Toyota Camry 2016 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Camry 2016 and 189 complaints filed by owners. It has 16% fewer complaints than the average Toyota Camry from 2016–2025 (226 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Toyota Camry 2016? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Toyota Camry 2016
Equipment and labels
NHTSA campaign 16V420000 · 2016-06-09
What happens
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Consequence
An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Air bags
NHTSA campaign 16V215000 · 2016-04-14
What happens
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon and Camry vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015 to March 4, 2016. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the front passenger seat air bag system may have been improperly calibrated. As a result, the front passenger air bag and the front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended in certain crash scenarios. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the OCS, free of charge. The recall began by May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0J.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
189 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
41 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 35 injuries
Most reported problems on the Toyota Camry 2016
- Air bags: 27 (14% of complaints)
- Steering: 23 (12% of complaints)
- Throttle and cruise control: 22 (12% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 20 (11% of complaints)
- Structure and body: 20 (11% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Toyota Camry 2016
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- The air bag light should come on for a second at start-up and go off. Confirm by VIN that air bag recalls were done.
- The wheel should be centered going straight, with no vibration, noises when turning or stiffness.
- Test cruise control and smooth throttle response.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Toyota Camry 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Toyota Camry recalls by year
- 2016 : 2 recalls · 189 complaints
- 2017 : 3 recalls · 148 complaints
- 2018 : 8 recalls · 747 complaints
- 2019 : 6 recalls · 397 complaints
- 2020 : 3 recalls · 274 complaints
- 2021 : 1 recalls · 157 complaints
- 2022 : 1 recalls · 62 complaints
- 2023 : 2 recalls · 64 complaints
- 2024 : 1 recalls · 51 complaints
- 2025 : 6 recalls · 167 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Toyota Camry 2016 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Camry 2016. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Toyota Camry 2016?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: air bags (27 of 189 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).