2007–2024
Toyota Camry years to avoid
By Hari Vinayak · Updated 2026-06-12
Quick answer
Toyota Camry years to avoid: 2007–2009, 2018. Best used years: 2012–2017, 2019+. Avoid undocumented 2007–2009 oil-burners and you can buy almost any Camry with confidence. It's the default safe choice in midsize sedans for a reason.
Years to avoid
2007–2009
2.4L oil consumption from piston rings — the one genuinely common Camry engine complaint. Verify oil level and history.
2018
First year of the current generation: infotainment glitches and early 8-speed tuning quirks. Minor, but 2019+ is cleaner.
Best years to buy
2012–2017
The 2.5L four and V6 of this era are about as durable as engines get, and prices are now excellent.
2019+
First-year issues sorted; the 2.5 Dynamic Force engine has a strong record.
The bottom line
Avoid undocumented 2007–2009 oil-burners and you can buy almost any Camry with confidence. It's the default safe choice in midsize sedans for a reason.
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