2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid
Only 28 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
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
Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
11 of 28 total reports mention: service brakes.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE BRAKES ARE BEST DESCRIBED AS GRABBY AT LOW SPEEDS, E.G., COMING TO STOP SIGN OR PULLING INTO GARAGE. THE PROBLEM LEADS TO JERKY STOP/GO/STOP/GO/STOP SITUATIONS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180728
VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING IN TRAFFIC ON I-526 IN CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC. THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME PUT ON BREAKS DUE TO A TRUCK MERGING IN FRONT OF HIS VEHICLE. THE BRAKING SYSTEM IN MY CAR, BRAKED, THEN THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD AS BRAKES WERE APPLIED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180530
4 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.
3 of 28 total reports mention: wheels.
3 of 28 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
3 of 28 total reports mention: steering.
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CAR SWERVING OUT OF CONTROL: I WAS DRIVING EAST ON THE MASS TURNPIKE ON A SOMEWHAT WET EVENING, 2/25/18, THROUGH MIST, WHEN I DROVE OVER AN AREA OF THE HIGHWAY THAT HAD A PATCHED SURFACE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180307
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (3 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2018 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 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.