2010 Toyota Camry
Common Problems
Ranked from 394 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
23 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Unintended acceleration due to accelerator pedal defect
89complaintsSafety riskOtherVehicles experienced sudden unintended acceleration without driver input, leading to crashes, injuries, and difficulty stopping.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 2
Melting/Sticky Dashboard Causing Glare and Visibility Issues
65complaintsSafety riskOtherDashboard material melts and becomes sticky, creating a shiny surface that reflects sunlight and headlights, causing glare and obstructing driver visibility.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 3
Airbag Failure to Deploy During Collision
42complaintsSafety riskElectricalAirbags failed to deploy during collisions, resulting in injuries and safety risks.
- 4
Sun visor detachment or failure to stay upright
40complaintsMedium severityOtherDriver or passenger side sun visors either fell off or failed to stay upright, obstructing vision and posing a safety hazard.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 5
Front and rear struts leaking oil
33complaintsSafety riskSuspensionMultiple reports indicate that the front and rear struts are leaking oil, causing a need for replacement due to deterioration and potential safety concerns.
$500–$1,200est. strut/shock replacement (pair) · 2–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Excessive engine oil consumption
27complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine consumes oil at an abnormal rate, requiring frequent oil top-ups and potentially leading to engine failure.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Brake system responsiveness and pedal performance issues
24complaintsSafety riskBrakesBrake pedal was soft or unresponsive, sometimes contacting the floor mat during emergency stops, causing delayed stopping or collisions.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 10V040000
- 8
Acceleration surges during gear shifts or inclines
18complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences sudden acceleration surges during gear shifts or when driving uphill, causing erratic behavior.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Engine noise/knocking issues
18complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine produces loud knocking or unusual noises during operation, often attributed to internal mechanical issues.
- 10
Delayed deceleration or throttle lag after releasing accelerator pedal
15complaintsMedium severityOtherThe vehicle continues to accelerate or maintains speed for a noticeable delay after the driver removes their foot from the accelerator pedal.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 11
Unintended acceleration due to accelerator pedal design
14complaintsSafety riskEngineVehicles experienced unintended acceleration while braking or at low speeds, leading to crashes and loss of control.
- 12
Brake override system failure or delayed response
8complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe brake override system fails to stop unintended acceleration promptly, or the vehicle continues to accelerate even when the brakes are applied.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 10V040000
- 13
Poor headlight illumination and visibility
8complaintsMedium severityOtherHeadlights provided inadequate illumination, especially on hills or during turns, limiting visibility and increasing accident risk.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 14
Abnormal strut noise and vehicle instability
5complaintsMedium severitySuspensionNoise from the front suspension and instability when driving over bumps or turning is reported due to faulty struts.
$500–$1,200est. strut/shock replacement (pair) · 2–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Electrical system malfunctions
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalIssues included dashboard lights dimming, radio cutting out, and unusual noises from the electrical system.
- 16
Accelerator pedal modification causing driver discomfort and pedal reach issues
3complaintsMedium severityEngineRecall repairs involved shortening the accelerator pedal, causing driver discomfort and difficulty reaching the pedal.
- 17
Engine Stalling or Sudden RPM Drop During Cold Start
3complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine stalls or experiences sudden RPM drops shortly after cold start, affecting drivability.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Premature tire wear or vibration issues
3complaintsMedium severityOtherTires wore out prematurely or caused steering wheel vibration at highway speeds.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 19
Sunroof glass shattering without apparent cause
3complaintsSafety riskOtherThe sunroof glass unexpectedly shattered while driving, posing a risk of injury from flying glass and obstructing vision.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 20
Dashboard structural popping/cracking noise
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe dashboard emits popping or cracking noises when driving over uneven surfaces, linked to structural integrity issues.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 21
Parking brake failure or malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityBrakesParking brake failed to hold the vehicle securely, leading to unintended movement.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 10V040000
- 22
Rear window shattering without apparent cause
2complaintsMedium severityOtherRear windows shattered while stopped or at low speeds, with no visible cause.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
- 23
Seat or seat belt failure during collisions
2complaintsSafety riskOtherSeats or seat belts failed during collisions, increasing occupant injury risk.
Related recalls: 13V123000, 10V035000, 10V036000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.