2016 Toyota Camry
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 36 of 187 complaints (19%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 286 in 2015 to 187 in 2016.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,550–2,500 | 1,550–2,500 | 1,550–2,500 | 1,550–2,600 | 1,200–2,400 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–40 | 25–40 | 25–40 | 24–40 | 26–52 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–42 / 30–38 | 21–42 / 30–38 | 21–42 / 30–38 | 21–42 / 30–38 | 22–51 / 32–53 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 220–361 | 220–361 | 220–361 | 221–363 | 170–345 | |
| Complaints filed | 480 | 286 | 187 | 153 | 765 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 8 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 67 | 35 | 41 | 28 | 48 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | |
| Injuries reported | 46 | 21 | 35 | 29 | 45 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 7 |
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 2016 Toyota Camry have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Toyota Camry?
Airbags & Restraints: 36 of 187 NHTSA complaints (19%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Camry get?
EPA rates it 25–40 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Toyota Camry?
EPA estimates $1,550–$2,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 25 mpg | 34 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,250 | 313 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 42 mpg (high) | 38 mpg (high) | 40 mpg (high) | $1,550 (low) | 220 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 40 mpg | 37 mpg | 39 mpg | $1,600 | 229 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 21 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 361 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 18 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 18 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 22 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 25 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 36 | 24 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 22 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 25 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 36 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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 (3)
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · Campaign 17V462000 · Jul 24, 2017
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The front drive shaft may separate.
Consequence: A front driveshaft separation would result in a loss of propulsion while driving, and if the driver exits the vehicle without applying the parking brake, the vehicle may roll. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the serial number of the vehicle's drive shaft, replacing any that are affected, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0M.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · Campaign 16V420000 · Jun 9, 2016
Defect: 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."
Consequence: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION · Campaign 16V215000 · Apr 14, 2016
Defect: 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."
Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.