2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2023 · 602 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Camry Hybrid years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 21 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 602 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid. That is the most of any Camry Hybrid model year in the database (21 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes (391 complaints, 65%), typically at around 102,000 miles. Complaints mention 31 crashes, 7 fires, 16 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.

Toyota Camry Hybrid
2007-2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid photographed in College Park, Maryland , USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes391 · ~102,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control160 · ~92,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)115 · ~110,050 mi
Electrical System46 · ~100,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic33 · ~79,631 mi
Engine30 · ~116,512 mi
Structure30 · ~75,000 mi
Steering28 · ~80,000 mi
Unknown or Other20 · ~95,000 mi
Visibility/wiper19 · ~70,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes problems39165%102,000“check vsc” (40%)$4,200
Vehicle Speed Control problems16027%92,000“check vsc” (65%)—
Electronic Stability Control (esc) problems11519%110,050“check vsc” (57%)—
Electrical System468%100,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic335%79,631——
Engine305%116,512——
Structure305%75,000——
Steering285%80,000——
Unknown or Other203%95,000——
Visibility/wiper193%70,500——
Engine and Engine Cooling152%38,063——
Visibility152%45,000——
Power Train91%129,395——
Air Bags71%40,525——
Fuel/propulsion System61%119,170——
Suspension61%32,490——
Equipment41%97,850——
Exterior Lighting41%81,500——
Hybrid Propulsion System41%68,046——
Tires41%71,250——
Wheels41%130,899——
Service Brakes, Electric30%45,000——
Equipment Adaptive/mobility20%99,269——
Traction Control System20%83,178——
Latches/locks/linkages10%15,230——
Parking Brake10%510,000——
Seats10%140,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 241 complaints
2007: 112007112008: 7200872009: 6200962010: 432010432011: 152011152012: 302012302013: 532013532014: 24120142412015: 452015452016: 452016452017: 342017342018: 462018462019: 232019232021: 320213

n = 602 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid recalls (3)

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Visibility:power window devices and controlsOct 22, 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V689000 · 1,814,284 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.

Risk: If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.

Visibility:power window devices and controlsOct 10, 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V491000 · 2,519,424 vehicles

Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.

Risk: If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.

Fix: Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331. General Motors will contact the Pontiac Vibe owners affected by this recall and GM dealers will inspect and repair switches as necessary. Those owners may contact Pontiac Customer Care at 1-800-762-2737.

Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedalOct 5, 2009 · NHTSA campaign 09V388000 · 4,445,056 vehicles

Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.

Risk: A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

Fix: Toyota filed an amended defect report on november 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal. These changes address the risk of pedal entrapment due to interference with the floor mat. Redesigned accelerator pedals will become available beginning in april 2010 and dealers will replace any modified pedal with the new pedal if desired. Also, dealers will replace any genuine toyota or lexus all-weather floor mats with redesigned all-weather mats, or repurchase the previous mats from owners who do not want the new ones. Additionally, software modifications will be installed on camry, avalon and lexus es 350, is 350 and is 250 models that will ensure that the brake overrides the accelerator in the event both brake and accelerator pedals are applied. Toyota will begin mailing letters to owners on december 31, 2009. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331, lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
  • Brake Actuator malfunction (PE14001) — opened Jan 23, 2014, closed Aug 22, 2014.
  • Power Window Master Switch Fire (EA12006) — opened Jun 14, 2012, closed Feb 12, 2013, led to recall 12V491000.
  • Power Window Master Switch Fire (PE12002) — opened Feb 6, 2012, closed Jun 14, 2012.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 25 MPH, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the check VSC system warning light was illuminated. The contact mentioned that the brake pedal was soft. The dealer was not contacted…

Service Brakes · received Dec 29, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11445462

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the air brake actuators to be replaced. The…

Electronic Stability Control (esc) · received Nov 2, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11439092

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry hybrid. The contact stated while driving 55 mph, several unknown warning the lights became illuminated. The vehicle was taken to toyota carlsbad parts & service department (6020 avenida encinas, carlsbad, ca 92011) where it was diagnosed with the abs…

Service Brakes · received Mar 10, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11400191

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH IN THE COLD RAIN, THE CONTACT HAD TO EXERT EXTRA PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE. ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOYOTA OF SURPRISE (13543 N AUTOSHOW AVE…

Service Brakes · received Nov 22, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11281839

A while back i was driving on a residential street my vsc message came on and i notice a jerk in the tires if it was sliding, so i immediately pulled over turned the vehicle off hoping it could be a sensor failure so after sitting for 5 mins i turned the car back on notice the message wasn't there…

Service Brakes · received Jul 16, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11232600

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

Owners most often report service brakes, vehicle speed control, electronic stability control (esc) problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 391 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Camry Hybrid model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.