Worst 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brakes
Airbags
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 9 | 2 | — | 31,109 mi | |
| Airbags | 8 | 5 | — | 41,989 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | — | — | 15,787 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 6 | 1 | — | 51,876 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | — | — | 10,888 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | 5 | — | 24,888 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Rear/Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~3,235 vehicles.
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.
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2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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