2011 TOYOTA CAMRY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Toyota Camry. This model year has 617 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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Worst 2011 Toyota Camry Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Uncategorized Issues
Visibility/Wiper
Unintended Acceleration
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Toyota Camry. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 116 | 8 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 93 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 73 | 39 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 70 | 52 | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 66 | 10 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 56 | 24 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 50 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 47 | 5 | 3 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 44 | 3 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 33 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 31 | 1 | 4 | — | |
| Visibility | 31 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 24 | 2 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 17 | 7 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 8 | 3 | 2 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 8 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 6 | 4 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the sun was reflecting on the dashboard, causing a glare on the windshield, which obstructed the driver's vision. The dashboard was disintegrating and was bubbling. A dealer was contact…
Upon looking to purchase another vehicle I ran the vin on my 2011 Toyota camry and noticed when looking at NHTSA it showed an incident that someone reported under my vin number, So I figured I would try vin # with 0 (zero) instead and nothing came up. So now I'm wondering what's …
Premature Ball Joint Wear A loosened ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. This recall is from 2014. I barely purchased it not long ago. I have been having the oil from my ball joint driver side wheel …
Dear NHTSA Investigators, I am writing to formally report what I believe is a significant safety defect in certain 2007–2011 Toyota Camry vehicles, specifically related to excessive engine oil consumption in models equipped with the 2AZ-FE 2.4L four-cylinder engine (primarily 200…
Our daughter was driving our car at 40 Mph. Driver comming from other direction turned into trying to turn left. Other driver hit our car head on, left front driver side area. No airbags deployed. Car equipped with front and side airbags. Our daughter had to go to the hospital f…
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the vinyl on the dashboard had degraded and had become sticky. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer refused to repair the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had worsened. The vinyl dashboa…
Airbag exploded with acid powder affecting eyes and hearing
The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Camry. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 209,800 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 138,005 on the title. T…
I got my license back last Thursday. I had noticed before I started driving how shiny and sticky the dash area was/is. I was already thinking of having it covered. Since Thursday, twice, I have been driving after dark, and lights reflecting off of the shine of the dash nearly b…
I rear ended another vehicle and my airbags didn’t deploy bags did not deploy. The impact was hard enough to cause me to hit the steering wheel and I also hurt my hand. The front of my car was completely damaged and the car was considered a total loss. I am in the process of gett…
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The dashboard of my 2011 Toyota Camry has melted and deteriorated over time. The surface has become soft, sticky, and shiny, likely due to prolonged sun exposure and heat. This is a…
Passenger sun visor broke years ago. I was able to keep it from falling down by using a large metal clip to hold it up, however it could not be lowered when needed by a passenger. Drivers sun visor broke (would not stay up) yesterday, blocking my view. I understand 2006-2011 cam…
Police case : 2500011609 The failure of the airbags in my Toyota Camry placed both the driver and the minor passenger at significant risk of injury. While the airbags in the Ford vehicle deployed and presumably helped protect its occupants, my passenger was left unprotected, lead…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an unknown sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 137,000 and at th…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while in the process of trading the vehicle at the dealer, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The dealer informed the contact that the Carfax history report of the vehicle disp…
I started noticing a glare on my 2011 Toyota Camry on the inside on the dashboard. It appeared shiny and I figured I accidentally cleaned it with the wrong product. It started at the closet point of the windshield so I didn’t worry about it. Today (6/4/25) I went to clean it agai…
The car accelerated uncontrollably for no apparent reason. I was pulling into a parking slot, preparing to put the car in park and stop the car. All of a sudden the car accelerated and slammed into a building.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while attempting to check the vehicle on Carfax, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 118,000, an…
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the ABS, vehicle stability control, brakes, and TPMS warning lights illuminated. The contact merged over to the side of the road and opened the Owner’s manual. The contact read that due to the w…
The dashboard melted and everything sticks to it. also the visor to block sun unhinged on driver side and passenger side won’t go back up it just stays hanging down
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2011 Toyota Camry.
Recalls for 2011 Toyota Camry
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2011 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.
2011 Toyota Camry — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2011 Toyota Camry reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2011 Toyota Camry has 617 NHTSA owner complaints, 109 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (116 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Toyota Camry?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (116 complaints). #2: Visibility/Wiper (93 complaints). #3: Unintended Acceleration (73 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Toyota Camry?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2011 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2011 Toyota Camry has 109 crash-related complaints and 7 fire reports out of 617 total NHTSA complaints. 88 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2011 Toyota Camry have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2011 Toyota Camry. The largest issue: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2011 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2011 Toyota Camry has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Uncategorized Issues 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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