1996 Toyota Camry vs 1998 Toyota Camry
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Toyota Camry | 1998 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 417 | 600 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 53 | 128 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 57 | 64 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 31 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 98,929 mi | 87,844 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Camry | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 76 | 92 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 52 | 112 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 50 | 83 |
| Suspension | 28 | 70 |
| Air Bags | 47 | 50 |
| Steering | 37 | 33 |
| Tires | 25 | 41 |
| Structure | 26 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 24 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
1996 Toyota Camry
1998 Toyota Camry
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.