2021 Toyota Camry Problems: 3 Known Issues
2021 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated October 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2021 Toyota Camry has 3 documented known issues. None of the listed issues is rated critical; this is not a complete reliability assessment. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls5 recalls
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
SEATS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid and Lexus ES300h and 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.5L 4-Cylinder engines. Porosity in the engine castings may result in cracks than can allow coolant to leak internally and/or externally.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Toyota Camry problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2021 Toyota Camry has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2020-2021 DCM-Related 12-Volt Battery Discharge (T-SB-0095-20), A25A-FKS Cold-Soak Misfire Diagnosis (T-SB-0010-24), Certain 2007-2022 HVAC Drain-Hose Insect Obstruction - T-SB-0080-19. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the Toyota Camry reliable?
The 2021 Toyota Camry has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. None of the matching records is rated critical; this is not a complete reliability assessment. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2020-2021 Toyota Camry 2020-2021 DCM-Related 12-Volt Battery Discharge (T-SB-0095-20)?
Toyota T-SB-0095-20 applies to some 2020-2021 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles that may have a depleted 12-volt battery while the ignition is off. The same DCM firmware condition may also present with B15A804 in current or history, a red SOS LED that remains on after bulb check, a… Severity: medium.
What is the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry A25A-FKS Cold-Soak Misfire Diagnosis (T-SB-0010-24)?
Toyota T-SB-0010-24 applies to 2018-2024 Camry vehicles with the A25A-FKS engine that misfire after a cold soak when engine-coolant temperature in freeze-frame data is 14-41 degrees F. The bulletin identifies P030027, P030000, P030100, P030200, P030300, and P030400. It does not a… Severity: medium.
What is the 2007-2022 Toyota Camry Certain 2007-2022 HVAC Drain-Hose Insect Obstruction - T-SB-0080-19?
Toyota T-SB-0080-19 Rev1 documents an environmental condition in particular geographic areas where an insect nest may obstruct the HVAC evaporator drain hose on some 2007-2022 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. Reduced condensate drainage can contribute to water backing up at the H… Severity: low.
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