the lane keeping assistance over steered left. This caused my vehicle to scrape the curb, causing cosmetic damage, mess up the wheel alignment , and crack front drivers side rim, because I physically tried to turn away to prevent any impact with the curb. I also had this vehicle stop in the middle of the road MULTIPLE TIMES DETECTING an object or obstruction was in the road when nothing was there! This almost caused rear end collisions multiple times when it happened. I actually turned this feature down to the lowest possible setting to prevent it from happening. If you are asking is it available for inspection by me it is not. This vehicle had an extremely high monthly car note. Once I took it to the dealership for inspection, they were not willing to honor my new car warranty. Even though I brought this car with 10 miles on the odometer. The dealership was negligent, & as was Toyota corporation. when I called to have it inspected and got their upper management involved. They sent out a 3rd party inspector to look at my car at Jerry’s Toyota inc, located in Baltimore Maryland where it was purchased. Upon inspection nothing was said or noted at all about any of the malfunctioned systems to my vehicle, they used it having exterior damage from impacting the curb to say, the problem was my fault & to get insurance to fix it because it’s not their problem. Yes my safety and other safety were put at risk because of this vehicle. Yes it was inspected by a 3rd party inspector Toyota hired to look at the vehicle. It has since been repossessed because I could not drive it safely. No their were no warning lamps prior
NHTSA complaint #11620281 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
Ocala, FL
STRUCTURE:BODY
paint has peeled in 2 sections on my driver's side door. Toyota states it is not under warranty and cannot assist.
NHTSA complaint #11756975 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Ocala, FL
STRUCTURE:BODY
paint has peeled in 2 sections on my driver's side door. Toyota states it is not under warranty and cannot assist.
NHTSA complaint #11756977 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Summerville, SC
POWER TRAIN
My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a normal or safe operating procedure. The problem occurs intermittently and has happened multiple times. I believe there may be a defect involving the ignition key release system, shift interlock, park position switch, or a related electrical component. This condition could leave drivers stranded or unable to secure their vehicle and creates a potential safety concern. I am submitting this complaint so the issue can be investigated and to determine whether other 2023 Toyota Camry owners are experiencing the same problem.
NHTSA complaint #11752230 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Summerville, SC
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a normal or safe operating procedure. The problem occurs intermittently and has happened multiple times. I believe there may be a defect involving the ignition key release system, shift interlock, park position switch, or a related electrical component. This condition could leave drivers stranded or unable to secure their vehicle and creates a potential safety concern. I am submitting this complaint so the issue can be investigated and to determine whether other 2023 Toyota Camry owners are experiencing the same problem.
NHTSA complaint #11752230 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Summerville, SC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a normal or safe operating procedure. The problem occurs intermittently and has happened multiple times. I believe there may be a defect involving the ignition key release system, shift interlock, park position switch, or a related electrical component. This condition could leave drivers stranded or unable to secure their vehicle and creates a potential safety concern. I am submitting this complaint so the issue can be investigated and to determine whether other 2023 Toyota Camry owners are experiencing the same problem.
NHTSA complaint #11752230 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Woodland, WAFire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On July 10, 2026, my vehicle was parked, turned off, and unattended. The front windows were partially rolled down because the outside temperature was approximately 80°F. I had been away from the vehicle for about one hour. Approximately 20 minutes before discovering the incident, I heard fire trucks nearby but did not initially realize they were responding to my vehicle. When I returned, I discovered that the vehicle had caught fire and that the fire department had already extinguished it. I do not know what component or system failed or where the fire originated. Before parking the vehicle, I did not observe any warning lights, dashboard messages, smoke, unusual odors, overheating, electrical issues, mechanical problems, or other symptoms that would have indicated a possible fire or malfunction. Because the vehicle caught fire while parked and turned off, the incident created a serious safety risk to nearby people, surrounding vehicles, homes, and other property. Fortunately, I am not aware of anyone being inside or immediately next to the vehicle when the fire began. A fire marshal is currently investigating the incident and the cause remains unknown. The issue has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealership, manufacturer, or independent repair facility. That I am aware of. The firemarshalle said it appears to be manufactured defects. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer to my knowledge. The damaged vehicle and affected components should be available for inspection upon request, subject to the requirements of the fire investigation.
NHTSA complaint #11749802 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Ann Arbor, MI
STRUCTURE:BODY
Component/System: Smart Key System / Automatic Door Locking System I own a 2023 Toyota Camry LE equipped with a Smart Key System. I parked the vehicle, turned off the engine, and left the smart key inside the vehicle. My [XXX] child remained securely strapped into a rear child safety seat and was sleeping inside. I briefly stepped outside to wipe dust from the windshield while standing next to the vehicle. After the driver’s door closed, the vehicle automatically locked itself with the smart key still inside. I did not intentionally lock the vehicle. I was unable to unlock the doors because the smart key was locked inside the vehicle. My [XXX] child was trapped inside the locked vehicle, creating an emergency situation. To rescue my child, I had no choice but to break the driver’s side window. There were no warning lights or warning messages before the incident. The cause is unknown. The vehicle has not yet been inspected to determine why it automatically locked with the smart key inside. Based on the circumstances, the Smart Key System either failed to detect the smart key or the vehicle improperly allowed the doors to lock despite the key remaining inside. I believe this presents a serious safety risk because it can trap children inside the vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11748569 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Ann Arbor, MI
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Component/System: Smart Key System / Automatic Door Locking System I own a 2023 Toyota Camry LE equipped with a Smart Key System. I parked the vehicle, turned off the engine, and left the smart key inside the vehicle. My [XXX] child remained securely strapped into a rear child safety seat and was sleeping inside. I briefly stepped outside to wipe dust from the windshield while standing next to the vehicle. After the driver’s door closed, the vehicle automatically locked itself with the smart key still inside. I did not intentionally lock the vehicle. I was unable to unlock the doors because the smart key was locked inside the vehicle. My [XXX] child was trapped inside the locked vehicle, creating an emergency situation. To rescue my child, I had no choice but to break the driver’s side window. There were no warning lights or warning messages before the incident. The cause is unknown. The vehicle has not yet been inspected to determine why it automatically locked with the smart key inside. Based on the circumstances, the Smart Key System either failed to detect the smart key or the vehicle improperly allowed the doors to lock despite the key remaining inside. I believe this presents a serious safety risk because it can trap children inside the vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11748569 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Erie, PA
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
My backup camera which is tied to my entire infotainment system goes off and on while driving the vehicle, causing distractions. It is particularly unsafe when backing up and the back of camera shuts off and reboot, and comes back on.
NHTSA complaint #11743822 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Brownsville, PA
POWER TRAIN
Transmission (UB80E) 2023 Toyota Camry; when pushing on the gas pedal there is a whining/whistling sound: vehicle shutters and all at once takes off like an airplane; gear shifting is not right. Inspected 0n 6/8/2026 by Toyota Dealer - noise coming from the transmission due to the final drive going out. No DTC's present at this time.
NHTSA complaint #11742906 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Tampa, FL
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Electrical light the car didn't want to start even the battery is good No risk to other maybe if I stay stuck in the middle of no where I have not taking the car to no one No one has inspected Yes they were light on the dashboard
NHTSA complaint #11741090 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Tampa, FL
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical light the car didn't want to start even the battery is good No risk to other maybe if I stay stuck in the middle of no where I have not taking the car to no one No one has inspected Yes they were light on the dashboard
NHTSA complaint #11741090 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Prescott, WI
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Vehicle started to leak gasoline from the tank filler cap while parked in garage with a full tank of gas. Created a highly flammable/explosive environment. Gas tank was not “topped off” when filled. This has been occurring for the last 2 months. No apparent damaged of defects noted with filler cap. There are no fuel/engine error codes. Vehicle operates normally.
NHTSA complaint #11738255 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 30,000 milesWinter Garden, FLCrash1 injured
WHEELS
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a abnormal loud sound. The front passenger's wheel detached. The contact stated that the vehicle was uncontrolable. The contact's vehicle crashed into a highway devider and a concrete wall. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The vehicle was condemned a total loss. The contact was tranported to the local medical center. The contact sustained injuries to the top of back, the mid section of the bak and the lower section of the back. In addition, the contact had continued therapy for over a year. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000
NHTSA complaint #11737599 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 10,000 milesSouthampton, PA
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while stopped on several occasions, the vehicle suddenly accelerated inadvertently to approximately 6000 RPM. The contact stated the the failure lasted for approximately 15 seconds and came down to normal RPMs. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was not able to be replicated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximal 10,000.
NHTSA complaint #11736986 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Lexington, SC
VISIBILITY/WIPER
We bought our 2023 Camry brand new off the lot and had no idea until the first rainstorm we were in that there was an issue with the wiper motor. Anytime there is moderate to hard rainfall and we turn the wipers on high they run at a low speed causing poor to no visibility. We have to pull over every time wait out the rain. We’ve mentioned our concern many times to the dealership where we have our Toyotas serviced and they just tell us they don’t see a recall for this problem. This is incredibly dangerous and hazardous and it needs to be fixed - we just don’t know how to go about it at this point.
NHTSA complaint #11736186 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 27,000 milesParkersburg, IA
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was fuel leaking from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions; however, the cause of the failure was not determined, and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and denied a buyback request. The contact expressed concerns that the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to the fuel leak. The approximate failure mileage was 27,000
NHTSA complaint #11729734 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 42,000 milesBloomington, CACrash1 injured
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while she was driving at approximately 75 MPH, another vehicle had rear-ended the passenger side rear bumper at approximately 80 MPH while her two kids were occupying the 2nd row seats. The contact mentioned that the other vehicle was performing car racing on the freeway, which was the reason why the impact was at high speed. No warning lights illuminated. The Air Bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sought medical attention for left arm, neck, and hip pain. The contact managed to pull over to the shoulder of the road, whereupon further inspection, the rear passenger tire was damaged during the impact. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard, where it remains for further investigation. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.
NHTSA complaint #11725898 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Erie, PA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I am filing a complaint regarding my 2023 Toyota Camry with 23,375 miles. The vehicle has been diagnosed with an infotainment system failure that presents identical symptoms to an active recall affecting similar vehicles. Toyota has confirmed my VIN is not included in the recall campaign, despite the failure matching the recall description. The dealership has documented the defect, and Toyota approved only 50% goodwill assistance. The system malfunction affects core vehicle functions controlled through the infotainment interface, creating driver distraction and potential safety concerns. I am concerned that vehicles outside the current VIN range are experiencing the same defect and that the recall population may be too narrowly defined. I am requesting review of this issue to determine whether additional vehicles, including mine, should be included in the recall. I have attached the diagnostic invoice for the dealership to confirm no updates or repairs could be performed and a new infotainment system would be required at an out of pocket cost of 50% of $2277.87.
NHTSA complaint #11722169 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
SAN Antonio, TX
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I came out to my vehicle and attempted to start it as usual and the EPB would not disengage and I had to have it towed to the dealer. They had to manually disengage it and told me I needed a new switch. I purchased the switch and that did not fix the problem, all of my warning lights have been on the vehicle ever since due to error code "PARK BRAKE MALFUNCTION" i cannot use my parking brake and all of my other ADAS safety features are disabled as a result of this, ABS light, PCS, including Cruise Control, Lane Departure, etc are ALL disabled due to this EPB Malfunction.
NHTSA complaint #11718699 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
SAN Antonio, TX
SERVICE BRAKES
I came out to my vehicle and attempted to start it as usual and the EPB would not disengage and I had to have it towed to the dealer. They had to manually disengage it and told me I needed a new switch. I purchased the switch and that did not fix the problem, all of my warning lights have been on the vehicle ever since due to error code "PARK BRAKE MALFUNCTION" i cannot use my parking brake and all of my other ADAS safety features are disabled as a result of this, ABS light, PCS, including Cruise Control, Lane Departure, etc are ALL disabled due to this EPB Malfunction.
NHTSA complaint #11718699 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
SAN Antonio, TX
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
I came out to my vehicle and attempted to start it as usual and the EPB would not disengage and I had to have it towed to the dealer. They had to manually disengage it and told me I needed a new switch. I purchased the switch and that did not fix the problem, all of my warning lights have been on the vehicle ever since due to error code "PARK BRAKE MALFUNCTION" i cannot use my parking brake and all of my other ADAS safety features are disabled as a result of this, ABS light, PCS, including Cruise Control, Lane Departure, etc are ALL disabled due to this EPB Malfunction.
NHTSA complaint #11718699 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Winslow, AZ
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I'm having problems with my paint. It is very fragile. If a mosquito hits it it chips. I took it to the dealership Flagstaff Findlay Toyota in Arizona. They completed an assessment. They said that someone did not put a clearcoat on the car. That is why the paint is defective. The only accident that the car has ever been in was by Findlay Flagstaff Toyota. They dropped my vehicle off the lift when doing an oil change. . The only accident that the car has ever been in was by Findlay Flagstaff Toyota. They dropped my vehicle off the lift when doing a oil change when it was brand new other than that my vehicle has never been in an accident.
NHTSA complaint #11713682 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 67,000 milesMaple Shade, NJ
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with a transmission fault and that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the transmission failure was caused by a failure with the valve body and pressure solenoid. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 67,000.
NHTSA complaint #11710710 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Parkersburg, WV
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2023 Camry xle hybrid.With a full tank of gas I parked call in basement garage to avoid getting snow on vechile.Then a few days latter garage smells like gas.i can smell gas by the gas door. Has happened several times.Took to dealership they said their are no errors showing up.I feel gas fumes in house is a safety concern.car is under warranty and they charged for checking.I see on line post where other people have had issues with gas fumes problems.
NHTSA complaint #11710712 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.