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ProblemsByVin File / 2008-TOYOTA-CAMRY
2008 · toyota

toyota Camry problems

1 safety recall. 1,176 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.4 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

visibility
273 reports · avg $350
moderate
body
166 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
139 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
cruise control
136 reports · avg $600
severe
brakes
91 reports · avg $450
severe
steering
45 reports · avg $700
severe
airbags
44 reports · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
41 reports · avg $850
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2008 Camry · other
THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKED, SHINY AND STICKY, SERIOUSLY AFFECTING VIABILITY. I AM NOT THE FIRST OWNER OF THE VEHICLE.
12/31/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057713.0
2008 Camry · engine
I HAVE A 2008 TOYOTA CAMRY WITH A 2AZ-FE ENGINE THAT BEGAN USING EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF OIL AFTER ABOUT 120K MILES. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHO TOLD ME IT WAS NORMAL TO NEED TO ADD OIL EVERY 1000 MILES OR SO. HOWEVER IT HAS BEEN BROUGHT TO MY ATTENTION THAT TOYOTA…
12/31/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938915.0
2008 Camry · visibility
SUN VISORS ARE DEFECTED. EASILY BROKEN WHEN PLACED INTO USE. COULD LEAD TO AN ACCIDENT WHEN THE VISOR WILL NOT RETURN TO UP POSITION. THEY BLOCK THE VIEW AND UNABLE TO RETURN THEM BACK TO UP POSITION. *TR
12/31/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10373656.0
2008 Camry · cruise control
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE ENGINE RACES WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED. WHEN THE CONTACT PLACES THE VEHICLE INTO GEAR, IT LUNGES FORWARD. THE VEHICLE ALSO HESITATES WHEN PICKING UP SPEED AFTER DECELERATING. AN AUTHORIZED DEALER INFORMED HIM THAT THE COMPUTER…
12/31/2007 · NHTSA ODI #10213264.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 07E082000 26/09/2007

CERTAIN ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS (AWFM) SPECIFICALLY SOLD AS AN OPTIONAL ACCESSORY FOR USE ON THE 2007 AND 2008 MODEL YEAR LEXUS ES350 AND TOYOTA CAMRY VEHICLES

THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY TEMPORARILY BECOME STUCK IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION WHEN RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, IT MAY INCREASE THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH.

Fix: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF ALL 2007 AND 2008 LEXUS ES350 AND TOYOTA CAMRY VEHICLES ABOUT THE RECALL EVEN THOUGH NOT ALL OF THESE OWNERS WILL HAVE PURCHASED THE ALL WEATHER MATS. IF THE OWNER HAD NOT PURCHASED THE MATS, THEY ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THE RECALL. THIS LETTER WILL ADVISE OWNERS WHEN REPLACEMENT MATS WILL BE AVAILABLE OR HOW TO RETURN THE ALL WEATHER FLOOR MAT SET TO OBTAIN A REFUND. A SECOND LETTER WILL BE SENT AFTER MATS ARE AVAILABLE REQUESTING OWNERS TO RETURN THEIR MATS TO A LEXUS OR TOYOTA DEALER FOR EXCHANGE OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE MAT. THE FIRST LETTER IS EXPECTED TO BE SENT DURING EARLY OCTOBER 2007 AND THE SECOND IN LATE NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT THE LEXUS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-255-3987 OR THE TOYOTA CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER AT 1-888-270-9371.

Common questions

Is the 2008 Toyota Camry reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 1,176 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Toyota Camry has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2008 Toyota Camry?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is visibility, with 273 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The visibility is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Toyota Camry has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2008 Toyota Camry?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1,176 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $350, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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