1998 Toyota Camry vs 2000 Toyota Camry
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Toyota Camry | 2000 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 600 | 454 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 128 | 114 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 64 | 106 |
| Fire reports | 31 | 28 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 87,844 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Camry | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 83 | 107 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 112 | 59 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 92 | 54 |
| Air Bags | 50 | 58 |
| Suspension | 70 | 28 |
| Tires | 41 | 25 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 31 |
| Structure | 35 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 27 | 17 |
| Vibration / shaking | 24 | 23 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 24 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 11 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 7 |
1998 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.