1999 Toyota Camry vs 2001 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 | 1999 Toyota Camry | 2001 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 501 | 272 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 117 | 128 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 99 | 70 |
| Fire reports | 42 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 81,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Camry | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 110 | 47 |
| Air Bags | 74 | 38 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 65 | 46 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 76 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 41 | 20 |
| Suspension | 34 | 22 |
| Tires | 29 | 23 |
| Steering | 24 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 25 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 17 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
1999 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.