2014 Toyota Camry problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 177 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Toyota Camry, most often about transmission & drivetrain. There are 3 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
177
Recalls
3
Crashes
16
Fires
2
Injuries
14
Median mileage
97,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Transmission & Drivetrain is the most-reported problem area, named in 77 of 177 complaints (44%).
  • Electrical System (26) and engine (21) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 97,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 16 crashes, 2 fires and 14 injuries.
  • The 2014 Toyota Camry has 3 recalls on file.
  • It ranks 5th of 20 Toyota Camry model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 153% more complaints than the 2013 model year (70).

2014 Toyota Camry problems by category

  • 77 complaints
  • Other / Unknown · 1 crash
    29 complaints
  • Electrical System · 2 crashes
    26 complaints
  • Engine · 1 crash
    21 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control · 5 crashes
    16 complaints
  • Brakes · 4 crashes
    14 complaints
  • Airbags · 7 crashes
    11 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion · 1 crash
    10 complaints
  • Body & Structure · 1 crash
    9 complaints
  • Suspension
    5 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    5 complaints
  • Steering
    5 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    4 complaints
  • Lighting · 1 crash
    4 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Power train70
Unknown or other29
Electrical system22
Engine20
Vehicle speed control15
Service brakes14
Air bags11
Fuel/propulsion system8

When problems happen (mileage)

3Under 10k310k–30k1230k–60k1660k–100k24100k–150k9150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2014 Toyota Camry complaints that list mileage.

2014 Toyota Camry recalls (3)

  • Recall 14V715000Nov 7, 20145,650 vehicles
    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Camry, Camry HV, Avalon, and Avalon HV vehicles equipped with 16-inch and 17-inch rims. In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm may have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm may not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.

    Risk: Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm may separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

  • Recall 14V576000Sep 19, 201415,872 vehicles
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

  • Recall 13V505000Oct 17, 20139,795 vehicles
    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING

    Toyota Motor Engineering & manufacturing North America, Inc. (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Camry and Camry HV, model year 2013 Avalon and Avalon HV and model year 2014 Corolla vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper switch assembly may short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

    Risk: A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA 5-Star safety ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2014 Toyota Camry 4 DR FWD Early Release★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
2014 Toyota Camry 4 DR FWD Later Release★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆

Recent 2014 Toyota Camry complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Aug 18, 2026NCCrash1 injuredTowedAirbags
    My safety was put at risk because I did not have the protection of the airbags during a serious head-on collision. I was wearing my seat belt, but I still suffered a concussion, bruised ribs, two sprained ankles, pain in my head, neck, back, tailbone, jaw, and shoulder, as well as a burn from the seat belt. Since the accident, I have also experienced difficulty opening my mouth and eating on the right side and jaw pain and popping. The failure has not been reproduced or…
    NHTSA complaint #11757828 · source
  2. Filed Aug 14, 2026187,888 miKYElectrical System
    Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Toyota Camry. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 137,385, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 187,888.
    NHTSA complaint #11756960 · source
  3. Filed Jun 12, 2026257,000 miMDElectrical System
    Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Toyota Camry. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 160,000. The vehicle was a private sale. The contact stated that during a routine oil change, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The contact was made aware that the mileage was 235,000. Additionally, a Carfax report listed the mileage at 257,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11743665 · source
  4. Filed May 26, 2026109,000 miNCEngine
    The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle started. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to AutoZone where it was diagnosed with a failed intake valve and a failed exhaust. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed engine. The contact was informed…
    NHTSA complaint #11740116 · source
  5. Filed May 6, 2026NCTransmission & Drivetrain
    The torque converter is malfunctioning. This malfunction can damage the entire transmission by releasing metal debris into the transmission system due to severe shuddering. If the torque converter fails while driving, I could lose acceleration power and potentially lose power steering assist and brake assist if the engine stalls, making the vehicle significantly harder to control. This creates a serious safety risk, especially at highway speeds where a sudden loss of power…
    NHTSA complaint #11735977 · source
  6. Filed May 1, 2026NCBody & Structure
    Driving on all American highway on my way to work there were 2 tote black boxes on the left lane causing me to hit them with no alternative. My front part of vehicle is damaged
    NHTSA complaint #11735159 · source
  7. Filed Apr 25, 2026CATransmission & Drivetrain
    Transmission shudder - noticed transmission vibration at speeds from 25 to 30 mph and before 50 mph. Took the car to a shop for wheel alignment, vibration still felt. Took to a dealer , Hamer Toyota in Mission Hills, CA., and dealer said, it could be just the transmission oil, so I had the oil change done. Problem was the same. Took it for tire rotation and balance, but problem was the same. Called the Toyota Company and Toyota said, the extended warranty on the transmission…
    NHTSA complaint #11733716 · source
  8. Filed Mar 24, 2026124,000 miPATransmission & Drivetrain
    The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle hesitated before jolting into the next gear. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle almost stalled and was shuddering abnormally before shifting into the next gear. There was also an abnormal grinding sound coming from underneath the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local…
    NHTSA complaint #11726784 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology