Worst 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brakes
Unintended Acceleration
Electronic Stability Control
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 53 | 4 | — | 86,136 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 18 | 1 | — | 71,104 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 15 | — | — | 98,611 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 11 | — | — | 117,250 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | 1 | 79,918 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 8 | — | — | 71,216 mi | |
| Body Structure | 8 | 3 | 1 | 81,858 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 8 | — | — | 78,524 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | 4 | — | 72,826 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Parking Brake:Driveline:Hydraulic:Actuator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Fluid System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,336,943 vehicles.
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.
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2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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