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2012 Toyota Camry transmission problems

142 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
142
of this car's complaints
24%
typical mileage
80,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Automatic transmission: torque converter
    7
  • Automatic transmission
    6
  • Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Toyota Camry transmission problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2012 Toyota Camry transmission

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Shudder 65Hesitation 48Jerking 13Transmission failure 9Harsh shifting 8Slipping 7

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2012 Toyota Camry owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 18, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · MA

2012 Toyota Camry LE developed severe transmission shudder/vibration during normal driving, especially around 25–35 mph and 45–60 mph. The vehicle also experienced noticeable vibration when shifting into Reverse and Drive. An OBD scan previously detected diagnostic trouble code P2716 related to transmission pressure control. The transmission fluid was serviced, but the shudder continued. While driving on the highway, the check-engine light came on again. The vehicle was subsequently returned to the seller and a $7,500 settlement was reached. I am reporting this to document the mechanical and powertrain problems experienced with this vehicle.

Filed Apr 27, 2026 · Transmission · IL

Recall was completed on 11/25/14 for a shudder when hitting 35 to 50. The recall was a software issue and they show that a torque converter may have been needed at a later date to further correct the issue. Looking for Toyota to follow up with a complete recall vs just the software.

Filed Nov 11, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · AR

Vehicle is shuddering/stalling when trying to accelerate. Currently 150,000

Filed Aug 18, 2025 · Transmission · 90,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure worsened while merging onto a highway and the vehicle vibrated abnormally while accelerating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty. The contact was provided an estimate for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Filed Jun 21, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · NJ

When I either: i) start the car and drive more than 20 ft OR ii) am at a stop light then accelerate..the car begins to jerk backward. Have changed the gasket and the throttle body and this issue still keeps happening. It started around the 90k Mile mark.

Filed Jun 3, 2025 · Transmission · 90,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact research and was made aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Filed Jun 1, 2025 · Transmission · NY

Hi I owned this car I had low miles on it 108404 I registered it start driving when I drive it start shuddering and vibration on car when I reach speet 30-40 I talk with Toyota they told me they had recall in past it was expired on 2021 they can not repair it if I want to repair it I have to pay from my pocket that was not our fault I talk with them no help lot of people had same issue with transmission we buy this car after warranty expired if some one can help us with this issue that will be appreciates thanks you

Filed May 6, 2025 · Transmission · TX

My VIN for my 2012 Toyota camry LE 4cyl was never listed for a recall that my vehicle should have been included on. 2012 Toyota Transmission U760e shuddering issue and ECM issue. By VIN there are no past or present recalls listed, but after extensive research my vehicle does qualify for this fix by the manufacture for faulty transmission parts. My vehicle is equipped with this transmission U760e confirmed by the label in the door jamb. My vehicle has been dealer maintained since I became owner in 2013 and never once did I get a recall letter or be made aware of a recall from the dealerships. The issue is this recall gave a specific timeline on when owners had to bring their car in for this fix and that timeline has passed. I believe im owed this recall fix on my vehicle and need it reviewed because my car shudders going 40-50mph, the Toyota dealership has inspected my car and quoted me for a torque converter replacement $4,500.00 my car only has 127,000 miles. Carfax report is available to show my consistent dealer maintenance and repairs along with the below average miles driven based on the year of my vehicle.

Filed Apr 1, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · CT

Abs light flashes randomly at me when driving and at a stop car shakes aggressively

Filed Mar 21, 2025 · Transmission · 105,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating before slamming into gear. The contact stated that the vehicle was shuddering abnormally. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the Limited-Service Campaign: (LSC) LSCE03. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided contact with the diagnostic trouble code: P2109 that was retrieved when the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

Questions about the 2012 Toyota Camry transmission

Does the 2012 Toyota Camry have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 142 complaints about the transmission of the 2012 Toyota Camry, 24% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2012 Toyota Camry transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2012 Toyota Camry transmission?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Toyota Camry have bad transmission?

The Toyota Camry model years with the most transmission complaints are 2007 (266 complaints), 2018 (202 complaints) and 2012 (142 complaints).

Other 2012 Toyota Camry problems

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