Does the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara, the most recent reported on June 2, 2016 (Seats: front assembly, seat heater/cooler). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara?

Owners have filed 83 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (26 complaints), followed by unknown or other (12).

How many 2008 Toyota Camry Solara complaints mention a crash or fire?

9 of 83 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2008 Toyota Camry Solara recalls and problems

2 recalls and 83 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2008 Toyota Camry Solara recalls

Seats: front assembly, seat heater/cooler

NHTSA campaign 16V396000 · reported June 2, 2016 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC · 7,749 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
The risk: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 10V035000 · reported February 3, 2010 · GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC. · 271,417 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Gulf states toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold between september 1, 2005 and june 2, 2008 without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.
The risk: This does not meet the standard requirements.
The fix: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact gulf states toyota at 713-580-3300.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Structure26
Unknown or other12
Vehicle speed control11
Exterior lighting8
Visibility/wiper7
Electrical system5
Engine and engine cooling4
Power train4
Steering4
Visibility4

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 17, 2025 · Unknown or other
The dashboard hasbeen cracking for some time. I have use leather oils & other products to reduce. has slowly worsened

Aug 26, 2025 · Unknown or other
I was recently informed about a previous recall on a dashboard issue I've been dealing with for years. I have a sticky cracking dashboard that imitates a smell in warm to hot temperatures. I have own this vehicle since 2014 and lived at the same address since 2006. Never have I been made aware of the recalls on this…

Aug 20, 2025 · Structure · 75,731 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Solara. The contact stated that upon inspection, the interior dashboard was sticky and had started to deteriorate. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, and the failure was linked to an undisclosed recall; however, the recall repair had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The…

Nov 6, 2023 · Structure · 150,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that the dashboard was melting. Additionally, the dashboard was sticky and cracking. The contact was unable to clean or wipe the dashboard. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the contact was informed…

Jun 9, 2022 · Unknown or other
TOYOTA has known about this problem for years. They also had knowledge regarding a recall and an extended warranty. Unfortunately, I was not made aware of their extended warranty until it was too late. This vehicle has the melting dash problem which has gotten to a "dangerous" level. The glare on the windshield makes…

Camry Solara model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2005	1	92	22	1
2006	2	116	21	5
2007	2	126	13	1
2008	2	83	9	2
2009	0	1	0	0

Across all years, the 2004 Camry Solara has the most complaints (161). All Toyota Camry Solara years →

Questions

Does the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara, the most recent reported on June 2, 2016 (Seats: front assembly, seat heater/cooler). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara?: Owners have filed 83 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (26 complaints), followed by unknown or other (12).
How many 2008 Toyota Camry Solara complaints mention a crash or fire?: 9 of 83 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 17, 2025.