Most common 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems
Share of the 23 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Toyota Camry Hybrid complaints by model year
Best Camry Hybrid years: 2016, 2017, 2023. Years to avoid: 2025, 2012, 2007, 2008, 2009. Compare all years →
2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid recalls (2)
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Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011…
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed.
Seats
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and…
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 2 possible defects involving the 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid:
Brake Actuator malfunction
On June 25, 2014, Toyota initiated a Warranty Enhancement Program (ZE1) to extend warranty coverage for the brake actuator assembly and skid control ECU/brake pedal stroke sensor in certain MY 2007 to 2011 Toyota Camry hybrid vehicles.
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.
What 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid owners say
Brakes
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the ABS, vehicle stability control, brakes, and TPMS warning lights illuminated. The contact merged over to the side of the road and opened the Owner's manual. The contact read that due to the warning lights being illuminated, the vehicle should not be driven. The contact drove the vehicle to the dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed with, TPMS battery replacement, a leak inside of the accumulator, and a fractured actuator assembly failure. The vehicle was repaired for the most recent failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,417.
The brakes failed on this car January 6, 2016, causing me to collide with the rear end of a truck while going about five miles per hour. I was in normal traffic, on a city street, coming to a slow stop, and as I approached the vehicle about 15 feet in front of me, waiting in line for the turn lane, I depressed the brake, which was hard as a rock. However, the car would not stop; consequently, I hit the other vehicle. I was going so slow that the airbags did not deploy. Fortunately no one was hurt, although my vehicle sustained about $1200 in damage. I believe this problem was caused by either the ABS brake actuator or the brake pedal stroke sensor. However, the car was seen by a Toyota corporation representative who stated in writing there is nothing wrong with the car. This car has already been repaired under a service campaign for the fluid reservoir filter. …
Body & structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor would drop down independently while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that he had to manually hold up the sun visor while driving. The contact stated that the failure caused his vision to be obstructed while driving. Modesto Toyota (4513 mchenry ave, modesto, ca 95356, [phone]) was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was advised to schedule a diagnostic test but declined to do so. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 98,100.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that the dashboard melted and was sticky, which made it very difficult to clean. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer advised the contact to call NHTSA and provided case number: 1705190412. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Speed control & acceleration
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid. While driving approximately 30 MPH and attempting to make a turn, the cruise control failed to disengage. The vehicle inadvertently accelerated and crashed into a guardrail without warning. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was damaged, but was drivable. A police report was not filed and no injures were sustained. The contact called darcars Toyota silver spring at [phone] (located at 12210 cherry hill rd, silver spring, md 20904) and was informed that the dealer had recently completed repairs on the cruise control system. The technician advised the contact to schedule an appointment. The vehicle was not taken back to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the event data recorder needed to be inspected. The failure mileage was approximately 124,785.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle erroneously accelerated and failed to respond to deceleration attempts. The contact also mentioned that the failure recurred while driving in reverse. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000. The VIN was unavailable.
2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | FWD | 31 / 35 / 33 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid a good car?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 Camry Hybrid rates average: 21% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Camry Hybrid at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid?
The brakes — 7 complaints, 30% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the body & structure (5) and speed control & acceleration (3).
How many recalls does the 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid, the most recent from April 9, 2013 (labels). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Toyota Camry Hybrid?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2016, 2017 and 2023. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2025, 2012, 2007, 2008 and 2009. See the full Toyota Camry Hybrid years comparison.
At what mileage do 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 60,000 miles; 42% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.