2016 TOYOTA CAMRY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Toyota Camry. This model year has 179 NHTSA complaints β top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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Worst 2016 Toyota Camry Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Uncategorized Issues
Airbag Malfunctions
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Toyota Camry. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 36 | 5 | β | β | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 29 | 22 | β | β | |
| Steering Defects | 24 | 3 | β | β | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 22 | 7 | β | β | |
| Brake System | 20 | 4 | β | β | |
| Electrical Faults | 18 | 2 | β | β | |
| Engine Problems | 18 | 3 | 2 | β | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 18 | 3 | β | β | |
| Structural Problems | 16 | 5 | β | β | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 9 | 3 | β | β | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | 3 | β | β | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | β | 1 | β | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | β | β | β | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Visibility | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | 2 | β | β | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | β | β |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota Camry. Type a keyword (e.g. βtransmissionβ, βstallingβ, βbrakesβ) to filter.
Showing 179 most recent complaints
Airbags did not deploy after an accident that resulted in the hood crumpling. Car was at a complete stop when hit from behind at approximately 45mph, resulting in the car being pushed forward into the back of another vehicle.
WAS GLIDING INTO MY GARAGE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE, (SO NO SPEED AT ALL) WHEN I HEARD A SUDDEN ENGINE ROAR AND CAR PICKED UP SPEED AND WAS PROPELLING ME TOWARD THE BACK WALL OF THE GARAGE. I IMMEDIATELY JAMMED ON MY BRAKE BUT WAS NOT ABLE TO STOP BEFORE HITTING RACKS AND WALL AT THE Bβ¦
The driver door began to rattle when the door was closed or when driving down the road. I took it to my Toyota dealer and when they removed the door panel they found the intrusion bar's weld had failed. They confirmed it was a safety issue and referred me to their body shop. The β¦
The radio touchscreen does not work and the buttons on the steering wheel do not function as well. I am unable to touch the screen and the radio changes stations abruptly without me touching it. I am unable to listen to music or change the radio to Bluetooth to listen to my musicβ¦
Malfunction of connections to radio system. All buttons surrounding radio, including radio control buttons on steering wheel, do not function. The screen still turns on and displays the typical home screen but the screen does not function either leaving the radio system stuck on β¦
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the seat belts of the driverβs and passengerβs side rear seats failed to retract, causing concerns for the contact. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnoseβ¦
Car accident, got hit from the front and back. Car is totaled from the accident, airbags failed to deploy
The engine quit running whenever the headlights, turn signals, or wipers were turned on. This was obviously a serious safety problem when driving! It began intermittently on 6/30/25, but it became a consistent problem by 7/7/25, so I took the car to the closest Toyota Dealershiβ¦
the engine pull broke. the mechanics told me itβs a common issue with toyota so why is there not a recall. it causes the car to stall and today it would not go forward. this is safety issue if it happens while iβm driving
I have a 2016 Toyota Camry LE and I'm having problems with the shaft and that is dangerous. I see that other Camry's are having the same problem as my car is. I think this problem need to be reported as a recall.
Radio stopped working
Subject: Investigation Request: Excessive Oil Consumption in 2012-2017 Toyota 2.5L Engines To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to request an investigation into a critical defect with Toyotaβs 2.5L 4-cylinder engines in 2012-2017 vehicles, including my 2016 Toyota Camry SE. Desβ¦
While loading groceries in my trunk, the torsion bar sheared off and broke (the hook part). It fell hard on my shoulder (fortunately not my neck or head). I have never seen steel actually break rather than bend. I tried to fix it but could not. Trunk is heavy and unstable (fallβ¦
The car is beige and peeling everywhere. I know there is a recall for paint for white and Blizzard, but its doing the same for the beige color. I would like it repainted.
Radio screen failure.
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, during sunny or rainy weather conditions, the rearview camera image was not working as intended. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the contact was advised that the faβ¦
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop, the "Check Charging System," message was displayed and the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the faβ¦
Hit a dog on the highway at 66 mph on the passenger front and all of the airbags deployed except the one on the passenger side front. Driver is fine, the poor dog did not make it. Now the car is a total loss.
Malfunction of connections to radio system. All buttons surrounding radio, including radio control buttons on steering wheel, do not function. The screen still turns on and displays the typical homescreen but the screen does not function either leaving the radio system stuck on tβ¦
Vehicle- 2016 Toyota Camry As I was making a slight turn on the highway, my steering wheel began to sparatically veering left and right, which resulted in me hitting a curb, not once but twice. Due to the heavy impact and harsh involuntary, out of control steering the airbaβ¦
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Toyota Camry.
Recalls for 2016 Toyota Camry
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 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.
2016 Toyota Camry β FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Toyota Camry reliable?βΎ
Severe Issues. The 2016 Toyota Camry has 179 NHTSA owner complaints, 39 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (36 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Camry?βΎ
#1: Uncategorized Issues (36 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (29 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (24 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Toyota Camry?βΎ
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Toyota Camry?βΎ
The 2016 Toyota Camry has 39 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 179 total NHTSA complaints. 34 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Toyota Camry have any recalls?βΎ
Yes β 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Toyota Camry. The largest issue: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 Toyota Camry?βΎ
The 2016 Toyota Camry has severe issues β 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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