Model year guide

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid — representative photo
Representative photo

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints8
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined46–52 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid recalls 1

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #23V865000 · manufacturer #23TA15, 23LA03 · 20/12/2023

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 deployi…

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may con…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 14 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 9.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2021 Toyota CAMRY HYBRID 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined46–52 mpg
City48 mpg
Highway50 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,375
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume100 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,125 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$6,875
Fuel only$6,875
Per mile$0.09

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
192.5 in
Width
72.0 in
Height
58.3 in
Wheelbase
111.4 in
Curb weight
3,472–3,549 lb
Front track
61.8 in
Rear track
62.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

Pedestrian alert sounds Closed

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that…

NHTSA #DP22005 · Electrical System · opened Jan 2023 · closed Aug 2023

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 129

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 129.

Under certain conditions, debris can accumulate inside the fuel cap causing potential fuel vapor leaks that can cause increased evaporative emissions to exceed the regulated limits. This issue will not trigger the M.I.L. (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)

Bulletin 26TF01 · Fuel/propulsion System · Sep 2026

This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV) Ni-MH and Li-ion batteries.

Bulletin T-SB-0051-26 · Engine · Aug 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE August 20, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0051-26.

Bulletin T-SB-0110-20 Rev2 · Engine · Aug 2026

Under certain conditions, debris can accumulate inside the fuel cap causing potential fuel vapor leaks that can cause increased evaporative emissions to exceed the regulated limits. This issue will not trigger the M.I.L. (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)

Bulletin 26TF01 · Fuel/propulsion System · Aug 2026

TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMISSION NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL 26TF01 Certain 2018 – 2024 Model Year Camry HV and 2019-2022 Avalon HV Fuel Cap Negative Pressure Valve & Fuel Filler Dust Intrusion

Bulletin 26TF01 · Fuel/propulsion System · Aug 2026

Although the flow shut-off valve is covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 36 months or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers’ ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for repairs related to Flow Sh…

Bulletin 24TE04 · Engine · Aug 2026

Some 2018 – 2024 model year Camry and 2018 – 2026 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles may exhibit the weatherstrip on the panoramic roof center glass peeling on the edges of the glass.

Bulletin T-SB-0097-23 Rev1 · Structure · Apr 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.

Bulletin T-SB-0104-21 Rev2 · Engine · Feb 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.

Bulletin T-SB-0106-22 Rev2 · Electrical System · Jan 2026

Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software.

Bulletin T-SB-0001-26 · Electrical System · Jan 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CAMRY HYBRID FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Airbag

Issue: On certain vehicles, a sensor for the occupant classification system (OCS) may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the sensor could short circuit and cause the airbag system to turn off the passenger-front airbag even when a passenger is seated. Note: This problem would cause a warning message to display on the instrument panel and the airbag indicator ligh…

Transport Canada #2023684 · Dec 2023

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Toyota Camry Hybrid

The Toyota Camry is an automobile sold internationally by the Japanese auto manufacturer Toyota since 1982, spanning multiple generations. Originally compact in size (narrow-body), the Camry has grown since the 1990s to fit the mid-size classification (wide-body)—although the two widths co-existed in that decade. Since the release of the wide-bodied versions, Camry has been extolled by Toyota as the firm's second "world car" after the Corolla. As of 2022, the Camry is positioned above the Corolla and below the Avalon or Crown in several markets.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid vehicles on record

Other Toyota Camry Hybrid model years

2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid?

Across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags.

What is the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid get?

The 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid has U.S. EPA estimates of 46–52 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.