1983 Toyota Camry
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 4
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1983
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1983: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 58 |
| 1988 | 69 |
| 1989 | 117 |
| 1990 | 136 |
| 1991 | 155 |
| 1992 | 569 |
| 1993 | 263 |
| 1994 | 306 |
| 1995 | 303 |
| 1996 | 417 |
| 1997 | 555 |
| 1998 | 600 |
| 1999 | 501 |
| 2000 | 454 |
| 2001 | 272 |
| 2002 | 953 |
| 2003 | 782 |
| 2004 | 638 |
| 2005 | 721 |
| 2006 | 317 |
| 2007 | 2,886 |
| 2008 | 933 |
| 2009 | 1,294 |
| 2010 | 604 |
| 2011 | 599 |
| 2012 | 590 |
| 2013 | 274 |
| 2014 | 455 |
| 2015 | 269 |
| 2016 | 182 |
| 2017 | 148 |
| 2018 | 754 |
| 2019 | 399 |
| 2020 | 275 |
| 2021 | 157 |
| 2022 | 62 |
| 2023 | 64 |
| 2024 | 52 |
| 2025 | 146 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
2 of 6 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and buckle assembly.
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The car has Takata seatbelts and the front passenger and drivers broke. Please explain. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-13
Suspension
1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing shock absorber.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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Car rear ended in accident. Gas tank was ruptured. Driver found out that the fuel tank was very rusty. Please describe details. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-20
Electrical system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.
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Consumer recieve recall on electrical system regulator had it fix 1987 is now having the same problem with car. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-15
Child seat
1 of 6 total reports mentions: child seat, most commonly citing handle (infant).
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While placing the child inside of the car seat the red button collapsed. As a result the child was not restrained securely in the seat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-15
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first
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1983-12-20Electrical system83V133000 Voltage regulator which controls the amount of flow in the electrical system between the battery and the alternator, may have manufacturing errors in an integrated circuit. The regulator may…
Remedy: Dealer will replace the voltage regulator at no charge.
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1984-09-21Defect petitionClosed 1985-01-02 Shoulder harness problem
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1986-04-02Defect petitionClosed 1986-08-07 Sudden acceleration
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1987-09-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-03-30 Igniter assembly failure
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1989-12-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 1990-03-21 Failed speed control
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1990-02-28Vehicle speed control90V040000 Cruise control computer malfunction could occur upon shutting off the control after continuous use followed by cold ambient temperatures.
Remedy: Replace computer with one of improved design.
Buy-smart checklist
1983 Toyota Camry — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 83V133000 · Electrical system
- Recall 90V040000 · Vehicle speed control
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1983 Toyota Camry 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 1983 Toyota Camry?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1983 Toyota Camry 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.