2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 602 |
| 2008 | 162 |
| 2009 | 118 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 85 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
45% of complaints: service brakes — 53 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING 5 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180226
15% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING 5 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180226
13% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 15 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 8 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FL
Remedy: TOYOTA FILED AN AMENDED DEFECT REPORT ON NOVEMBER 25, 2009, STATING THAT DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, ALTER THE SHAPE OF THE FLOOR SURFACE UNDER THE PEDAL. THES
Campaign 09V388000 — check if this car was fixed
Power Window Master Switch Fire
Power Window Master Switch Fire
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles
Remedy: Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners th
Campaign 12V491000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, an
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contac
Campaign 13V014000 — check if this car was fixed
Brake Actuator malfunction
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4,...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015.
Campaign 15V689000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (53 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V388000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 12V491000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V014000 (air bags, seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V689000 (visibility) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.