All cars · Toyota Camry · 2014
2014 Toyota Camry. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 25 / 34 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 42 / 38 / 40 | Regular | $1,550 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 21 / 30 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 8,000 and 78,000 miles. Median 36,000, from 321 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 79,500 | 25,700–123,000 | 76 |
| Speed control | 16,000 | 2,300–45,000 | 53 |
| Electrical | 40,500 | 11,300–77,000 | 40 |
| Engine | 24,900 | 8,000–97,000 | 39 |
| Brakes | 31,400 | 11,500–67,400 | 28 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Speed control | 19% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 13% |
| Engine | 12% |
| Airbags | 12% |
| Brakes | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 480 | 67 | 4 | 39 | 1 | 31 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
14V715000 Nov 2014 Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Lower Arm
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Camry, Camry HV, Avalon, and Avalon HV vehicles equipped with 16-inch and 17-inch rims. In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm may have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm may not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.
Risk. Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm may separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
14V576000 Sep 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
13V505000 Oct 2013 Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Switch/Wiring
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & manufacturing North America, Inc. (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Camry and Camry HV, model year 2013 Avalon and Avalon HV and model year 2014 Corolla vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper switch assembly may short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Risk. A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Pedestrian alert sounds | 2023 | 2023 |
| Closed | Brake actuator valve wear | 2019 | 2021 |
Manufacturer communications 540
Toyota filed 540 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- When driving, with light loads, and between 25 and 50 mph, transmission exhibits brief shudder
- 2012-2014 camry see document search button for owners letter
- 2012-2014 camry: see document search button for owners letters
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry 4 DR FWD Later Release | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Camry 4 DR FWD Early Release | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Camry HV 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
YouTube repair topics
95 videos about the 2012–2017 Toyota Camry, 14.6M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 4 | 525K |
| Timing chain & engine | 2 | 453K |
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 3 | 320K |
| Oil changes & service | 2 | 283K |
| Transmission & shifter | 3 | 282K |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 3 | 248K |
| Starter, alternator & belts | 2 | 243K |
| Brakes & ABS | 2 | 139K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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