Head-to-head reliability
Honda Nc700x vs Toyota Camry
How the Honda Nc700x 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 Nc700x vs Toyota Camry: The NC700X motorcycle had 2 complaints and 2 recalls over 10 years, while the Camry sedan had 2,056 complaints and 31 recalls. Camry owners report transmission, engine, brake, and electrical issues; NC700X owners report a transmission cover plate breaking. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Honda Nc700x or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Honda Nc700x
The Honda NC700X is a motorcycle, not a car, so the complaint volume is naturally low—just 2 over 10 years. Both complaints involve the dual-clutch transmission cover plate breaking during removal, which is a repair-shop issue rather than a roadside failure. The two recalls are for the starter relay, an electrical part that could leave you unable to start. Overall, it's a simple machine with few reported problems, but the data is thin.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a high-volume sedan with 2,056 complaints over 10 years, about 206 per year. Owners report a wide range of issues: transmission hesitation and stuck keys, engine shuddering, brake noises and electronic parking brake failures, and electrical glitches affecting multiple systems. There are also 171 crash-related complaints and 158 injuries, plus 31 recalls covering seats, airbag sensors, and wheel studs. It's a popular car with many reported problems, so careful inspection is key.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Honda Nc700x | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 2 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 2 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.2 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 Nc700x
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Owners report the cover plate for the dual-clutch transmission broke into two pieces during removal. This is a repair-time failure, meaning it may not strand you but can add cost and downtime when the transmission is serviced.
The same transmission cover plate breakage was also filed under this category, suggesting it's the main reported issue. Buyers should be aware that this part is fragile during removal, so a pre-purchase inspection should check for prior transmission work.
“PLEASE REFER TO MY ORIGINAL COMPLAINT NUMBER OF 11217973 IN WHICH I DIDN'T LIST THE PROBLEM UNDER THE NC700 CATEGORY AND MISTAKENLY LISTED IT AS THE HONDA NM4 (COMMON NAME FOR THIS MOTORCYCLE). THE ORIGINAL INFO IS BELOW: THIS IS A HONDA MOTORCYCLE WITH A DUA…”
“COVER PLATE FOR THE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION BROKE INTO TWO PIECES DURING REMOVAL.”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report the ignition key getting stuck and unable to be removed even when the dashboard shows Park, requiring a battery disconnect to free it. Others describe hesitation and shuddering while driving with the check engine light on. These issues affect daily usability and could indicate transmission or sensor problems.
Complaints include delayed throttle response—pressing the gas and waiting several seconds before the car moves—and shuddering with the check engine light. This can be a safety concern when merging or pulling out, and diagnosis may be needed.
The electronic parking brake (EPB) may not disengage, requiring a tow and manual release, and a new switch didn't fix one owner's problem. Another owner reports a clicking/vibrating noise from the brake pedal area that the manufacturer calls normal for the 2023 Camry. Brake issues are critical for safety.
One owner reported multiple systems—smart stop, stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, secondary collision brake, and lane keeping—all malfunctioning at once. This suggests a complex electrical fault that could affect several safety features 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 Nc700x — 2 recalls
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 ST1300PA, 2014-2015 CB500, CBR500, CRF250L, CBR650, CTX700, NSS300, VT750, VT1300, 2015 CB300F, CBR300, CBR600, and 2014-2016 NC700 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, sealant may have been incorrectly applied to the s…
The risk: A loss of electrical power may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected starter relay switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JS9 a…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 ST1300PA, 2014-2015 CB500, CBR500, CRF250L, CBR650, CTX700, NSS300, VT750, VT1300, 2015 CB300F, CBR300, CBR600, and 2014-2016 NC700 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, sealant may have been incorrectly applied to the s…
The risk: A loss of electrical power may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected starter relay switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JS9 a…
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 Nc700x or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Honda NC700X has far fewer issues per year (0.2 vs 205.6), but it's a motorcycle with only 2 complaints, so the comparison is limited. In practice, the Camry's higher volume means more reported problems, but also more data to identify patterns. The NC700X's issues are narrow and repair-related, while the Camry's span major systems.
Key differences
- The NC700X is a motorcycle with only 2 complaints, both about a transmission cover plate breaking during removal; the Camry is a car with 2,056 complaints covering transmission, engine, brakes, and electrical systems.
- The Camry has 171 crash-related complaints and 158 injuries, while the NC700X has none—but this reflects vehicle type and exposure, not a direct safety comparison.
- The NC700X has 2 recalls for the starter relay; the Camry has 31 recalls including seats, airbag sensors, and wheel studs.
- Camry owners report stuck ignition keys, hesitation, EPB failures, and multi-system electrical glitches; NC700X owners report only the transmission cover plate issue.
- Check that the starter relay recall has been performed—both recalls are for this part, and a failed relay could leave you unable to start.
- Inspect the dual-clutch transmission cover plate for cracks or signs of previous removal, as owners report it breaking during service.
- Test the ignition key removal in Park—if it sticks, walk away or budget for repair, as owners report needing a battery disconnect to free it.
- Listen for clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal area and test the electronic parking brake engagement/disengagement; owners report EPB failures requiring a tow.
Before you buy
- For the NC700X, confirm both starter relay recalls were completed by checking the VIN with a Honda dealer.
- For the Camry, take a test drive at various speeds to check for hesitation, shuddering, or delayed throttle response.
- On the Camry, test the electronic parking brake multiple times and listen for abnormal brake pedal noises.
- On the Camry, verify all electrical features—blind spot monitoring, lane keeping, stability control—work during the test drive.
- For either vehicle, request a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the model to check for the specific 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 | Honda Nc700x | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 50 |
| 2023 | 0 | 64 |
| 2022 | 0 | 61 |
| 2021 | 0 | 157 |
| 2020 | 0 | 274 |
| 2019 | 0 | 395 |
| 2018 | 0 | 744 |
| 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 Honda Nc700x or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
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- Comparison
- Honda Nc700x vs Toyota Camry
- Honda Nc700x total complaints
- 2
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Honda Nc700x total recalls
- 2
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Honda Nc700x avg complaints/year
- 0.2
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Honda Nc700x
- Honda Nc700x top complaint area
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- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN