2016 Toyota Camry: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Toyota Camry: 2 recalls, 184 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V215000 · 2016 · 58,515 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the ocs, free of charge. The recall began by May 13, 2016.
Equipment Vehicle recall #16V420000 · 2016 · 4,253 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: An incorrect label May lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 35 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (34): the most common themes are noise or vibration (4).
- Airbags (31): the most common themes are fails to deploy (17).
- Steering (25): the most common themes are steering problems (21).
- Speed control / throttle (22): the most common themes are warning light on (4), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2016 Toyota Camry has 184 owner complaints, ranking #28 of 35 Camry model years for complaints (well below the 511 average). Complaints peaked in 2016 (28 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 28,886 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (271 complaints, 1 recalls), 2017 (148 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 28 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 25 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Toyota Camry have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Toyota Camry. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Toyota Camry problems?
Owners have filed 184 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (34), airbags (31), steering (25).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Camry get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Toyota Camry repair manual?
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