Head-to-head reliability
Isuzu Vehicross vs Toyota Camry
How the Isuzu Vehicross 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
Isuzu Vehicross vs Toyota Camry: The Vehicross has 41 complaints over 3 years (13.7/year) and 0 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; the Vehicross reports none. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Isuzu Vehicross or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Isuzu Vehicross
The Isuzu Vehicross is a niche, low-volume SUV with only 41 complaints over 3 years, averaging 13.7 per year. The complaint pattern is heavily concentrated in visibility issues, especially power window failures, with some structure and electrical problems. There are no recalls, crashes, injuries, or deaths reported in the data, but the window and electrical faults can be persistent and annoying.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a high-volume sedan with 2,056 complaints over 10 years, averaging 205.6 per year. It has 31 recalls and reports of 171 crash-related incidents, 158 injuries, and 1 death. The most common complaint areas are power train, engine, and service brakes, with owners describing issues like hesitation, shuddering, and brake problems.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Isuzu Vehicross | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 41 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 0 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 13.7 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.
Isuzu Vehicross
- 01VISIBILITY35
- 02STRUCTURE2
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
- 05LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES1
Owners repeatedly report power window mechanism failures, often on both sides, with the window binding or failing to close due to track misalignment. This can leave the window stuck open, exposing the interior to weather and theft.
Some owners report frame rust, with one complaint noting the frame is rusting out and comparing materials to the Isuzu Rodeo. Another mentions moisture leakage from the door post or firewall, which can lead to rust and electrical issues.
Complaints describe electrical shortages affecting turn signals, back-up lamps, power windows, and even the transmission mode selector. One owner noted rough shifting from 1st to 2nd, suggesting electrical faults can impact drivability.
“I OWN TWO 2001 ISUZU VEHICROSS'S. I BOUGHT THEM USED 1 AND 2 YEARS AGO, RESPECTIVELY. MY FIRST ONE WAS PURCHASED WITH 11,000 MILES ON IT, AND THE SECOND ONE WITH 36,000 MILES ON IT. UPON PURCHASE OF MY FIRST ONE, THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISM ON BOTH SIDES HAD T…”
“I OWN A 2000 VEHICROSS BY ISUZU. I BOUGHT IT NEW 1/01. ON 1/15/03 @ 22,449 MILES THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISM ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE HAD TO BE REPAIRED DUE TO A FAILURE OF THE TRACK ALIGNMENT. *AK IT COST ME $0 TO FIX AS IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. HOWEVER, I…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report intermittent issues like the ignition key getting stuck in Park, requiring battery disconnection to remove, and hesitation or shuddering while driving with the check engine light on. These can strand a driver or indicate deeper transmission problems.
Complaints include delayed throttle response, where pressing the accelerator results in a several-second delay before the car moves. This lag can be dangerous when merging or crossing traffic.
Owners describe the electronic parking brake failing to disengage, requiring a tow, and clicking or vibrating noises from the brake pedal area that are attributed to the ABS system. These issues can affect braking confidence and lead to costly repairs.
Multiple systems can malfunction at once, including stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping assistance. Such widespread electronic failures can make the car unpredictable and unsafe to drive.
“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.
Isuzu Vehicross
No recalls on record.
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
Isuzu Vehicross or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Isuzu Vehicross has far fewer complaints per year (13.7 vs. 205.6) and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data, while the Toyota Camry has 31 recalls and hundreds of crash-related reports. In practice, the Vehicross may have fewer systemic safety issues, but its complaints are persistent and can be annoying, whereas the Camry's issues are more numerous and sometimes severe.
Key differences
- The Isuzu Vehicross has 0 recalls and 0 crash-related complaints, while the Toyota Camry has 31 recalls and 171 crash-related complaints.
- Vehicross complaints are dominated by power window failures (35 of 41), whereas Camry complaints are spread across power train, engine, and brakes.
- Camry reports include 158 injuries and 1 death, while Vehicross reports none in the provided data.
- Vehicross owners report frame rust and electrical shortages, while Camry owners report key stuck in Park, hesitation, and brake noise.
- Test both power windows multiple times; listen for binding or grinding and check if they close fully and smoothly.
- Inspect the frame and undercarriage for rust, especially around the door posts and firewall where moisture leaks are reported.
- Check for delayed throttle response by test-driving at low speeds and accelerating; note any hesitation or shuddering.
- Test the electronic parking brake and listen for clicking or vibrating noises from the brake pedal area when braking.
Before you buy
- For the Vehicross, operate every power window several times and inspect the window tracks for alignment or wear.
- For the Camry, test the ignition key removal in Park and check for any sticking or need to disconnect the battery.
- On both vehicles, scan for stored trouble codes, especially transmission and electrical codes.
- Inspect the Camry's brake system, including the electronic parking brake, for proper engagement and release.
- Check the Vehicross for water leaks inside the cabin, particularly near the driver's side door post and firewall.
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 Isuzu Vehicross or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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- Comparison
- Isuzu Vehicross vs Toyota Camry
- Isuzu Vehicross total complaints
- 41
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Isuzu Vehicross total recalls
- 0
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Isuzu Vehicross avg complaints/year
- 13.7
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Isuzu Vehicross
- Isuzu Vehicross top complaint area
- VISIBILITY
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN