Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 83 | 1.2× | 2 | Body | Average |
| 2007 | 126 | 1.8× | 2 | Headlight | Caution |
| 2006 | 116 | 1.7× | 2 | Body | Caution |
| 2005 | 92 | typical | 1 | Body | Average |
| 2004 | 161 | 2.1× | 1 | Body | Avoid |
| 2003 | 24 | −64% | — | Airbag | Good |
| 2002 | 60 | −24% | — | Acceleration | Average |
| 2001 | 53 | −36% | — | Airbag | Average |
| 2000 | 66 | typical | 1 | Wheel & Tire | Average |
| 1999 | 84 | typical | — | Airbag | Average |
* Complaints compared with the median Camry Solara year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Toyota Camry Solara problems
Latest Toyota Camry Solara recalls
Seats › Front assembly › Seat heater/cooler
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010…
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016.
Engine and engine cooling
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004 avalon vehicles; 2004 and 2005 camry, camry solara, highlander, and sienna vehicles, 2006 highlander hybrid; 2004 and 2005 Lexus es330 and rx330; and 2006 Lexus rx400h vehicles manufactured from June 1, 2004 through March 31, 2005, equipped with the 1mz-fe or 3mz-fe engine.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the crankshaft pulley to identify whether it was produced by the U.S. Supplier. If so, the dealer will replace the pulley with a new one at no charge.
Equipment › Other › Labels
Gulf states Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold between September 1, 2005 and June 2, 2008 without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.
Remedy: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual.
Air bags › Side/window
On certain vehicles equipped with curtain side air bags (csa), the csa tether strap located in the front pillars May have been incorrectly routed during the assembly process.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect both csa front tether straps, and if necessary, reroute them. The recall began on December 21, 2006. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371.
Suspension › Rear
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Toyota Camry Solara should you avoid?
2004, 2007 and 2006 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Camry Solara years at the same age, led by body & structure problems in the 2004.
What is the best year for the Toyota Camry Solara?
2003 has the fewest complaints compared with other Camry Solara years at the same age, followed by 2001 and 2002. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Toyota Camry Solara problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the body & structure (172), speed control & acceleration (130) and air bags (128). Body complaints peak in the 2006 model year.
How many recalls has the Toyota Camry Solara had?
5 recalls across 1999–2008. The model year with the most is 2006. See all Toyota Camry Solara recalls by year.
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.