2001 TOYOTA CAMRY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2001 Toyota Camry. This model year has 334 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2001 Toyota Camry Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Unintended Acceleration
Airbag Malfunctions
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Toyota Camry. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 67 | 5 | 10 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 55 | 32 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 52 | 40 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 31 | 9 | 2 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 28 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 26 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 21 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 20 | — | 3 | — | |
| Fuel System | 17 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 15 | 3 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 15 | 5 | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 15 | 4 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 15 | 4 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 14 | 3 | 2 | — | |
| Gasoline | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota Camry. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 334 most recent complaints
I do not feel engine braking effect when I apply brake instead I have to press brake hard to hold until engine idles. It is a serious issue in older cars. My car has 153000 miles.
Problem: Unintended Acceleration, air conditioner operating. Incident Scenario: Approaching driveway, stopped to allow pedestrian to pass. Resumed low speed turn into driveway, Abrupt acceleration of vehicle, launching vehicle over granite curb and into nearby tree. Damage: Pas…
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, she heard an abnormal sound emanating from the engine compartment, after which the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the …
Air bag light is on and won’t go off. Toyota service department said the sensor was discontinued no longer available to make the repair.
After an alignment my steering wheel is not straight. If held straight, the car goes off the road to the right. Took it back, now it goes off to the left. Sitting still the steering wheel will turn 360 degrees around and hangs in spots when turning it back.
SPEED SENSOR MELTED WITH PLUG AND KEPT BLOWING 10A GAUGE FUSE WITCH GAUGE STOPS WORKING WINDOWS WON'T GO DOWN AND BATTERY WILL DIE IF NOT HANDLED AND THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK THIS WILL HAPPEN ONCE YOU TURN THE KEY JUST TURN THE KEY THE VEHICLE WAS NOT STARTED JUST THE KEY WAS TURN…
I WAS EXCITING A FREEWAY. AS I USUALLY DO, I DISENGAGED THE CLUTCH EXPECTING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO ALSO DISENGAGE AND COAST TO THE STOP SIGN WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF MY BRAKE. INSTEAD, AS SOON AS I DISENGAGED THE CLUTCH, THE CAR ACCELERATED AS IF SOMEONE HAD PUT THEIR FOOT ALL THE …
MY NAME IS [XXX] I DIDN'T BACK UP MY CAR AT ALL. CITY THAT THE ACCIDENT TOKEN PLACE WAS OAKLAND CALIFORNIA. LOCAL REPORT NUMBER, [XXX]. THIS, ACCIDENT HAPPENED IN ALAMEDA COUNTY ON THE TIME FRAME OF MONDAY. 300 FEET WEST OF MCAURTHUR BLV. I DID NEVER BACK UP MY CAR HITTING V2 OR …
ON 5/10/2006 WHILE DRIVING MY 2001 CAMRY SOLARA ON A RURAL ROAD I COULDN'T SLOW THE CAR DOWN, BRAKING DIDN'T HELP. I KEPT BEARING TO THE RIGHT OFF THE ROAD BECAUSE I WAS HAVING A HARD TIME CONTROLLING THE CAR, CAR WANTED TO GO TOWARDS THE CARS TRAVELING IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION.…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE STRUCK THE FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT SHOULDER AND HEAD THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEH…
I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM THE DR. S AND NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS MAKING THIS LOUD NOISE AND THE PEDAL WENT ALMOST TO THE FLOOR BUT IT HAD A CRUNCHY NOISE AND I KNEW THAT THE BRAKES WERE NOT THE SAME WHEN I LEFT MY HOUSE. I PULLED OVER AND GOT OUT AND NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE …
AIR BAG LIGHT STAYING ON (STATIONARY AND IN MOTION)
DOOR LATCHES GET STUCK CLOSED. IT SEEMS THE PLASTIC AROUND THE LATCH IS THE CAUSE.
MY AIR BAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON, ON MY DASH FOR ABOUT 2 MONTHS NOW. I SEE NO RECALLS, BUT RESEARCHED IT. LOOKS LIKE MY AIRBAGS AREN'T WORKING PROPERLY.
DMV VISIT AND RECORDS AS OF 09/27/2018-THUR.PLEASE READ BELOW. CURRENTLY IN 2018, AND A FEW YEARS IN THE PAST DMV PULL OUT RECORDS FOR DIFFERENT CAR UNDER MY OWNERSHIP> MY CAR IS 2001 TOYOTA CAMRY WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION,AIRBAGS,CRUISE CONTROL, POWER STEERING WHEEL, UPDATED …
THIS IS NOT A TAKAMA RECALL COMPLAIN. IT IS REGARDING MY CAR THAT HAS BEEN ID' THAT IT IS 2000 YEAR MAKE CAR, THE LOCAL DMV DID MADE AN INSPECTION AND CONCLUSION WAS THAT IS IT 2000 - DUE TO SOME STICKERS EVERYWHERE - ON THE DOOR, ON THE HOOD OF THE CAR AND OTHER PLACES.
VEHICLE 'RACES' OUT OF CONTROL WHILE STATIONARY AND IN GEAR, BOTH IN GARAGE AND OUTSIDE OF GARAGE PREPARING TO ENTER. SOLUTION: STEP ON BRAKE ON HARD AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT COLLISION AND TURN OFF IGNITION. ENGINE NO LONGER 'RACES' WHEN IGNITION IS TURNED ON AGAIN. 3 OCCURRENC…
TWO DAYS BACK WHEN I WAS TRYING TO TAKE MY CAR OUT I HEARD SOME DIFFERENT SOUND.. THEN I STOPPED CAR AND OBSERVED THAT IT IS FLAT TIRE.. I TOOK THE TIRE OUT AND OBSERVED THAT THE TIRE GOT CUT BECAUSE THE SHOCK COIL SPRING GOT BROKEN INTO TWO AND THE SHARP EDGE OF THE SPRING IS C…
THE SEAT BELTS DON'T BUCKLE IN THE LATCH. ALL FIVE BUCKLE NOT WORKING.
THE LIGHT FOR AIRBAG CAME ON DASHBOARD
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2001 Toyota Camry.
Recalls for 2001 Toyota Camry
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2001 Toyota Camry. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2001 Toyota Camry — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2001 Toyota Camry reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2001 Toyota Camry has 334 NHTSA owner complaints, 88 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (67 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota Camry?▾
#1: Engine Problems (67 complaints). #2: Unintended Acceleration (55 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (52 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Toyota Camry?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2001 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2001 Toyota Camry has 88 crash-related complaints and 12 fire reports out of 334 total NHTSA complaints. 71 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2001 Toyota Camry have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2001 Toyota Camry. The largest issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2001 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2001 Toyota Camry has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Camry reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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