Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (doors, hood, frame, rust, paint and trim).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2005 Toyota Camry owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I purchased this vehicle new in 2005, and I am the primary driver of this vehicle. While driving to the store I smelled something burning, when I pulled into the parking lot of the store I saw a lot of smoke coming from the front passenger door. I immediately stopped the car and smoke started filling the cabin of the car. I instructed my 11 year old son who was sitting the front passenger seat to open the door and exit the car. When he opened the door flames started coming out of the door latch area. I turned the ignition off and ran to the passenger side door and poured a bottle of water on the latch area on the door. The fire went out for a second then reignited. I then realized that it was an electrical fire and disconnected the batteries positive cable. I then ripped the door panel off and poured more water down the inside of the door putting the fire out. …
I bought a certified 2005 Toyota Camry xle from autowest Honda, roseville. I was told that the car had no accidents and the car is clean per the carfax. I have had the front passenger seat belt replaced and now the driver front seat belt is going out. I received a post card for a free appraisal at 60,000 miles and I took my car into the Toyota dealership and they told me the car has been in an accident prior to me purchasing the vehicle. The front end frame is bent and parts have been replaced and the car is maybe worth $8,000 and the car should of been sold as salvage and not certified car. The front bumper is coming off and also the paint chipped off on the side of the accident. The paint is different in the front from the hood. I do not know the date of the incident date, as for it happened prior to me purchasing the car.
My wife was dropping my daughter to school bus stop and when she went o get the letters in our gated community mail.box , she was about to stop in the parking space when the car accelerate by it self,causing her injury and car and property damages. She says she couldn't control the car and the car hit the curb damaging the bottom of the car,the hood, front bumper, fender,passenger headlight ,and radiator and condenser and also the windshield. The car airbag didn't come out at any time. Causing her injury in her head and shoulder.
I was trying to park my vehicle, suddenly gas pedal got stuck and I hit another vehicle and ran in to the bushes, my car has a body damage and also I accidentally hit another car as well. The core reason for this issue is gas pedal getting locked, this is the first time I experience this in the vehicle which I bought by 2011.
On two occassions I thought I was stepping on the brake but the car surged backwards. I was able to stop but not before hitting a car behind me. The second time I hit a fence in a school parking lot while picking up young children. It was dismissal time so there were many 3-4 grade children around.
When I reversed from a parking space the car accelerated so rapidly I couldn't control the speed. I had to slam on the brake as hard as I could! Tried to return to parking spot. The car continued to accelerate it jumped the curb and was stopped by trees!! Absolutely terrifying!!
Got a brand new 2005 Camry. There is damaged or faulty front right tire joint / tire connecting rod. Noise can be heard from day 1 but Toyota car dealer not willing to fix or repair. Still hear the noise. Very dangerous - please look into this asap!!
Toyota Camry le model has three problems: idle control is above 2400, rod that hold piston is not secure to hold it tight and causing the piston to jiggle around, Toyota said that is a defective part and should replace the engine. And weather seal is inadaquate, you can hear all traffice noise with radio on full volume. Dealer is very unfriendly and they gave me run around, they replaced the engine without my permission and still has same problems I had before they replace the engine and has not fix the other problems and refuses to give anyone else's name to talk to. 800# tells me to call dealer and dealer tells me to call 800# and still unable to resolve this issue. I will never buy Toyota or recommend to anyone. Becouse of the poor service when you have problem they do not want to talk to you and they give you run around.
I own a Toyota Camry 2005 purchased this fall. I have come close to having an accident at least a half a dozen times. The gas pedal and brake pedal seem to be designed so that are located too close to each other, so when I go to hit the brake I sometimes hit the accelerator pedal instead. This is going to lead to property or bodily harm. I emailed Toyota about a month ago but they just said to take it to the dealer who then said the brakes were adjusted. No way has this helped!
Dt: the consumer was told by Toyota that her vehicle has a design flaw. When looking out the side mirror on driver's side the vents reflect in the window. This causes poor visibility when looking into the mirror to check blind spots and oncoming traffic. At night the instrument panel lights reflect in the window also causing poor visibility. The consumer tried diming the instrument panel but that didn't help.
Body complaints in other Camry years
Frequently asked questions
How common are body problems on the 2005 Toyota Camry?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the body & structure of the 2005 Toyota Camry, 3% of the model year's 721 complaints. The component named most often is body (8 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2005 Toyota Camry body problems?
No. NHTSA lists no body & structure recall for the 2005 Toyota Camry, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2005 Toyota Camry body problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 48,000 miles, and 27% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 3 fires and 1 injury to body & structure problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.