--- title: "2018-2024 Toyota Camry Problems and Years to Avoid" description: "6 documented problems with the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry, with symptoms, affected years, and typical repair costs. 3 of them are serious. 4 carry a recall or TSB number." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/common-problems" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # 2018-2024 Toyota Camry Common Problems and Years to Avoid 6 documented problems with the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry, with symptoms, affected years, and typical repair costs. 3 of them are serious. 4 carry a recall or TSB number. **Quick answer**: We have 6 documented problems on record for the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry, of which 3 are serious and 4 carry a recall or service bulletin. ## 2018-2024 Toyota Camry recalls and service bulletins | Recall / TSB | Issue | Severity | | --- | --- | --- | | NHTSA 20V-012, expanded under 20V-682 (Toyota 20TA02); further amended Jan 2025 (25V-028) | Denso low-pressure fuel pump failure (recall) | major | | NHTSA 21V-890 (Toyota 21TB09/21TA09); earlier related recall J0K | Brake booster vacuum pump failure (recall) | major | | NHTSA 20V-064 (Toyota 20TA04) | 2.5L engine block porosity coolant leak (recall) | major | | Multiple shift-quality TSBs (ECM/TCM recalibration) | 8-speed transmission hesitation / harsh low-speed shifts | minor | Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of the vehicle's age, mileage, or how many owners it has had. Check your VIN against the NHTSA database to see what is still outstanding. ## Denso low-pressure fuel pump failure (recall) (major) A defective Denso in-tank fuel pump impeller can swell and seize, causing rough running, no-starts, or engine stall at speed. Part of Toyota's massive multi-model fuel pump recall; dealers replace the fuel pump assembly free. Check your VIN, the campaign was amended repeatedly (2020-2025). Most affected: 2018-2020. Typical cost: Free under recall; ~$500-$900 if a failed pump is replaced outside recall scope. Recall/TSB: NHTSA 20V-012, expanded under 20V-682 (Toyota 20TA02); further amended Jan 2025 (25V-028). ## Brake booster vacuum pump failure (recall) (major) The engine-driven brake vacuum pump's vane cap can break, killing power brake assist, the pedal goes hard and stopping distances grow. Toyota recalled 227,490 2018-2019 Camrys; dealers inspect and repair or replace the pump free of charge. Most affected: 2018-2019. Typical cost: Free under recall. Recall/TSB: NHTSA 21V-890 (Toyota 21TB09/21TA09); earlier related recall J0K. ## 2.5L engine block porosity coolant leak (recall) (major) A small batch of 2020 2.5L engine blocks were cast with porosity that can crack and leak coolant internally or externally, risking overheating, stall, or fire. Toyota inspected and replaced affected engines free. Small population but a full engine replacement when it hits. Most affected: 2020. Typical cost: Free under recall (engine replacement). Recall/TSB: NHTSA 20V-064 (Toyota 20TA04). ## 8-speed transmission hesitation / harsh low-speed shifts (minor) Early UA80E 8-speeds draw complaints for hesitation on tip-in, flare between 1st-3rd, and clunky low-speed downshifts. Toyota issued software recalibration TSBs that improve but don't always eliminate the behavior. Rarely a hardware failure. Most affected: 2018-2019 (most complaints). Typical cost: Free (TSB reflash) under warranty; no hardware fix usually needed. Recall/TSB: Multiple shift-quality TSBs (ECM/TCM recalibration). ## Entune 3.0 infotainment freezing / blank screen (minor) 2018-2019 head units freeze, reboot, or lose the backup camera feed intermittently. Firmware updates fixed most cases; persistent failures need a head unit replacement. Android Auto didn't arrive until 2020 models. Most affected: 2018-2019. Typical cost: Free (software update) - $1,000+ (head unit out of warranty). ## Hybrid 12V battery early failure (minor) The small trunk-mounted AGM auxiliary battery on hybrids commonly dies around 4 years, stranding the car even though the hybrid pack is fine. Symptoms are a dead car after sitting, or ghost electrical faults. Replacement is a normal DIY with an AGM of the same size. Most affected: 2018-2024 (hybrid). Typical cost: $200-$350. Problems listed here are compiled from NHTSA complaints, recalls, technical service bulletins, and widely documented owner reports for the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry. Not every vehicle will experience these issues. ## Which Toyota Camry model years does this cover? These problems and recalls specifications apply to every Toyota Camry built from 2018 through 2024, the XV70 (8th generation), mid-size sedan (tnga-k platform). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2018 Camry](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018) - [2019 Camry](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2019) - [2020 Camry](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2020) - [2021 Camry](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2021) - [2022 Camry](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2022) - [2023 Camry](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2023) - [2024 Camry](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2024) ## What changed during the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2018 | Generation launch on TNGA platform; LED headlights standard on all trims | | 2020 | AWD became available on 4-cylinder trims; Android Auto added; TRD V6 trim introduced | | 2021 | Facelift: revised fascias and wheels, floating touchscreen, Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+; Hybrid XSE added | | 2023-2024 | Carryover years; final V6 Camrys | | 2024 | Carries over with minimal changes; the redesigned hybrid-only XV80 arrives for 2025 | ## 2018-2024 Toyota Camry problems and recalls: common questions ### What are the most common problems with the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry? The recurring ones are: denso low-pressure fuel pump failure (recall); brake booster vacuum pump failure (recall); 2.5l engine block porosity coolant leak (recall); 8-speed transmission hesitation / harsh low-speed shifts; entune 3.0 infotainment freezing / blank screen. Each is detailed above with symptoms, affected years, and typical cost. ### Which 2018-2024 Toyota Camry years should you avoid? The years to be most careful with are those affected by denso low-pressure fuel pump failure (recall) (2018-2020) and brake booster vacuum pump failure (recall) (2018-2019) and 2.5l engine block porosity coolant leak (recall) (2020). A documented problem is not automatically a reason to walk away. Service records showing the repair was done change the picture entirely. ### Are there recalls on the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry? 4 of the issues listed carry a recall or technical service bulletin: NHTSA 20V-012, expanded under 20V-682 (Toyota 20TA02); further amended Jan 2025 (25V-028) (denso low-pressure fuel pump failure (recall)), NHTSA 21V-890 (Toyota 21TB09/21TA09); earlier related recall J0K (brake booster vacuum pump failure (recall)), NHTSA 20V-064 (Toyota 20TA04) (2.5l engine block porosity coolant leak (recall)), Multiple shift-quality TSBs (ECM/TCM recalibration) (8-speed transmission hesitation / harsh low-speed shifts). Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of age or mileage. Check your VIN on the NHTSA site to see what is outstanding. ### How much do 2018-2024 Toyota Camry repairs typically cost? Typical figures for the issues above: denso low-pressure fuel pump failure (recall), Free under recall; ~$500-$900 if a failed pump is replaced outside recall scope; brake booster vacuum pump failure (recall), Free under recall; 2.5l engine block porosity coolant leak (recall), Free under recall (engine replacement); 8-speed transmission hesitation / harsh low-speed shifts, Free (TSB reflash) under warranty; no hardware fix usually needed. ## Sources - [Toyota technical data, Camry XV70 fluids & capacities (toyota-club.net)](https://toyota-club.net/files/techdata/ttx/camry_70u.htm) - [Toyota parts catalog, 87139-0E040 cabin air filter (parts.toyota.com)](https://parts.toyota.com/p/Toyota_2018_Camry/Cabin-Air-Filter/66836259/871390E040.html) - [Toyota parts, 17801-F0050 engine air filter fitment (Frontier Toyota)](https://parts.frontiertoyota.com/oem-parts/toyota-engine-air-filter-2-5l-a25afks-4-cylinder-3-5l-2grfks-v6-17801f0050) - [NHTSA recall 20V-012, Denso fuel pump](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2020/RCLRPT-20V012-4479.PDF) - [NHTSA recall 21V-890, brake vacuum pump](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2021/RCMN-21V890-8677.pdf) - [NHTSA recall 20V-064, engine block porosity](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2020/RCAK-20V064-2632.pdf) - [TirePressure.org, 2018 Toyota Camry placard pressures](https://tirepressure.org/toyota/camry/2018) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2018 Camry / Camry Hybrid EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2018_Toyota_camry.shtml) - [ToyotaNation, XV70 OEM battery H5/Group 47 discussion](https://www.toyotanation.com/threads/2018-camry-battery-size-dillema.1760261/) ## Other Toyota Camry generations - [2025 Toyota Camry problems and recalls](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2025/common-problems) - [2012-2017 Toyota Camry problems and recalls](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2012-2017/common-problems) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/common-problems). ## More for the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/service-schedule) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/camry/2018-2024/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.