1993 Toyota Camry Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 8%of 260 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 146,430miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the electrical system of the 1993 Toyota Camry, 8% of the 260 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 146,430 miles. 7 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“(1) break is not functioning properly, break light is showing, after adding fluid light disappear and function after several pumping, pushing of the break down and releasing towards up. Seems limited friction to function the break. Went to mechanic shop, was unable to detect, rather filled with break fluid and injected break fluid through physical pumping to the break. Works until few miles drive , after that break fluid level start falling down and break start to loose its function. …”
NHTSA complaint #11138840, filed 2018-10, 165,860 miles“We bought this car used, in the last two months we have had to replace the rings, and valves, we have replaced the battery because the battery moved around under the hoos, the lead was exposed, the rear side window froze in the down position, went up and the froze agin, had to disban, the automatic trans. Has to be replaced $2500.00, the car will not shift into 3rd gear, if we stop it won't go any farther. If we stop turn off the car and wait a min. It will start and go until you have to slow the car down, then you stop and turn off the engine. …”
NHTSA complaint #713864, filed 1999-10“The contact owns a 1993 Toyota Camry. While driving 65 MPH, the contact noticed smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle. The instrument panel lights illuminated and the vehicle began to shake. Approximately two minutes later, she noticed flames coming from the hood. The fire department was unable to determine the cause of the fire and the dealer has not inspected the vehicle. The fire destroyed the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that they may not be able to inspect the vehicle because it is not under warranty. A police report was filed. The current and failure mileages were 127,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10193929, filed 2007-06, 127,000 miles“Was stopped by police no tail or brake lights were working. Took car to dealership, and they could not determine the problem at first. Then , gave us a very large estimate to repair the vehicle. Brought car back home and found a used part to fix the lights. Have had to replace twice in 2 years. Now all the wires burned up.”
NHTSA complaint #10196375, filed 2007-07“Had just parked vehicle when smoke was noticed coming from the hood. Husband noticed flames underneath vehicle. Fire department called & put flames out. Smoke was thick & black while vehicle was on fire. Vehicle had previously experienced electrical shorts on/off. Also, had 3 batteries replaced since alarm system was installed. The engine was completely burned out.”
NHTSA complaint #841623, filed 1999-07Related service bulletins
- 10152205Jan 6, 2017TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles…
- 10111390Apr 10, 2015TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many…
- 10111197Apr 10, 2015TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 4% |
| 2023 | 9 | 14% |
| 2022 | 9 | 14% |
| 2021 | 8 | 5% |
| 2020 | 68 | 25% |
| 2019 | 27 | 7% |
| 2018 | 68 | 9% |
| 2017 | 23 | 16% |
| 2016 | 21 | 11% |
| 2015 | 31 | 11% |
| 2014 | 55 | 12% |
| 2013 | 29 | 11% |
| 2012 | 62 | 11% |
| 2011 | 32 | 5% |
| 2010 | 25 | 4% |
| 2009 | 82 | 6% |
| 2008 | 48 | 5% |
| 2007 | 231 | 8% |
| 2006 | 21 | 7% |
| 2005 | 33 | 5% |
| 2004 | 37 | 6% |
| 2003 | 20 | 3% |
| 2002 | 36 | 4% |
| 2001 | 20 | 7% |
| 2000 | 31 | 7% |
| 1999 | 41 | 8% |
| 1998 | 33 | 6% |
| 1997 | 40 | 7% |
| 1996 | 26 | 6% |
| 1995 | 18 | 6% |
| 1994 | 23 | 8% |
| 1993 | 20 | 8% |
| 1992 | 26 | 5% |
| 1991 | 23 | 15% |
| 1990 | 9 | 7% |
| 1989 | 11 | 10% |
| 1988 | 13 | 20% |
| 1987 | 6 | 10% |
| 1985 | 3 | 23% |
| 1983 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 1993 Toyota Camry
45 complaintsEngine cooling
40 complaintsBrakes
30 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
29 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
22 complaintsBody and structure
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
21 complaintsSeat belts
15 complaintsTires
14 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsExterior lighting
9 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Toyota Camry
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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