MODEL
Toyota Camry
NHTSA safety across every Toyota Camry model year we cover.
Across the 7 model years of the Toyota Camry we cover (2019 to 2025), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2024 at 97 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2019 at 88. 15 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Toyota Camry has been the best-selling midsize sedan in America for decades, and the 2019-2025 generation continues to anchor that reputation. Built as a four-door family sedan aimed squarely at mainstream buyers who want a sensible, well-rounded vehicle, the Camry competes in one of the most scrutinized segments on the road. At MotorCaliber, we look past the popularity contest and focus entirely on what the safety data actually says.
When you run the Camry's numbers through our NHTSA-based Safety Index, the results are genuinely impressive. The 2024 model year earns a 97 out of 100, landing in our Exceptional band, with the broader covered range (2019-2025) consistently hitting Strong or better. NHTSA crash-test results in the best year show a clean sweep: 5 out of 5 stars in frontal, side, and rollover testing. For a mainstream family sedan, that is about as good as the federal testing program can confirm. The recall picture deserves honest attention, though. Across the 2019-2025 model years, Toyota has issued 15 recalls on the Camry. One of those is classified as a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, the most serious category in our recall grading, and shoppers should verify whether any open recalls affect a specific vehicle before purchase or continued use. Owner complaints logged with NHTSA across these years total 1,084, which is a meaningful volume for a single model range. Within those unverified allegations, 93 involve reported crashes, 82 involve reported injuries, 7 involve reported fire, and 1 involves a reported death. These are complaints, not confirmed findings, but the numbers warrant attention. Bottom line: the Camry earns strong crash-test marks, but its recall count and complaint volume mean buyers should do their homework on specific model years before signing.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Camry as one of the most polished and well-rounded entries in the midsize sedan segment, praising its composed ride, refined cabin, and broad trim-level range. Most professional assessments position it as a benchmark choice for buyers who prioritize a predictable, capable everyday vehicle over driving excitement.
- The 2024 Camry earns a 97 out of 100 on our NHTSA-based Safety Index and rates Exceptional, the highest band in our system, with 5-star results across frontal, side, and rollover crash tests in the best-performing year.
- One of the 15 recalls issued across the 2019-2025 range carries a park-outside or do-not-drive designation, the most urgent recall classification. Always run a specific VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm whether any campaign remains open on a vehicle you are considering.
- NHTSA has logged 1,084 owner complaints across this generation, including 93 reported crashes and 82 reported injuries. These are unverified allegations, but the volume suggests shoppers should review complaint details for the specific model year they are targeting.
- With 15 total recalls across seven model years, the Camry's recall frequency is something to monitor. Toyota has generally issued safety campaigns proactively, but buyers of used examples should confirm all recall repairs have been completed before taking ownership.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 Toyota Camry with 6 recalls.