Head-to-head reliability
FORD F 600 vs Toyota Camry
How the FORD F 600 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
FORD F 600 vs Toyota Camry: The F-600 has 7 complaints over 7 years (1.0/year) and 20 recalls, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years (205.6/year) and 31 recalls. The Camry also reports 171 crash-related complaints, 158 injuries, and 1 death. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the FORD F 600 or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
FORD F 600
The Ford F-600 is a heavy-duty commercial truck, and over seven years it has only 7 complaints, averaging 1.0 per year. That low rate suggests most owners are fleets or businesses that may not report issues to NHTSA. The complaints that do exist cluster around engine stalling and brake problems, which are serious for a truck used for work.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a popular family sedan with 2,056 complaints over ten years, averaging 205.6 per year. That high volume reflects how many are on the road, but it also means many owners report problems. The most common complaints involve the power train, engine, and brakes, with some issues like hesitation and key stuck.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | FORD F 600 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 7 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 20 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 1.0 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.
FORD F 600
- 01ENGINE3
- 02SERVICE BRAKES3
- 03STEERING1
- 04FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE1
- 05POWER TRAIN1
Owners report losing engine power while driving at highway speeds, requiring a restart to regain power. This can be dangerous if it happens in traffic, and one complaint also mentions an incomplete fuel injector return line recall.
A leaking brake booster can cause the brakes to stay applied, leading to dragging and premature wear. Another complaint describes a rear axle shaft that may fracture due to improper heat treatment, which could lead to loss of control.
One complaint references an unrepaired recall for the brake booster pushrod retainer, which could affect steering control. This suggests a potential safety risk if the recall is not addressed.
The same brake booster leak complaint also mentions forward collision avoidance, indicating that brake issues may interfere with this safety system. Buyers should verify that all recalls are completed.
“The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-600SD. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact shifted into neutral, restarted the vehicle, shifted into drive while looking for a safe place to pull over; however, the failure per…”
“As No recall information found Unrepaired recall information was not found for this VIN 2025 F-600. Please report the following for a campaign # 2025 F-600 Safety Recalls* Fuel injector return line replacement Recall incomplete Brake booster pushrod retainer…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report the ignition key getting stuck in the ignition even when the car is in Park, requiring battery disconnection to remove. Others describe hesitation and shuddering while driving, often with a check engine light.
Complaints include delayed throttle response when pressing the accelerator, with several seconds of lag before the car moves. This can be a safety concern when merging or pulling out into traffic.
The electronic parking brake may fail to disengage, requiring a tow to the dealer. Owners also report a clicking or vibrating noise from the brake pedal area, which dealers attribute to the ABS system.
Multiple systems such as stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping can malfunction simultaneously. This suggests a broader electrical or software issue that could affect safety features.
“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.
FORD F 600 — 20 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F600, and 2023 E-Series vehicles. In addition, certain 2016 E-Series, 2017 and 2019 F-450, 2021 F-350, and 2021 Transit vehicles that received a reprinted label are also included in this recall. The Safety…
The risk: Missing tire information could lead to an incorrect tire or rim being installed, or incorrect tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the Safety Certification Label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C09.
The defect: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Super Duty F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600 vehicles. The fasteners for the front wheel hub extender may be insufficiently tightened, which can result in the wheel and wheel extender detaching from the vehicle.
The risk: Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the front wheel hub extender retaining nuts. If the retaining nuts are loose, dealers will replace the wheel hub extender, retaining nu…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.
The risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Fo…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Expedition, 2021-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The rearview camera may display a blank or distorted image.
The risk: Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S05.
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
FORD F 600 or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Ford F-600 has far fewer complaints per year (1.0 vs. 205.6), but this is likely because it is a low-volume commercial truck and many issues may go unreported. The Camry's higher complaint rate reflects its huge popularity, but it also has more reported crashes, injuries, and a death. In practice, the F-600 may have fewer reported problems, but the ones it has are serious for a work truck.
Key differences
- The Ford F-600 has 7 complaints over 7 years, while the Toyota Camry has 2,056 over 10 years, but the Camry is far more common on the road.
- Ford F-600 complaints often involve engine stalling and brake booster leaks, while Camry complaints frequently mention key stuck, hesitation, and electronic parking brake failure.
- The Camry has 171 crash-related complaints, 158 injuries, and 1 death, while the F-600 has none reported, though low reporting may skew this.
- Both have recalls: F-600 has 20 recalls including fuel pump and axle hubs; Camry has 31 recalls including air bag sensors and seat issues.
- Check for any open recalls, especially the fuel injector return line and brake booster pushrod retainer, as these can cause stalling or brake issues.
- Inspect the brake booster for leaks and test the brakes for dragging, and listen for any unusual noises from the rear axle that could indicate a fracture risk.
- Test the ignition key to ensure it can be removed easily when in Park, and check for any hesitation or shuddering during a test drive.
- Verify that the electronic parking brake engages and disengages properly, and listen for clicking or vibrating noises from the brake pedal area.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on NHTSA's recall website to see if all recalls are completed for either vehicle.
- For the F-600, ask for maintenance records on the brake system and engine, and have a mechanic inspect the brake booster and rear axle.
- For the Camry, test drive at various speeds to check for transmission hesitation, and test the key removal and parking brake multiple times.
- Get a pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic familiar with the specific model.
- Ask the seller for any repair invoices and check if the vehicle has been in any accidents.
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 | FORD F 600 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 163 |
| 2024 | 1 | 50 |
| 2023 | 1 | 64 |
| 2022 | 1 | 61 |
| 2021 | 2 | 157 |
| 2020 | 0 | 274 |
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 FORD F 600 or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- FORD F 600 vs Toyota Camry
- FORD F 600 total complaints
- 7
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- FORD F 600 total recalls
- 20
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- FORD F 600 avg complaints/year
- 1.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- FORD F 600
- FORD F 600 top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN