Head-to-head reliability
Honda Cb650r vs Toyota Camry
How the Honda Cb650r 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
Honda Cb650r vs Toyota Camry: The CB650R has 0 complaints over 8 years and 3 recalls, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years, 31 recalls, and 171 crash-related reports. The CB650R shows no owner-reported failure pattern; the Camry has documented power train, brake, and electrical issues. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Honda Cb650r or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Honda Cb650r
The Honda CB650R is a middleweight motorcycle with no owner complaints filed with NHTSA over eight years, suggesting owners rarely report problems through this channel. Its three recalls cover exterior lighting (twice) and the clutch hand lever, which are specific mechanical items rather than a broad pattern of failure. In ownership terms, the lack of complaint text means there is little documented evidence of recurring real-world issues, but also fewer owner stories to learn from.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a high-volume sedan with 2,056 complaints over ten years, averaging about 206 per year, and 31 recalls. Owner reports cluster around the power train, engine, brakes, and electrical systems, with symptoms like a stuck ignition key, shuddering and hesitation, delayed throttle response, and electronic parking brake failure. The volume of complaints and the 171 crash-related reports, 158 injuries, and one death indicate that some issues have been serious enough to be reported as safety concerns.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Honda Cb650r | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 3 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.
Honda Cb650r
No component data available.
Two of the three recalls involve exterior lighting, meaning there may be a defect that affects lights. For a buyer, this matters because lighting problems can reduce visibility and may not be obvious until the recall is performed.
One recall covers the clutch assembly's hand lever. A faulty clutch lever could affect control and shifting, so buyers should confirm the recall was completed.
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 dashboard shows Park, sometimes requiring a battery disconnect. Others describe hesitation and shuddering with the check engine light on. These issues can leave you unable to shut off or start the car normally.
Complaints include a several-second delay in throttle response when pressing the accelerator, and repeated hesitation and shuddering. Such delays can be dangerous when merging or pulling out, and may point to sensor or software problems.
Owners report the electronic parking brake not disengaging, requiring a tow, and a clicking/vibrating sound from the brake pedal area that the manufacturer calls common. A parking brake that won't release can strand you, and brake noise may signal ABS issues.
One complaint describes multiple systems—smart stop, stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, collision brake, and lane keeping—all malfunctioning at once. Such widespread electrical failures can compromise several safety aids simultaneously.
“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.
Honda Cb650r — 3 recalls
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Super Cub C125, CB500X, CB650R, CBR300R, CBR500R, CBR650R, Rebel 300, Rebel 500, Monkey, 2020 CRF250L, GROM, 2021 CRF300L, and CB500F motorcycles. The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to…
The risk: A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM3.
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 CB650R and CBR650R motorcycles. The fasteners of the gear shift arm may loosen and detach, resulting in the inability to shift gears.
The risk: The inability to shift gears while riding increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the gear shift arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 31, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR7.
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Super Cub C125, CB500X, CB650R, CBR300R, CBR500R, CBR650R, Rebel 300, Rebel 500, Monkey, 2020 CRF250L, GROM, 2021 CRF300L, and CB500F motorcycles. The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to…
The risk: A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM3.
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
Honda Cb650r or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Honda CB650R has zero complaints per year over eight years, while the Toyota Camry averages about 206 complaints per year over ten years. In practice, the CB650R shows almost no owner-reported failure pattern in this data, whereas the Camry has a large, varied set of reported problems that a buyer should research and inspect for.
Key differences
- The CB650R has no owner complaints on file, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints, with power train, engine, brakes, and electrical systems being the most common areas.
- Camry owners report concrete drivability symptoms like a stuck ignition key, shuddering, and delayed throttle response; the CB650R has no complaint text to describe any such patterns.
- The CB650R's recalls are limited to lighting and a clutch lever, whereas the Camry's 31 recalls include air bag occupant sensors, seats, and wheel studs.
- The Camry has 171 crash-related reports, 158 injuries, and one death in the complaint data; the CB650R has zero in all three categories.
- Confirm the exterior lighting and clutch hand lever recalls have been performed, since those are the only documented issues.
- Check that all lights work properly and the clutch lever operates smoothly, as these are the recalled areas.
- Test the ignition key removal in Park and watch for any sticking or need to disconnect the battery.
- During a test drive, listen for brake pedal clicking or vibration and check that the electronic parking brake engages and releases without trouble.
Before you buy
- For either vehicle, look up the VIN on NHTSA's recall site and confirm all open recalls are fixed.
- On the Camry, start the car, shift to Park, and try removing the key several times to check for sticking.
- On the Camry, test the electronic parking brake repeatedly and listen for abnormal brake pedal noises.
- On the CB650R, inspect all lights and operate the clutch lever through its full range.
- Ask for service records and, for the Camry, note any history of hesitation, shuddering, or electrical glitches.
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 | Honda Cb650r | 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 Honda Cb650r or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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- Comparison
- Honda Cb650r vs Toyota Camry
- Honda Cb650r total complaints
- 0
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Honda Cb650r total recalls
- 3
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Honda Cb650r avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Honda Cb650r
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
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