Head-to-head reliability
FORD F 750 vs Toyota Camry
How the FORD F 750 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 750 vs Toyota Camry: The Ford F-750 has 6 complaints and 0 crashes over 10 years, while the Toyota Camry has 2,143 complaints, 181 crashes, and 1 death. The F-750's main issues are fuel system fires and power loss; the Camry's include sudden acceleration and brake failure. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the FORD F 750 or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
FORD F 750
The Ford F-750 is a heavy-duty commercial truck, often used for work like hauling or emergency services. Over 10 years, it has only 6 complaints and 7 recalls, with no crashes, injuries, or deaths reported. The main issues owners report are fuel system and engine problems, including fires and power loss. Living with it means dealing with potential fuel leaks and reduced power, but the low complaint rate suggests these are not widespread.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a popular family sedan, known for everyday reliability. However, over 10 years it has 2,143 complaints and 31 recalls, with 181 crash-related reports, 163 injuries, and 1 death. Owners frequently report transmission, engine, and brake problems, including sudden acceleration and brake failure. While many Camrys are trouble-free, the volume of complaints indicates some owners face serious safety issues.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | FORD F 750 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 6 Better | 2,143 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 7 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 181 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.6 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.
FORD F 750
- 01ENGINE4
- 02FUEL SYSTEM1
- 03DIESEL1
- 04FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
- 05POWER TRAIN1
Owners report high-pressure fuel system failures, particularly the secondary fuel filter, which can lead to fuel leaks and engine fires. One complaint describes flames from the injector manifold and fuel smell. This is a serious fire risk that could total the truck.
Complaints include reduced power and failure to accelerate, sometimes without warning lights. This can leave a driver stranded or unable to keep up with traffic, a major problem for a work truck.
Similar to fuel system issues, diesel-related complaints mention reduced power and acceleration problems. For a diesel truck, this points to fuel delivery or injection faults that can be costly to repair.
One complaint involves the automatic transmission cooling unit and lines, which could lead to transmission overheating or failure. This is a critical component for towing and heavy loads.
“1. The high pressure fuel system failed, specifically the secondary fuel filter. The fire originated from the injector manifold, burning straight up to the bottom of the hood. Fuel was everywhere and the driver could obviously smell it. 2. This could have bee…”
“The contact owned a 2019 Ford F-750 SD. The contact stated that while an employer was driving at approximately 40 MPH, he smelled a burning odor. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and inspected. The contact observed flames emanating from the eng…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN395
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER342
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES290
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM246
Owners report grinding noises from the front end and transmission failure, sometimes requiring replacement. One complaint notes a recall for the same issue but the VIN wasn't covered. This can cause sudden loss of power or expensive repairs.
Complaints include uncontrollable sudden acceleration, leading to crashes, and coolant valve bypass issues that trigger warning lights. Sudden acceleration is a severe safety hazard that can cause loss of control.
Owners describe brake pedal going to the floor with no response, especially on slopes, and difficulty stopping. This is a critical safety failure that could lead to collisions.
While not detailed in samples, electrical complaints are common (246 total). Issues can range from sensor failures to infotainment glitches, affecting reliability and safety features.
“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.
FORD F 750 — 7 recalls
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 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, 2021-2022 F600, and 2022 F750 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V957. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the h…
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) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed mailed April 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S…
The defect: Mickey Truck Bodies, Inc. (Mickey Truck Bodies) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-750 based vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The affected monitors may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to…
The risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mickey Truck Bodies will work with ASA Electronics to notify owners, and provide a remedy to keep the image from reversing, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics customer service at 1-800-384-4400…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, and Medium Duty F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A small void may be present in the top-center of the vehicle's underhood secondary fuel filter cap, which may progress to a p…
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the primary and secondary fuel filters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S01.
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
FORD F 750 or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Ford F-750 has far fewer issues per year (0.6 complaints/year) compared to the Toyota Camry (214.3 complaints/year). In practice, this means a used F-750 is less likely to have a reported problem, but when issues occur, they can be severe like fires. The Camry's higher complaint rate suggests more frequent problems, including serious safety defects like sudden acceleration and brake failure.
Key differences
- The Ford F-750 has 6 complaints and 0 crashes, while the Toyota Camry has 2,143 complaints and 181 crash-related reports, indicating a much higher rate of safety incidents for the Camry.
- Ford F-750 complaints center on fuel system fires and power loss, whereas Camry complaints include sudden acceleration, brake failure, and transmission grinding.
- The F-750 has 7 recalls, mostly for fuel system and power train, while the Camry has 31 recalls covering air bags, seats, wheels, and labels.
- Camry owners report injuries (163) and one death, while the F-750 has no reported injuries or deaths, though fire risk remains a concern.
- Inspect the high-pressure fuel system, especially the secondary fuel filter and injector manifold, for leaks, fuel smell, or signs of fire damage.
- Check for reduced power or acceleration issues during a test drive, and look for any stored trouble codes related to fuel delivery or diesel systems.
- Test the brakes on slopes and at low speeds for any sponginess or failure to respond, as owners report brake pedal going to the floor.
- Listen for grinding noises from the front end during acceleration, which may indicate transmission problems requiring replacement.
Before you buy
- Run a VIN check for open recalls on both vehicles, as the F-750 has fuel system recalls and the Camry has many safety recalls.
- For the F-750, have a diesel mechanic inspect the fuel system for leaks and fire damage, and check transmission cooling lines.
- For the Camry, test drive at various speeds and brake firmly to check for sudden acceleration or brake failure, and listen for transmission noises.
- Review the NHTSA complaint history for both models to understand common failure patterns and frequency.
- Consider a pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic specializing in the respective vehicle type, focusing on the reported problem areas.
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 750 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 119 |
| 2025 | 0 | 153 |
| 2024 | 0 | 48 |
| 2023 | 0 | 62 |
| 2022 | 1 | 59 |
| 2021 | 1 | 155 |
| 2020 | 0 | 270 |
| 2019 | 1 | 393 |
| 2018 | 0 | 736 |
| 2017 | 3 | 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 FORD F 750 or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- FORD F 750 vs Toyota Camry
- FORD F 750 total complaints
- 6
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,143
- FORD F 750 total recalls
- 7
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- FORD F 750 avg complaints/year
- 0.6
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 214.3
- More reliable overall
- FORD F 750
- FORD F 750 top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN