2019 Toyota Camry — specs, common codes & maintenance
The Camry is among the most numerous sedans on the road in North America, which makes its fault patterns unusually well documented. The eighth generation moved to the TNGA-K platform and introduced a new engine family, so diagnostic advice written for earlier cars often does not transfer.
Engines and trims
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|
| LE | A25A-FKS | FWD |
| SE | A25A-FKS | FWD |
Safety recalls (6)
Recalls are repaired free of charge by a franchised dealer regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Check the campaign number against the vehicle’s VIN before assuming the work was already done.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
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
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 G…
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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…
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Camry vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may have been improperly calibrated, which may prevent the proper deployment of the front passenger air bag and knee air bag, in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Mo…
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selectio…
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number…
Known issues
Carbon accumulation on intake valves at high mileage
Direct injection sprays fuel past the intake valves rather than over them, so deposits build up where fuel would otherwise wash them clean. The dual-injection design on this engine reduces the problem considerably compared with direct-only engines, but it does not eliminate it beyond roughly 150,000 km.
Oil consumption complaints on thin-viscosity fill
The factory 0W-16 fill is thinner than owners of older Toyotas expect, and a small number of engines consume noticeably more oil on it than on a heavier grade. Checking the level between services matters more on this engine than on its predecessor.
Specifications and procedures
Other model years
Last verified 2026-07-27 · Sources: 2018 Camry Repair Manual, engine and emission control section (Toyota Motor Corporation); NHTSA Safety Issues and Recalls Database (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)