2017 TOYOTA CAMRY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Toyota Camry. This model year has 145 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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Worst 2017 Toyota Camry Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Uncategorized Issues
Airbag Malfunctions
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Toyota Camry. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 31 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 24 | 16 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 22 | — | 2 | — | |
| Brake System | 21 | 6 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 19 | 7 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 14 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 11 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other/I Am Not Sure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 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 2017 Toyota Camry. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 145 most recent complaints
purchased a 2017 Toyota Camry from CarMax in Ontario, CA, with a 12,000 down payment. I chose this vehicle for its reliability and fuel efficiency. After the first week, I noticed poor gas mileage—only 17 mpg. CarMax checked it but found no issues. On September 25th, 2024, I purc…
Four (4) General Tire Reliatrek P205/65R16 95H were purchased on August 6, 2024 at Toyota Greenville located in Greenville, South Carolina, with mileage on my car at 138,174. At my last service in late December 2025, with 175, 777 miles on my car, i was told by Toyota Greenville…
Catastrophic engine failure due to piston pin bushings/connecting rod bushing failing. The engine was removed, disassembled, and inspected by an automotive machinist. There were no warning lamps or messages, only a knocking sound. The Toyota dealership said there was severe knock…
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. After a visual inspection, the contact observed that the oil level was abnormally low despite the vehicle being ser…
I have under 30,800 miles. On 02/25/2025 my car was completely dead. I called Andy Mohr Toyota. I had my car towed in . They said I needed a new battery. Okay I paid got my car back. On 10/16/25 car is completely dead again. I called roadside assistance. My new battery won’t h…
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact purchased the vehicle from a private seller. The contact stated that the selling advertisement reported the odometer reading was 96,187. The contact stated that while registering the vehicle with the local Departme…
take to dealer about my steering reslove the battery issues few days after the electric power steering wearing light came back on for a fact the it have a defective issues and i will like to have a recall on my steering check out thank you.
when turning left right steering makes a cracked noise.
I am deeply concerned and appalled about the safety issue with the 2017 Toyota Camry, which rolled back while it was parked in the driveway of my parents’ house, and resulted in my mother’s foot being crushed. She is currently hospitalized and has been dealing with complications …
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in a parking bay with a small inclination, the shift gear was shifted into park, however, the shift gear did not function as intended. The contact's wife was exiting the vehicle, the vehicle rol…
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request The odometer system of the vehicle has malfunctioned. The odometer reading, which displayed 118,204 miles at the time of purchase, has stopped working entirely and does not record a…
My brake system light turn on my car won’t brake properly, Already change All the brake pads, brake fluid from all 4tires also taken it to the dealership and they changed the brake sensor . My car Still having issues braking properly. I’ve called Toyota and advised them it’s the…
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while the wife was driving approximately 25 MPH and pressing the brake pedal to stop, the braking system malfunctioned causing the brake pedal to extend to the floorboard and the vehicle crashed into the rear end of a …
Toyota 2017. 75000 miles transmission is bad
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH and accelerating, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered and was shaking abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed by the dealer or the ind…
My Toyota Camry SE 2017 while driving on freeway, my car started to smell like something burning few minutes later the car radio and lighting started to go crazy on off flashing randomly. going on off random screens by itself. i tried turning radio off but it wouldn't let me. whe…
The airbag lite is on.
The contact owned a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20-25 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into an embankment of a church’s building on the driver’s side of the vehicle. There were damages to the building. The contac…
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the engine was consumi…
I was hit by another car on the drivers side front door. The side airbags and the steering wheel airbag did not deploy. This resulted in a C2 nondisplaced neck fracture plus other pain likely from sub clinical rib fractures. This problem has been confirmed by an independent servi…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Toyota Camry.
Recalls for 2017 Toyota Camry
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 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.
2017 Toyota Camry — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 Toyota Camry reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2017 Toyota Camry has 145 NHTSA owner complaints, 28 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (31 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Toyota Camry?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (31 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (24 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (22 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Toyota Camry?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2017 Toyota Camry has 28 crash-related complaints and 5 fire reports out of 145 total NHTSA complaints. 29 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Toyota Camry have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 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 2017 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2017 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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