2007 Toyota Camry Solara

◆ Worse than typical
2007 Toyota Camry Solara
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:47:00.940Z

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

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
126
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Exterior lighting

21% of complaints

Complaints per year

1999: 84 complaints 1999 2000: 66 complaints 2001: 53 complaints 2001 2002: 60 complaints 2003: 24 complaints 2003 2004: 161 complaints 2005: 92 complaints 2005 2006: 116 complaints 2007: 126 complaints 2007 126 2008: 83 complaints 2009: 1 complaint 2009
1999: 84 complaints 1999 2000: 66 complaints 2000 2001: 53 complaints 2001 2002: 60 complaints 2002 2003: 24 complaints 2003 2004: 161 complaints 2004 2005: 92 complaints 2005 2006: 116 complaints 2006 2007: 126 complaints 2007 126 2008: 83 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009
1999: 84 complaints 1999 2000: 66 complaints 2000 2001: 53 complaints 2001 2002: 60 complaints 2002 2003: 24 complaints 2003 2004: 161 complaints 2004 2005: 92 complaints 2005 2006: 116 complaints 2006 2007: 126 complaints 2007 126 2008: 83 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009

2007: 126 complaints

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YearComplaints
19980
199984
200066
200153
200260
200324
2004161
200592
2006116
2007126
200883
20091

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Exterior lighting

21% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing headlights.

Structure

21% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing body and dashboard.

Electrical system

11% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and ignition.

FIRE
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Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and unoccupied when it ignited into massive flames. The fire department was called to extinguish the flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-17

Air bags

10% · 13 reports
CRASHINJURY
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My 2007 Toyota solora cuts off as I'm driving! I just purchased this car found out it has a few recalls ! I'm scared , this is very dangerous! What's wrong with my car?

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-15

Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system

The airbag warning light comes on at times constantly and occasionally intermittently. The connection under both front seats has been checked and found secured.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-11-22

Vehicle speed control

10% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASHINJURY
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Twice: once in August and most importantly 09/07/2024 was slowing down to stop at a dry cleaners when the car reved up and accelerated forward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-10

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH, the rpms increased excessively and the vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-01

Car accelerated high and went straight thru garage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-05

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-12-21Air bags06V488000 On certain vehicles equipped with curtain side air bags (CSA), the CSA tether strap located in the front pillars may have been incorrectly routed during the assembly process.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect both CSA front tether straps, and if necessary, reroute them. The recall began on December 21, 2006. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371.

  2. ▮
    2007Complaint volume 126 complaints filed for this model year.
  3. R
    2016-07-14Seats16V396000 Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser,...

    Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Toyota Camry Solara — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Exterior lighting: 26 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 26 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V488000 · Air bags
  • Recall 16V396000 · Seats

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Toyota Camry Solara reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Toyota Camry Solara is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Camry Solara?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Toyota Camry Solara have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.