Most common 2001 Toyota Camry Solara problems
Share of the 53 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Toyota Camry Solara complaints by model year
Best Camry Solara years: 2003, 2001, 2002. Years to avoid: 2004, 2007, 2006. Compare all years →
What 2001 Toyota Camry Solara owners say
Air bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Toyota Camry Solara. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a steel pole. The vehicle flipped over and the air bags did not deploy. The contact kicked the door open and crawled out of the vehicle. The contact sustained a lot of injuries and was transported via ambulance to the hospital. The police contacted the insurance company and filed a report. The vehicle was towed away by the insurance company. The failure mileage was 150,000. Updated 04/06/16
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Toyota Camry Solara. While at a complete stop, another vehicle crashed forcefully into the front driver side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact suffered from strained chest muscles and cracked ribs, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000.
Speed control & acceleration
I was exciting a freeway. As I usually do, I disengaged the clutch expecting the cruise control to also disengage and coast to the stop sign with the assistance of my brake. Instead, as soon as I disengaged the clutch, the car accelerated as if someone had put their foot all the way to the floor. The brake had no impact to slow the acceleration. I turned the key off, hoping that would help - but the momentum carried me forward at a great speed. I managed to Dodge some cars and headed (and landed) in a ditch across from the stop at the end of the exit.. The only possible warning that something like this might happen is that I had experienced some trouble with the cruise control going off completely - and having to re-set while driving. I had no experience with acceleration problems.
On 5/10/2006 while driving my 2001 Camry Solara on a rural road I couldn't slow the car down, braking didn't help. I kept bearing to the right off the road because I was having a hard time controlling the car, car wanted to go towards the cars traveling in the opposite direction. Finally, I was able to get the car off the road, car spun out in gravel that was along the side of the road. Car did at least two full circles than popped some 10 feet where car hit telephone pole on its drivers side door. This was a great impact on my shoulders. At the time all I knew was that the car wouldn't slowdown even when braking. I know now and have for some years that the excelerator stuck on this vehicle. Sure enough not until a couple years after my accident Toyota came out with there excelerator problems. …
Seat belts
Just within the last month, I have had difficulty getting the driver seat belt to clasp. It take a few tries, but finally does. But, it doe not seem secure and I am afraid that it May become unclapsed while driving. In the past it always worked fine and the clasp seemed much more secure. I was wondering if any other driver have had a problem with this. I sincerely appreciate any help or guidance you could give me. Thank you.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Toyota Solara. The contact stated that the passenger side seat belt did not retract. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis and the contact was informed that the retractor would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 56,000.
2001 Toyota Camry Solara engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 20 / 29 / 24 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 21 / 30 / 24 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 Toyota Camry Solara a good car?
Based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2001 Camry Solara rates average: 36% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Camry Solara at the same age. It is one of the best Camry Solara years by this measure. 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 2001 Toyota Camry Solara?
The air bags — 13 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about frontal. Next are the speed control & acceleration (9) and seat belts (8).
How many recalls does the 2001 Toyota Camry Solara have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Toyota Camry Solara. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Toyota Camry Solara?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2003, 2001 and 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2004, 2007 and 2006. See the full Toyota Camry Solara years comparison.
At what mileage do 2001 Toyota Camry Solara problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 83,000 miles; 30% 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.