1992 Toyota Camry Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1992 Toyota Camry. Part of Generation 3 (XV10) — 1992–1996.

19911993
Complaints
646
Crashes
38
Fires
24
Injuries
50
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 1992 Toyota Camry Problems

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

#1198 complaints

Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments

Crash-related:1
#293 complaints

Structure:Body:Hood

#383 complaints

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1992 Toyota Camry.

Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments
198
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hood
93
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
83
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
20
complaints
Crashes
14
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
181,318
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
10
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
145,750
Tires:Tread/Belt
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
104,350
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
186,980
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
85,000
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
122,000
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
Manual Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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1992 Toyota Camry — FAQ

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

Is the 1992 Toyota Camry reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1992 Toyota Camry has 646 NHTSA complaints, 38 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments with 198 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1992 Toyota Camry?
Top reported problems: Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments (198 complaints); Structure:Body:Hood (93 complaints); Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch (83 complaints). 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 1992 Toyota Camry?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 141,052 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1992 Toyota Camry?
NHTSA complaints for the 1992 Toyota Camry include 38 crash-related reports, 24 fire reports, 50 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 1992 Toyota Camry have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1992 Toyota Camry as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1992 Toyota Camry?
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 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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