Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Toyota Camry. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110
- Summary
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. 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."
- Consequence
- An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Occupant Classification System/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon and Camry vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015 to March 4, 2016. 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."
- Consequence
- Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the OCS, free of charge. The recall began by May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0J.
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Owner complaints (184)
184 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 184 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 34 | 18.5% |
| Air bags | 31 | 16.8% |
| Steering | 25 | 13.6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 22 | 12% |
| Electrical system | 21 | 11.4% |
| Structure | 20 | 10.9% |
| Service brakes | 19 | 10.3% |
| Power train | 18 | 9.8% |
| Engine | 17 | 9.2% |
| Seat belts | 9 | 4.9% |
How 2016 compares with other Camry years
Best and worst Camry years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 589 | 2 |
| 2013 | 274 | 2 |
| 2014 | 455 | 3 |
| 2015 | 271 | 1 |
| 2016 | 184 | 2 |
| 2017 | 148 | 3 |
| 2018 | 745 | 8 |
| 2019 | 395 | 6 |
| 2020 | 274 | 3 |
| 2021 | 157 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2016 Toyota Camry 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 40 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 220 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 40 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 42 / 38 / 40 | $1,700 | 220 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 40 / 37 / 39 | $1,700 | 229 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 34 / 28 | $2,400 | 313 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 361 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2016 Camry for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2016 Toyota Camry FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Camry have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 16V420000 (equipment), 16V215000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Toyota Camry problems?
Owners filed 184 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (34), Air bags (31), Steering (25) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Toyota Camry get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 42 city, 38 highway and 40 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Toyota Camry get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 Toyota Camry 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (11.1% rollover risk).
How does the 2016 Camry compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2021 Toyota Camry model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (148) and the 2018 the most (745). The 2016 drew 184. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.