Toyota Camry Tires Problems

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 14, 2026 · 452 complaints analyzed

Owners have filed 452 complaints with NHTSA about tires problems on the Toyota Camry across 29 model years. The 2002 model year has the most (54). The words owners use most often: “four tires” (8% of reports).

What owners describe

Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.

  • Four tires: mentioned in 36 of 452 complaints (8%)
  • Tire blew: mentioned in 32 of 452 complaints (7%)
  • Bridgestone turanza: mentioned in 26 of 452 complaints (6%)

At what mileage do tires problems happen?

Based on 219 complaints that reported the odometer reading.

Under 10k miles31 · 14%
10k–25k miles76 · 35%
25k–50k miles42 · 19%
50k–75k miles20 · 9%
75k–100k miles12 · 5%
100k–150k miles29 · 13%
150k+ miles9 · 4%

How serious are the reports?

Of 452 complaints, 22 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 8 an injury.

Toyota Camry tires complaints by model year

Peak: 2002, with 54 complaints
1995: 1719951996: 251997: 151998: 4119981999: 292000: 252001: 2320012002: 54542003: 162004: 2520042005: 222006: 132007: 4220072008: 152009: 232010: 1120102011: 122012: 62013: 220132014: 32015: 12017: 620172018: 52019: 62020: 320202021: 32022: 22023: 320232024: 4

n = 452 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Model yearTires complaintsShare of that yearMedian miles
2024 Camry48%7,547
2023 Camry35%—
2022 Camry23%—
2021 Camry32%—
2020 Camry31%—
2019 Camry62%27,986
2018 Camry51%95,000
2017 Camry64%—
2015 Camry10%—
2014 Camry31%24,983
2013 Camry21%123,161
2012 Camry61%34,915
2011 Camry122%25,687
2010 Camry112%35,400
2009 Camry232%20,000
2008 Camry152%15,000
2007 Camry421%25,117
2006 Camry134%48,511
2005 Camry223%20,048
2004 Camry254%13,500
2003 Camry162%19,685
2002 Camry546%20,500
2001 Camry238%33,630
2000 Camry256%48,000
1999 Camry296%151,362
1998 Camry417%68,888
1997 Camry153%58,980
1996 Camry256%110,000
1995 Camry176%149,950

When owners reported it

Peak: 2003, with 46 complaints
1995: 519951996: 31997: 71998: 619981999: 232000: 162001: 2220012002: 222003: 46462004: 3820042005: 242006: 122007: 3420072008: 262009: 242010: 2820102011: 222012: 132013: 1220132014: 62015: 82016: 520162017: 62018: 22019: 620192020: 22021: 12022: 820222023: 72024: 92025: 420252026: 5

n = 452 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Related recalls (2)

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

Model years: 2017

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.

TiresOct 1, 2001 · NHTSA campaign 01V302000 · 19 vehicles

Model years: 2002

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with continental touring tires, p205-65r15 92s, installed at the ports in jacksonville, florida. The incorrect tires were installed on vehicles that had damaged tires. The tires were damaged during a port upgrade to aluminum wheels.

Risk: The tires do not conform to the speed rating for the vehicle. If the vehicle exceeded the maximum speed rating (112 mph), possible tire failure could occur.

Fix: Dealers will replace all five tires. Owner notification began september 13, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southeast toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

What owners report

Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.

Component failed: Falken tire size 235/40R19. The tire was manually over-inflated to a life-threatening 91 PSI by the service facility. It is currently available for inspection upon request.Safety risk: Upon driving onto public Highway 79, the extreme over-inflation caused the vehicle to…

Received Jul 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11748945

Tire size is 205 65R16 I purchased two Westlake Tires from Advanced Tire in Missouri from installation on my 2017 Toyota Camry LE. After installation, I experienced abnormal vibration and tire related concerns. On March 30, 2026, the Vehicle was inspected by Discount Tire. Discount Tire determined…

Received Jun 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11741270

We ordered this car custom what we wanted 2021 Toyota Camry xse awd. The car is great wife and I love driving it. But at 68,857 miles as of today 4/29/26 it’s on its second set of tires with regular maintenance and rotations on tires it’s eating them up on the inside. We have had 4 alignment…

Received Apr 29, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11734642

While driving down the highway, the whole car and steering wheel of 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid started shaking side to side. Was able to exit safely and found a bubble in the sidewall of the 2021 Hankook Kinergy GT H436 BW 235/45R18 tire. Never had this happen with any tire before. 31,000 miles on…

Received Apr 28, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11734287

Four (4) General Tire Reliatrek P205/65R16 95H were purchased on August 6, 2024 at Toyota Greenville located in Greenville, South Carolina, with mileage on my car at 138,174. At my last service in late December 2025, with 175, 777 miles on my car, i was told by Toyota Greenville that two of them…

Received Jan 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11712324
Toyota Camry
A 2025 Toyota Camry LE at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in 2025.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: TaurusEmerald, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Frequently asked questions

Do all Toyota Camrys have tires problems?

No. NHTSA has 452 owner complaints about tires for the Toyota Camry. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.

Was there a recall on the Toyota Camry tires?

Yes: 2 safety recalls list tires. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.

What do owners say about tires problems on the Toyota Camry?

The most frequent phrase is “four tires”, in 36 of 452 complaints, followed by “tire blew” (32).

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