2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (37) · Service Brakes (36) · Visibility (17)
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136 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls 2012-10-10 · campaign 12V491000 · 2,519,424 vehicles
Defect: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat
Risk: If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.
Fix: Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331. General Motors will contact the Pontiac Vibe owners affected by this recall and GM dealers will inspect and repair switches
Service bulletins (258)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine 2026-02-13 · T-SB-0009-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on ni-mh high voltage (hv) batteries. this bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year repair manual while performing a rescue charge. the grx-5100 should be used wherever the repair manual ref
Engine 2026-02-13 · T-SB-0119-15 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
obsolete notice february 13, 2026: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0009-26.
Unknown Or Other 2026-01-07 · T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2026 toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0039-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. if these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof,
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0038-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
to prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. the purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0035-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. if these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfa
Showing the 6 most recent of 258 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-08-29 · Structure:body · 95,000 mi“tl* the contact called on behalf of his mom who owns a 2008 toyota camry hybrid. the contact stated that the dashboard was melting and sticky. the contact mentioned that the failure caused a glare in the driver's face, which made it difficult to drive. toyota walnut creek (2100 n broadway, walnut creek, ca 94596, (925) 357-3700) was contacted and t…”
2019-07-01 · Visibility/Wiper · 89,000 mi“the dashboard pad has deteriorated within the last two years. it is gooey. when i have brought the vehicle in for service at the local dealership and mentioned it, it was not addressed. i called toyota headquarters twice and they said that there was a notification but it has expired. so, they will not honor a request to replace the pad. i neve…”
2019-05-15 · Structure:body“dash headboard is very sticky and when driving in sunny conditions there is a really bad glare.…”
2019-05-14 · Service Brakes · 142,671 mi“on or about mid april 2018 this vehicle was left parked and unattended outside in upstate ny for approximately 2 weeks. the outside temperature at the time was from the mid 20s to the mid 30's with some snow. after 2 weeks, i came back and attempted to drive it from it's parked spot when i discovered the driver's side rear wheel locked up and the v…”
2019-04-29 · Structure:body · 140,000 mi“i'm having a glare on my windshield (when i'm driving and particularly in sunny conditions) from my dashboard that has melted. it's become very shiny and makes it difficult to see when driving. i have tried cleaning it but because of the substance it is not possible to clean it.…”
2019-01-30 · Exterior Lighting · 150 mi“as i was backing up the brakes went soft to the floor and then all of sudden engaged. a few days later my brake light, traction control, and abs light turned on and check vsc system was displayed.…”
2019-01-21 · Service Brakes · 121,700 mi“the first time the "check vsc system" (attachment) came up was about the first week of jan 2019 when i was driving on a city street. since i was on the right hand land i was able to pull over to the side. after i turned off the engine and waited for 1 minute and turn the engine back on, the message "check vsc system" disappear from the dashboard.…”
2018-12-04 · Service Brakes“tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota camry hybrid. when the brake pedal was applied, the vehicle failed to respond and a chime sound was heard. also, the abs, vehicle stability control, and maintenance required warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then towed to peterson toyota (9101 w fairview ave, bois…”
2018-11-13 · Service Brakes · 155,000 mi“my abs brake actuator failed while driving causing the brakes to stop functioning properly. i was forced to slam my brakes for the car to stop. luckily i was in a parking lot going about 5 mph. otherwise, i could have died or killed someone. there was no notice beforehand of the problem. i spoke to toyota customer care and they claim their was an e…”
2018-09-01 · Unknown Or Other · 90,000 mi“dashboard shiny and sticky causing reflection from sun to impair vision. toyota says recall issued prior to experiencing problem "expired" january 2018 and is no longer applicable for previous recall we received when issued. toyota wants $2700 for the dashboard not including labor.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.