2005 Toyota Camry Solara Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara.

20042006
Complaints
131
Crashes
34
Fires
1
Injuries
19
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2005 Toyota Camry Solara Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#118 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:53,491 mi
Crash-related:13
#216 complaints

Structural Problems

Avg mileage:48,866 mi
#315 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:71,082 mi
Crash-related:6
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara.

Unintended Acceleration
18
complaints
Crashes
13
Fires
Avg Miles
53,491
Structural Problems
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,866
Airbags
15
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
Avg Miles
71,082
Automatic Transmission
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
18,634
Body Structure
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
74,816
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
50,908
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
82,914
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Mechanical:Integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Driveline
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2005 Toyota Camry Solara

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~420,326 vehicles.

11V539000Engine & Cooling
~420,326 affected

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AVALON VEHICLES; 2004 AND 2005 CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, HIGHLANDER, AND SIENNA VEHICLES, 2006 HIGHLANDER HYBRID; 2004 AND 2005 LEXUS ES330 AND RX330; AND 2006 LEXUS RX400H VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2004 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2005, EQUIPPED WITH THE 1MZ-FE OR 3MZ-FE ENGINE. THE AMOUNT OF ADHESIVE AGENT APPLIED BETWEEN THE OUTER RING AND THE TORSIONAL RUBBER DAMPER (INNER RING) IN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY MAY BE INADEQUATE. IF THE ADHESIVE IS INSUFFICIENT, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE OUTER RING MAY BECOME MISALIGNED AND IT MAY NOT PROPERLY ROTATE WITH THE INNER RING, CAUSING NOISE AND/OR ILLUMINATION OF THE BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR LIGHT.

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2005 Toyota Camry Solara — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2005 Toyota Camry Solara has 131 NHTSA complaints, 34 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Unintended Acceleration with 18 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara?
Top reported problems: Unintended Acceleration (18 complaints, avg 53,491 mi); Structural Problems (16 complaints, avg 48,866 mi); Airbags (15 complaints, avg 71,082 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 54,611 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara?
NHTSA complaints for the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara include 34 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 19 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2005 Toyota Camry Solara have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 420,326 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2005 Toyota Camry Solara?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Toyota Camry Solara reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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