2008 Toyota Camry Solara Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara.

20072009
Complaints
99
Crashes
12
Fires
2
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2008 Toyota Camry Solara Problems

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

#115 complaints

Structural Problems

Avg mileage:42,700 mi
#211 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:15,427 mi
Crash-related:5
#38 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:72,603 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara.

Structural Problems
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
42,700
Unintended Acceleration
11
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
15,427
Body Structure
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
72,603
Headlight/Taillight Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
72,752
Wipers & Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
183,035
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Interior Panels:Dashboard
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Rear Window Defogger
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Manual Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Rear
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Interior
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2008 Toyota Camry Solara

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~279,166 vehicles.

16V396000Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler
~7,749 affected

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

10V035000Equipment:other:labels
~271,417 affected

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

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2008 Toyota Camry Solara — FAQ

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

Is the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2008 Toyota Camry Solara has 99 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Structural Problems with 15 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara?
Top reported problems: Structural Problems (15 complaints, avg 42,700 mi); Unintended Acceleration (11 complaints, avg 15,427 mi); Body Structure (8 complaints, avg 72,603 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 2008 Toyota Camry Solara?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 66,282 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara include 12 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 5 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 2008 Toyota Camry Solara have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 279,166 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 2008 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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