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Toyota Camry: common problems & condition

105
Cars inspectedreal pre-purchase inspections
59/100
Average conditionall cars we check: 61/100
53%
In good shape (60+)all cars we check: 55%



Across 105 used Toyota Camrys we inspected, this model scores a little below average — average condition 59/100 vs 61 for all cars we check. Every number on this page comes from real pre-purchase inspections — cars people were about to buy and paid an independent inspector to go through point by point, engine to underbody, paint depth to error codes. Not owner surveys, not warranty statistics, not forum lore: what we actually found.

What we found

Most common faults

Oil leaks · Engine
52%
Tires condition & wear · Brakes and tires
50%
Cracked or torn suspension bushings · Suspension
25%
Fluid leaks · Steering (hydraulic power)
25%
Active error codes · Electronic equipment
25%

Share of inspected Toyota Camrys where each item was flagged.

How they score

Excellent 24% Good 29% Mediocre 22% Poor 26%
Hidden history

What the seller might not mention — how often we find it on this model.

79%had a repainted or replaced panelall cars: 75%
5%showed structural repairall cars: 4%
13%had fault codes recently clearedall cars: 23%
How long does a Camry stay good?
Good cars by mileage
0 25 50 75 100 40–60k mi: 90% in good shape (10 cars) 60–80k mi: 88% in good shape (8 cars) 80–100k mi: 38% in good shape (8 cars) 100–120k mi: 63% in good shape (19 cars) 120–140k mi: 53% in good shape (15 cars) 140–160k mi: 50% in good shape (10 cars) 160–180k mi: 15% in good shape (13 cars) 180–200k mi: 0% in good shape (5 cars) 40k 80k 120k 160k 200k mileage when we inspected it
Good cars by age
0 25 50 75 100 2 years old: 100% in good shape (5 cars) 3 years old: 60% in good shape (5 cars) 8 years old: 86% in good shape (7 cars) 9 years old: 45% in good shape (11 cars) 10 years old: 45% in good shape (11 cars) 12 years old: 44% in good shape (9 cars) 13 years old: 33% in good shape (6 cars) 14 years old: 43% in good shape (7 cars) 15 years old: 36% in good shape (11 cars) 2y 4y 6y 8y 10y 12y 14y 16y vehicle age when we inspected it

Share of Toyota Camrys in good shape (scoring 60+/100) by mileage and by age when we inspected them (each dot ≥5 cars; rolled-back odometers excluded from the mileage curve). The dashed grey curve is all cars we check.

What else does ~$13k buy? A used Toyota Camry typically sells for around $12,500 — compare the odds of getting a good car across every make at that budget. Compare →
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Straight from recent Toyota Camry reports

2023 Toyota Camry · 29k mi — flagged: exhaust system leaks. Inspected Sep 9.
2014 Toyota Camry · 57k mi — flagged: signs of recent repair, fault codes recently cleared, engine and electronic controlled transmission control module. Inspected Sep 6.
The bottom line

Get under a used Camry before you fall for the paint. Oil leaks show up on 52 percent of them, so a wet block or crusty undertray is leverage or a reason to leave. While you're down there, check power-steering seepage and squeeze the suspension bushings, then look hard at the tires and scan for live codes. Fresh panels are the norm, not a plus, so confirm the structure is untouched. The car worth buying is the dry one with honest rubber; a dripping engine or a bouncy front end is a walk, not a deal.

FAQ
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Is the Toyota Camry reliable?
53% of the 105 we inspected scored 60/100 or higher, with an average of 59/100 — it scores a little below average.
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What are the most common problems on a used Toyota Camry?
The items we flag most often are oil leaks (52%), tires condition & wear (50%), cracked or torn suspension bushings (25%). Have these checked before buying.
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Should I worry about cleared fault codes?
On 13% of these cars the ECU codes had been erased shortly before sale, which can hide active faults. Ask for a diagnostic scan and start the engine from cold.
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Based on 105 inspections · updated Sep 11, 2026