2018 Toyota Camry Safety Report
2018 Toyota Camry Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2018 Toyota Camry
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2018 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 (8) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (695) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 49 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2017 | Compare against the 2017 Toyota Camry with 145 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Toyota Camry | 359 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Toyota Camry | 145 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Toyota Camry | 254 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Toyota Camry | 178 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Toyota Camry | 145 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Toyota Camry | 264 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2018 Toyota Camry Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2018 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.
Power Train
88 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Toyota onlyService Brakes
69 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Toyota onlyUnknown Or Other
43 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Toyota onlySteering
38 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Toyota onlyEngine
32 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Toyota onlyFuel/Propulsion System
29 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Toyota onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2018 Toyota Camry
Reliability Score
The 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Toyota Camry
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2018 Toyota Camry:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump Toyota has issued recalls for fuel pump issues in 2018 Camry and related models. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Power Assist: Vacuum Recalls have been issued for vacuum pump failures in 2018-2019 Camry and related models. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Severe steering issues have been reported, including complete loss of steering ability. |
Low | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Engine problems have been noted, though less frequently than other components. |
Medium | Rare | 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 2018 Toyota Camry:
Issues with the fuel pump have been reported, particularly in the 30k-60k mileage range.
Vacuum pump failures have been a concern, especially in the 30k-60k mileage range.
Severe steering issues have been reported, including complete loss of steering ability.
Engine problems have been noted, though less frequently than other components.
Recall Details for the 2018 Toyota Camry
The following 8 recalls have been issued for the 2018 Toyota Camry by NHTSA:
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Camry, 2019 Lexus NX300, and 2019 RX350L vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TA01 and 25LA01.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Camry vehicles. The vane cap inside the vacuum pump may break, causing the pump to fail, which could result in a sudden loss of braking assist.
Consequence: A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the vacuum pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Summary: 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 I...
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota cust...
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna...
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
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: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.
Consequence: A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine. The pistons on these vehicles may be larger than specified, possibly causing the engine to stall.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production date codes of the pistons and, if an engine contains a piston from the affected production period, the engine assembly will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J1M/J0M.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with V6 engines. These vehicles have fuel delivery pipes that may not be properly connected to the fuel hoses in the engine compartment.
Consequence: The improperly connected hoses may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes for the correct installation, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0G.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2018 Toyota Camry
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2018 Toyota Camry with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 involved fires.
I own a 2018 Toyota Camry XSE with a sunroof that is currently stuvck in tilt/ open position and will not close. Multiple independent mechanics have refused to attempt repair due to the high likelihood of the glass or mechanism breaking, and have advised that only Toyota dealership should handle the issue due to liability concerns. This appears to be a common issue reported by other Toyota Camry...
A loud winding noise coming from transmission only while foot is on the gas. Sound goes away when foot is not in the accelerator. This is a severe issue that can cause the transmission to go out while driving.
On March 19, 2026, I was driving to work when traffic began to slow, and I reduced my speed accordingly. As traffic started to return to normal speed, I pressed the accelerator; however, although the engine revved, the vehicle did not accelerate beyond approximately 15 mph. I safely moved to the side of the road and turned the car off. After restarting the vehicle, shifting into drive, and pressin...
Automatic transmission. Whining noise from transmission only while accelerator is pressed, goes away when let off the accelerator pedal.Transmission can quit working unexpectedly. 8 speed transmission that there are a lot of complaints on internet about this problem.
My steering was tight on my 2018 Toyota Camry. I started to have difficulty steering my car. After a day, I could not steer the car at all. I took it to my mechanic at Exxon, and when he ordered a new steering intermediate shaft assembly, he found a defect in the one Toyota sent him. I discovered that this serious and unsafe issue arose with other 2018 Toyota Camrys.
I own a 2018 Toyota Camry XSE. The car is equipped with a radar cruise control and automatic braking system that will brake the car if programming believes there is risk of an accident. The problem is this is all front-based monitory and no rear based monitoring. Recently I was traveling the speed limit on a 4-lane highway when a car stopped abruptly in the turn lane in which I was following. ...
My transmission is slipping / hesitating / delay shifting. I have always had it serviced on time and taken very good care of it. I even went and had the fluid flushed & refreshed and it is still happening. It makes driving unpredictable and makes me feel extremely unsafe in my car. There aren’t any lights on, on my dashboard. It has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance.
ICS malfunction error light and check engine light came on. I received a recall notice that this was being looked into but now the water pump has went out. The car is overheating.
The panoramic roof on the 2018 Camry XSE is stuck in the vented position and will not close. This is a known issue with this car and year, as well as other years. Window makes loud noises when trying to close and just remains open with no other way to manually close it.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Toyota Camry. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 90,328, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 294,568.
The Vacuum Pump for the Power Assist Brake System failed on my vehicle, the dealership would not provide me with the failed unit as they "have to send it back to Toyota". My brake assist was very inconsistent, sometimes barely had any which lead to very poor braking, accompanied with a KNOWN problematic knocking noise with an active TSB. I complained about this issue when I bought this used vehicl...
I began noticing louder noises coming from my Camry over the last couple months. The car started jerking forward more, stalling and hesitating to pick up speed, and I became increasingly concerned about my ability to control the car. Took the car in on Tuesday February 24th for a routine oil change at suburban Toyota of Troy and I informed them of the issue. Completed oil changed and They informed...
My vehicles transmission suddenly failed on the highway and caused me to almost crash; I lost control of the vehicle but no damage was sustained to the car. the transmission failed without any incident or reason; further research indicates multiple class action lawsuits against toyota for knowingly selling malfunctioning UA80 Transmissions in many of there 2018-2024 models, including my 2018 Camry...
Transmission failure after 145k miles; confirmed by 3 independent service centers. ICS Malfunction appeared two days prior to car being sent to mechanic shop
Poor acceleration and lose of transmission control ….complete safety hazard and the car has a failure to lose power while driving…..a humming noise and the car jerks while shifting gears
I am reporting a complete" transmission failure on my 2018 Toyota Camry (2.5L Gas, UB80E 8-speed). The vehicle suddenly failed to engage 'Drive' or 'Reverse' properly. Even after a professional fluid service at a transmission is stuck in a 'limp mode' or high gear, requiring high RPMs just to move slowly. This is a well-documented issue among 2018 Camry owners involving harsh shifting and prem...
While driving my 2018 Toyota Camry in active traffic, the vehicle suddenly stopped accelerating despite pressing the accelerator pedal. The engine remained on, but the vehicle would not move when pressing accelerator pedal. This occurred without warning and created an immediate safety hazard because surrounding traffic was moving normally and I was unable to maintain speed or clear the roadway. T...
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, while attempting to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The transmission was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer wa...
i HAVE BEEN TAKING MY CAR TO TOYOTA FROM I HAD THE CAR, JUST NORMAL RECOMMENDATIONS. 2 WEEKS A GO NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH MY CAR WHEN I TOOK IT TO NALLEY STONECREST IN GA, NO ONE SAID ANYTHING TO ME ABOUT ANYTHING FEELING AWAY OR NOTHING ABOUT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT( THAT'S WHEN I KNEW SOMETHING WASN'T RIGHT). IN LESS THEN 2 DAYS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND INSTANTLY THE CAR STARTED TO DRAG AN...
The vehicle experienced a malfunction of the 8-speed automatic transmission(UB80E). The transmission began slipping unpredictably, jerking when accelerating from a stop, and shifting extremely harshly between first and second gear. These symptoms occurred randomly and worsened over a short period of time. The vehicle would hesitate or surge when attempting to move from a stop, creating a loss of c...
Showing 20 of 695 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2018 Toyota Camry
Has the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY been recalled?
Yes, the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY has 8 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY have?
The 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY has 695 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 45 involved crashes. 45 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
The 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY involve power train (88 complaints), service brakes (69 complaints), unknown or other (43 complaints). Other affected components include steering, engine, fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY have?
There are 45 crash reports associated with the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY out of 695 total complaints (6.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY have?
There are 4 fire reports for the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY out of 695 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY.
How many injuries are reported for the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
45 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY is proceed with caution. It has 695 complaints, 8 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 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
The components with the most failures on the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY are: 1. POWER TRAIN (88 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES (69 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (43 complaints), 4. STEERING (38 complaints), 5. ENGINE (32 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 88 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
Be aware of potential fuel pump and vacuum pump issues, and regularly check your vehicle for any unusual noises or steering difficulties. The 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY has 695 NHTSA complaints and 8 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
The 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 695 owner complaints, 8 recalls, and 49 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump and Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Power Assist: Vacuum.
What are the known issues with the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY?
Known issues with the 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY include: Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump, Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Power Assist: Vacuum, Steering, Engine. These are based on patterns found across 695 NHTSA complaints. 8 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2018 Toyota Camry?
The most common issues include fuel pump problems, vacuum pump failures, steering difficulties, and engine issues.
Are there any recalls for the 2018 Toyota Camry?
Yes, there have been recalls for fuel pump and vacuum pump issues in 2018 Camry and related models.
What should I do if I experience steering problems in my 2018 Toyota Camry?
If you experience steering problems, have your vehicle inspected by a professional mechanic immediately.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential fuel pump and vacuum pump issues, and regularly check your vehicle for any unusual noises or steering difficulties.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2018 Toyota Camry
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2018 Toyota Camry. The data includes 695 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 8 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 45 reported crashes, 4 fire incidents, 45 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2018 Toyota Camry an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 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