2016 Toyota Camry problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 188 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Toyota Camry, filed between 2015-11-23 and 2026-09-11. The most common problem areas are the air bags (31, 16%), steering (25, 13%) and vehicle speed control (22, 12%). Owners reported 41 crashes, 2 fires and 35 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2016 Toyota Camry complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 36 | 19% | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Air bags | 31 | 16% | 24 | 0 | 26 |
| Steering | 25 | 13% | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 22 | 12% | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 21 | 11% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 20 | 11% | 5 | 0 | 7 |
| Service brakes | 19 | 10% | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Power train | 18 | 10% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 16 | 9% | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 9 | 5% | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| Wheels | 8 | 4% | 3 | 0 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 3% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 5 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 2% | 2 | 0 | 5 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Air bags: 31 complaints
- 31 complaints of 188 (16%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 4 of them also name the seat belts; owners reported 24 crashes and 26 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2016 Toyota Camry; the recall, campaign 16V215000, says: “The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the front passenger seat air bag system may have been improperly calibrated.”
Steering: 25 complaints
- 25 complaints of 188 (13%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 3 of them also name the wheels; owners reported 3 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Toyota Camry covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 22 complaints
- 22 complaints of 188 (12%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 6 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 7 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Toyota Camry covers this system.
Electrical system: 21 complaints
- 21 complaints of 188 (11%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Toyota Camry covers this system.
Structure: 20 complaints
- 20 complaints of 188 (11%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- 2 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 5 crashes and 7 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Toyota Camry covers this system.
Service brakes: 19 complaints
- 19 complaints of 188 (10%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Toyota Camry covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2025 | 9 |
| 2026 | 11 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names CAMRY, CAMRY HYBRID, model year 2016. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2016 Toyota Camry recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Camry?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2016 Toyota Camry's most common problem areas are the air bags (31 of 188 complaints), steering (25 of 188 complaints) and vehicle speed control (22 of 188 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2016 Toyota Camry have?
NHTSA has 188 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Toyota Camry, including 41 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Toyota Camry's problems?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Toyota Camry; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.