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2014 Toyota Camry problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 640 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.7 times the median Camry year — the 2014 model ranks #16 of 42 Camry years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include one death and 74 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (128), other (75), and speed control (64), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

640

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

94

Crash-involved

8

Fires reported

74

Injuries

1

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other Camry years?

Camry NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted3,670 complaints1983: 6 complaints1984: 10 complaints1985: 19 complaints1986: 35 complaints1987: 70 complaints1988: 88 complaints1989: 138 complaints1990: 160 complaints1991: 186 complaints1992: 646 complaints1993: 334 complaints1994: 364 complaints1995: 373 complaints1996: 567 complaints1997: 685 complaints1998: 751 complaints1999: 661 complaints2000: 577 complaints2001: 356 complaints2002: 1,183 complaints2003: 946 complaints2004: 799 complaints2005: 905 complaints2006: 393 complaints2007: 3,670 complaints2008: 1,140 complaints2009: 1,616 complaints2010: 766 complaints2011: 781 complaints2012: 810 complaints2013: 377 complaints2014: 640 complaints2015: 362 complaints2016: 253 complaints2017: 206 complaints2018: 1,093 complaints2019: 565 complaints2020: 386 complaints2021: 196 complaints2022: 88 complaints2023: 93 complaints2024: 72 complaints
Camry 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 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission12820%
Other7512%
Speed Control6410%
Engine6210%
Electrical System609%
Airbags437%
Brakes396%
Fuel System325%
Suspension244%
Body & Structure244%
Steering223%
Tires & Wheels193%
Visibility & Wipers173%
Seats91%
Seat Belts81%
Lighting71%
Latches & Locks41%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)20%
Driver Assistance10%

Does the 2014 Toyota Camry have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V715000SuspensionNovember 7, 2014 · 5,650 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Camry, Camry HV, Avalon, and Avalon HV vehicles equipped with 16-inch and 17-inch rims. In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm may have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm may not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.

Consequence

Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm may separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

14V576000Fuel SystemSeptember 19, 2014 · 15,872 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE TURNING SIGNALS WOULD MALFUNCTIONING PERIODICALLY. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS BLACK SMOKE ENTERING THE VEHICLE FROM THE AIR VENTS PERIODICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FAMILY TOYOTA OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 1, 2019 · fire

“ON 11/5/2016 EARLY AFTERNOON WAS PARKING CAR WITH FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND RAN INTO A BRICK WALL AND CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE UNTIL MOVED IT INTO REVERSE. THIS HAPPENED IN LANCASTER CA. ALSO HAD A 2013 CAMRY THAT DID THE SAME THING IN LANCASTER CA.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 5, 2016 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE BRAKES IN ORDER TO PARK, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A POLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A COLLISION CENTER. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · July 22, 2014 · crash

“WHEN CAR WAS COMPLETELY STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, CAR MADE A LOUD NOISE AND STARTED SHAKING. THEN CAR ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. BRAKES LOCKED. CAR WOULDN'T STOP IN NEUTRAL OR IN PARK GEAR. IT CAUSED AN ACCIDENT BY REAR ENDING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. CAR ACCELERATED VERY QUICKLY AND STEERING WHEEL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 25, 2020 · crash

“THE TOYOTA CAMRY WAS INVOLVED IN A 2 VEHICLE ACCIDENT RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CORNER OF THE VEHICLE. THE CAMRY WAS NOT DRIVABLE AFTER THE ACCIDENT AND WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP. TWO DAYS LATER WHEN AN INSPECTOR WENT TO LOOK AT THE VEHICLE, IT WAS FOUND TO HAVE FIRE DAMAGE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 11, 2014 · crash · fire

2014 Toyota Camry — common questions

Is the 2014 Toyota Camry reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 640 complaints put the 2014 model at #16 of 42 Camry years. It is one of the Camry years to avoid.

What are the most common 2014 Camry problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (128 complaints), other (75 complaints), speed control (64 complaints).

Does the 2014 Toyota Camry have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Toyota Camry. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Toyota Camry years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Camry years to avoid are 2007, 2009, 2002, 2008, 2018, 2003, 2005, 2012, 2004, 2011, 2010, 1998, 1997, 1999, 1992, 2014, 2000, 1995. The cleanest record among Camry years belongs to 1983.

How safe is the 2014 Toyota Camry?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Toyota Camry earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.