TSB: Some 2007 ? 2014 model year North American produced Camry and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the fuel lid door will not open when pulling up on the fuel lid lock lever. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2010 Toyota Camry fuel system problems
severe Owners of the 2010 Toyota Camry have filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 Camry | 7 |
| 2007 Camry | 38 |
| 2008 Camry | 4 |
| 2009 Camry | 9 |
| 2010 Camry (this page) | 10 |
| 2011 Camry | 8 |
| 2013 Camry | 4 |
2crashes
1injury
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
TOYOTA: THE CHARCOAL CANSITER IS UPDATED TO FIX A MALFUNCTION LIGHT THAT IS ON WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TOYOTA: ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR CAMRY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2GR-FE (V6) ENGINE, THE RUBBER PORTION OF THE OIL SUPPLY HOSE FOR THE VVT-I ACTUATOR MAY DEGRADE OVER TIME. THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE OIL TO LEAK FROM THE VVT-I OIL HOSE PRODUCING ABNORMAL ENGINE NOISE AND THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TOYOTA: METER, GAUGE, DISPLAY. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MIL ON CONDITION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1423, OR A FUEL CAP BINDING UPON INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL. UPDATED 5/16/11.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2010 Camrys document a cluster of fuel-system and throttle-control problems that Toyota addressed with recall 09V388000 (mechanical insert into the accelerator pedal), yet the problems persist in many cases.
Sudden unintended acceleration appears without driver input—pedal not touched, yet engine goes to full throttle. One owner had the vehicle accelerate on its own immediately after shifting into Drive on a warm engine, not a cold start; another experienced sudden acceleration hundreds of yards in reverse without using the gas pedal, even after the recall repair. The brake override does engage when pressed hard, but owners feel unsafe.
Delayed throttle response is a separate complaint: pressing the accelerator produces a noticeable lag before the engine responds, as if fuel delivery is starved. One owner reported this hesitation from day one of purchase and persisted through seven months; another felt the deceleration sluggish—five seconds to start slowing, then another five seconds to drop 2–3 mph, unlike normal cars. Dealers brushed off these concerns, citing TSBs EG056-06 and EG036-07 or claiming the vehicle "works as designed."
One owner experienced sudden deceleration from 40 mph to under 10 mph with dead throttle response, triggering Check Engine and Stability Control lights; dealership reported no codes but replaced the pedal assembly anyway. A separate incident involved a stuck pedal that prevented braking, resulting in a crash and $14,000 in repairs. Another owner noted gasoline odor pouring into the cabin via air ducts after the recall repair.
Same Toyota Camry fuel system reports on nearby years: 2007
Failure modes owners describe
Sudden unintended acceleration
Vehicle accelerates without driver input, often at full throttle. Occurs after cold starts or in reverse. Brake override system functions but owners report the problem persists even after recall repair.
When: Varies; cold engine starts, reverse driving, and during normal operation. One incident at 2 months old, another at 4,110 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden acceleration without foot on gas pedal; Full throttle acceleration when shifting into Drive; Acceleration in reverse without driver input; Acceleration continues despite brake application (until brake override engages)
Repairs/costs cited: Recall 09V388000 involved inserting mechanical insert into gas pedal assembly. Owners report problem recurs after repair, particularly in reverse.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign ID 09V388000 (Vehicle Speed Control: Accelerator Pedal) — mechanical insert placed in pedal. Dealers attributed some incidents to 'normal cold engine behavior' despite owners' contradicting accounts.
Delayed throttle response and acceleration hesitation
Engine hesitates or lags when accelerator is pressed. Vehicle does not respond smoothly to pedal input, creating a noticeable delay before engine responds. Owners report this is particularly dangerous during highway merging and traffic entry.
When: Immediate upon delivery (2009 purchase of 2010 model) and persistent. One owner reported ongoing issue through seven months of ownership.
Symptoms owners cite: Noticeable delay between pressing accelerator and engine response; Engine hesitation and lag when accelerating; Feels as if engine is not receiving sufficient fuel; Slow response during highway merging and traffic entry
Repairs/costs cited: None documented in narratives; dealers advised waiting a couple of weeks for issue to resolve (it did not).
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Technical Service Bulletins EG056-06 and EG036-07 issued but owner reports problem persists. One dealership wrote report stating vehicle 'works as designed' despite owner comparison with two other vehicles showing normal response.
Sudden deceleration
Vehicle suddenly slows from normal speed (e.g., 40 mph) to less than 10 mph without driver input. Check Engine and Stability Control lights illuminate during event.
When: March 2011 at approximately 4 pm, after a right turn.
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden drop in speed from 40 mph to less than 10 mph; No response to accelerator pedal after slowdown; Check Engine light on; Stability Control light on
Codes mentioned: P0121 (Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor A, Circuit Range Performance)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership replaced accelerator pedal assembly, though they reported no codes present during their diagnostic. Owner noted clock reset and loss of radio presets post-repair, suggesting possible ECU reprogramming.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership stated no codes found during their scan, despite owner's diagnostic showing active P0121. Dealership replaced pedal assembly as precaution.
Slow or unresponsive deceleration
Vehicle takes excessive time to slow down after driver removes foot from accelerator. Deceleration occurs in 5-10 second intervals with 2-3 mph drops, rather than smooth, immediate response. Owners note this differs markedly from normal vehicle behavior.
When: Ongoing; one report mentions recall repair did not resolve the issue.
Symptoms owners cite: Delayed deceleration after releasing accelerator; Takes 5 seconds then feels initial slowdown, then 5 more seconds for 2-3 mph drop; Sluggish speed reduction compared to other vehicles; Does not decelerate normally or immediately
Repairs/costs cited: Recall (gas pedal insert) did not resolve deceleration delay. Service engineer report concluded vehicle 'works as designed' despite owner's comparison with other vehicles.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Gas pedal recall repair (insert placement) completed but problem persists. Dealership service report stated vehicle operates as designed.
Stuck gas pedal
Gas pedal becomes stuck or unresponsive, preventing normal throttle control. Brakes may fail to stop vehicle when pedal is stuck.
When: One incident at 2 months of ownership; one incident on rental vehicle (age unknown).
Symptoms owners cite: Gas pedal stuck; Pedal not responsive; Vehicle cannot be stopped despite brake application; Accident resulted (vehicle hit wall or other vehicle)
Repairs/costs cited: One incident resulted in ~$14,000 repair cost (broken front axle, both front airbags deployed). Rental vehicle damage not detailed.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 09V388000 was later issued, but at time of this 2-month-old vehicle incident, recall had not yet been announced.
Gasoline odor in cabin
Strong gasoline fumes smell emanates from vehicle cabin, appearing to come from air ducts, following accelerator pedal recall repair.
When: Shortly after recall repair; failure noted at ~4,110 miles, current mileage ~4,300.
Symptoms owners cite: Strong, overwhelming gasoline odor in cabin; Fumes appear to be coming from air ducts
Repairs/costs cited: None documented; further diagnostic testing was scheduled with manufacturer.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer contacted for appointment; further diagnostic testing arranged.
Synthesized from 10 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2010 Toyota Camry?
It's a meaningful issue. 10 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,200.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Based on the 10 complaints filed, fuel system issues most often appear around 7,945 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/Toyota/Camry.
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