2018 Toyota Camry Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Toyota Camry. Part of Generation 8 (XV70) — 2018–2024.

20172019
Complaints
1,048
per 10K Sold
30.5
US Sales
343,439
Crashes
80
Fires
10
Injuries
74
Fatalities
Recalls
8

Worst 2018 Toyota Camry Problems

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

#1173 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:19,445 mi
Crash-related:3
Fires:1
#2126 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:24,919 mi
Crash-related:4
#3126 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:45,329 mi
Crash-related:19
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Toyota Camry.

Transmission / Drivetrain
173
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
19,445
Engine Problems
126
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
24,919
Brakes
126
complaints
Crashes
19
Fires
1
Avg Miles
45,329
Fuel System
71
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
21,475
Unintended Acceleration
70
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
12,170
Electrical Faults
59
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
2
Avg Miles
27,052
Steering Defects
56
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
1
Avg Miles
42,050
Hydraulic Brakes
33
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
84,323
Gasoline Fuel System
27
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
34,556
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
25
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
1
Avg Miles
28,020
Wipers & Visibility
22
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
22,176
Airbags
20
complaints
Crashes
14
Fires
Avg Miles
67,054
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
18
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
39,555
Wheel Issues
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
10,963
Body Structure
14
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
6,651
Suspension Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
11,623
Electronic Stability Control
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,871
Seat Belt Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
17,539
Headlight/Taillight Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
19,283
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
26,000
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
18,904
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2018 Toyota Camry

8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,605,750 vehicles.

25V028000Fuel Pump
~858 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Camry, 2019 Lexus NX300, and 2019 RX350L vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

21V890000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
~227,490 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Camry vehicles. The vane cap inside the vacuum pump may break, causing the pump to fail, which could result in a sudden loss of braking assist.

20V682000Fuel Pump
~1,525,742 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

20V012000Fuel Pump
~1,830,752 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

19V503000Equipment:other:labels
~1,325 affected

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

18V211000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
~6,046 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.

18V200000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
~1,730 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine. The pistons on these vehicles may be larger than specified, possibly causing the engine to stall.

18V108000Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~11,807 affected

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with V6 engines. These vehicles have fuel delivery pipes that may not be properly connected to the fuel hoses in the engine compartment.

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2018 Toyota Camry — FAQ

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

Is the 2018 Toyota Camry reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2018 Toyota Camry has 1,048 NHTSA complaints, 80 crash-related, and 8 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 173 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 Toyota Camry?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (173 complaints, avg 19,445 mi); Engine Problems (126 complaints, avg 24,919 mi); Brakes (126 complaints, avg 45,329 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 2018 Toyota Camry?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 29,567 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 Toyota Camry?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 Toyota Camry include 80 crash-related reports, 10 fire reports, 74 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 2018 Toyota Camry have any recalls?
Yes — 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,605,750 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 2018 Toyota Camry?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

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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