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2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 6 complaints on file for the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

6

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2017 compare to other Camry Hybrid years?

Camry Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 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, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Camry Hybrid years to avoid →

What are the most common 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control233%
Brakes117%
Electrical System117%
Other117%
Steering117%

Does the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid have recalls?

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

17V295000Tires & WheelsMay 2, 2017 · 409 units

Defect

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

Consequence

A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO THE FLOORBOARD, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL NEEDED TO BE DEPRESSED MULTIPLE TIMES FOR THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE TO NORMAL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · November 24, 2019

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED; HOWEVER, THE BRAKE PEDAL OPERATED PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO VENTURA TOYOTA (6360 AUTO CENTER DR, VENTURA, CA 93003). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 18, 2017

“WHILE MAKING TURNS ON WELL-MAINTAINED CITY STREETS, THE CAMRY HYBRID'S REAR END IS UNSTABLE. IT FISHTAILS. I EXPERIENCED THIS TWICE WHILE MAKING RIGHT-HAND TURNS, ONCE ON DRY PAVEMENT AND ONCE ON WET PAVEMENT. THESE ARE LOW-SPEED TURNS. I ALSO EXPERIENCED THIS WHILE DRIVING ON A ROUNDABOUT AT A LOW…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 3, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED; HOWEVER, THE BRAKE PEDAL OPERATED PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO VENTURA TOYOTA (6360 AUTO CENTER DR, VENTURA, CA 93003). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · December 18, 2017

“AT LEAST TWO WEEKS AGO, TOYOTA UPDATED ITS ENTUNE NAVIGATION SOFTWARE WITH A FLAWED SYSTEM UPDATE THAT ELIMINATED THE VOICE COMMAND SYSTEM FOR PHONES, NAVIGATION, ETC. TOYOTA HAS FAILED TO PROVIDE PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF THE PROBLEM AND HAS TO-DATE FAILED TO COME UP WITH A SOLUTION TO CORRECTING THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 31, 2018

2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid reliable?

The record is thin — 6 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 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 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation 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.

How safe is the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.