repaired · 2016 Q1
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm may separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.
2014 Toyota CamryProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 455 owner complaints about the 2014 Toyota Camry, most often about the power train. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-715 the manufacturer reports only 90% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 18, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mic from Reading - Berkshire, United Kingdom, CC BY 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Toyota Camry has problems
455 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
128Power train1 crash/fire/injury
64Vehicle speed control22 crash/fire/injury
57Engine3 crash/fire/injury
55Electrical system6 crash/fire/injury
42Air bags30 crash/fire/injury
36Service brakes13 crash/fire/injury
27Fuel/propulsion system
24Suspension
24Structure
11117 other systems15 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 128 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 64 | 22 |
| Engine | 57 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 55 | 6 |
| Air bags | 42 | 30 |
| Service brakes | 36 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 27 | 2 |
| Suspension | 24 | 3 |
| Structure | 24 | 11 |
| 17 other systems | 111 | 15 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2014 Toyota Camry recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring
Risk. A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
Mileage at failure
When do power train problems start?
80kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 76 power train complaints. 61% were reported before 100,000 miles.
20under 30k miles46under 100k miles30100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other Camry year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Camry median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 Toyota Camry safety ratings
2014 Toyota Camry 4 DR FWD Later Release in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (0.0% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Camry owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The torque converter is malfunctioning. This malfunction can damage the entire transmission by releasing metal debris into the transmission system due to severe shuddering. If the torque converter fails while driving, I could lose acceleration power and potentially lose power steering assist and…
Transmission shudder - noticed transmission vibration at speeds from 25 to 30 mph and before 50 mph. Took the car to a shop for wheel alignment, vibration still felt. Took to a dealer, Hamer Toyota in Mission Hills, CA., and dealer said, it could be just the transmission oil, so I had the oil…
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle hesitated before jolting into the next gear. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle almost stalled and was shuddering abnormally before…
Own a 2014 Camry?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.