2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 13, 2026 · 141 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Camry Hybrid years
Far more complaints than other years 4th of 21 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 141 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid. That ranks 4th out of 21 Camry Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is hybrid propulsion system (41 complaints, 29%), typically at around 3,900 miles. Complaints mention 13 crashes, 10 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

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 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems

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

Hybrid Propulsion System41 · ~3,900 mi
Unknown or Other26
Power Train19
Seats19
Electrical System13 · ~32,250 mi
Engine7 · ~2,250 mi
Structure7 · ~5,000 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance6 · ~6,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System6
Service Brakes6
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Hybrid Propulsion System4129%3,900——
Unknown or Other2618%———
Power Train1913%———
Seats1913%———
Electrical System139%32,250——
Engine75%2,250——
Structure75%5,000——
Forward Collision Avoidance64%6,000——
Fuel/propulsion System64%———
Service Brakes64%———
Air Bags54%———
Vehicle Speed Control54%———
Wheels54%———
Lane Departure43%———
Steering43%6,000——
Tires43%———
Visibility/wiper43%———
Seat Belts32%———
Back Over Prevention21%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic21%3,200——
Exterior Lighting11%57,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 140 complaints
2025: 1202512026: 1402026140

n = 141 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid recalls (3)

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Seat belts:front:warning light/devices; exterior lighting:lighting control module:software; exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch; electrical system: instrument cluster/panelAug 6, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Camry Hybrid vehicles. The instrument cluster display may fail during vehicle startup, deactivating the hazard lights, turn signals, seat belt warning system, and smart key reminder. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays," 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment," 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention," and 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: An instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will update the display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB16 and 26TA16.

Hybrid propulsion system: inverterDec 16, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Camry Hybrid and 2026 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles. A bolt inside the inverter may not have been tightened properly, causing incomplete contact at the inverter terminal.

Risk: Incomplete contact can cause a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose bolt can cause an electrical short while the vehicle is powered on, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the inverter assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 23, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TB15/25TA15.

Back over prevention:display functionOct 30, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

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.

Recent owner reports

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

I was hit in the driver side back quarter panel by the back tire by a semi and it pitted us and spun us in front of the semi, which drove down the road with drivers side of car against his grill and then once he started stopping, we turned and hit his driver side door and then spun three times…

Air Bags · received Oct 13, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770785

SAFETY RECALL - 25TA15 (Interim Notice 25TB15) - Certain 2025–2026 Model Year Camry HV, Certain 2025–2026 Model Year Corolla Cross - Loose Inverter Bolt Recall Code: 25TB15 A bolt inside the inverter in the hybrid powertrain can become loose and could lead to a loss of motive power or could…

Unknown or Other · received Oct 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770321

Refused a warranty repair on a nearly new Camry. The driver's side sun visor on my Camry failed and wouldn't stay up, which blocked my view of the road. A Toyota dealer in Kansas City had already inspected it and ordered a replacement under warranty before I moved to Atlanta. I booked a service…

Visibility/wiper · received Oct 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770371

5-year-old child buckled in back seat with his booster. Vehicle put in park and went to try and get out of the vehicle. Went to unbuckle and it wasn't working. Trying to adjust and wiggle it it got extremely tight on child and after several attempts to unlock it wouldn't. The seatbelt needed to be…

Seat Belts · received Oct 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11769568

The driver's seat causes severe pain and numbness during normal driving, making it difficult to maintain a safe and consistent driving position. I experience significant pain, and my leg can become completely numb while driving. There is also a hard piece of plastic or metal that can be felt…

Seats · received Oct 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11769204

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

Owners most often report hybrid propulsion system, unknown or other, power train problems. The top one, hybrid propulsion system, accounts for 41 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2026 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 2026 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 2026 has far more complaints than most years, 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.