Head-to-head reliability
Aston Martin Vanquish vs Toyota Camry
How the Aston Martin Vanquish and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Aston Martin Vanquish vs Toyota Camry: The Vanquish has 1 complaint and 6 recalls over 10 years, while the Camry has 2,143 complaints and 31 recalls. The Camry also reports 181 crash-related complaints and 163 injuries, versus none for the Vanquish. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Aston Martin Vanquish or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Aston Martin Vanquish
The Aston Martin Vanquish is a low-volume exotic car, so it sees very few complaints—just 1 over 10 years, or about 0.1 per year. That single complaint describes a sudden power loss under hard acceleration because the plastic intake pipe can collapse. With 6 recalls covering brakes, latches, transmission, and accelerator pedal, the main ownership concern is potential expensive repairs and recall visits, not frequent breakdowns.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a high-volume family sedan, and its 2,143 complaints over 10 years (about 214 per year) reflect that popularity. Owners report a wide range of issues, from transmission grinding and sudden acceleration to brake failure and AC problems. With 31 recalls and 181 crash-related complaints, the Camry has a much higher volume of reported problems, though many are addressed by recalls.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Aston Martin Vanquish | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 1 Better | 2,143 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 6 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 181 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.1 Better | 214.3 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 163 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Aston Martin Vanquish
- 01ENGINE1
One owner reported that during hard acceleration at high revs, the car suddenly lost power and stopped accelerating. The manufacturer said the plastic intake pipe can collapse under heavy acceleration, which can compress and cut airflow. For a buyer, this means a potential sudden loss of power during aggressive driving, which could be dangerous in traffic.
“The car at high revs at hard acceleration suddenly loses power, causing it to upshift and stop accelerating. Manufacturer said on heavy acceleration, that the intake pipe to the engine collapse upon heavy acceleration, as they are plastic and can compress and…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN395
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER342
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES290
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM246
Owners report grinding noises from the front during acceleration, with dealers confirming transmission problems that require replacement. Some also describe sudden, uncontrollable acceleration, including one case where the car crashed and was totaled. These issues can lead to costly repairs and serious safety risks.
Complaints include sudden acceleration and a coolant bypass valve issue that triggers a maintenance warning. One owner noted a recall for the coolant valve on 2022 Camrys, but their VIN was not covered, leaving them to pay for repairs. This means some cars may have unresolved safety defects.
Drivers report brake pedal failure, such as no response when trying to decelerate on a steep hill or in a parking lot. In one case, the driver had to take emergency action to stop. Brake problems are a critical safety concern for any buyer.
While not detailed in the sample complaints, the high number of electrical system complaints (246) suggests issues like sensor failures or software glitches. These can cause warning lights, battery drain, or affect other systems, leading to diagnostic headaches and repair costs.
“I turned into a restaurant’s parking lot, found a spot and slowly drove into the lot, I eased off the gas pedal and gently applying the brake as the lot has a slight downward slope. When I reach the chunk (the parking block), I added more force to the brake,…”
“Grinding noise coming from front end upon acceleration. Brought to dealership who confirmed noises coming from transmission. Transmission needs to be replaced per dealer recommendation. Recalls on 2021 Toyota Camry for same issue. Transmissions on backorder a…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Aston Martin Vanquish — 6 recalls
The defect: Aston Martin is recalling certain 2025 Vanquish vehicles. The vacuum pump may not generate vacuum, resulting in a loss of power brake assist and decreased brake function.
The risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston Martin will update the ESP software for all affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 1, 2025. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for…
The defect: Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 DB9, 2010-2012 DBS, 2010-2016 V8 Vantage, 2012 Virage, 2010-2016 Rapide, 2014-2016 Vanquish, 2011-2016 V12 Vantage, and 2012-2013 V12 Zagato vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with interior door…
The risk: If the doors cannot be opened by an occupant from inside the vehicle, they may be trapped inside, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will disable the double locking feature by reprogramming the software, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2016. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston…
The defect: Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 DB9, 2010-2012 DBS, 2010-2016 V8 Vantage, 2012 Virage, 2010-2016 Rapide, 2014-2016 Vanquish, 2011-2016 V12 Vantage, and 2012-2013 V12 Zagato vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with interior door…
The risk: If the doors cannot be opened by an occupant from inside the vehicle, they may be trapped inside, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will disable the double locking feature by reprogramming the software, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2016. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston…
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 DB9, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2015 Rapide, 2012 Virage, and 2014 Vanquish vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Touchtronic II Automatic Transmission. A communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the Transmission Con…
The risk: If the park pawl does not engage and the vehicle is stopped on a slope and exited without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this…
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
Aston Martin Vanquish or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Aston Martin Vanquish has far fewer complaints per year (0.1 vs. 214.3), but it is a low-production exotic, so data is sparse. The Toyota Camry has many more reported issues, including serious safety-related ones like sudden acceleration and brake failure. In practice, the Camry may require more frequent attention, but its problems are well-documented and often covered by recalls.
Key differences
- The Vanquish has only 1 complaint and 6 recalls, while the Camry has 2,143 complaints and 31 recalls—a massive difference in reported problem volume.
- Camry owners report serious safety issues like sudden acceleration, transmission failure, and brake loss; the Vanquish's lone complaint is a power loss under hard acceleration due to a collapsing intake pipe.
- The Camry has 181 crash-related complaints and 163 injuries, while the Vanquish has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 injuries in the data.
- Recalls on the Vanquish cover brakes, latches, transmission, and accelerator pedal; Camry recalls include air bags, seats, wheels, and labels, indicating different areas of concern.
- Check the plastic intake pipe for cracks or deformation, as it can collapse under heavy acceleration and cause sudden power loss.
- Verify that all 6 recalls have been performed, especially those for brakes, latches, transmission, and accelerator pedal, to avoid inherited safety defects.
- Listen for grinding noises from the front during acceleration, which may indicate transmission problems requiring replacement.
- Test the brakes thoroughly, including on slopes, for any delay or failure, as owners report brake pedal issues.
Before you buy
- For either car, run the VIN on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are completed.
- On the Vanquish, inspect the intake pipe and test hard acceleration for power loss.
- On the Camry, test-drive at various speeds and listen for transmission grinding; also test brakes on a hill.
- Ask for maintenance records, especially for transmission fluid changes on the Camry and any engine work on the Vanquish.
- Have a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the specific model to check for the reported issues.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Aston Martin Vanquish | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 119 |
| 2025 | 1 | 153 |
| 2018 | 0 | 736 |
| 2017 | 0 | 148 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Aston Martin Vanquish or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
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- Comparison
- Aston Martin Vanquish vs Toyota Camry
- Aston Martin Vanquish total complaints
- 1
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,143
- Aston Martin Vanquish total recalls
- 6
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Aston Martin Vanquish avg complaints/year
- 0.1
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 214.3
- More reliable overall
- Aston Martin Vanquish
- Aston Martin Vanquish top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN