2021 TOYOTA CAMRY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Toyota Camry. This model year has 148 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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Worst 2021 Toyota Camry Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Uncategorized Issues
Brake System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Toyota Camry. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 76 | 10 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 21 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 15 | 5 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 11 | 2 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 10 | 6 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 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 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recal…
Owner bought new 2021 Camry XLR 4 cylinder all wheel drive. It currently has 39,000 miles on it. No problems until January 25, 2026. It was 11 degrees below zero, my car had the original battery. Car started without issue, I return to house to "warm it up" prior to driving. Upon …
PANORAMIC SUNROOF Because I can not afford to inspect my sunroof, I have to resort to driving with a tilted panoramic defective sunroof that will not fully close. I fear for safety while driving, or parking anywhere when having to resort to shopping for groceries, weather hazards…
The panoramic sunroof gets stuck in the open position and also the motor makes a clicking sound. It is not opened all the way hardly at all, maybe 5 times a year if that. The problem is all over the internet and the dealerships routinely denies any knowledge of it and wants any…
I bought this car a couple of years ago. I didnt think much of it because I never owned a Toyota. I noticed that the transmission was doing some weird hesitation when going from 1st to 2nd gear. There is an intermittent lag on when the transmission kicks in. You can actually f…
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed tha…
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS). The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufactur…
My transmission is making a whining noise that starts round 20 mph and gets louder the faster I drive.
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. While the contact’s wife was inside the parked vehicle and attempting to open the sunroof, there was an abnormal sound coming from the sunroof while attempting to close it. The motor to open the sunroof was covered and made a sound; however, …
Transmission is staying in a higher gear at lower speeds and making vehicle shutter. You have to push on gas quite a bit to finally get it to downshift.
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags). The contact had been calling the local dealer for more than two years after the air bag warning illuminated. The warning light remained illuminated while drivin…
2021 Toyota Camry Transmission failure. On November 28th, 2025, my car started doing a hard shudder. I pulled over, then turned my car off. When I started my car back up, it would only drive in reverse but not forward. I had my car towed to a Toyota dealership and explained to th…
2021 Camry, original owner. Maintained through lot through Toyota Care, whining noise began at 67k miles, after 3-4 years of ownership.(with in timeframe, but outside of 60k warranty) Toyota Vacaville quoted 12k for total transmission replacement.
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to …
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that after starting the engine, the warning message "Engine Maintenance Required" was displayed. The local dealer was contacted and informed that there were no recalls or extended warranties related to the failure. The cau…
My 2021 Toyota Camry Se at 79,000 miles threw a PO705 code, neutral safety switch. I replaced it with a new part and it worked for about 10 minutes and then proceeded to throw code again and slip in the transmission
I was 165 mph and someone hit me and threw me into a sign that had big huge poles on it all the ones in California do I went right through it got banged all around I have to say the car is a tank because it got me home but it never deployed airbags when I know that it should have…
There is an airbag recall with no remedy available. I’m very concerned about driving my car without this being fixed. Toyota shows the parts should have been available by now. How can they allow this to go unfixed when they are putting lives at risk? I called my dealer and th…
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted several times. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exce…
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable am…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2021 Toyota Camry.
Recalls for 2021 Toyota Camry
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2021 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.
2021 Toyota Camry — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2021 Toyota Camry reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2021 Toyota Camry has 148 NHTSA owner complaints, 20 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (76 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota Camry?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (76 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (21 complaints). #3: Brake System (15 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2021 Toyota Camry?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2021 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2021 Toyota Camry has 20 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 148 total NHTSA complaints. 15 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2021 Toyota Camry have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2021 Toyota Camry. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2021 Toyota Camry has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions 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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