Transmission complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 6% | — |
| 2023 | 7 | 11% | 67,000 miles |
| 2022 | 7 | 11% | 120,000 miles |
| 2021 | 12 | 8% | 21,000 miles |
| 2020 | 33 | 12% | 70,000 miles |
| 2019 | 115 | 29% | 1,000 miles |
| 2018 | 199 | 27% | 10,000 miles |
| 2017 | 6 | 4% | 0 miles |
| 2016 | 18 | 10% | 5,000 miles |
| 2015 | 36 | 13% | 43,000 miles |
| 2014 | 128 | 28% | 80,000 miles |
| 2013 | 67 | 24% | 57,000 miles |
| 2012 | 142 | 24% | 80,000 miles |
| 2011 | 49 | 8% | 27,000 miles |
| 2010 | 46 | 8% | 10,000 miles |
| 2009 | 51 | 4% | 27,000 miles |
| 2008 | 40 | 4% | 17,000 miles |
| 2007 | 266 | 9% | 5,000 miles |
| 2006 | 18 | 6% | 38,000 miles |
| 2005 | 84 | 12% | 25,000 miles |
| 2004 | 48 | 8% | 38,000 miles |
| 2003 | 40 | 5% | 13,000 miles |
| 2002 | 68 | 7% | 40,000 miles |
| 2001 | 15 | 6% | 79,000 miles |
| 2000 | 33 | 7% | 68,000 miles |
| 1999 | 18 | 4% | 80,000 miles |
| 1998 | 16 | 3% | 108,000 miles |
| 1997 | 35 | 6% | 100,000 miles |
| 1996 | 21 | 5% | 75,000 miles |
| 1995 | 25 | 8% | 113,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The vehicle allows the engine to be turned off, key removed, while the vehicle is still in drive with no warning lights or sounds. I have tested and the vehicle can roll away. Complained to the toyota dealership and they said the service tech consulted with toyota headquarters and determined no fix was possible because this is normal function of the the vehicle. However, this is a concerning safety hazard because the vehicle can roll. But also, is against the standards. Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 114, Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention, mandates that vehicles with an automatic transmission and a "park" position must have a key-locking system that prevents key removal unless the transmission is locked in "park" or becomes locked in "park" as a direct result of removing the key.
I have a 2024 Toyota Camry with a ua80 transmission and started having problems around 92000 miles and I'm starting to have a lot more at 109,000 miles which is a little ridiculous for a transmission that is way too early very concerned for my safety on a pretty new vehicle with not that many miles
The contact owned a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH there would be a loud noise emitting from the rear-end of the vehicle that seemed as if the vehicle was running rough. The contact stated that while being idle at a red light the vehicle suddenly surged forward crashing into the vehicle in front. The air bags in the front and rear of the vehicle deployed on both the driver and passenger side. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. A police report was made. The contact received an injury to their stomach, knee, and hip bone. A passenger in the vehicle received neck and back injuries. Medical attention was needed. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,900.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with a transmission fault and that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the transmission failure was caused by a failure with the valve body and pressure solenoid. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 67,000.
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she notices that the vehicle grinds it's gears very loud while in transition, hesitate to accelerate and does not want to shift between gears. The dealer was notified of the failure were it was diagnosed to need a new transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
I turned into a restaurant's parking lot, found a spot and slowly drove into the lot, I eased off the gas pedal and gently applying the brake as the lot has a slight downward slope. When I reach the chunk (the parking block), I added more force to the brake, but I felt the brake pedal just sank, and the car lurched ahead, jumped over the chunk, and stopped at the curb which startled me. After I recovered, I put the car in reverse to return it to the right position (back up from the overrun chunk), everything seemed back to normal condition after that. Luckily, all occupants were unhurt, airbag was not deployed. I inspected the car after parking properly, there didn't seem any visible damage to the vehicle, although I couldn't see the chassis system which I believed must had a few scratches on the underside. …
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while attempting to park her vehicle in her apartment complex parking lot, her vehicle continued to lurch forward without warning despite multiple attempts to stop. Due to the failure, the contact hit a gate as the vehicle continued to independently accelerate. The contact then placed the vehicle into reverse(R) and as the vehicle continued to accelerate in a different gear. The contact then hit the vehicle behind her which then caused that vehicle to hit another vehicle located next to the original vehicle that was hit. The vehicle continued to accelerate with her brake pedal depressed to the floorboard. The contact then placed the vehicle back into driver(D) which sent the vehicle into another gate which then finally stopped the vehicle. …
A couple Monday's ago, I was backing my 2021 Camry LE out of the driveway when I felt the car lurch and continue in reverse until I crashed into a car down the street. I have literally backed out of that driveway thousands of time since 2006, hundreds of times with the Camry LE, and several times since the accident. I have never had this experience. While I cannot dismiss that I might have hit the accelerator, the backing out of the driveway usually requires that I ride the brake into the street, especially since I am right off the corner where cars tend to cut around quickly. (Initial estimate attached)
NHTSA investigations
Ignition interlock failure
Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Camry years have transmission problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2007 (266), 2018 (199), 2012 (142), 2014 (128) and 2019 (115) model years. Transmission complaints make up 9% of all complaints for the 2007.
Is there a recall for Toyota Camry transmission problems?
No. NHTSA lists no transmission & drivetrain recall for any Toyota Camry model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Toyota Camry transmission problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 34,000 miles; 61% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the automatic transmission (505 mentions), followed by the automatic transmission › torque converter (25).
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.