Head-to-head reliability
Aston Martin Vantage vs Toyota Camry
How the Aston Martin Vantage 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 Vantage vs Toyota Camry: The Vantage has 0 complaints and 5 recalls over 10 years, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints, 31 recalls, and 171 crash-related reports. The Camry also shows 158 injuries and 1 death, but the Vantage has no complaint text to review. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Aston Martin Vantage or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Aston Martin Vantage
The Aston Martin Vantage is a low-volume sports car with no owner complaints filed with NHTSA over the past decade, so there is no reported pattern of recurring failures from drivers. It has five recalls, including three for air bags and one each for engine oil pipes/hoses and a backup camera display. In ownership terms, that means you are unlikely to find a long list of common gripes, but you also have very little public data on what breaks. Recalls still matter because they are safety-related and should be checked by VIN.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a high-volume family sedan with 2,056 complaints over ten years, or about 206 per year, and 31 recalls. Owners most often report power train, engine, brake, and electrical problems, with 171 complaints linked to crashes and 158 injuries. The sample complaints describe real symptoms like a key that will not come out of the ignition, shuddering and hesitation while driving, and brake noises or electronic parking brake failures. That volume of reports does not automatically mean the car is unsafe, but it does mean you should expect more documented issues to check.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Aston Martin Vantage | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 5 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 158 |
| 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 Vantage
No component data available.
A recall covers engine oil lines, which can leak or fail and potentially lead to oil loss or fire risk. Buyers should confirm this recall was performed, because an unrepaired leak can damage the engine.
A recall addresses the rearview camera display, which may not show an image when reversing. That matters because it can reduce rear visibility, so verify the fix was done.
Three separate air bag recalls are listed, meaning the inflators or related parts may not deploy as designed. Any used Vantage should have all air bag recalls closed before purchase.
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report the ignition key getting stuck and not releasing even when the car shows Park, sometimes requiring a battery disconnect. Others describe hesitation and shuddering at various speeds with the check engine light on, which can point to transmission or engine control issues.
Complaints include delayed throttle response when pressing the accelerator, with the car taking several seconds to move. That kind of lag can be dangerous when merging or pulling out, and it may be tied to engine or electronic throttle problems.
Drivers report the electronic parking brake failing to disengage, requiring a tow, and a clicking or vibrating noise from the brake pedal area that dealers attribute to the ABS system. Brake problems directly affect stopping ability and should be inspected carefully.
One owner reported multiple systems failing at once, including stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping. Electrical glitches like these can disable safety aids without warning, so a pre-purchase scan for stored codes is wise.
“My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle…”
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 Vantage — 5 recalls
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017 DB11, 2019 DB11 V8 Volante and DBS Superleggera, 2019-2020 Vantage and 2020 Superleggera Volante vehicles. The front seat air bag fasteners may not have been tightened correctly.
The risk: Loose fasteners can cause the air bag to improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will examine and, if necessary, secure the front seat air bag fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2020. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. As…
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DBX707, 2024-2025 DB12, and 2025 Vantage vehicles. The engine oil cooler hose may split during vehicle operation, resulting in a loss of oil and oil pressure.
The risk: A sudden loss of oil and oil pressure could lead to the engine stalling or seizing, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2024. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-03-1973.
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DB12, 2025 Vantage, and 2025 DBX707 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements…
The risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: The head unit software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Ma…
The defect: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017 DB11, 2019 DB11 V8 Volante and DBS Superleggera, 2019-2020 Vantage and 2020 Superleggera Volante vehicles. The front seat air bag fasteners may not have been tightened correctly.
The risk: Loose fasteners can cause the air bag to improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will examine and, if necessary, secure the front seat air bag fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2020. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. As…
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
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…
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…
Buyer analysis
Aston Martin Vantage or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Aston Martin Vantage has 0 complaints per year on average, while the Toyota Camry has about 206 per year, so the Vantage has far fewer reported issues per year in this data. In practice, that means a Camry buyer is more likely to find a documented history of power train, brake, and electrical complaints, while a Vantage buyer has almost no owner-reported pattern to review. The trade-off is that the Vantage also has very little public complaint data, so recalls and a thorough inspection matter more.
Key differences
- The Vantage has 0 complaints and 5 recalls over 10 years, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints and 31 recalls, so the Camry has far more owner-reported problems to review.
- Camry complaints include specific drivability symptoms like a stuck ignition key, shuddering, and delayed throttle, while the Vantage has no complaint text on record.
- The Vantage recalls focus on air bags, engine oil lines, and backup camera display, whereas Camry recalls include wheels, seats, and occupant classification sensors.
- The Camry data shows 171 crash-related complaints, 158 injuries, and 1 death, while the Vantage shows 0 in each of those categories.
- Check for any open recalls, especially the three air bag recalls and the engine oil pipe/hose recall, by running the VIN with a dealer.
- Inspect the rearview camera display for proper operation, since a recall covers a display function issue that could affect reversing visibility.
- Test the ignition key removal and electronic parking brake engagement/disengagement, because owners report the key sticking and the brake failing to release.
- Listen for clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal area and watch for hesitation or shuddering during a test drive, as these are reported power train and brake symptoms.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on both vehicles through NHTSA or a dealer to confirm all recalls are closed, especially air bag and engine oil line recalls on the Vantage.
- For the Camry, ask for service records related to power train, brakes, and electrical repairs, and have a mechanic scan for stored trouble codes.
- During a Camry test drive, check for delayed acceleration, shuddering, brake pedal noise, and proper electronic parking brake operation.
- During a Vantage test drive, verify the backup camera works and ask whether the engine oil lines and air bags have been replaced under recall.
- Get a pre-purchase inspection from a shop familiar with the specific model, since the Vantage has little complaint data and the Camry has many reported systems to check.
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 Vantage | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | 163 |
| 2024 | 0 | 50 |
| 2023 | 0 | 64 |
| 2022 | 0 | 61 |
| 2021 | 0 | 157 |
| 2020 | 0 | 274 |
| 2019 | 0 | 395 |
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 Vantage or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Aston Martin Vantage vs Toyota Camry
- Aston Martin Vantage total complaints
- 0
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Aston Martin Vantage total recalls
- 5
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Aston Martin Vantage avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Aston Martin Vantage
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN