The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, there was a knocking sound coming from the steering column. The contact stated that while driving downhill on several occasions, the steering column and dashboard vibrated abnormally. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
The worst 2013 Toyota Camry problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Transmission67
- Airbags36
- Acceleration35
- Engine30
- Electrical29
- Body26
- Steering26
- Brakes20
- Fuel system12
- Seat belts10
- Visibility10
- Driver assistance6
- Suspension6
- Lights4
- Seats4
- Wheels4
- Tires2
- Locks1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2013 Toyota Camry
Hesitation 26Shudder 26No deployment 12Stalling 11Sunroof shattered 10Check engine light 8Door locks 7Sudden acceleration 7ABS 6Adaptive cruise 5Airbag light 5Engine failure 5Jerking 5Seat belt 5Pulling 5
Recalls 2
Equipment: appliance: air conditioner
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Avalon, Avalon HV, Venza, Camry, and Camry HV vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the drain hose for the air conditioning condenser may become clogged causing water to accumulate at the bottom of the air conditioning condenser unit housing. The accumulated water may then leak through a seam in the housing onto the air bag control module potentially resulting in a short circuit of the module.
- Risk
- A short circuit may cause the air bags to become disabled or inadvertently deploy. An inadvertent airbag deployment can increase the risk of injury or the possibility of a crash. An inoperative airbag can increase the risk of injury in a severe crash. The power steering assist could also become inoperable resulting in increased steering effort and can increase the risk of a crash at low speeds.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will seal the air conditioning condenser unit housing and install a protective cover on the airbag control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 13V442000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring
- What is 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 and Washing Systems."
- Risk
- A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 13V505000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 Toyota Camry 544
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Condition in which a musty odor is present
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical...
- To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used...
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad...
- Condition in which a musty odor is present
- This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for...
- Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
2013 Toyota Camry fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4‑cyl Hybrid | FWD | 40-42 | 37-38 | 39-40 |
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 25 | 34 | 28 |
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 25 |
What 2013 Toyota Camry owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the dealer had replaced the battery four times within 8 years, and the water pump and the alternator had been replaced within 18 months. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered, hesitated, and failed to respond as needed, and lost automotive power while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact related the failure to the Toyota Warranty Enhancement Program Number: ZE5. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under warranty because the program had expired. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.
Replaced tranny
Having issues with the ac condenser drain hose. And Transmission shuddering during acceleration.
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the passenger side front tire detached from the vehicle. The contact stated that there was no warning or indication of a problem. The contact stated that the vehicle dropped onto the roadway on the passenger side. The contact stated that the tire had rolled away in front of the vehicle. The contact stated that there were scrapes and deformation to the bumper on the passenger side, also the wheel well, tire hub, and the passenger door were damaged due to contact with the road. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic determined that all but one lug nut had sheared off the bolts. The only lug nut left was jammed in the rim of the tire. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 210,000.
Shifting shudder
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission shuddered, with the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact became aware that the transmission was slipping. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 187,000.
Factory paint is peeling off. It is a known issue and Toyota won't do anything for me.
I attempted to open my car door and the door handle simply snapped off in my hand. This is the second time this has occurred. The first time, my driver's door handle snapped off when a technician at my Goodyear repair shop tried to open it. Now, the exact same thing happened to my passenger driver's side door when I went to open it. Upon closer inspection, it seems that the manufacturing is defective, as the handle seems to have been simply glued on in spots rather than more securely attached. Bear in mind that this car is barely driven more than twice a week; it barely has any wear and tear and is under 80,000 miles despite 12 years of use.
I have a vehicle in which a safety recall was issued for models In that body type and year range. The recall was issued in response to a software glitch that causes a shudder when acceleration. I called my local dealer and was told I do not qualify for a recall even though I have the exact same symptoms listed in the recall. I have spent over 3k trying to resolve this issue and have tried to reach out to corporate with no luck. My car is getting more unstable and nearly lost control due to the shudders. What can I do?
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Questions about the 2013 Toyota Camry
Is the 2013 Toyota Camry reliable?
Owners have filed 274 complaints about the 2013 Toyota Camry, fewer than a typical Camry model year.
What is the 2013 Toyota Camry year score?
The 2013 Toyota Camry scores 84 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Toyota Camry: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Toyota Camry?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 67 complaints, typically around 57,000 miles. Next is airbags (36).
How many recalls does the 2013 Toyota Camry have?
2 recalls, covering equipment and visibility.
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).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Toyota Camry get?
Official estimates for the 2013 Toyota Camry range from 25 to 40 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, FWD) gets 40-42 city and 37-38 highway.
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