2008 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2008 Toyota Camry has 15 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are 2GR-FE VVT-i Oil-Hose Limited Service Campaign 90K, Certain 2007-2009 Power Window Master Switch Recalls - 12V491/15V689 ($0-$0 repair) and 2AZ-FE Excessive Oil Consumption (T-SB-0158-14 / T-SB-0030-15). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid and Lexus ES300h and 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.5L 4-Cylinder engines. Porosity in the engine castings may result in cracks than can allow coolant to leak internally and/or externally.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2008 Toyota Camry has 15 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2GR-FE VVT-i Oil-Hose Limited Service Campaign 90K, Certain 2007-2009 Power Window Master Switch Recalls - 12V491/15V689, 2AZ-FE Excessive Oil Consumption (T-SB-0158-14 / T-SB-0030-15). Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2008 Toyota Camry has 15 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: 2GR-FE VVT-i Oil-Hose Limited Service Campaign 90K and Certain 2007-2009 Power Window Master Switch Recalls - 12V491/15V689 and 2AZ-FE Excessive Oil Consumption (T-SB-0158-14 / T-SB-0030-15). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Toyota Camry issues range from $0 to $0, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
Toyota Limited Service Campaign 90K covered certain, not all, 2007-2010 Camrys with the 2GR-FE V6. Toyota said the rubber portion of the VVT-i actuator oil-supply hose could degrade over time and leak, potentially producing abnormal engine noise or an oil-pressure warning. The ca… Severity: high.
Two safety recalls cover different VIN/production populations of certain Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. Recall 12V491 covers certain 2007-2009 vehicles whose driver Power Window Master Switch may feel notchy or sticky; applying commercially available cleaning lubricant can caus… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Camry vehicles. The vane cap inside the vacuum pump may break, causing the pump to fail, which could result in a sudden loss of braking assist.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
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Toyota's inspection and repair bulletins cover certain 2007-2009 non-hybrid Camrys with the 2AZ-FE engine that may exhibit excessive engine-oil consumption. The 2010-2011 Camry scope in Toyota's documents is for the Camry Hybrid's 2AZ-FXE, not the gas 2AZ-FE record here. Toyota's… Severity: high.
An owner repair discussion documents rear clunking and a loose or fishtailing feel during multi-component troubleshooting. That outcome does not prove one common failed strut mount, bushing, link, arm, or damper across all cars. Similar sounds can come from cargo or spare-tire ha… Severity: medium.
Owner discussions document drain-plug leaks or damaged threads after oil service on individual Camrys. This is a service-related condition, not evidence of a sixteen-year model defect. A leak at the plug can involve a missing or reused gasket, plug damage, dirt, sealing-face dama… Severity: medium.
Toyota T-SB-0192-12 addresses an intermittent P0335 on specified 2007-2009 Camry 2AZ-FE and 2007-2011 Camry Hybrid 2AZ applications. The bulletin applies only when freeze-frame data shows the engine at approximately 185°F or above and near idle below 1,000 rpm; otherwise Toyota d… Severity: medium.
Toyota's historical Warranty Enhancement ZTT addressed certain 2007-2011 Camry and Camry Hybrid sun-visor assemblies and brackets, and T-SB-0093-09 provides the model-specific removal/installation method. A visor that drops or will not remain stored can obstruct the driver's view… Severity: medium.
Owner and how-to discussions describe throttle-body cleaning during troubleshooting of idle or starting concerns. They do not establish faster-than-normal deposit buildup or prove that deposits cause every rough or high idle, stall, hesitation, or pedal-to-start event. Battery vo… Severity: medium.
A coolant mark near the 2GR-FE water pump does not by itself establish pump failure. Toyota T-SB-0103-20 Rev1 applies to Camry beginning with model year 2008 and explains that normal mechanical-seal operation or temporary debris can leave dry residue. Replacement is supported by… Severity: medium.
Toyota T-SB-0001-10 Rev1 covers specified 2007-2009 Camry VDS BK46K and 2010 VDS BK3EK applications. P0138/P0158 may result from incorrect air-fuel-sensor response, and P0606 may also be present due to incorrect downstream O2-sensor operation. Toyota distinguishes these paths usi… Severity: medium.
Camry owner discussions document headliner fabric detaching on individual vehicles. Loose fabric can reflect degraded backing or adhesive, moisture intrusion, board damage, prior trim removal, or hardware around lamps, handles, and a sunroof. The reports do not establish that all… Severity: low.
Toyota Customer Support Program ZKG covers certain 2008-2017 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles originally factory-painted Blizzard Pearl 070 or Super White 040. Toyota describes sunlight over time degrading adhesion between the factory primer coat and base-metal electrodeposition l… Severity: low.
Toyota T-SB-0039-15 documents some 2007-2011 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles, within specified VIN ranges, whose instrument-panel pad can become sticky, shiny, degraded or cracked after heat, humidity and light exposure. Aftermarket dashboard dressings can also create a shiny app… Severity: low.
Toyota T-SB-0080-19 Rev1 documents an environmental condition in particular geographic areas where an insect nest may obstruct the HVAC evaporator drain hose on some 2007-2022 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. Reduced condensate drainage can contribute to water backing up at the H… Severity: low.
Toyota T-SB-0010-20 covers 2007-2017 Camry and Camry Hybrid HVAC odors naturally occurring from the system or related environmental factors. Outside/interior odors can accumulate on the evaporator and be released as its temperature changes; air fresheners, animals, dirt or trash… Severity: low.
