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2018 Toyota Camry HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 28 owner complaints for the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Most complaints involve service brakes (11) and electrical system (4). The EPA rates it 46–52 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
46–52mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
28
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
$1,200est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid as of Nov 11, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

28 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2018 – Jun 2025
  1. Service brakes11
  2. Electrical system4
  3. Steering3
  4. Vehicle speed control3
  5. Engine3
  6. Wheels3
  7. Fuel/propulsion system2
  8. Power train2
  9. Service brakes, hydraulic1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Camry Hybrid model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20073,491
20081,095
20091,412
2010614
2015275
2016171
2017142
201828
201911
20209
20218
20222
20231
2025177
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Service brakes

11 reports2 crashes
“FOR FIRST MINUTE OR TWO AFTER STARTING VEHICLE, THE BRAKES PREVENT SMOOTH OPERATION CAUSING "LURCHING" ESPECIALLY DURING SLOW SPEED BACKING. TOYOTA DECLARES "NORMAL" BEHAVIOR OF THE BRAKES.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 17, 2019Service brakesODI 11256223

Electrical system

4 reports
“ISSUE #1 RADIO/BLUETOOTH FAILS TO SYNC WITH PHONE FORCING ME TO HAND HOLD THE PHONE IN VIOLATION OF STATE LAW. ISSUE #2 RADIO/BLUETOOTH/MICROPHONE HAS SO MUCH BACKGROUND NOISE THAT IT'S DIFFICULT FOR PEOPLE TO HEAR/UNDERSTAND ME. THIS IS AN ISSUE IN THE CASE OF AN ACCIDENT OR OTHER SITUATION WHEN HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION IS REQUIRED.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 18, 2019Electrical system, Unknown or otherODI 11220859

Steering

3 reports
“The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that the plastic trim on the steering wheel would reflect a glare while driving. The contact stated that the glare would obstruct his vision while driving. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed him that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000. The VIN was not available.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 25, 2022SteeringODI 11448794
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S6)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Camry Hybrid LE
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
515352$1,200170
Camry Hybrid XLE/SE
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
444746$1,350195
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Toyota Camry Hybrid 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 11, 2026Vehicle 12324
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2018 Camry Hybrid questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 11, 2026.

What are the most common 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems?

Owners filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (11), electrical system (4), steering (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid get?

The EPA rates the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid at 46–52 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026