Head-to-head reliability

Rolls Royce PARK WARD vs Toyota Camry

How the Rolls Royce PARK WARD and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.

Rolls Royce PARK WARD0 complaints · 2 recalls Fewer issues per year
Toyota Camry2,056 complaints · 31 recalls

Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records

Which should you buy?

Rolls Royce PARK WARD vs Toyota Camry: The PARK WARD has 0 complaints and 2 brake hose recalls over 2 years, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints, 31 recalls, and 171 crash-related reports over 10 years. The Camry's higher complaint rate means more documented issues to inspect. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.

The picture

Is the Rolls Royce PARK WARD or Toyota Camry more reliable?

A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.

Rolls Royce PARK WARD

The Rolls Royce PARK WARD shows no owner complaints over two years, so there is no real-world pattern of failures to learn from. It has two recalls, both for hydraulic brake hoses, lines, piping, and fittings. That means the main known issue is a brake fluid leak risk that could reduce stopping power. With so little data, a buyer should rely on a thorough pre-purchase inspection rather than complaint history.

Toyota Camry

The Toyota Camry has 2,056 complaints over ten years, about 206 per year, plus 31 recalls. Owners report problems with the power train, engine, brakes, electrical system, and other areas. Some complaints involve crashes, injuries, and one death, so the reported issues can be serious. This is a high-volume vehicle with many documented problems, but not every car will have them.

The numbers

Side-by-side NHTSA record

Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.

CategoryRolls Royce PARK WARDToyota Camry
Total complaintsAll model years combined0 Better2,056
Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns2 Better31
Crash reportsCrash-related complaints0 Better171
Complaints per yearAveraged across model years0.0 Better205.6
Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints0 Better158
Reported deathsTied to owner complaints0 Better1

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.

Rolls Royce PARK WARD

No component data available.

What these mean
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components: Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

Both recalls involve brake hydraulic hoses, lines, piping, and fittings. A leak in these parts can cause a soft or failing brake pedal, making it harder to stop. Buyers should have a mechanic check for brake fluid leaks or corrosion before purchase.

Toyota Camry

  1. 01POWER TRAIN385
  2. 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
  3. 03ENGINE315
  4. 04SERVICE BRAKES285
  5. 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
What these mean
Power Train

Owners report the ignition key getting stuck and not coming out even when the car shows it is in Park; the only fix mentioned is disconnecting the battery. Others describe hesitation and shuddering while driving with the check engine light on. These issues can leave you stranded or make the car feel unreliable.

Engine

Complaints include a several-second delay when pressing the gas pedal, so the car does not move right away. Owners also report hesitation and shuddering at various speeds with the check engine light on. This can be dangerous when merging or crossing traffic.

Service Brakes

Owners report the electronic parking brake not disengaging, requiring a tow and a new switch that sometimes does not fix it. Others hear a clicking or vibrating sound from the brake pedal area, which the manufacturer says comes from the ABS system. Brake problems can affect stopping confidence.

Electrical System

One owner reported multiple systems failing at once: smart stop, vehicle stability control, electric power steering, blind spot monitoring, secondary collision brake, and lane keeping assistance. Another complaint lists subframe, driveline, and stability/traction control components. Electrical glitches can disable safety features without warning.

In owners' words — POWER TRAIN

“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.

Rolls Royce PARK WARD — 2 recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
#02V187000

The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIMOUSINES, THE LOW PRESSURE BRAKE FLUID FEED PIPE BETWEEN THE MASTER CYLINDER AND REMOTE RESERVOIR HAS THE POTENTIAL TO TRAP OR RETAIN AIR.

The risk: THIS AIR COULD ENTER THE MASTER CYLINDER CAUSING EXCESSIVE PEDAL TRAVEL AND PARTIAL FAILURE OF THE PRIMARY CIRCUIT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH HOSES AND BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 19, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
#02V187000

The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIMOUSINES, THE LOW PRESSURE BRAKE FLUID FEED PIPE BETWEEN THE MASTER CYLINDER AND REMOTE RESERVOIR HAS THE POTENTIAL TO TRAP OR RETAIN AIR.

The risk: THIS AIR COULD ENTER THE MASTER CYLINDER CAUSING EXCESSIVE PEDAL TRAVEL AND PARTIAL FAILURE OF THE PRIMARY CIRCUIT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH HOSES AND BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 19, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE…

Toyota Camry — 31 recalls

Wheels — Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
#23V432000

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…

Seats
#24V128000

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…

Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification
#23V865000

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…

Seats
#24V128000

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

Rolls Royce PARK WARD or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?

The Rolls Royce PARK WARD has 0 complaints per year, while the Toyota Camry has about 206 per year. In practice, the Camry has a much larger and more varied set of reported problems, from stuck keys to brake and electrical failures. The PARK WARD's only known issue is a brake hose recall, but with no complaints, its real-world reliability is largely unknown.

Recommendation. If you want the lowest reported complaint rate and can accept very limited real-world data, the Rolls Royce PARK WARD may be worth a look. If you need a car with a well-documented history and are willing to inspect for common issues, the Toyota Camry offers more information to guide your purchase. In either case, a pre-purchase inspection is essential.

Key differences

  • The Rolls Royce PARK WARD has 0 complaints and 2 recalls, both for brake hydraulic hoses and lines; the Toyota Camry has 2,056 complaints and 31 recalls across many systems.
  • Camry owners report stuck ignition keys, hesitation, shuddering, and delayed acceleration; the PARK WARD has no owner complaints on record.
  • Camry complaints include brake pedal clicking, electronic parking brake failure, and multiple electrical system malfunctions; the PARK WARD's only known issue is a brake hose recall.
  • The Camry has 171 crash-related complaints, 158 injuries, and 1 death; the PARK WARD has 0 in all three categories.
Watch on Rolls Royce PARK WARD
  • Check for brake fluid leaks or corrosion around the hydraulic hoses, lines, piping, and fittings, since both recalls involve these parts.
  • Ask for proof that the brake hose recall was completed, and have a mechanic inspect the entire brake system for any signs of leakage or damage.
Watch on Toyota Camry
  • Test the ignition key removal in Park and listen for any hesitation or shuddering during a test drive, as these are common owner complaints.
  • Check the electronic parking brake operation and listen for clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal area, which owners report as ABS-related noises.

Before you buy

  • Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all open recalls are fixed, especially the brake hose recalls on the PARK WARD and the air bag, seat, and wheel recalls on the Camry.
  • Have a certified mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the brake system for the PARK WARD and the power train, engine, brakes, and electrical system for the Camry.
  • During a test drive, check for delayed acceleration, hesitation, shuddering, or warning lights on the Camry, and test the ignition key and parking brake.
  • For the PARK WARD, ask the seller for any records of brake repairs or recalls, and inspect for fluid leaks under the car.
  • Review the NHTSA complaint database for the specific model year you are considering to see if the reported issues apply.

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 Rolls Royce PARK WARD or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.

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Rolls Royce PARK WARD vs Toyota Camry — comparison facts
Comparison
Rolls Royce PARK WARD vs Toyota Camry
Rolls Royce PARK WARD total complaints
0
Toyota Camry total complaints
2,056
Rolls Royce PARK WARD total recalls
2
Toyota Camry total recalls
31
Rolls Royce PARK WARD avg complaints/year
0.0
Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
205.6
More reliable overall
Rolls Royce PARK WARD
Toyota Camry top complaint area
POWER TRAIN