2018 TOYOTA CAMRY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Toyota Camry. This model year has 703 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2018 Toyota Camry Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Brake System
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Toyota Camry. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 173 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 163 | 21 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 130 | 4 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 93 | 5 | 3 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 71 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 71 | 7 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 65 | 4 | 2 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 58 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 44 | 8 | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 36 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 30 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 29 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 22 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 20 | 14 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 14 | 2 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Carry Handle | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Shell | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Base | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — |
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 2018 Toyota Camry. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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While driving on the interstate 10 in California in rush hour traffic my vehicles’ brakes pedal suddenly became hard to press down and slow the vehicle down.fortunately I was able to safely get to the right shoulder and call a tow truck to get my car towed home.
I am reporting a severe safety and vehicle integrity issue involving a Toyota vehicle purchased from Wolfchase Toyota. After a technical inspection (Invoice #XXX), it was confirmed that the Engine VIN does not match the Chassis VIN. This indicates an undocumented engine replacem…
In February of 2025 the brake vacuum pump failed and lost braking power. It was promptly towed to Toyota and the recall was performed. Roughly 3 weeks later an internal engine part that was removed during the recall repair came loose and damaged something internally. Since then t…
harsh/delayed shifting, acceleration hesitation, and, total transmission failure
having problem with power steering. there is no place to add power steering fluid in my 2018 toyota camry. (this is my 4th toyota camry). steering rack and pinion probaly need to be replaced. i have read online that this is a known problem with toyota camrys
Toyota has recognized a problem with the low pressure fuel pump on some 2018 Camry cars which causes a hesitation when driving from a stop creating a rear danger of a rear-end collision. It has been happening intermitantly everysince car was new.. Toyota claimed that my vin wa…
The vehicle experienced a complete transmission failure following a period of abnormal operation. The component that failed is the automatic transmission (8-speed). Prior to total failure, the vehicle began exhibiting multiple symptoms, including delayed engagement when shifting …
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Camry. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the contact was informed that there was a transmission leak and ball joint failure. The vehicle was repaired. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked while depressing the accelerator pedal. T…
A loud winding noise coming from transmission only while foot is on the gas. Sound goes away when foot is not in the accelerator. This is a severe issue that can cause the transmission to go out while driving.
I own a 2018 Toyota Camry XSE with a sunroof that is currently stuvck in tilt/ open position and will not close. Multiple independent mechanics have refused to attempt repair due to the high likelihood of the glass or mechanism breaking, and have advised that only Toyota dealersh…
On March 19, 2026, I was driving to work when traffic began to slow, and I reduced my speed accordingly. As traffic started to return to normal speed, I pressed the accelerator; however, although the engine revved, the vehicle did not accelerate beyond approximately 15 mph. I saf…
Automatic transmission. Whining noise from transmission only while accelerator is pressed, goes away when let off the accelerator pedal.Transmission can quit working unexpectedly. 8 speed transmission that there are a lot of complaints on internet about this problem.
My steering was tight on my 2018 Toyota Camry. I started to have difficulty steering my car. After a day, I could not steer the car at all. I took it to my mechanic at Exxon, and when he ordered a new steering intermediate shaft assembly, he found a defect in the one Toyota sent …
My transmission is slipping / hesitating / delay shifting. I have always had it serviced on time and taken very good care of it. I even went and had the fluid flushed & refreshed and it is still happening. It makes driving unpredictable and makes me feel extremely unsafe in my …
I own a 2018 Toyota Camry XSE. The car is equipped with a radar cruise control and automatic braking system that will brake the car if programming believes there is risk of an accident. The problem is this is all front-based monitory and no rear based monitoring. Recently I wa…
ICS malfunction error light and check engine light came on. I received a recall notice that this was being looked into but now the water pump has went out. The car is overheating.
The panoramic roof on the 2018 Camry XSE is stuck in the vented position and will not close. This is a known issue with this car and year, as well as other years. Window makes loud noises when trying to close and just remains open with no other way to manually close it.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Toyota Camry. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 90,328, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 294,…
The Vacuum Pump for the Power Assist Brake System failed on my vehicle, the dealership would not provide me with the failed unit as they "have to send it back to Toyota". My brake assist was very inconsistent, sometimes barely had any which lead to very poor braking, accompanied …
I began noticing louder noises coming from my Camry over the last couple months. The car started jerking forward more, stalling and hesitating to pick up speed, and I became increasingly concerned about my ability to control the car. Took the car in on Tuesday February 24th for a…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Toyota Camry.
Recalls for 2018 Toyota Camry
8 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 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.
2018 Toyota Camry — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2018 Toyota Camry reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2018 Toyota Camry has 703 NHTSA owner complaints, 45 crash-related, and 8 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (173 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Camry?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (173 complaints). #2: Brake System (163 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (130 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Toyota Camry?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2018 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2018 Toyota Camry has 45 crash-related complaints and 4 fire reports out of 703 total NHTSA complaints. 45 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2018 Toyota Camry have any recalls?▾
Yes — 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2018 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 2018 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2018 Toyota Camry has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain 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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