The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 295 of 1,013 complaints (29%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 325 in 2001 to 1,013 in 2002.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 1,013
- Recall campaigns
- 4
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,600–$3,300
- Combined MPG
- 19–24
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | vs. 2002 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,100–3,300 | 2,100–3,300 | 2,600–3,300 | 2,600–3,300 | 2,600–2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–24 | 19–24 | 19–24 | 19–24 | 21–24 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–21 / 24–29 | 17–21 / 24–30 | 17–21 / 24–30 | 17–21 / 24–30 | 18–21 / 27–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 320–468 | 320–468 | 370–468 | 370–468 | 370–423 | |
| Complaints filed | 520 | 325 | 1,013 | 806 | 799 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 119 | 87 | 272 | 239 | 223 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 28 | 12 | 20 | 10 | 13 | |
| Injuries reported | 94 | 71 | 144 | 111 | 145 | |
| Deaths reported | 4 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 6 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Toyota Camry have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Toyota Camry?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 295 of 1,013 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2002 Toyota Camry get?
EPA rates it 19–24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2002 Toyota Camry?
EPA estimates $2,600–$3,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (9)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 20 mpg | 28 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,700 | 386 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $3,300 (high) | 468 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 21 mpg (high) | 29 mpg | 24 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 370 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 21 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 370 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 21 mpg (high) | 29 mpg | 24 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 370 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 8 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 21 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 370 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 18 mpg | 26 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 170 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 1 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 73 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel System | 40 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical | 37 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 185 | 42 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| Steering | 45 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 95 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 116 | 64 | 0 | 56 | 4 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 295 | 160 | 3 | 55 | 8 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 94 | 15 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 27 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Other | 40 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAGS (CSA), ONE OR BOTH OF THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS MAY BE TWISTED NEAR THE INFLATOR DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY.
- Consequence
- IF THIS OCCURS, THE CSA MAY NOT DEPLOY RAPIDLY ENOUGH WHEN ACTIVATED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION. THIS MAY RESULT IN FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE INTENDED HEAD PROTECTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CSAS AND REPLACE THE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 6, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-SPOKE STYLE STEERING WHEEL. DURING AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE BOTTOM SEAM OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE COVER (HORN PAD) COULD BE TORN AWAY ALLOWING THE BOTTOM PORTION OF THE COVER TO COMPLETELY DETACH FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE.
- Consequence
- IF THIS SHOULD OCCUR, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE DETACHED BOTTOM PORTION MAY STRIKE THE DRIVER CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 OR LEXUS AT 1-888-333-9376.
TIRES
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL TOURING TIRES, P205-65R15 92S, INSTALLED AT THE PORTS IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA. THE INCORRECT TIRES WERE INSTALLED ON VEHICLES THAT HAD DAMAGED TIRES. THE TIRES WERE DAMAGED DURING A PORT UPGRADE TO ALUMINUM WHEELS.
- Consequence
- THE TIRES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE SPEED RATING FOR THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM SPEED RATING (112 MPH), POSSIBLE TIRE FAILURE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FIVE TIRES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 13, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCOMPLETE DEPLOYMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG COULD OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
- Consequence
- UNEXPECTED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN RESULT IN OCCUPANT INJURY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY. BOTH OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE AND ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. THIS CAMPAIGN IS 100% COMPLETED. BOTH OWNERS HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AND THEIR VEHICLES REPAIRED.