MYRModel Year Report

2008 Toyota Camry Solara

● Typical for this model
2008 Toyota Camry Solara
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:44:43.498Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota Camry Solara Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 84 complaints 2000: 66 complaints 2000 2001: 53 complaints 2002: 60 complaints 2002 2003: 24 complaints 2004: 161 complaints 2004 2005: 92 complaints 2006: 113 complaints 2006 2007: 126 complaints 2008: 83 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2009
2008: 83 complaints
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YearComplaints
19980
199984
200066
200153
200260
200324
2004161
200592
2006113
2007126
200883
20091

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 18%

18% of complaints: structure — 15 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 13%

13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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DECEMBER 21, 2013.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140108

STRUCTURE 10%

10% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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DECEMBER 21, 2013.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140108

VISIBILITY/WIPER 8%

8% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 7 distinct reports on file.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 8%

8% of complaints: exterior lighting — 7 distinct reports on file.

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MY 2008 TOYOTA SOLARA HEADLIGHTS ARE REALLY SCARY TO DRIVE WITH AT NIGHT. THE VISIBILITY IS ALMOST NONE. THE HIGH BEAMS ARE LIKE REGULAR BEAMS ON EVERY OTHER CAR. MY LOW BEAMS ARE NONEXISTENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171113

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20100527 — equipment

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECAL

Campaign 10V035000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20160714 — seats

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.

Campaign 16V396000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Toyota Camry Solara — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10V035000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V396000 (seats) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2001 ● 2002 ● 2000

WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara have?

2 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.