2000 Toyota Camry recalls and problems

The 2000 Toyota Camry has 2 safety recalls and 454 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

454

Crashes / fires

106 / 28

Injuries / deaths

84 / 3

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Toyota Camry vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Toyota Camry recalls

Recall 01V-012: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Jan 16, 2001 · 53,061 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with cruise control and v6 engines, and built at one of two lines at the kentucky plant. The accelerator cable housing could be deformed at the cruise control actuator-to-throttle body connection. The accelerator inner-cable could wear away and eventually break.

Risk: This could allow the throttle to return to idle or remain in its most recent position regardless of accelerator pedal operation, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. Owner notification began february 23, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Recall 00V-154: Suspension

Reported Jun 5, 2000 · 541 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to improper heat treatment, the rear axle may not have adequate strength in some areas.

Risk: After extended use of the vehicle, the rear axle shafts could fail or break.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear axle hub assemblies.

2000 Toyota Camry problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	109
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	64
Air Bags	61
Engine and Engine Cooling	55
Electrical System	37
Power Train	36
Suspension	28
Tires	25
Structure	20
Unknown or Other	17
Fuel System, Gasoline	16
Steering	14

Most reported parts

Air Bags › Frontal — 32
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 25
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 22
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 17
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 16
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 12
Suspension › Front — 11
Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 8

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Toyota Camry complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seat Belts · at 177,600 miles · reported Mar 19, 2026

The contact owns a 1997 N/A Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the driverâs side seat belt mechanism had malfunctioned, and the retractor was not working properly. Additionally, the latching mechanism failed to latch securely or release as intended. The dealer was notified of the failure; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 177,600.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Dec 11, 2025

The contact owns a 1997 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 97V156000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. In addition, the contact lived in a hot climate area and believed that the recall would not affect the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Air Bags · at 143,000 miles · reported Jul 10, 2025

The contact owned a 1997 N/A Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while an acquaintance was driving approximately 45 MPH, the acquaintance crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained neck pain and received medical assistance later. A police report was filed but the contact did not have the information available. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was totaled. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000. The VIN was not available.

Power Train · at 232,000 miles · reported Jan 5, 2023

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to immediately respond after the gear shifter was shifted into reverse(R). The contact stated that there was a hesitation before the vehicle responded. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred after shifting into drive(D). There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local Pep Boys where it was diagnosed that the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) vacuum switching valve needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was not drivable. The dealer and the manufacturer were not…

Engine · at 80,000 miles · reported Aug 2, 2022

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer however, it was not stated whether or not the vehicle was diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the EGR lines, oxygen sensor, and drive cycle. The contact stated that the failure recurred every year. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Toyota Camry have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Toyota Camry: 01V-012 (vehicle speed control), 00V-154 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Toyota Camry?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (109 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (64). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 miles.

Are Toyota recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.