2021 Toyota Camry recalls and problems

The 2021 Toyota Camry has 1 safety recall and 158 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

158

Crashes / fires

21 / 2

Injuries / deaths

16 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2021 Toyota Camry vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2021 Toyota Camry recalls

Recall 23V-865: Air Bags

Reported Dec 20, 2023 · 999,901 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.

Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

2021 Toyota Camry problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	78
Unknown or Other	22
Service Brakes	13
Power Train	12
Forward Collision Avoidance	11
Lane Departure	8
Electrical System	8
Engine	7
Steering	4
Structure	4
Tires	4
Visibility/Wiper	3

Most reported parts

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 6
Lane Departure › Assist — 4
Structure › Body — 4
Lane Departure › Warning — 3
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 2
Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 21,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2021 Toyota Camry complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Sep 24, 2026

I took it to a repair shop for a transmission issue, the technician noted the transmission fluid degraded or burnt fluid or And it is causing the torque converter shudder and transmission rpm to slip

Engine · reported Sep 12, 2026

Power loss, had to pull off road. multiple fault codes on this event. 2 broken plastic parts in intake duct, one stuck in throttle body butterfly. cleared plastic parts from intake to get home. Later determined 2 of 4 intake resonator tube internal catch bevels broke off. The remaining 2 were very weak and easily broke off as well. Serious FOD hazard to engine!

Air Bags · at 83,000 miles · reported Aug 19, 2026

The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, a second vehicle T-boned the vehicle while driving approximately 60 MPH and crashed into the driverâs side of the vehicle. During the crash, no air bags had deployed inside the vehicle, including the side curtain air bags. Police and Emergency Services were called to the scene. The contact had to be extracted from the vehicle and was transported to a nearby hospital. During the crash, the contact sustained a concussion and left hip and left torso injuries. A Police report was filed at the scene…

Air Bags · reported Jul 15, 2026

I went to a toyota dealership June 24th to have my car checked for the airbag recall. They told me my car did have the recall on it and that they would have to order the part. I haven't heard anything from them at all.

Tires · reported Jul 7, 2026

Component failed: Falken tire size 235/40R19. The tire was manually over-inflated to a life-threatening 91 PSI by the service facility. It is currently available for inspection upon request.Safety risk: Upon driving onto public Highway 79, the extreme over-inflation caused the vehicle to immediately exhibit violent structural shaking and pull aggressively toward the ditch, creating an imminent danger of handling failure and a high-speed collision.Confirmation: The vehicle safety defect and inflation failure were officially confirmed and documented via a physical inspection by certified dealer…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Toyota Camry have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Toyota Camry: 23V-865 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Toyota Camry?

Owners report air bags problems most often (78 reports), followed by unknown or other (22). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 21,000 miles.

Are Toyota recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.