2017 Toyota Camry Safety Report
2017 Toyota Camry Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Toyota Camry
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 Toyota Camry. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (145) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 33 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Unknown Or Other | Compare unknown or other issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Toyota Camry with 145 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2018 | Check the 2018 Toyota Camry before buying across this generation. |
Toyota Camry Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Toyota Camry years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Toyota Camry | 695 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2016 Toyota Camry | 178 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Toyota Camry | 359 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Toyota Camry | 264 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Toyota Camry | 254 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Toyota Camry | 145 | 1 | Use as a comparable safety baseline. |
2017 Toyota Camry Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 Toyota Camry, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Unknown Or Other
22 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Toyota onlyAir Bags
13 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Toyota onlyVehicle Speed Control
10 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Vehicle Speed Control issues Toyota onlyService Brakes
8 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Toyota onlyEngine
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Toyota onlyElectrical System
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Toyota onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Toyota Camry
Reliability Score
The 2017 Toyota Camry receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2017 Toyota Camry
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2017 Toyota Camry
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Toyota Camry:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags Multiple incidents of air bag malfunctions have been reported, particularly with knee bolster air bags. Regular inspection is recommended. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Engine failures due to piston pin and connecting rod bushing issues have been reported. This can lead to unexpected vehicle shutdowns. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Electrical system issues, including battery failures, have been reported. Regular maintenance is advised to prevent unexpected shutdowns. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Steering issues, including abnormal noises, have been reported but are less frequent. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2017 Toyota Camry:
Air bag malfunctions are the most common issue, affecting 23% of reported problems.
Engine failures are the second most common issue, affecting 14% of reported problems.
Electrical system issues, including battery failures, affect 12% of reported problems.
Steering issues, including abnormal noises, affect 8% of reported problems.
Recall Details for the 2017 Toyota Camry
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2017 Toyota Camry by NHTSA:
Summary: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading 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 August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.
Summary: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Consequence: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon, and 2017 Camry vehicles manufactured August 3, 2016, to September 12, 2016. The front passenger knee air bag module may have been attached to the lower instrument panel with incorrect fasteners.
Consequence: If the air bag was installed with incorrect fasteners, the fasteners may become loose over time, affecting the air bag deployment and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, and if necessary, replace the instrument panel brace and body bracket and reattach the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G05.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Toyota Camry
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Toyota Camry with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 8 complaints involved crashes. 2 involved fires. 8 reported injuries or fatalities.
purchased a 2017 Toyota Camry from CarMax in Ontario, CA, with a 12,000 down payment. I chose this vehicle for its reliability and fuel efficiency. After the first week, I noticed poor gas mileage—only 17 mpg. CarMax checked it but found no issues. On September 25th, 2024, I purchased another 2017 Camry with 81,000 miles. After a short test drive, I noted squeaky brakes, a burned-out headlight, an...
Four (4) General Tire Reliatrek P205/65R16 95H were purchased on August 6, 2024 at Toyota Greenville located in Greenville, South Carolina, with mileage on my car at 138,174. At my last service in late December 2025, with 175, 777 miles on my car, i was told by Toyota Greenville that two of them needed replaced, with the others marginal. It was recommended by Toyota to have all four replaced. ...
Catastrophic engine failure due to piston pin bushings/connecting rod bushing failing. The engine was removed, disassembled, and inspected by an automotive machinist. There were no warning lamps or messages, only a knocking sound. The Toyota dealership said there was severe knocking from lower engine, and their remedy was a new engine.
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. After a visual inspection, the contact observed that the oil level was abnormally low despite the vehicle being serviced within 2,000 miles. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and an oil consumptio...
I have under 30,800 miles. On 02/25/2025 my car was completely dead. I called Andy Mohr Toyota. I had my car towed in . They said I needed a new battery. Okay I paid got my car back. On 10/16/25 car is completely dead again. I called roadside assistance. My new battery won’t hold a charge. The starter is working and alternator is connected. Inside looks brand new.
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact purchased the vehicle from a private seller. The contact stated that the selling advertisement reported the odometer reading was 96,187. The contact stated that while registering the vehicle with the local Department of Motor Vehicle, the contact was informed that the previous odometer reading was reported at 290,000. The contact th...
take to dealer about my steering reslove the battery issues few days after the electric power steering wearing light came back on for a fact the it have a defective issues and i will like to have a recall on my steering check out thank you.
when turning left right steering makes a cracked noise.
I am deeply concerned and appalled about the safety issue with the 2017 Toyota Camry, which rolled back while it was parked in the driveway of my parents’ house, and resulted in my mother’s foot being crushed. She is currently hospitalized and has been dealing with complications and damages related to this injury. At the time of incident, my father called 911 and paramedics arrived to the scene, a...
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in a parking bay with a small inclination, the shift gear was shifted into park, however, the shift gear did not function as intended. The contact's wife was exiting the vehicle, the vehicle rolled backward and over the contact’s wife’s feet. The paramedics arrived and the contact's wife was transported to the lo...
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request The odometer system of the vehicle has malfunctioned. The odometer reading, which displayed 118,204 miles at the time of purchase, has stopped working entirely and does not record additional mileage. Evidence suggests that the odometer was tampered with or manipulated prior to the sale, as a vehicle ...
My brake system light turn on my car won’t brake properly, Already change All the brake pads, brake fluid from all 4tires also taken it to the dealership and they changed the brake sensor . My car Still having issues braking properly. I’ve called Toyota and advised them it’s the Brake pump from the recall on vehicles 2018. But they won’t listen. Taking my car again to the dealership for another D...
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while the wife was driving approximately 25 MPH and pressing the brake pedal to stop, the braking system malfunctioned causing the brake pedal to extend to the floorboard and the vehicle crashed into the rear end of a second vehicle. During the crash, no air bags deployed, and no injuries were reported. A police report was taken at the...
Toyota 2017. 75000 miles transmission is bad
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH and accelerating, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered and was shaking abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed by the dealer or the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.
My Toyota Camry SE 2017 while driving on freeway, my car started to smell like something burning few minutes later the car radio and lighting started to go crazy on off flashing randomly. going on off random screens by itself. i tried turning radio off but it wouldn't let me. when car turnkey is on without running the warning lights says check charging system. dealer says not sure why it says that...
The airbag lite is on.
The contact owned a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20-25 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into an embankment of a church’s building on the driver’s side of the vehicle. There were damages to the building. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal several times; however, the vehicle failed to respond or stop as needed. The ...
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil and that the engine was nearly devoid of oil. The vehicle was not repaired. The man...
I was hit by another car on the drivers side front door. The side airbags and the steering wheel airbag did not deploy. This resulted in a C2 nondisplaced neck fracture plus other pain likely from sub clinical rib fractures. This problem has been confirmed by an independent service center. It has been inspected by the police and insurance representatives. There were no indication or lance or messa...
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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Toyota Camry
Has the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY been recalled?
Yes, the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY have?
The 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY has 145 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 28 involved crashes. 29 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
The 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY involve unknown or other (22 complaints), air bags (13 complaints), vehicle speed control (10 complaints). Other affected components include service brakes, engine, electrical system.
How many crash reports does the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY have?
There are 28 crash reports associated with the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY out of 145 total complaints (19.3% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY have?
There are 5 fire reports for the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY out of 145 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
29 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY is acceptable with caveats. It has 145 complaints, 3 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY are: 1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (22 complaints), 2. AIR BAGS (13 complaints), 3. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (10 complaints), 4. SERVICE BRAKES (8 complaints), 5. ENGINE (7 complaints). UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the single most-reported problem area with 22 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
Regular maintenance, especially of air bags, engine, and electrical systems, is crucial for the safety and reliability of your 2017 Toyota Camry. The 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY has 145 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
The 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 145 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 33 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Air Bags and Engine.
What are the known issues with the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY?
Known issues with the 2017 TOYOTA CAMRY include: Air Bags, Engine, Electrical System, Steering. These are based on patterns found across 145 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2017 Toyota Camry?
The most common issues are air bag malfunctions, engine failures, and electrical system problems.
Can I inspect the air bags and engine myself?
No, these components should be inspected by a professional mechanic.
What should I do if I experience steering issues?
Have the steering system inspected by a professional to identify and resolve the issue.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Regular maintenance, especially of air bags, engine, and electrical systems, is crucial for the safety and reliability of your 2017 Toyota Camry.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Toyota Camry
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Toyota Camry. The data includes 145 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 28 reported crashes, 5 fire incidents, 29 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2017 Toyota Camry an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16