How many transmission complaints does the 2016 Toyota Camry have?

NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Camry, which is 10% of its 183 total complaints for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2016 Toyota Camry?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2016 Camry.

At what mileage do 2016 Camry transmission problems usually start?

The median mileage at failure reported in these complaints is 5,000 miles.

How does the 2016 Camry compare to other years for transmission complaints?

The 2016 Camry's 18 complaints and 10% share are lower than the 2012 (142 complaints, 24%), 2014 (128 complaints, 28%), and 2018 (196 complaints, 26%) model years.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to 2016 Camry transmission complaints?

NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 1 injury tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2016 Camry, with no fires reported.

2016 Toyota Camry Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Toyota Camry, 10% of its 183 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 5,000 miles. There are no related recalls filed for this area, and the complaint count is much lower than the 2012, 2014, and 2018 model years.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 18; 10% of 183
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 5,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicles parked and idling roll away or shift unexpectedly from park into reverse, in one case striking a person.
Drivers report hesitation or no response when pressing the accelerator from a stop or while merging, sometimes at highway entry speeds.
Owners describe delayed or rough gear shifts, including lurching as if the transmission drops from drive to neutral or jumps into a lower gear.
Some vehicles developed engine sputtering that was later diagnosed as a failed torque converter.
Transmission fluid leaks were found coming from seals, the transaxle, pan gasket, and transmission case.

When 2016 Toyota Camry transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 23, 2015, latest May 15, 2025.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2015 to May 2025; peak Dec 2016 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2016 Toyota Camry

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Camry model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201045 (8%)
201149 (8%)
2012142 (24%)
201367 (24%)
2014128 (28%)
201536 (13%)
201618 (10%)
20176 (4%)
2018196 (26%)
2019113 (29%)
202033 (12%)
202112 (8%)
20226 (10%)
20237 (11%)
20243 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2016 Toyota Camry have?: NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Camry, which is 10% of its 183 total complaints for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2016 Toyota Camry?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2016 Camry.
At what mileage do 2016 Camry transmission problems usually start?: The median mileage at failure reported in these complaints is 5,000 miles.
How does the 2016 Camry compare to other years for transmission complaints?: The 2016 Camry's 18 complaints and 10% share are lower than the 2012 (142 complaints, 24%), 2014 (128 complaints, 28%), and 2018 (196 complaints, 26%) model years.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to 2016 Camry transmission complaints?: NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 1 injury tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2016 Camry, with no fires reported.