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Toyota Camry: common problems & condition

100
Cars inspectedreal pre-purchase inspections
59/100
Average conditionall cars we check: 61/100
53%
In good shape (60+)all cars we check: 56%



Across 100 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
54%
Tires condition & wear · Brakes and tires
51%
Active error codes · Electronic equipment
26%
Fluid leaks · Steering (hydraulic power)
26%
Cracked or torn suspension bushings · Suspension
25%

Share of inspected Toyota Camrys where each item was flagged.

How they score

Excellent 24% Good 29% Mediocre 20% Poor 27%
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%
4%showed structural repairall cars: 4%
11%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: 89% in good shape (9 cars) 60–80k mi: 88% in good shape (8 cars) 80–100k mi: 38% in good shape (8 cars) 100–120k mi: 71% in good shape (17 cars) 120–140k mi: 53% in good shape (15 cars) 140–160k mi: 56% in good shape (9 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) 8 years old: 100% in good shape (6 cars) 9 years old: 45% in good shape (11 cars) 10 years old: 45% in good shape (11 cars) 12 years old: 38% in good shape (8 cars) 13 years old: 40% in good shape (5 cars) 14 years old: 43% in good shape (7 cars) 15 years old: 40% in good shape (10 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 $12,562 — 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

2012 Toyota Camry · 210k mi — flagged: oil leaks, engine and electronic controlled transmission control module, boots. Inspected Aug 13.
2022 Toyota Camry · 40k mi — flagged: tires condition & wear, steering wheel, air filter. Inspected Aug 11.
The bottom line

On a used Camry the first checks have to be for engine oil leaks and tire wear because those turn up constantly. Nearly four out of five also carry at least one repainted panel, so examine the paint and panel gaps carefully for evidence of earlier repairs. Next look underneath for power-steering fluid leaks and inspect the suspension bushings for cracks or tears, then scan for any active error codes. With more than a quarter of them in poor condition, multiple leaks plus worn tires or bushings is your signal to negotiate aggressively or walk away. The examples that stay dry and have decent rubber are the ones worth buying.

FAQ
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Is the Toyota Camry reliable?
53% of the 100 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 (54%), tires condition & wear (51%), active error codes (26%). Have these checked before buying.
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Should I worry about cleared fault codes?
On 11% 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 100 inspections · updated Aug 22, 2026