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2018 Toyota Camry: won't start

5 of the 757 complaints about the 2018 Toyota Camry describe won't start.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
1%
recalls
1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 46 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Won't start by model year

  • 2020
    12
  • 2019
    4
  • 2018
    5
  • 2017
    3
  • 2016
    1
  • 2015
    2
  • 2014
    3
  • 2013
    2
  • 2012
    3
  • 2011
    1
  • 2010
    2
  • 2009
    9
  • 2008
    2
  • 2007
    8
  • 2006
    1
  • 2005
    4
  • 2004
    1
  • 2003
    3
  • 2002
    5
  • 2001
    2
  • 2000
    1
  • 1999
    4
  • 1998
    3
  • 1997
    3
  • 1996
    4
  • 1995
    2
  • 1994
    1
  • 1992
    2
  • 1990
    1

What owners say

Filed Oct 22, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · SC

This vehicle is experiencing the same problems since 2022 despite multiple attempts to have the vehicle repaired. The fuel pump was part of the recall and it was replaced in 2020. When these problems started in 2022, I was told they need the codes to figure out what’s going on but yet they still couldn’t give me an answer. There was only one code that they addressed which was to replace an engine coil but the car continues breaking down. This most recent time, I fueled the vehicle and it would not start when I was finished. This had happened at least 3 times, all after fueling the vehicle. The car will also shut down while driving, and it is extremely dangerous when power steering fails and there is no acceleration even with the pedal pushed down all the way to the floor in the middle of traffic. I am terrified that I will not only hurt myself but others when this failure causes an accident. One time, the vehicle broke down on a major highway during rush hour, but I was able to get to safety. Other times I had to call a tow because the car was inoperable. The dash lights up with “check engine” and “ics malfunction visit your dealer” each time. I have called corporate and made 15+ trips to get the vehicle diagnosed/fixed but still do not have any answers.

Filed Mar 30, 2025 · Brakes · CA

The vehicle will not start and is showing a warning message , " Low Braking Power Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual".

Filed Feb 20, 2025 · Electrical, Fuel system · DC

The car first stalled ,then the it shut off ,and the car did not start. The car has almost half tank of gas. So I was doing My research on line. And saw 3 recalls and one of them was the fuel pump system for my 2018 camry LE.

Filed Jul 15, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 39,000 miles · MI

My car will randomly stall after driving several hours on the freeway and sometimes will not start up. I am concerned that it will stall while driving on the freeway leading to a crash. My car is not involved under toyota's fuel pump recall but I have verified that my fuel pressure goes to near 0 psi when the condition happens (former toyota technician) and the symptoms are exactly the same as outlined in the recall. I have contacted two toyota technicians from my local dealer and said they would not be able to duplicate it due to having to drive so long and as a result they would not be able to provide a fix for me. I would be tempted to purchase a new fuel pump, however if toyota doesn't know about this issue on my car, the part will not be updated and will likely to have the same result.

Filed Dec 26, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · VA

Master control light on, not idling, wont start immediately after pumping gas, cuts of randomly when I stop and malfunction warning light for power steering

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engineReported March 28, 2018 · 1,730 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine. The pistons on these vehicles may be larger than specified, possibly causing the engine to stall.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production date codes of the pistons and, if an engine contains a piston from the affected production period, the engine assembly will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑888‑270‑9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J1M/J0M.

Recall number 18V200000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2018 Toyota Camry won't start

Is won't start a common problem on the 2018 Toyota Camry?

5 of 757 owner complaints about the 2018 Toyota Camry (1%) mention won't start. The model year with the most reports is 2020.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2018 Toyota Camry?

There is 1 recall and 46 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2018 Toyota Camry

Jerking 82Stalling 65Check engine light 58Hesitation 54Fuel pump 44Transmission failure 43Loss of power 27Harsh shifting 21Collision warning 20Slipping 18Adaptive cruise 17Whining noise 17Brake failure 14Won't shift 14No deployment 13Knocking 13Sudden acceleration 11Wipers 11Grinding brakes 9Lane assist 9Airbag light 8Engine failure 8Power steering loss 8Spongy pedal 8Headlights 7Misfire 7Overheating 6Tire blowout 6Warning lights 6ABS 5Fire or smoke 5

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