Does the 2001 Toyota Camry have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Toyota Camry, the most recent reported on March 5, 2001 (Structure: frame and members). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota Camry?

Owners have filed 272 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (47 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (46).

How many 2001 Toyota Camry complaints mention a crash or fire?

70 of 272 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 58 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 Toyota Camry recalls and problems

2 recalls and 272 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota Camry.

recalls

272

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.

2001 Toyota Camry recalls

Structure: frame and members

NHTSA campaign 01V072000 · reported March 5, 2001 · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 545 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front sub frame assembly has not been adequately welded.
The risk: This condition could cause failure of the assembly following long-term usage, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front sub frame, if necessary. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Vehicle speed control

NHTSA campaign 01V012000 · reported January 16, 2001 · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 53,061 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with cruise control and v6 engines, and built at one of two lines at the kentucky plant. The accelerator cable housing could be deformed at the cruise control actuator-to-throttle body connection. The accelerator inner-cable could wear away and eventually break.
The risk: This could allow the throttle to return to idle or remain in its most recent position regardless of accelerator pedal operation, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. Owner notification began february 23, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Most reported problems

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

Engine and engine cooling47
Vehicle speed control46
Air bags38
Tires23
Suspension22
Electrical system20
Service brakes, hydraulic17
Power train15
Engine13
Steering13

What owners report

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

Jul 13, 2025 · Vehicle speed control
I do not feel engine braking effect when I apply brake instead I have to press brake hard to hold until engine idles. It is a serious issue in older cars. My car has 153000 miles.

Aug 27, 2024 · Engine · crash reported
Problem: Unintended Acceleration, air conditioner operating. Incident Scenario: Approaching driveway, stopped to allow pedestrian to pass. Resumed low speed turn into driveway, Abrupt acceleration of vehicle, launching vehicle over granite curb and into nearby tree. Damage: Passenger R.Front Fender, Passenger Headlamp…

Apr 3, 2024 · Power train
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, she heard an abnormal sound emanating from the engine compartment, after which the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The…

Jan 31, 2024 · Air bags
Air bag light is on and won’t go off. Toyota service department said the sensor was discontinued no longer available to make the repair.

Nov 11, 2023 · Steering
After an alignment my steering wheel is not straight. If held straight, the car goes off the road to the right. Took it back, now it goes off to the left. Sitting still the steering wheel will turn 360 degrees around and hangs in spots when turning it back.

Camry model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	2	454	106	28
2001	2	272	70	11
2002	4	953	252	20
2003	1	782	229	10
2004	3	638	199	11

Across all years, the 2007 Camry has the most complaints (2,888). All Toyota Camry years →

Questions

Does the 2001 Toyota Camry have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Toyota Camry, the most recent reported on March 5, 2001 (Structure: frame and members). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota Camry?: Owners have filed 272 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (47 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (46).
How many 2001 Toyota Camry complaints mention a crash or fire?: 70 of 272 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 58 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 13, 2025.