2020 Toyota Camry Problems & Owner Complaints

Electrical System 64

“First time it was the middle of the night I was leaving a party and the car cut off in the middle of the street in the intersection. I had to wait for hours for the car to start back up … a couple weeks later the car cut off 2 on the highway going 70/80 and I told the man at the car lot about it the first time it happen which wasn’t even a week of me having the car he said he didn’t care and what did I want him to do about it … even tho he sold me a dangerous car . The car almost caused me to be in a wreck steering wheel locked up all the times and I had a hard time pulling out of the fast lan…”
NHTSA complaint #11754116, 2026

“Went in to get a service done for my vehicle and all the highlighted areas were the problem. They stated models from 2019-2022 The Camrys all have had transmission issues. I still have my car and it’s working, but I don’t want to pay for a new transmission when Toyal manufacturing has been aware of these models and issues.”
NHTSA complaint #11753736, 2026

“Odometer Fraud: The contact purchased a 2020 Toyota Camry. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale from Facebook Marketplace. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 63,129. After reviewing the Carfax report the following day, the contact became aware that the mileage was 352,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11747189, 2026

Engine 57 1 fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2020 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, WHEN ANOTHER DRIVER INFORMED HIM THE VEHICLE HAD SMOKE EXITING UNDER OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PARK THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT STATED HE SAW FIRE UNDER THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS COVERED IN SMOKE RAPIDLY. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A FIRE AND POLICE REPORT WERE FILED. THE CONTACT STATED NO ONE WAS INJURED OR SOUGHT MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THE INSURANCE ADJUSTER D…”
NHTSA complaint #11373822, 2020 · fire

“While driving the car just shut-off in the middle of the road. If you tried to restart the car it would turn on rev the engine and shut off. The dash display displayed a message " precollision system malfunction" and "secondary brake collision malfunction". Safety wise if this had happened on the highway could have been very dangerous or worse. The car was inoperable and required a tow truck. Luckily we were not on a very busy road during the incident. The problem has been replicated and is currently being tested at Joe Meyers Toyota in Houston, Texas. When the message displayed on the dash, c…”
NHTSA complaint #11716750, 2026

“It’s reading the LDA warning lights, secondary collision break malfunction, pre collision break malfunction, check engine light. Car is misfiring and could possibly cut off in mid traffic. Dealer said that the Motor has a cracked head gasket. There were no problems prior to these issues.”
NHTSA complaint #11710039, 2025

Air Bags 48 9 crash 18 injury

“The contact owned a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that his wife was driving at 60 MPH, when another vehicle struck the rear driver's side, causing the vehicle to spin and crash into a semi-truck's trailer. The contact stated that the tires had caved in as a result of the collision. The air bags did not deploy. The contact's wife's head struck the steering wheel and the front driver's side window. The contact's wife suffered cuts, bruises, and bumps on her forehead, hands, and arms. The contact's parents were also present in the vehicle. The contact's father suffered head, hand, and wri…”
NHTSA complaint #11663782, 2025 · crash · 3 injury(ies)

“OUR VEHICLE WAS STRUCK FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE - REAR AT AN ESTIMATED 60MPH SPEED DIFFERENCE. (IT IS THOUGHT WE WERE SLOWED TO APPROX 25MPH, OTHER CAR WAS PROBABLY 80MPH OR MORE). THIS HAPPENED ON I95 IN LUMBERTON NC. THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS IN LEFT LANE, WE WERE IN RIGHT LANE. THE OTHER VEHICLE SWERVED INTO OUR LANE HITTING US "QUARTERING" FROM LEFT REAR. FORCE WAS HARD ENOUGH TO DEFORM RIGHT SIDE OF CAR WHICH CAME IN CONTACT WITH NOTHING. AS THE DRIVER, I STRUCK THE INTERIOR WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO CAUSE A "SEVERE" CONCUSSION. NO SIDE CURTAINS DEPLOYED, AND I DO NOT BELIEVE THE SEAT BELTS TENSIONED…”
NHTSA complaint #11365678, 2020 · crash · 3 injury(ies)

“I was in an accident, going about 40mph (about 30mph at time of impact), and no airbags were deployed. Police officer reported that he also did not see that the tension of the seat belt remained tense after the crash. Seems that there was a problem with both systems. The other vehicle had all their airbags deploy.”
NHTSA complaint #11670529, 2025 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

Unknown Or Other 44 2 injury

“Driver side window spontaneously exploded while driving 70 mph on the toll. It’s available for inspection.I almost lost control of the car when it happened. It’s currently at the Toyota dealership in Plano.There was no warning of anything before it exploded.”
NHTSA complaint #11600108, 2024 · 2 injury(ies)

“First time it was the middle of the night I was leaving a party and the car cut off in the middle of the street in the intersection. I had to wait for hours for the car to start back up … a couple weeks later the car cut off 2 on the highway going 70/80 and I told the man at the car lot about it the first time it happen which wasn’t even a week of me having the car he said he didn’t care and what did I want him to do about it … even tho he sold me a dangerous car . The car almost caused me to be in a wreck steering wheel locked up all the times and I had a hard time pulling out of the fast lan…”
NHTSA complaint #11754116, 2026

“Went in to get a service done for my vehicle and all the highlighted areas were the problem. They stated models from 2019-2022 The Camrys all have had transmission issues. I still have my car and it’s working, but I don’t want to pay for a new transmission when Toyal manufacturing has been aware of these models and issues.”
NHTSA complaint #11753736, 2026

Fuel/Propulsion System 34 1 fire

“The high pressure fuel pump line suddenly ruptured at the high pressure fuel pump. This happened without warning and spewed fuel all over the engine compartment and onto the exhaust system that comes out just below the engine. It started a small fire on the engine exhaust pipe as I hurried to a mechanic across the intersection. Luckily I was able to turn off the car and avoid damage. The repair required a new high-pressure fuel pump as well as a line that runs into the pump. I kept the original parts - the mechanics state that the replacement fuel line was different than the one removed f…”
NHTSA complaint #11609627, 2023 · fire

“Fuel pump control circuit circuit/shirt Fuel rail pressure sensor b circuit range/performance”
NHTSA complaint #11754649, 2026

“Coolant leak pink fluid under the car and thermostat going crazy.”
NHTSA complaint #11732221, 2026

Power Train 31 1 crash 1 injury

“2020 TOYOTA CAMRY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK ON A FLAT SURFACE, THE CONSUMER EXITED THE VEHICLE AND IT BEGAN ROLLING. THE VEHICLE STRUCK A REFRIGERATOR, WORK BENCH, AND THE CONSUMER. THE CONSUMER WAS TRAPPED UNDER THE VEHICLE FOR 30 MINUTES. THE CONSUMER'S SHOULDER, BACK, AND LEG WERE INJURED. THE INJURIES REQUIRED THE CONSUMER TO SEE AN ORTHOPEDIC DOCTOR. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED NEITHER COULD DETERMINE THE FAILURE. THE CONSUMER STATED AUTOMATED STOP TECHNOLOGY SHOULD HAVE CAUSED THE VEHI…”
NHTSA complaint #11349407, 2020 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“Went in to get a service done for my vehicle and all the highlighted areas were the problem. They stated models from 2019-2022 The Camrys all have had transmission issues. I still have my car and it’s working, but I don’t want to pay for a new transmission when Toyal manufacturing has been aware of these models and issues.”
NHTSA complaint #11753736, 2026

“Transmission is making a whining sound when accelerating. The car only has 99,000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #11746558, 2026

Forward Collision Avoidance 14 3 crash 2 injury

“I rear ended a stopped tractor pulling a hay baler at 50 mph. my braking system sent no alerts nor did it brake for me. May airbags did not deploy. I sufferered a broken hand as a result of the impact.”
NHTSA complaint #11677373, 2025 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“While driving the Camry at 45 mph among the flow of traffic on a state highway in Florida, out of the blue the vehicle's speedometer on the instrument cluster was replaced with a flashing red box and the brakes applied themselves fully with no command or input given whatsoever. The Camry immediately screeched to a stop in the middle of the road within a couple seconds, causing the vehicle behind me to slam into the Camry at full speed. There were no other vehicles or obstacles ahead of me at all, this fact was also observed by witnesses. The automation had triggered for no apparent reason, ove…”
NHTSA complaint #11500052, 2023 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“My wife was pulling into a parking space, feathering the brake. About a foot from parking, the car suddenly lurched forward, with her foot Still on the brake, and smashed into a 2' high decorative wall. The car is no longer drivable.”
NHTSA complaint #11598687, 2024 · crash

Service Brakes 12 1 crash

“I was going down the road and suddenly my brakes locked up. I had no control of my car and I hit a telephone pole at 60 mph. I had the car towed to a Toyota repair shop and days later the guy told me it had been wrecked before. I was not told this by the dealership and nothing showed up on the car through CARFAX. The dealership had replaced 2 batteries within 7 months and I had taken it to the dealership because of the noise in the front end, later to be told it was due to the wreckage that was not fixed previously. I am now being told my Camry is being totaled.”
NHTSA complaint #11648605, 2025 · crash

“My 12 Volt plug does not work. My infatainment system stopped workin”
NHTSA complaint #11736514, 2026

“While driving the car just shut-off in the middle of the road. If you tried to restart the car it would turn on rev the engine and shut off. The dash display displayed a message " precollision system malfunction" and "secondary brake collision malfunction". Safety wise if this had happened on the highway could have been very dangerous or worse. The car was inoperable and required a tow truck. Luckily we were not on a very busy road during the incident. The problem has been replicated and is currently being tested at Joe Meyers Toyota in Houston, Texas. When the message displayed on the dash, c…”
NHTSA complaint #11716750, 2026

Vehicle Speed Control 9 1 crash

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that while parked in the CVS drive-thru, the contact shifted the gear shift into reverse when the vehicle unintendedly accelerated in reverse, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle was shifted into drive; however, the vehicle accelerated independently again, causing the contact to crash into the rear of the vehicle in front. No warning lights illuminated, but the contact was uncertain as the events occurred fast. No injuries were sustained. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnos…”
NHTSA complaint #11710342, 2025 · crash

“Incident Highway Malfunction Occurs – [XXX] While driving at a steady speed on the highway, my 2020 Toyota Camry unexpectedly shifted gears on its own. I did not bump the gear shifter or interact with the controls in any abnormal way. The gear shift occurred without warning or driver input, while the vehicle was in motion. A “Drive Start Control Malfunction” warning appeared on the dashboard at the time of the incident. Vehicle Towed to Toyota Service Center – July 11 2025 Following the incident, I brought the car to a Toyota dealership for diagnosis and repair. I spoke with a service advisor…”
NHTSA complaint #11675708, 2025

“This vehicle, and models with the same throttle body and air filter/air duct assembly have an issue. Where plastic parts from the vacuum box attached to the air duct come loose and get stuck in the throttle body. Causing the engine to rev up then die. I have dealt with this same issue twice in the last three weeks. Thank you for your time.”
NHTSA complaint #11668843, 2025

Seat Belts 8 2 crash 5 injury

“OUR VEHICLE WAS STRUCK FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE - REAR AT AN ESTIMATED 60MPH SPEED DIFFERENCE. (IT IS THOUGHT WE WERE SLOWED TO APPROX 25MPH, OTHER CAR WAS PROBABLY 80MPH OR MORE). THIS HAPPENED ON I95 IN LUMBERTON NC. THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS IN LEFT LANE, WE WERE IN RIGHT LANE. THE OTHER VEHICLE SWERVED INTO OUR LANE HITTING US "QUARTERING" FROM LEFT REAR. FORCE WAS HARD ENOUGH TO DEFORM RIGHT SIDE OF CAR WHICH CAME IN CONTACT WITH NOTHING. AS THE DRIVER, I STRUCK THE INTERIOR WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO CAUSE A "SEVERE" CONCUSSION. NO SIDE CURTAINS DEPLOYED, AND I DO NOT BELIEVE THE SEAT BELTS TENSIONED…”
NHTSA complaint #11365678, 2020 · crash · 3 injury(ies)

“I was in an accident, going about 40mph (about 30mph at time of impact), and no airbags were deployed. Police officer reported that he also did not see that the tension of the seat belt remained tense after the crash. Seems that there was a problem with both systems. The other vehicle had all their airbags deploy.”
NHTSA complaint #11670529, 2025 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

“The seat belt latch broke . The seat belt is not retracting . Dangerous situation . The seat belt too loose and will not secure driver”
NHTSA complaint #11714294, 2026

Structure 7

“The Airbag recall on select Toyota Camry. The manufacturer of the airbags in Japan are said to be defective. I have not received new sensors that are on back order. Seatbelt sensors continue to go off, unless they are clicked in all seats. I already had the car fixed twice, they won’t lean to fix the car again. It’s all political financially. The onboard Safety SOS may also be defective in these models.”
NHTSA complaint #11698731, 2025

“The panoramic sunroof on my 2020 Toyota Camry XSE failed to close on two separate occasions. The most recent incident occurred about three months ago. After opening the sunroof, the glass panel would not close, leaving the vehicle fully exposed during heavy rain. I had to cover the opening with plastic and tape while standing in the rain, which caused water to enter the vehicle and led to illness from exposure. This failure poses safety risks, including: Driver distraction if the failure occurs while driving. Possible water damage to electrical components, potentially affecting vehicle oper…”
NHTSA complaint #11679823, 2025

“I was driving the car without any issue or problem. All of a sudden the sunroof glass shuttered. It sounded like a blast. When I stopped the car, the sunroof was broken to small pieces.”
NHTSA complaint #11533922, 2023

Visibility/Wiper 7

“Panoramic window becomes not functional and stuck. Window remains open and sun glare becomes to immense at various times of the day blinding the driver.”
NHTSA complaint #11704648, 2025

“The panoramic sunroof on my 2020 Toyota Camry XSE failed to close on two separate occasions. The most recent incident occurred about three months ago. After opening the sunroof, the glass panel would not close, leaving the vehicle fully exposed during heavy rain. I had to cover the opening with plastic and tape while standing in the rain, which caused water to enter the vehicle and led to illness from exposure. This failure poses safety risks, including: Driver distraction if the failure occurs while driving. Possible water damage to electrical components, potentially affecting vehicle oper…”
NHTSA complaint #11679823, 2025

“Wiper speed on high is to slow to see in moderate rain. Zero Visibility, make for a very dangerous situation.”
NHTSA complaint #11431674, 2021

Visibility 6

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the sunroof rose up independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the sunroof needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #11712621, 2025

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that bubbles or air spaces were forming on the rear windshield. The contact stated that some air bubbles the size of a dime were on the windshield. The contact stated that the bubbles were forming where the tinted portion of the windshield ended, and the clear glass started. The contact stated that the bubbles were obstructing visibility while using the rear-view mirror. The local dealer was contacted and was advised to take the vehicle back to the dealer where the vehicle was purchased for assistance, but the dealer was no longer in bus…”
NHTSA complaint #11719319, 2024

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that upon opening the sunroof and attempting to close the sunroof, the sunroof failed to close, allowing water to enter the vehicle during inclement weather. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired. The contact stated that after the repair, the failure recurred, and the sunroof failed to close properly. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11590481, 2024

Lane Departure 5

“First time it was the middle of the night I was leaving a party and the car cut off in the middle of the street in the intersection. I had to wait for hours for the car to start back up … a couple weeks later the car cut off 2 on the highway going 70/80 and I told the man at the car lot about it the first time it happen which wasn’t even a week of me having the car he said he didn’t care and what did I want him to do about it … even tho he sold me a dangerous car . The car almost caused me to be in a wreck steering wheel locked up all the times and I had a hard time pulling out of the fast lan…”
NHTSA complaint #11754116, 2026

“FORWARD FACING RADAR SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. IF VEHICLE IS PARKED IN THE SUN AND WINDSHIELD IS HOT THE FORWARD FACING RADAR IS OVERHEATED AND WHEN YOU START THE VEHICLE THE SAFETY SYSTEM FAIL TO BOOT UP. IF THIS ISN'T ENOUGH OF A SAFETY CONCERN THE ERROR MESSAGES OBSTRUCT YOUR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SCREEN SO YOU CAN NOT SEE IMPORTANT THINGS LIKE YOUR SPEEDOMETER. YOU CAN CANCEL THE WARNING BUT WITH IN A FEW SECONDS IT REAPPEARS AND OBSTRUCTS YOUR VIEW. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP. THERE ARE NO RECALLS OR SAFETY BULLETINS ON IT FROM TOYOTA CORP AND NO KNOWN FIX. THIS PROBLEM DID NOT EXIST UNTIL TO…”
NHTSA complaint #11668583, 2025

“If vehicle is parked in sun the front facing camera and laser located at the top of the windshield overheat then when the vehicle is started the overheated front facing camera is offline so the collision, lane depart/assist and auto dimming system will not boot so those safety features are offline and your screen with your instrument cluster is obstructed by warning messages. If you park in the shade or cool the top of your windshield with water prior to starting the processes boot normally and your safety systems are available. Problem is reoccurring if vehicle is parked in the sun.”
NHTSA complaint #11600142, 2024

Steering 5

“The built in heater for my steering wheel is making the steering wheel smoke.”
NHTSA complaint #11705451, 2025

“Description of the Problem: On May 19, 2025, the steering wheel intermediate shaft or column of my 2020 Toyota Camry LE Hybrid began to malfunction. The steering became unexpectedly hard and stuck, significantly affecting my ability to safely control the vehicle. This problem occurs intermittently but poses a serious safety risk as it can happen while the vehicle is in motion, especially during turns or lane changes. •The affected component is the steering column/intermediate shaft, and it is available for inspection upon request. •This malfunction put my safety and the safety of others at ri…”
NHTSA complaint #11662252, 2025

“Unknown. Not sure is the alignment, or steering wheel. The issue is been reported to The insurance, body shop, and Toyota. The car is not safe on the road. And I believe it shouldn’t on the road. The car also been I car accident on the highway before. The car is parked . I haven’t drove the car . Since I don’t feel safe driving the car. I”
NHTSA complaint #11504944, 2022

Engine And Engine Cooling 4

“Coolant valve frailer coursing A coolant leak can cause the engine to overheat and cause a vehicle stall and engine to be replaced , or car Heads to be replaced .the engine may get damaged mechanically, possibly resulting in an engine coolant leaking in to cylinders of engine”
NHTSA complaint #11647348, 2025

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with fuel pump failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 20V064000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The dealer confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the recalls. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and transferred the contact to the NHTSA H…”
NHTSA complaint #11587525, 2023

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle was making an abnormal clicking noise from the engine compartment. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the noise was constant and the clicking sound happened at various speeds. The contact pulled over opened the hood and smelled a strong coolant odor. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the…”
NHTSA complaint #11574730, 2023

Back Over Prevention 3 1 crash

“My wife was pulling into a parking space, feathering the brake. About a foot from parking, the car suddenly lurched forward, with her foot Still on the brake, and smashed into a 2' high decorative wall. The car is no longer drivable.”
NHTSA complaint #11598687, 2024 · crash

“It’s reading the LDA warning lights, secondary collision break malfunction, pre collision break malfunction, check engine light. Car is misfiring and could possibly cut off in mid traffic. Dealer said that the Motor has a cracked head gasket. There were no problems prior to these issues.”
NHTSA complaint #11710039, 2025

“There is a current recall on my 2020 camry. I was notified by email in December 2023. It is for the passenger side air bag. I do not feel safe driving the car since being made aware of the recall. The Toyota dealership I go to has said there is nothing they can do as there is no remedy for this recall. I also have had multiple issues over the years with the sensors and battery. I bought the car brand new, with 2 miles I rolled off the lot. A few days after purchasing it my battery died. My battery died multiple times within the first few months, sensors did not work, screen display was off, To…”
NHTSA complaint #11569449, 2023

Fuel System 3

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with fuel pump failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 20V064000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The dealer confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the recalls. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and transferred the contact to the NHTSA H…”
NHTSA complaint #11587525, 2023

“Gas tank does not open. There’s a button that you press and sounds like it’s jammed. I went through the trunk to pull the yellow handle (looked online and seen others have this issue also) and it does not work on my car. I have to have someone press the button while I use my keys to go on the side to push it open.”
NHTSA complaint #11557851, 2023

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FUEL CAP. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO BRADLEY FORD OF LAKE HAVASU CITY (1690 INDUSTRIAL BLVD, LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ 86403, (928) 855-1191) HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11402640, 2020

Latches/Locks/Linkages 3

“Passenger side, rear driver side and rear passenger side door loc fail to unlock with key fob.”
NHTSA complaint #11724477, 2024

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the "Failure - Ignition Control" message was displayed. The contact stated that occasionally the seat belt warning chime failed to turn off while the seat belt was secured. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle occasionally failed to start, and all four door latches failed to unlock while using the key fob. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacture…”
NHTSA complaint #11633361, 2024

“The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that all four doors on the vehicle failed to lock or unlock as needed. The contact stated that the failure initially started with the rear passenger’s side door after the door failed to unlock with the key fob. The contact attempted to unlock the door with the button on the driver side door, but the doors failed to open. The failure then occurred with all four doors, with an abnormal squeaking sound coming from the doors while attempting to unlock the doors. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed her that the vehicle was no…”
NHTSA complaint #11514639, 2023

Tires 3

“The tire size is 215/55R17. Within a span of 10 months, THREE of my tires have needed to be replaced, with one of them almost causing me a very serious car accident. The issue appears to be with the sidewall failing. The first time this happened was in September of 2021. I brought the defective tire to a local Bridgestone retail center and my complaint/concerns were completely dismissed by the in-store employee and corporate. The employee contacted corporate on the phone and was told there were no recalls on my Specific tires. The employee insisted that because there was no current “recall,”…”
NHTSA complaint #11490767, 2022

“On 6/22/22 around 6:30 pm, the front passenger tire blew out. The tire in question came with the vehicle upon purchasing new on 5/14/20. There is currently about 13,300 miles on the car. Luckily my oldest son was driving and was able to maneuver into a safe place and put on the donut spare. Car had to be driven by son today with donut spare on and will take pictures of subject tires when he gets back home.”
NHTSA complaint #11470601, 2022

“2020 TOYOTA CAMRY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PROBLEMS WITH THEIR TIRES. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE FRONT TIRE CAME APART WHILE DRIVING. *LD *JS”
NHTSA complaint #11289435, 2019

Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 2

“TRY TO START THE CAR BUT WON'T START IT CHECK THE BATTERY BUT NOT BATTERY ISSUE AFTER I THAT TRY START AGAIN STILL CAN'T SOME CRANKY NOISES START THAN CAR SHUTDOWN,BUT EVEN 90 DAY A LOT OF TROUBLE N WEIRD NOISES WHEN PUSH THE BRAKE PADDLES”
NHTSA complaint #11361441, 2020

“MY TOYOTA CAMRY XSE 2020 BATTERY WAS DEAD. I BEEN DRIVING IT FOR ALMOST 6 WEEKS AND I GOT STRANDED TODAY WHEN IT DIDN'T TURNED ON. IT'S BEEN HAPPENING TO MANY 2020 MODELS AND WE NEED ANSWERS AND SOLUTIONS. I DO NOT WANT TO BE LEFT STRANDED AGAIN.”
NHTSA complaint #11352897, 2020

Suspension 2

“Unknown. Not sure is the alignment, or steering wheel. The issue is been reported to The insurance, body shop, and Toyota. The car is not safe on the road. And I believe it shouldn’t on the road. The car also been I car accident on the highway before. The car is parked . I haven’t drove the car . Since I don’t feel safe driving the car. I”
NHTSA complaint #11504944, 2022

“MY 2020 CAMRY /TOYOTA IS BUILT SO LOW IT KNOTTED THE CLAPS A LOOSE FROM UNDER THE FRONT PART OF THE VEHICLE... DUE TO HOW LOW THE VEHICLE WAS BUILT ANY SLIGHT UNEVENNESS IN THE ROAD YOU CAN HEAR AND FEEL THE FRONT OF THE CAR SCRAPE THE FRONT END OF THE CAR. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #11325658, 2020

Equipment 1

“So a few months after installing the pedal commander chip my Camry out of nowhere began flashing warning symbols and messages and the engine was reduced to about 5% power. Pre-collision braking was down, ABS was down, lane assistance was down, cruise control was down and it also said “Engine Reduced Power”, please see dealership! So I parked, turned off the car and disconnected the battery for about 10-15 mins. When I reconnected the battery and started the car everything was fine and there were no codes/warning lights. So I thought it was a glitch. Then like 3-4 days later it did it again imm…”
NHTSA complaint #11636054, 2024

Other/I Am Not Sure 1

“The lock indicators that show that the LATCH safety system belts are tightened stopped working and show as locked even if it is in fact unlocked. This can lead to the this being unlocked, getting loose, and the car seat potentially moving around. This was discovered while moving the car seat from one car to another.”
NHTSA complaint #11614694, 2024

Seats 1

“This is the Recall I am speaking about 23V865 for the 2020 Toyota Camry. This is a serious safety risk that I would like to have resolved. I drive around with my family and younger siblings and don't want there safety at risk. It's been 20 months since it was issued and there is no solution! This shouldn't still be any issue after 20 months.”
NHTSA complaint #11683542, 2025