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2007 Toyota Camry Solara: problems, recalls and reliability

2 recalls and 126 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is exterior lighting (21% of complaints).

Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 2016

2
recalls
126
owner complaints
1
fire reports
64,500
typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

One of the most complained-about Camry Solara years (#2 of 9, age-adjusted)Weak spot: exterior lighting (21%)1 fire report

Common problems

Computed from 126 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Exterior Lighting (headlights, taillights)21% · 24 complaints
Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)21% · 24 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)10% · 12 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)8% · 9 complaints
Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)8% · 9 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)6% · 7 complaints
Twice: once in August and most importantly 09/07/2024 was slowing down to stop at a dry cleaners when the car reved up and accelerated forward. I continued to apply brakes all the way to the floor and couldn't get it to stop, so ran into the businesses's van. USAA paidfor repairs to both, but due to fears for my safety and life and those of others, I have not driven it since. I have had it towed for repairs and to be checked by an engineer sent by Toyota.and have had to rent or borrow or pay for rides up until now. The USAA sebt engineer came to check the car but decide the car was fine and Toyota would not offer help with replacementOwner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Sep 2024
The contact's husband owns a 2007 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that her daughter noticed cracks on the dashboard nearby the glove box above the passenger's side air bag housing. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.Owner report · Structure · Apr 2022
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact noticed that the dashboard was melting. The contact mentioned that the reflection from the front windshield was causing a visibility issue. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 31,000.Owner report · Structure · Dec 2021
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The airbag warning light comes on at times constantly and occasionally intermittently. The connection under both front seats has been checked and found secured.Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 2021
This past summer (2020) the dash of my 2007 toyota camry got very sticky and made a reflection on my windshield making visibility impaired which is a huge hazard. You cannot see through the windshield. I researched it today and found out toyota extended its warranty for this problem, but it expired in 2017. My problem didn't start until 2020. I want the national traffic highway safety administration to investigate this and require toyota to do a recall for this problem.Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Jun 2020
Was t-boned on my driver's side door at 40mph and no airbag deployed.. Not even the side curtain airbag and the whole driver's side window shattered. Was turning left at a light when I was tboned.Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 2020
2007 toyota solara. Consumer writes in regard to defective dashboard and expired dashboard warranty replace coverage. *as *jsOwner report · Structure · Oct 2019
Dash pad is sticky and shiny and lights from cars, and street lights reflect off of it into the driver's eyes. It occurs from oncoming vehicles when on narrow roads and lights from stores and street lights in commercial areasOwner report · Visibility/Wiper · Sep 2018
My 2007 toyota solora cuts off as I'm driving! I just purchased this car found out it has a few recalls ! I'm scared , this is very dangerous! What's wrong with my car?Owner report · Air Bags · May 2018
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota camry solara. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the headlights failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (wills toyota located at 318 shoshone st w, twin falls, id 83301) where it was informed that the headlights needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 128,000.Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2018

When filing, owners marked a crash in 13 of these complaints and injuries in 5 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 2 campaigns

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER16V396000 · Jun 2016

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW06V488000 · Dec 2006

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CURTAIN SIDE AIR BAGS (CSA), THE CSA TETHER STRAP LOCATED IN THE FRONT PILLARS MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY ROUTED DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH CSA FRONT TETHER STRAPS, AND IF NECESSARY, REROUTE THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 21, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 2007 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Engines2.4L · 3.3L
Cylinders4 · 6
FuelGasoline
Drive type4x2
Body stylesConvertible/Cabriolet · Coupe

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Toyota Camry Solara reliable?

NHTSA has 126 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 Toyota Camry Solara. The most complained-about area is exterior lighting (21% of complaints).

At what mileage do 2007 Toyota Camry Solara problems usually appear?

Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 64,500 miles or less.

Does the 2007 Toyota Camry Solara have open recalls?

2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.