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2014 Toyota Camry Problems

What owners have reported about the 2014 Toyota Camry, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2014 Toyota Camry a good year?

It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 455 complaints with NHTSA, the 7th most of 17 Camry model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, acceleration and speed control and engine.

455 complaints 3 recalls, 1 fire risk 7th worst of 17 Camry years

Top 2014 Toyota Camry problems

1

Transmission problems

128 complaints (28%) name the transmission, most often the torque converter.

Complaints 128 · Usually at 31,000–122,000 miles

2

Acceleration problems

64 complaints (14%) name the acceleration and speed control, most often the accelerator pedal.

Complaints 64 · Usually at 4,000–46,000 miles

3

Engine problems

62 complaints (14%) name the engine.

Complaints 62 · Usually at 6,000–75,000 miles

4

Electrical problems

55 complaints (12%) name the electrical system, most often the speedometer / odometer.

Complaints 55 · Usually at 16,000–82,000 miles

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Unknown or Other 16%
Acceleration 14%
Engine 14%
Electrical 12%
Airbags 9%
Brakes 8%
Fuel System 7%
Body 5%
Suspension 5%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (295 of 455). The amber line is the middle value, about 38,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2014 Toyota Camry recalls

Front suspension arm may separate from ball joint

Crash risk

The left front lower suspension arm may have been made incorrectly, so one bolt may not grip well enough. The arm could separate from the ball joint, which can cause a loss of control and raise the risk of a crash.

Fix: A dealer will replace the left front lower suspension arm at no cost to you.

Recall 14V715000 · Nov 2014

Fuel pipe may leak, causing fire risk

Fire risk

A fuel delivery pipe in the engine compartment may leak fuel. If fuel leaks near an ignition source, the car can catch fire.

Fix: The dealer will replace any suspect fuel delivery pipe at no cost to you.

Recall 14V576000 · Sep 2014

Wiper switch may short, disabling wipers

Crash risk

The windshield wiper switch can short circuit, which can make the wipers stop working. Without working wipers, the driver can't see clearly in rain or snow, raising the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will replace the wiper switch assembly free of charge.

Recall 13V505000 · Oct 2013
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Camry years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2014 Toyota Camry problems by system

Common questions

Is the 2014 Toyota Camry a reliable year?

It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 455 complaints with NHTSA, the 7th most of 17 Camry model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, acceleration and speed control and engine.

What are the most common 2014 Toyota Camry problems?

Owners most often report problems with the transmission, acceleration and speed control, engine and electrical system. 128 complaints (28%) name the transmission, most often the torque converter.

At what mileage do 2014 Toyota Camry transmission problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 31,000–122,000 miles, with a middle value near 80,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2014 Toyota Camry have?

3. Front suspension arm may separate from ball joint (14V715000); Fuel pipe may leak, causing fire risk (14V576000); Wiper switch may short, disabling wipers (13V505000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2014 Toyota Camry?

Ask for service records covering the transmission, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2024, 2022 and 2023 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.