2026 Toyota Camry
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Fuel System
Fuel System leads by volume: 43 of 126 complaints (34%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more reported injuries (5) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 156 in 2025 to 126 in 2026.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2026 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,200–2,500 | 1,200–1,400 | 1,200–1,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–52 | 44–51 | 43–51 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–51 / 31–53 | 44–53 / 43–50 | 43–52 / 43–49 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 170–354 | 173–199 | 173–205 | |
| Complaints filed | 49 | 156 | 126 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 6 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 14 | 12 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 10 | 7 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 9 | 5 | 5 |
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 2026 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 2026 Toyota Camry?
Fuel System: 43 of 126 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Toyota Camry get?
EPA rates it 43–51 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Toyota Camry?
EPA estimates $1,200–$1,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 46 mpg | 46 mpg | 46 mpg | $1,350 | 192 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 43 mpg (low) | 43 mpg (low) | 43 mpg (low) | $1,450 (high) | 205 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 52 mpg (high) | 49 mpg (high) | 51 mpg (high) | $1,200 (low) | 173 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 47 mpg | 45 mpg | 46 mpg | $1,350 | 191 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 50 mpg | 49 mpg (high) | 50 mpg | $1,250 | 178 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 7 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 15 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 23 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 24 | 2 | 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)
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 26V511000 · Aug 6, 2026
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Camry Hybrid vehicles. The instrument cluster display may fail during vehicle startup, deactivating the hazard lights, turn signals, seat belt warning system, and smart key reminder. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays," 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment," 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention," and 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB16 and 26TA16.
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER · Campaign 25V869000 · Dec 17, 2025
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Camry Hybrid and 2026 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles. A bolt inside the inverter may not have been tightened properly, causing incomplete contact at the inverter terminal.
Consequence: Incomplete contact can cause a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose bolt can cause an electrical short while the vehicle is powered on, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the inverter assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 23, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TB15/25TA15.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · Campaign 25V744000 · Oct 30, 2025
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.