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2020 Toyota Camry Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

57/100

#7 most-complained of 15 Camry years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2020 Toyota Camry has 274 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and a complaint index of 57, ranking 7th worst out of 15 model years. It carries a "Caution" verdict, with engine issues the top reported problem area.

Complaints
274
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
14 / 2
Injuries / deaths
22 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
28.5
25 city / 34 hwy

Top 2020 Toyota Camry problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine70 (26%)
  2. Electrical System67 (24%)
  3. Airbags48 (18%)
  4. Other47 (17%)
  5. Fuel System40 (15%)
  6. Transmission & Powertrain33 (12%)
  7. Collision Avoidance & Cameras17 (6%)
  8. Brakes14 (5%)
  9. Visibility & Wipers12 (4%)
  10. Structure & Body11 (4%)

What owners report

  • Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in crashes at speeds around 40-60 mph, sometimes leaving occupants injured.
  • Owners describe unintended forward or reverse acceleration even while the brake pedal was depressed, leading to collisions.
  • The high-pressure fuel pump line reportedly ruptured suddenly, spraying fuel onto the engine and exhaust and igniting a small fire.
  • Some vehicles reportedly emitted smoke and caught fire under the hood after the check engine light illuminated while driving.
  • The automatic emergency braking system reportedly activated on its own, causing the car to brake hard and stop abruptly in traffic.
  • Brakes reportedly locked up without warning, causing a loss of control and a collision.
2020 Toyota Camry complaints: complaints filed per quarter322019 Q42020 Q42021 Q42022 Q42023 Q42024 Q42025 Q4
384 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2019 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2025 Q1 (32).

2020 Toyota Camry recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 23V865000Dec 20, 2023Airbags999,901 vehicles

    Air bags:sensor:occupant classification

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

  2. NHTSA 20V682000Nov 4, 2020Fuel System1,525,742 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

  3. NHTSA 20V064000Feb 6, 2020Engine44,191 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid and Lexus ES300h and 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.5L 4-Cylinder engines. Porosity in the engine castings may result in cracks than can allow coolant to leak internally and/or externally.

    Risk: A coolant leak can cause the engine to overheat and cause a vehicle stall in conventional gasoline vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, for all involved vehicles, the engine may get damaged mechanically, possibly resulting in an engine oil leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the engine including the engine block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 3, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA04. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA02.

2020 Toyota Camry fuel economy and fuel cost

City
25 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
Combined
28.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,275
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2020 compared with other Camry years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2018Avoid93741832
2019Caution64395632
2020Caution57274328.5
2021Good43157128
2022Best760128

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2020 Toyota Camry reliable?
NHTSA lists 274 complaints and 3 recalls for the 2020 Camry, giving it a complaint index of 57 and a "Caution" verdict compared to other Camry model years.
What is the top problem area for the 2020 Toyota Camry?
Engine complaints are the largest category, accounting for 70 complaints, or 26% of all reported issues, with a median failure mileage of 11,500 miles.
Does the 2020 Toyota Camry have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Camry, covering the airbag sensor, fuel pump assembly, and engine block issues on 2.5L 4-cylinder models.
How does the 2020 Camry compare to other model years?
The 2020 Camry ranks 7th worst out of 15 model years with data, better than 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2018 (all rated "Avoid") but worse than 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.
What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Toyota Camry?
The 2020 Camry gets an EPA-rated 28.5 mpg combined (25 city / 34 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,275.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.