2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2023 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Camry Hybrid years
Not enough data 16th of 21 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid. That ranks 16th out of 21 Camry Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 3,250 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation 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 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems

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

Vehicle Speed Control2 · ~3,250 mi
Electrical System1 · ~8,400 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~8,400 mi
Steering1 · ~15,543 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~12,800 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Vehicle Speed Control240%3,250——
Electrical System120%8,400——
Service Brakes120%8,400——
Steering120%15,543——
Unknown or Other120%12,800——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 3 complaints
2017: 3201732018: 1201812019: 120191

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid recalls (1)

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Tires:temporary/emergency spare tireMay 2, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V295000 · 409 vehicles

Problem: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

Risk: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

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.

Recent owner reports

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

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 toyota camry hybrid. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed to the floorboard, but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact mentioned that the accelerator pedal needed to be depressed multiple times for the vehicle to accelerate to normal…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Dec 6, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11287555

At least two weeks ago, toyota updated its entune navigation software with a flawed system update that eliminated the voice command system for phones, navigation, etc. Toyota has failed to provide public notification of the problem and has to-date failed to come up with a solution to correcting the…

Unknown or Other · received Jun 18, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11102494

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 toyota camry hybrid. While driving approximately 70 mph, the brake warning indicator illuminated; however, the brake pedal operated properly. The vehicle was towed to ventura toyota (6360 auto center dr, ventura, ca 93003). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…

Service Brakes · received Dec 21, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11055989

While making turns on well-maintained city streets, the camry hybrid's rear end is unstable. It fishtails. I experienced this twice while making right-hand turns, once on dry pavement and once on wet pavement. These are low-speed turns. I also experienced this while driving on a roundabout at a low…

Steering · received Dec 3, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11052061

PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM NOT OPERATING. USING MANUFACTURERS PARAMETERS, THERE IS NO WARNING BEEPS. FLASHING BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH AND NO AUTOMATIC BRAKING, WHEN DRIVING OVER 10 MPH AND A CRASH IS ABOUT TO HAPPEN. TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE DENIES THERE IS A PROBLEM, BUT CANNOT PROVE IT WORKS IN THE HERE…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Jun 21, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11000523

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

Owners most often report vehicle speed control, electrical system, service brakes problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2017 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 2017 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.