2009 Toyota Camry engine and engine cooling problems
46 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2009 Toyota Camry — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I bought my car in October 2009. I did not discover until years later that the pistons for the 2009 Toyota Camry Le did not fit correctly. This caused oil consumption problems, but it did not start happening until a 3-year warranty and at about 60-70 thousand miles. I did not get a notice of recall…”
filed Apr 25, 2024
“The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the oil level was low however, the contact found no indication of an oil leak. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle was smoking. The oil warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was…”
filed Dec 18, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Camry years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Camry | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 Camry | 4 | 1% |
| 2019 Camry | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 Camry | 5 | 1% |
| 2017 Camry | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 Camry | 2 | 1% |
| 2015 Camry | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 Camry | 5 | 1% |
| 2013 Camry | 4 | 1% |
| 2012 Camry | 4 | 1% |
| 2011 Camry | 9 | 2% |
| 2010 Camry | 15 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 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.