Research · Midsize Cars

2023 Toyota Camry HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Most complaints involve fuel system, gasoline (1). The EPA rates it 46–52 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
46–52mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Feb 2024
Owner complaints
1
Top: fuel system, gasoline
Fuel cost / yr
$1,250est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Wheels: lugs

Park It: do not driveFree remedy

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.

WheelsReported Jun 15, 2023NHTSA 23V432000

Seats

Free remedy

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

SeatsReported Feb 21, 2024NHTSA 24V128000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 27, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Apr 2025 – Apr 2025
  1. Fuel system, gasoline1

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.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
20073,490
20081,095
20091,411
2010614
2015275
2016171
2017142
201828
201911
20209
20218
20222
20231
2025177
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 27, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Fuel system, gasoline

1 report
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor around the exterior of the vehicle. In addition, the contact noticed a yellow fuel stain on the fuel cap door and onto the rear tire. The contact stated that the fuel leak had damaged the paint on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed fuel cap. The contact was informed that the fuel cap needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the part had been ordered. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 2, 2025Fuel system, gasolineODI 11652382
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 27, 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 Oct 27, 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$1,250170
Camry Hybrid SE/XLE/XSE
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
444746$1,400195
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 27, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Toyota CAMRY HYBRID Later Release 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%
Overall
5 / 5
Toyota CAMRY HYBRID 4 DR FWD Early Release
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 Oct 27, 2026Vehicle 18956Vehicle 18582
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

2023 Camry Hybrid questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid have?

2 safety recalls as of Oct 27, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are fuel system, gasoline (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid at 46–52 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 27, 2026