2005 Toyota Camry structure problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2005 Toyota Camry — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“When I reversed from a parking space the car accelerated so rapidly I couldn't control the speed. I had to slam on the brake as hard as I could! Tried to return to parking spot. The car continued to accelerate it jumped the curb and was stopped by trees!! Absolutely terrifying!!”
filed May 20, 2017
“Got a brand new 2005 camry. There is damaged or faulty front right tire joint / tire connecting rod. Noise can be heard from day 1 but toyota car dealer not willing to fix or repair. Still hear the noise. Very dangerous - please look into this asap!!”
filed Dec 24, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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Structure problems in other Camry years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Camry | 22 | 16% |
| 2024 Camry | 11 | 24% |
| 2023 Camry | 2 | 3% |
| 2022 Camry | 4 | 7% |
| 2021 Camry | 4 | 3% |
| 2020 Camry | 7 | 3% |
| 2019 Camry | 5 | 1% |
| 2018 Camry | 14 | 2% |
| 2017 Camry | 10 | 7% |
| 2016 Camry | 19 | 11% |
| 2015 Camry | 13 | 5% |
| 2014 Camry | 24 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Toyota Camry
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.