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    Toyota Camry

    EPA MPG: 22 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 4 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    We expect the 2025 Camry will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from the 2025 model.

    The 2000 Toyota Camry has been recalled 4 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2000 Toyota Camry owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

    What Owners Say

    Door handle

    "both driver and passenger side snapped off"

    Anonymous, (2000 Toyota Camry 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
    Seat controls - power

    "Unresolved too expensive, over $2000 to fix or replace motor to adjust seat forward."

    Anonymous, IN (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    "Intermittent failure of seat ability to move forward or backwards."

    Anonymous A., TX (2000 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

    "Drivers seat did not go back. Resolved problem by moving the seat back on runners."

    Anonymous, TX (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
    Windows

    "Window motor on drivers front side did not roll window up. Cost $ 90 to replace it. Did the job myself."

    Anonymous, TX (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    "driver window regulator broke,"

    Anonymous, CT (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Catalytic converter

    "Several years ago our mechanic told us that our catalytic converter needed replacing because it wouldn't pass emissions. However, since we drive it less than 5,000 miles a year, it is exempt from emissions in our state."

    Anonymous, PA (2000 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)
    Exhaust manifold

    "Manifold bolts rusted"

    Anonymous, PA (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
    Other/unsure

    "Radiator cracked. Car over heated & stopped running."

    Anonymous, CA (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    "Tire failure. This, of course, was not an original tire, but it was a pain because the car is so old that finding appropriate replacement tires in stock, even at a dealer, is difficult."

    Anonymous, GA (2000 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

    "Sometimes it takes several tries for it to start. Replaced the battery and it didn't resolve the problem."

    Anonymous A., (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    What Owners Say

    Emission control devices (includes EGR)

    "Check engine light turned on. Replaced various devices to finally get problem cleared."

    Anonymous, WA (2000 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

    "EGR servo very very hard to replace"

    Anonymous, (2000 Toyota Camry 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
    Fuel gauge/sender

    "Rusted"

    Anonymous, PA (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
    Sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor)

    "I wouldn't've passed California's smog check without fixing it. Turned out there were TWO O2 sensors, both deeply buried. I'm glad I have a good rapport with my mechanic. He didn't charge an outrageous amount, mostly just fair prices for parts and labor."

    Anonymous, CA (2000 Toyota Camry Unsure)

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Oil leaks

    "head gasket replacement is causing oil leaks and is to costly to replace"

    Anonymous, OR (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    "I paid thousands to fit the leaking and stops for a time but came back later."

    Anonymous A., PR (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    "Our mechanic indicated that we needed valve cover gaskets to pass safety inspection because old was leaking on the manifold which could cause a fire."

    Anonymous, PA (2000 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    12V battery

    "Have had to replace battery 3 times in 2.5 years. Had alternator replaced. Made sure to start it regularly (not used daily). 3rd battery died anyway. Maybe electrical system needs audit to see whats draining it. No $$ to cover this so its just parked."

    Anonymous, CA (2000 Toyota Camry CE 3.0-L V6)
    Exterior lights (other than headlights)

    "backup lights not working - I changed both bulbs and the lights are still not working"

    Anonymous, MD (2000 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

    "The dash indicator light is on but all lights seem to be on. Possible sensor issue? Maybe some interior light thats causing a drain that keeps killing my battery?"

    Anonymous, CA (2000 Toyota Camry CE 3.0-L V6)

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    What Owners Say

    Head gasket

    "failing causing oil leaks"

    Anonymous, OR (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)
    Timing belt or chain

    "engine was due for a timing belt replacement (normal increment) it is normal to replace the water pump at the same time"

    Anonymous, CT (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    Suspension/Steering

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    What Owners Say

    Bushings

    "Bushing in rear suspension was worn out."

    Anonymous, WA (2000 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)
    Other steering/suspension problem

    "The rear sub frame was severely rusted and was replaced"

    Anonymous A., IA (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    What Owners Say

    Overheating

    "Had coolant leak, used Bars No Leak to stop leak. Clogged system, causing radiator to break. Installed 2 more radiators, but I forgot to put the cap back on the filler tube, causing overheating and now engine noises and radiator malfunction again, all caused by Bar No leak, I can't get it to flush out from system."

    Anonymous, (2000 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Transmission leaks

    "Various oil and transmission leaks discovered by Firestone Auto Repair. Estimate to repair too expensive. Consulted a transmission repair specialist and replaced transmission for $620.00"

    Anonymous A., FL (2000 Toyota Camry CE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    Noises/Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other noises & leaks problem

    "Rear rocker panel suspension is rusting and "squeaks"; replaced by self to stop squeaking."

    Anonymous, AB (2000 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

    Paint/Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    What Owners Say

    Loose interior trim or moldings

    "The interior trim around both front seat door handles has expanded and no longer fits properly."

    Anonymous, IN (2000 Toyota Camry LE 2.2-L 4 Cyl)

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    2000 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability

    No Data Available

    Toyota vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability

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    Overall Reliability Verdict

    POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
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    Engine Major
    Engine Minor
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    Transmission Major
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    Drive System
    Fuel System/Emissions
    Exhaust
    Suspension/Steering
    Brakes
    Climate System
    Build Quality
    Electrical Accessories
    Body Hardware
    Paint/Trim
    Noises/Leaks
    In-car Electronics
    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING
    May 11, 2009
    DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
    Summary:
    DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
    What should you do:
    DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
    For more information:
    THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES PRODUCED BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER.IN ORDER TO DETERMINE IF YOUR AFTERMARKET LAMP ASSEMBLY IS AFFECTED BY THIS NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE REVIEW THE LIST OF MODEL NUMBERS PROVIDED TO US BY DOPE, INC.THE LIST CAN BE FOUND UNDER "DOCUMENT SEARCH" LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR SCREEN. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09E025000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 42540
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING
    Mar 23, 2006
    WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
    Summary:
    CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
    What should you do:
    PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
    For more information:
    THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO PRO-A MOTORS AFTERMARKET LAMPS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE LAMP MODEL NUMBERS, CLICK ON DOCUMENT SEARCH AND VIEW DOCUMENT TITLED "LAMP MODEL NUMBERS."CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 06E026000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 61944
    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
    Jan 16, 2001
    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.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    For more information:
    TOYOTA RECALL NO. 10A.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 01V012000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 53061
    SUSPENSION
    Jun 05, 2000
    AFTER EXTENDED USE OF THE VEHICLE, THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS COULD FAIL OR BREAK.
    Summary:
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT, THE REAR AXLE MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE STRENGTH IN SOME AREAS.
    What should you do:
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE REAR AXLE HUB ASSEMBLIES.
    For more information:
    OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 30, 2000.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.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 00V154000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 541
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