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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013 Toyota Camry cruise control problems
severe Owners of the 2013 Toyota Camry have filed 22 NHTSA complaints about the cruise control, typically surfacing around 20,146 miles at roughly $600 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See cruise control across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
22
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$600
| Model year | cruise control complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 Camry | 243 |
| 2010 Camry | 137 |
| 2011 Camry | 50 |
| 2012 Camry | 48 |
| 2013 Camry (this page) | 22 |
| 2015 Camry | 8 |
| 2016 Camry | 16 |
| 2017 Camry | 16 |
5crashes
3injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 22 cruise control complaints filed for the 2013 Toyota Camry, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA cruise control complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering cruise control 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: ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY INFORMATION REGARDING THE INSPECTION, REMOVAL, AND INSTALLATION, IF LUBRICATION OR OIL, IS APPLIED.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners report five distinct drivability failures. The most serious is sudden unintended acceleration—the engine revs and the car lurches forward without throttle input, happening in parking lots, during reversals, and on public roads at speeds up to 70 mph. Multiple crashes documented, with at least two resulting in owner injuries (broken foot, chest injury from airbags). A vehicle reversed out of park and engine-redlined into a utility pole; another accelerated multiple times in a parking garage despite brake pedal pressure. One Hybrid owner reported a 35-to-45 mph surge; dealer called it normal Hybrid behavior.
Acceleration hesitation is equally common—the pedal goes dead for 1–2 seconds after takeoff from stops, then responds. Some owners need to repeatedly release and reapply throttle to reach desired speed. One owner reports this happens every single drive; another's dealership attempted a software update that didn't fix it.
Engine RPM surges during downhill driving or deceleration at 25–35 mph, worse with a full tank. One owner hit 2,500 rpm descending into a turn.
Loss of throttle response caused at least one collision at low speed. A technician noted improper safety stop switch installation in another car. Dealerships have been unable to replicate most of these issues in the shop, leaving owners with unrepaired vehicles.
Same Toyota Camry cruise control reports on nearby years: 2010 · 2011 · 2012 · 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Sudden unintended acceleration
Vehicle accelerates on its own without driver input, ranging from low-speed surges in parking lots to high-speed acceleration events on public roads. Occurs when depressing brake pedal, reversing, or during normal driving. Multiple crashes reported, some causing injuries.
When: Various mileages from 600 to 90,000; incidents occur both early in vehicle ownership and later
Symptoms owners cite: Engine revs to high RPM without pedal input; Vehicle surges forward involuntarily; Engine continues revving after crashing; Tires spinning despite braking effort; Vehicle takes off from stop sign or red light without warning
Repairs/costs cited: Dealerships unable to replicate issue in multiple complaints. One technician noted improper installation of safety stop switch. Software update performed in one case without resolving the issue.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: One complaint mentions Toyota Campaign Number ZE5. Third-party review sponsored by Toyota noted in one case. Manufacturer notified in several instances but no recalls or TSBs mentioned by owners.
Acceleration hesitation and unresponsiveness
Pedal becomes unresponsive during acceleration from stops or at low speeds, then gradually regains response. Issue is recurring and persistent, happening consistently on every drive for some owners.
When: Recurring from 600 miles onward; worsens over time in some cases
Symptoms owners cite: Gas pedal becomes unresponsive while depressed; 1-2 second delay before vehicle accelerates from complete stop; Vehicle moves forward a few feet then hesitates; Repeated pedal release and reapplication needed to maintain acceleration; Vehicle idles frequently during acceleration attempt; Hesitation when accelerating while turning at slow speeds
Repairs/costs cited: Software update attempted in one case without success. Dealerships unable to diagnose or repair in multiple complaints. No repair costs cited by owners.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified in at least one case. No recalls or TSBs mentioned by owners.
Engine RPM surging on downhill or during deceleration
Engine and RPM increase unexpectedly when vehicle is descending hills, slowing from highway speed, or during low-speed deceleration. Most pronounced at 25-35 MPH. Occurs more frequently with full or 3/4 tank of fuel.
When: Noticed around 10,000 miles service interval; pattern consistent
Symptoms owners cite: RPM increases to 2,500+ when decelerating from downhill; Engine revs up during traffic deceleration; Issue more pronounced at 25-35 MPH speeds; More frequent with higher fuel tank levels
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership tested at 10,000-mile service and found no issue. No repair work documented by owner.
Loss of acceleration power
Sudden loss of throttle response while driving at low speeds, resulting in inability to maintain speed or accelerate. Can occur without warning lights and leads to collision.
When: Early vehicle mileage (around 600 miles reported)
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden loss of acceleration power while driving; Vehicle loses ability to move forward
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle taken to dealer; failure unable to be replicated. Vehicle not repaired.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified. No TSBs or recalls mentioned.
Speed sensor malfunction
Speed sensor causes shaking or vibration during acceleration at moderate speeds.
When: During driving after reaching 40 MPH
Symptoms owners cite: Car shaking when speed sensor engaged after 40 MPH
Synthesized from 22 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Acceleration hesitation at slow speeds, especially while turning.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH, there was a sudden loss of acceleration power and the contact crashed into another vehicle. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was unable to be replicated. The contact mentioned that on another occasion, a…
Had cruise control trouble with your 2013 Toyota Camry?
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Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2013 Toyota Camry?
It's a meaningful issue. 22 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Across the 15 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most cruise control failures cluster between 10,000 and 90,000 miles, with the median around 20,146. A quarter of owners report trouble before 10,000; a quarter make it past 90,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control 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 cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control 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/2013/Toyota/Camry.
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