Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2024 Toyota Camry
The 2024 Toyota Camry is reliable overall, but potential buyers should be cautious of recent recalls and specific complaints regarding safety, structure, and engine performance issues. Prioritize inspecting these aspects to ensure safety and reliability.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2024 Toyota Camry has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 52 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V128000 Insufficient Weld on Rear Seat Frame/FMVSS 202 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 11 complaints
- Unknown or Other 9 complaints
- Air Bags 6 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 5 complaints
- Steering 5 complaints
- Engine 4 complaints
Of the 52 complaints on file, 4 report a crash; across all 52 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Head restraint weld issue
How to check: Inspect second-row seat headrests; check recall fix.
Structural problems reported
How to check: Check for unusual cabin noises or misalignments.
Engine performance complaints
How to check: Listen for odd noises or hesitation during idle.
Steering difficulties reported
How to check: Ensure steering is smooth and responsive.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises.
Red flag: Knocking or ticking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for engine vibrations.
Red flag: Rough or erratic idling
- 03
Initial acceleration
What to check: Note responsiveness and hesitation.
Red flag: Sluggish acceleration response
- 04
Turning maneuvers
What to check: Steering wheel responsiveness.
Red flag: Wheel is unsteady or stiff
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Smooth power delivery.
Red flag: Stuttering or lack of power
- 06
Braking at speed
What to check: Brakes react effectively.
Red flag: Squealing or vehicle pulls
- 07
Final parking
What to check: Check for abnormal vibrations.
Red flag: Shaking or unusual noises
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the recall been addressed?
- Any issues with engine performance?
- Are there any steering problems?
- Have there been any structural repairs?
- What is the maintenance history?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Maintenance logs
- Title and registration
- Previous ownership history
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2024 Toyota Camry at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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