2018 Toyota Camry problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 769 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Toyota Camry, filed between 2017-08-04 and 2026-09-22. The most common problem areas are the power train (198, 26%), service brakes (141, 18%) and engine (136, 18%). Owners reported 48 crashes, 4 fires and 45 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 8 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2018 Toyota Camry complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 198 | 26% | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 141 | 18% | 21 | 1 | 21 |
| Engine | 136 | 18% | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 100 | 13% | 6 | 3 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 76 | 10% | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 74 | 10% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 71 | 9% | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Steering | 63 | 8% | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 44 | 6% | 8 | 1 | 4 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 39 | 5% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 29 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 22 | 3% | 15 | 0 | 18 |
| Visibility/wiper | 22 | 3% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 18 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 15 | 2% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
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.
Power train: 198 complaints
- 198 complaints of 769 (26%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 43 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2018 Toyota Camry covers this system.
Service brakes: 141 complaints
- 141 complaints of 769 (18%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 16 of them also name the engine; owners reported 21 crashes, 1 fire and 21 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2018 Toyota Camry; the latest, campaign 21V890000, says: “The vane cap inside the vacuum pump may break, causing the pump to fail, which could result in a sudden loss of braking assist.”
Engine: 136 complaints
- 136 complaints of 769 (18%) name the engine.
- 43 of them also name the power train; owners reported 4 crashes in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2018 Toyota Camry; the recall, campaign 18V200000, says: “The pistons on these vehicles may be larger than specified, possibly causing the engine to stall.”
Vehicle speed control: 76 complaints
- 76 complaints of 769 (10%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 33 of them also name the power train; owners reported 7 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2018 Toyota Camry covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 74 complaints
- 74 complaints of 769 (10%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 23 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2018 Toyota Camry covers this system.
Electrical system: 71 complaints
- 71 complaints of 769 (9%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 12 of them also name the engine; owners reported 4 crashes, 2 fires and 4 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2018 Toyota Camry covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 116 |
| 2019 | 100 |
| 2020 | 108 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2022 | 79 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 59 |
| 2025 | 75 |
| 2026 | 73 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names CAMRY, CAMRY HYBRID, model year 2018. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2018 Toyota Camry recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Camry?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2018 Toyota Camry's most common problem areas are the power train (198 of 769 complaints), service brakes (141 of 769 complaints) and engine (136 of 769 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2018 Toyota Camry have?
NHTSA has 769 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Toyota Camry, including 48 reported crashes and 4 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2018 Toyota Camry's problems?
NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2018 Toyota Camry; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.