2023 Toyota Camry Problems
Compared with other Toyota Camry years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
5/100 0.3× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.3× that of a typical Toyota Camry year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 43 of its 65 complaints were filed by the end of 2025.
- Most reported problem: Transmission shudder, hard shifts and whine (8 complaints, median 30,000 mi).
- 1 recall with a do-not-drive warning, 2 in total. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 65filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles, 13 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 21 do-not-drive
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 4 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 26 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl FWD · 22 city / 33 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2023 Toyota Camry (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Complaints on this model year are spread across many systems rather than one dominant fault. The most repeated themes are an intermittent no-response or surge from the accelerator at low speed, fuel odors and leaks around the tank and filler area, and the gas tank leaking after a fill. Transmission complaints describe shuddering and hard shifting, and several owners report a jerking at stops. Many reports come in under about 40,000 miles.
- Vehicle speed control
Intermittent accelerator lag or unexpected rev/surge
Mentioned in 8 of 58 sampled complaints
Owners describe the car not responding for a few seconds after pressing the accelerator, typically when pulling away from a stop, a light, or a driveway, with no warning lights. Others report the opposite: the engine revving on its own or the car lurching forward while the driver says they were braking, in a few cases ending in a low-speed impact. Complaints say dealers often could not reproduce the condition or found no stored codes. Reported from under 1,000 miles up to roughly 30,000 miles, usually at low speed from a stop or while parking.
What to check: On a test drive, practice several slow starts from a stop and note any delay or surge, and ask whether any dealer has looked into throttle response or stored codes.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“With the car on, and wanting to take off, I pressed the accelerator pedal and there was a several second delayed reaction in throttle response/car movement. The car eventually started to move. This is the 3rd time I have went to push the gas pedal and the car did not immediately respond. There are no check engine or other warning lights on the dashboard. This is a huge safety issue as one time I went to pull out and the car acceleration did not respond almost causing an accident. I have not yet taken the car to the dealership but plan to soon. …”
NHTSA complaint #11582888, filed 2024-04“After coming to a complete stop the throttle does not respond when it is time to move off. After pressing the gas pedal the car will not move forward and the motor does not respond as if it is getting any signal to move off. This happens intermittently and the dealership was not able to recreate after first reporting this issue. No warning indicators present the past 8 times this as occurred.”
NHTSA complaint #11694510, filed 2025-10 - Fuel system
Fuel smell and gasoline leaks around tank/filler
Mentioned in 4 of 58 sampled complaints
Complaints describe a strong gasoline smell in the garage or near the fuel door, often after filling the tank and parking overnight, and in some cases visible fuel on the ground under the car. Owners say the tank was not overfilled and no warning lights appeared. According to the complaints, dealers were sometimes unable to find a cause or replicate the leak. Mostly reported with a full or recently filled tank, often after the car sits overnight, from a few thousand up to about 27,000 miles.
What to check: After filling the tank, park and check under the car and around the filler neck for drips or a fuel odor, and ask whether any fuel-system inspection has been done.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“After filling my tank of gas (not overfilling), and parking the car overnight in the cold. I have gas that leaks out of my gas tank onto my garage floor. I reported this to the Dealership where I purchased on Feb 20, 2023 with photos. I have the car at Toyota Muscatine today 12/12/23 and they have been unable to replicate and are not sure what to fix since there is no current recall notice. I've sent both places photos now.”
NHTSA complaint #11559706, filed 2023-12“2023 Camry xle hybrid.With a full tank of gas I parked call in basement garage to avoid getting snow on vechile.Then a few days latter garage smells like gas.i can smell gas by the gas door. Has happened several times.Took to dealership they said their are no errors showing up.I feel gas fumes in house is a safety concern.car is under warranty and they charged for checking.I see on line post where other people have had issues with gas fumes problems.”
NHTSA complaint #11710712, filed 2026-01 - Transmission and drivetrain
Transmission shudder, hard shifts and whine
- 8 complaints (12%)
- median 30,000 mi at 3.1 yrs old (3 state mileage, few)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2023–2026
Owners report shuddering and hesitation during acceleration, jerking when the gas is released and reapplied in stop-and-go traffic, and occasional hard shifts at cruising speed. Some describe a whining or whistling noise tied to the transmission and eventual loss of normal shifting. Complaints say dealers sometimes found nothing wrong, while others diagnosed internal transmission faults requiring replacement. Reported from low mileage up to around 67,000 miles, often during low-speed stop-and-go driving or light acceleration.
What to check: Test drive at low speed with repeated light acceleration and listen for whine or shudder, and ask for transmission service records or any prior diagnosis.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“This 2023 was bought brand new and has been driven for 2.5 years. At just over 60000 miles the transmission failed. I have had this car serviced regularly with no indications or warnings of any problems until it just stopped shifting normally one day. Took it to toyota and they ran a diagnostic indeed stating the transmission has to be replaced entirely. And because I am just over 60000 miles they will not honor a warranty on it. Transmissions should not go out at 62000 miles. This is a defect.”
NHTSA complaint #11657132, filed 2025-04“Transmission (UB80E) 2023 Toyota Camry; when pushing on the gas pedal there is a whining/whistling sound: vehicle shutters and all at once takes off like an airplane; gear shifting is not right. Inspected 0n 6/8/2026 by Toyota Dealer - noise coming from the transmission due to the final drive going out. No DTC's present at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #11742906, filed 2026-06
Buying note. Treat this as a low-mileage car with scattered rather than systemic complaints: check for fuel odors after a fill, test slow-speed throttle and transmission behavior, and confirm any infotainment or safety-system updates were done.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 58 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 65 consumer complaints for the 2023 Toyota Camry. 13 of the complaints include a mileage, and 85% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 30,000 miles. Of all complaints, 10 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 7 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns (1 marked do-not-drive) and 125 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 15 Toyota Camry model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 5 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown18 28%
- Electrical system9 14%
- Fuel system8 12%
- Brakes6 9.2%
- Vehicle speed control6 9.2%
- Air bags5 7.7%
- Engine5 7.7%
- Body and structure5 7.7%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (4), Back-over prevention (rear camera) (3), Lane departure (3), Tires (3), Exterior lighting (2), Wheels (2), Latches, locks and linkages (1).
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “I noticed water in my car , mostly on the passenger side ( rear about 1/2 of water ) smell . Under all floor mats but mostly the rear passenger floor . I was told later 3/5/24, that’s it’s the evaporator tube . It is clogged by Spider webs and has caused extensive damage and mold in my car. It’s about $16,329.00 of damages.”
NHTSA complaint #11578254, filed 2024-03Electrical system: “Electrical light the car didn't want to start even the battery is good No risk to other maybe if I stay stuck in the middle of no where I have not taking the car to no one No one has inspected Yes they were light on the dashboard”
NHTSA complaint #11741090, filed 2026-05Fuel system: “On multiple occasion's the vehicle takes longer than usual to start and it suddenly starts misfiring and running poorly when I'm driving it. At one point I was turning into a busy intersection and I thought the vehicle was going to stall. I have taken the vehicle to the dealership and they have confirmed there is problem with the fuel injectors. When the vehicle runs poorly, multiple warning lights appear on the dash and several of the safety systems are disabled. The vehicle is presently at the dealership for repairs, it only has 11,000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #11632817, filed 2024-12Transmission and drivetrain: “My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a normal or safe operating procedure. The problem occurs intermittently and has happened multiple times. I believe there may be a defect involving the ignition key release system, shift interlock, park position switch, or a related electrical component. …”
NHTSA complaint #11752230, filed 2026-07Mileage when problems were reported
85% of the 13 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 10,000 and 40,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Toyota Camry. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.9% risk |
| Camry · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.9% risk |
| Camry · sedan FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.9% risk |
| Camry · sedan FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.9% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2023 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2022: same overall rating; 2024: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2023 Toyota Camry version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Camry AWD LE/SE | 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Camry AWD XLE/XSE | 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,400 |
| Camry LE/SE FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Camry TRD FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Camry XLE/XSE FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Camry XSE FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,600 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studsCovers: Toyota Camry 2023, Camry Hybrid 2023
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
- 24V128000Feb 21, 2024SeatsCovers: Toyota Camry 2023–2024, Camry Hybrid 2023–2024
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with…
Recall details for the 2023 Toyota Camry → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 125 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11032472Apr 14, 2026Body and structure. Some 2018 – 2024 model year Camry and 2018 – 2026 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles may exhibit the weatherstrip on the panoramic roof center glass peeling on the edges of the glass.
- 11032467Apr 1, 2026Engine. Some customers may experience a rough running engine with a MIL ON P140018 DTC. Upon further inspection, a loose C90/C27 connector pin at the EGR valve may be found. To correct this concern, please…
- 11029896Feb 27, 2026Engine. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
- 11028726Jan 30, 2026Electrical system. OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
- 11028722Jan 28, 2026Electrical system. Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest…
- 11028712Jan 7, 2026Other or unknown. Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and…
- 11020670Jun 25, 2025Electrical system. Some 2021 – 2022 model year Avalon, 2018 – 2024 Camry, 2019 – 2025 model year Corolla, 2022 – 2025 model year Corolla Cross, and 2019 – 2025 model year RAV4 vehicles with A25A-FKS and M20A-FKS…
- 11020657Jun 13, 2025Electrical system. The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in…
- 11019332Apr 2, 2025Electrical system. To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the…
- 11018329Apr 2, 2025Electrical system. To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the…
Other model years of the Toyota Camry
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52 | 5,555 | 1 | 5 | 26 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 65 | 30,000 | 2 | 5 | 26 | 5 · Fewer | Too new |
| 2022 | 65 | 41,000 | 1 | 5 | 26 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2021 | 158 | 20,500 | 1 | 5 | 26 | 8 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2020 | 275 | 7,750 | 3 | 5 | 31 | 52 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 400 | 11,100 | 6 | 5 | 32 | 76 · More | Stable |
| 2018 | 754 | 17,500 | 8 | 5 | 32 | 98 · More | Falling |
| 2017 | 148 | 30,797 | 3 | 5 | 27 | 17 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2016 | 184 | 28,886 | 2 | 5 | 28 | 22 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2015 | 271 | 39,700 | 1 | 5 | 28 | 6 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2014 | 455 | 37,060 | 3 | 5 | 28 | 48 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 274 | 26,500 | 2 | 5 | 28 | 27 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2012 | 590 | 40,000 | 2 | 5 | 28 | 57 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 602 | 49,000 | 5 | 3–4 | 25 | 78 · More | Falling |
| 2010 | 604 | 30,000 | 9 | — | 26 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2009 | 1,294 | 49,000 | 10 | — | 25 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2008 | 933 | 55,000 | 7 | — | 25 | 81 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 2,888 | 60,000 | 9 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 317 | 42,748 | 5 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 721 | 42,000 | 5 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 638 | 45,000 | 3 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 782 | 48,785 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 953 | 50,000 | 4 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 272 | 70,000 | 2 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2000 | 454 | 70,000 | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 501 | 80,732 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 600 | 85,000 | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 555 | 87,000 | 3 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1996 | 417 | 96,428 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1995 | 303 | 122,589 | 1 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 287 | 105,514 | 1 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 260 | 134,508 | 0 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 565 | 126,000 | 0 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 149 | 119,500 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1990 | 134 | 150,500 | 2 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 113 | 153,500 | 3 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1988 | 64 | 90,000 | 4 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 58 | 159,796 | 3 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1986 | 32 | 76,110 | 0 | — | 27 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1985 | 13 | 58,000 | 0 | — | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 1984 | 8 | — | 2 | — | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 1983 | 6 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Toyota Camry model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Camry?
Complaints on this model year are spread across many systems rather than one dominant fault. The issues reported most often: Intermittent accelerator lag or unexpected rev/surge; Fuel smell and gasoline leaks around tank/filler; Transmission shudder, hard shifts and whine.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2023 Toyota Camry have?
NHTSA recorded 65 consumer complaints for the 2023 Toyota Camry as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2023 Toyota Camry is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 18 complaints (28% of the total), followed by electrical system with 9.
Has the 2023 Toyota Camry been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year, 1 of them with a do-not-drive advisory. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2023 Toyota Camry do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2023 Toyota Camry 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 4 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Toyota Camry get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Toyota Camry (Camry, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 26 mpg combined, 22 city and 33 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,600 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2023 Toyota Camry reported?
Among the 13 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 30,000 miles and the middle half falls between 10,000 and 40,000 miles; 85% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.