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2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 32 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.6 times the median Camry Hybrid year — the 2014 model ranks #8 of 21 Camry Hybrid years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (7), other (6), and electrical system (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

32

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

2

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other Camry Hybrid years?

Camry Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted966 complaints2006: 3 complaints2007: 966 complaints2008: 225 complaints2009: 171 complaints2010: 12 complaints2011: 29 complaints2012: 76 complaints2013: 35 complaints2014: 32 complaints2015: 25 complaints2016: 5 complaints2017: 6 complaints2018: 37 complaints2019: 20 complaints2020: 9 complaints2021: 8 complaints2022: 2 complaints2023: 1 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 7 complaints2026: 101 complaints
Camry Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes722%
Other619%
Electrical System516%
Speed Control413%
Body & Structure26%
Seat Belts26%
Visibility & Wipers13%
Lighting13%
Seats13%
Suspension13%
Tires & Wheels13%
Airbags13%

Does the 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

13V505000Visibility & WipersOctober 17, 2013 · 9,795 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & manufacturing North America, Inc. (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Camry and Camry HV, model year 2013 Avalon and Avalon HV and model year 2014 Corolla vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper switch assembly may short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

Consequence

A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“AFTER ONE YEAR DRIVING THIS CAR AS YELLOW TAXI NYC CAB ITS NOT GOOD FOR THIS TYPE OF HEAVY DUTY WITH MILESI PUT ON MOST OF DASH PORT LIGHT ARE ON BREAK BECOME SO LOOSE CAUSING ATWICE CAR ACCIDENT AND ONE OF THEM WAS SO SERIOUS PLEASR YOU SHOULD RECALL THIS CAR TO FIX THIS COMMAN PRABLEM AS SOON AS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 15, 2014 · crash

“AFTER ONE YEAR DRIVING THIS CAR AS YELLOW TAXI NYC CAB ITS NOT GOOD FOR THIS TYPE OF HEAVY DUTY WITH MILESI PUT ON MOST OF DASH PORT LIGHT ARE ON BREAK BECOME SO LOOSE CAUSING ATWICE CAR ACCIDENT AND ONE OF THEM WAS SO SERIOUS PLEASR YOU SHOULD RECALL THIS CAR TO FIX THIS COMMAN PRABLEM AS SOON AS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 15, 2014 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED SHORTLY AFTERWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 22, 2016

“AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 AM, ON 3/10/2015, WHILE MY WIFE WAS MAKING THE FINAL APPROACH (APPROXIMATELY 5 FT.) TO A PARKING SPOT AT THE MILL BAKERY, NAVOO, IL; SHE EXPERIENCED AN UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION. THE HYBRID CAR WAS RUNNING ON ITS ELECTRIC MOTOR WHEN MY WIFE BEGAN TO STEP ON THE BRAKE TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · March 10, 2015 · crash

“AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 AM, ON 3/10/2015, WHILE MY WIFE WAS MAKING THE FINAL APPROACH (APPROXIMATELY 5 FT.) TO A PARKING SPOT AT THE MILL BAKERY, NAVOO, IL; SHE EXPERIENCED AN UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION. THE HYBRID CAR WAS RUNNING ON ITS ELECTRIC MOTOR WHEN MY WIFE BEGAN TO STEP ON THE BRAKE TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · March 10, 2015 · crash

2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 32 complaints put the 2014 model at #8 of 21 Camry Hybrid years. It is one of the Camry Hybrid years to avoid.

What are the most common 2014 Camry Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (7 complaints), other (6 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints).

Does the 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Toyota Camry Hybrid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Camry Hybrid years to avoid are 2007, 2008, 2009, 2026, 2012, 2018, 2013, 2014. The cleanest record among Camry Hybrid years belongs to 2024.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.