1988 Toyota Camry vs 1989 Toyota Camry
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Toyota Camry | 1989 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 64 | 113 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 19 |
| Investigations | 8 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–25 | 19–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Camry | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 10 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 16 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 7 |
| Structure | 6 | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 15 |
| Power Train | 9 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
1988 Toyota Camry
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.