What NHTSA's records show for the 2021 Toyota Camry: 157 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign. Owners report problems most often with the Air Bags (78), Service Brakes (16), Power Train (12). 21 complaints mention a crash and 2 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.
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What NHTSA's records show for the 2021 Toyota Camry: 157 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign. Owners report problems most often with the Air Bags (78), Service Brakes (16), Power Train (12). 21 complaints mention a crash and 2 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign and 157 owner complaints for the 2021 Toyota Camry. The most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (78), Service Brakes (16), Power Train (12). The most recent recall (NHTSA #23V865000, December 2023) covers the Air Bags. Recall repairs are free at a franchised Toyota dealer. Recalls and complaints describe the model year, not a specific car — check the VIN for open recalls free, and for title, salvage and odometer history with a $9.99 report (Carfax charges $49.99).
| Recall campaigns | 1 |
|---|---|
| Owner complaints | 157 |
| Complaints mentioning a crash | 21 |
| Complaints mentioning a fire | 2 |
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 78 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 10 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Engine | 7 |
Source: NHTSA recalls and complaints databases, retrieved 2026-10-12.
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