2000 Toyota Camry
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 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 | 780 |
| 2004 | 638 |
| 2005 | 721 |
| 2006 | 317 |
| 2007 | 2885 |
| 2008 | 933 |
| 2009 | 1293 |
| 2010 | 602 |
| 2011 | 598 |
| 2012 | 589 |
| 2013 | 274 |
| 2014 | 455 |
| 2015 | 268 |
| 2016 | 180 |
| 2017 | 148 |
| 2018 | 736 |
| 2019 | 392 |
| 2020 | 270 |
| 2021 | 154 |
| 2022 | 58 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 47 |
| 2025 | 146 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
24% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 108 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal and linkages.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
TL-CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY ----VEHICLE ACCELERATED GAS PEDAL WAS STUCK AND RAN INTO A LIGHT POLE ---TOW TRUCK DRIVER STATED THAT VEHICLE WAS TOTALED---CONTACT INQUIRED ABOUT ANY OTHER COMPLAINTS FILED ABOUT TOYOTA ACCELERATION PROBLEMS OR...
NHTSA ODI report, 20180103
MY VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130822
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO 65 MPH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE LOST CONTACT OF VEHICLE WHICH CAME TO A STOP AFTER FLIPPING OVER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121022
15% of complaints: service brakes — 67 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
CRASH FIRE INJURY13% of complaints: air bags — 61 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 1997 N/A Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while an acquaintance was driving approximately 45 MPH, the acquaintance crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250710
I WAS DRIVING DOWN A HIGHWAY EARLY IN THE MORNING WITH MY MOM, AND DAUGHTER WHO WAS IN AN INFANT CARSEAT. MY HUSBAND WAS FOLLOWING ME IN THE UHAUL WHEN I HIT A DEER GOING 55MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180615
WHILE DRIVING AT 60-65MPH, VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION, AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT. THIS RESULTED IN THE DRIVER HITTING HIS HEAD ON STEERING WHEEL. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030113
12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 54 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND NO WARNING THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20030128
8% of complaints: electrical system — 36 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front underhood and 12v/24v/48v battery.
CRASH FIRE INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT, THE REAR AXLE MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE STRENGTH IN SOME AREAS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE REAR AXLE HUB ASSEMBLIES.
Campaign 00V154000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL AND V6 ENGINES, AND BUILT AT ONE OF TWO LINES AT THE KENTUCKY PLANT. THE ACCELERATOR CABLE HOUSING COULD BE DEFORMED AT THE CRUI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR CABLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 23, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE
Campaign 01V012000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE SEIZURE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER S
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Campaign 06E026000 — check if this car was fixed
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Campaign 09E025000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Toyota Camry — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (108 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (67 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (61 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V154000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V012000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E025000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Toyota Camry reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Toyota Camry is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Toyota Camry?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Toyota Camry have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.