2021 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID has 4 complaints and 2 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report delays in obtaining parts required for a recall repair related to the air bag system. The issue involves the manufacturer exceeding a reasonable amount of time to complete the recall repair. None of the complaints involve an actual failure of the vehicle systems.
Common Issues
- Recall parts unavailable. Owners report receiving recall notifications but cannot get repairs done because necessary parts are not available at dealerships.
- Recall repair delays. Complaints mention that the manufacturer has exceeded a reasonable amount of time to supply parts needed for recall repair.
- Lack of manufacturer awareness. Some owners state that Toyota has not been made aware of their delays in receiving recall parts.
- No reported failures. Despite recall notifications, owners have not experienced functional failures related to reported recall issues.
There are two recalls for the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid affecting safety systems. Both recall campaigns relate to the Occupant Classification System sensor impacting air bag deployment. Repairs involve inspection and replacement of sensors to ensure proper air bag function.
Recalls
- Air bags sensor defect. NHTSA recall 23V865000 affects 999,901 vehicles including the 2021 Camry Hybrid. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System sensor preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying. The increased risk of injury is due to air bag non-deployment during crashes. Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. This recall is phased with multiple phases planned through 2026. Parts are currently unavailable causing repair delays.
Owners dealing with repeated delays in recall repairs or unresolved safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney can help determine next steps for vehicles with ongoing issues or safety concerns.
2021 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID Summary
2021
Model Year
4
Total Complaints
1
Total Recalls
999901
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID
999901 vehicles affected
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.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Complaints
2021 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID
ID: 2097788AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2021 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID
ID: 2089259AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2021 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID
ID: 2089080AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2021 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID
ID: 2081068AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact was notified of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.