2016 Toyota Camry Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 189 owner complaints for the 2016 Toyota Camry. The EPA rates it 25 to 40 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 189
- Crashes / fires reported
- 41 / 2
- EPA combined
- 25–40 MPG
2016 Toyota Camry recalls
Power TrainJul 20, 2017 · NHTSA 17V462000+
Risk: A front driveshaft separation would result in a loss of propulsion while driving, and if the driver exits the vehicle without applying the parking brake, the vehicle may roll. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the serial number of the vehicle's drive shaft, replacing any that are affected, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0M.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The front drive shaft may separate.
EquipmentJun 9, 2016 · NHTSA 16V420000+
Risk: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Air BagsApr 14, 2016 · NHTSA 16V215000+
Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the OCS, free of charge. The recall began by May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0J.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon and Camry vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015 to March 4, 2016. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the front passenger seat air bag system may have been improperly calibrated. As a result, the front passenger air bag and the front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended in certain crash scenarios. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2016 Toyota Camry problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Unknown or Other36
- Air Bags31
- Steering25
- Vehicle Speed Control22
- Electrical System21
- Structure20
- Service Brakes20
- Power Train18
2016 Toyota Camry gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry Hybrid LE | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 42 | 38 | 40 | $1,600 |
| Camry Hybrid XLE/SE | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 40 | 37 | 39 | $1,650 |
| Camry | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,300 |
| Camry | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 21 | 30 | 25 | $2,550 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2016 Toyota Camry have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Toyota Camry, most recently for the power train (Jul 20, 2017). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Toyota Camry problems?
Owners filed 189 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are unknown or other (36), air bags (31), steering (25).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Camry get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Toyota Camry at 25 to 40 MPG combined (best version: 42 city / 38 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.