2008 Toyota Camry vs 2009 Toyota Camry
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Toyota Camry | 2009 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 933 | 1,293 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 409 | 425 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 87 | 150 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 19 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–34 | 23–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Camry | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 119 | 266 |
| Structure | 141 | 224 |
| Engine | 131 | 208 |
| Visibility | 186 | 34 |
| Visibility/wiper | 104 | 92 |
| Electrical System | 48 | 82 |
| Air Bags | 46 | 66 |
| Service Brakes | 56 | 55 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 70 | 96 |
| Stalling | 31 | 43 |
| Hesitation / surging | 30 | 35 |
| Vibration / shaking | 25 | 25 |
| Brake problems | 16 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
2008 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.