2014 Toyota Camry: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Toyota Camry: 3 recalls, 455 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #13V505000 · 2013 · 9,795 vehicles
What's wrong: Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing north america, Inc. (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 camry and camry hv, model year 2013 avalon and avalon hv and model year 2014 corolla vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper switch assembly May short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, no. 104, "windshield wiping…
Why it matters: A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2013.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #14V576000 · 2014 · 15,872 vehicles
What's wrong: Fuel May leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014.
Suspension Vehicle recall #14V715000 · 2014 · 5,650 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm May have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm May not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.
Why it matters: Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm May separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2014.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 41 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (128): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (52), warning light on (22), noise or vibration (19).
- Other / unknown (71): the most common themes are noise or vibration (6).
- Speed control / throttle (64): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (9).
- Engine (57): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (9), warning light on (8).
The 2014 Toyota Camry has 455 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 35 Camry model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 511). Complaints peaked in 2015 (62 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 37,060 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (274 complaints, 2 recalls), 2015 (271 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 28 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 25 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Toyota Camry have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Toyota Camry. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2014 Toyota Camry problems?
Owners have filed 455 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (128), other / unknown (71), speed control / throttle (64).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Camry get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Toyota Camry repair manual?
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