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Toyota Camry XV40

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Toyota Camry XV40 is available with 2 engine variants — from 163 to 295 hp.

2.4L · Petrol· 158 PS
2007 2011

2.4-litre four-cylinder with VVT-i and an aluminium block. Same porous cylinder head issue as the 1AZ-FE on early build years (elevated oil consumption). Toyota extended the warranty. Later versions better.

  • !! Systematic oil consumption due to faulty piston design from 100,000 km

    Toyota issued an official TSB and a Limited Service Campaign: the 2AZ-FE consumes excessive oil due to factory-underspec oil control rings.

    Symptoms: Oil consumption over 1 L/1,000 km; bluish exhaust smoke; engine warning light; seized piston rings
    1,500–4,000 $
    Ad 13011-28160 piston ring set 2AZ-FETSB T-SB-0094-11 oil consumption 2AZ-FEpiston rings 2AZ-FE Camry RAV4 2.4
  • !! Head gasket failure from 130,000 km

    As with the related 1AZ-FE, the head gasket on the 2AZ-FE can fail, aggravated by thread failures in the engine block. Typical AZ weakness.

    Symptoms: Coolant loss; white exhaust smoke; foaming in the oil; engine overheating
    1,000–2,500 $
    Ad 11115-28012 head gasket 2AZ-FEhead gasket 2AZ-FE Camry RAV4 2.4
  • !! Balance shaft plastic gear wearing out from 180,000 km

    The plastic balance shaft gear on the 2AZ-FE can disintegrate and distribute debris through the oil circuit. The problem mainly affects older high-mileage vehicles and leads to elevated repair costs from consequential damage.

    Symptoms: Metallic grinding noises, metal swarf in the oil, oil pressure drop
    600–2,000 $
    Ad 13601-28021 balance shaft No.1 2AZ-FE13602-28020 balance shaft No.2 2AZ-FE

+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

3.5L V6 · Petrol· 268 PS
2007 2011

3.5L V6 — Toyota's universal six-cylinder for midsize through SUV. Cam tower oil leak like the Tundra V8, but less common. Budget for water pump around 80k miles. Overall one of the most reliable V6 engines on the market, 250k+ mile lifespans documented.

+ 1 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!TSB-0061-08: vibration at 25–45 mph during light acceleration. Revised torque converter with new damper plate and TCC lining.

TSB-0061-08: Vibration at 25-45 mph during light acceleration. New damper plate + TCC lining in revised converter.

Symptoms: Vibration at steady speed, especially 25-45 mph
from 100,000 km
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 Medium
!Harsh shifts and shift flare (automatic)

5-speed shows harsh 2-3/3-4 cold and harsh 5-4 downshift warm. TSB: revised line pressure solenoid.

Symptoms: Jerking during shifts, delayed response, harsh downshift around 28 mph
from 90,000 km
Ad line pressure solenoid U250E Camry
 Medium
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below average
7,418 complaints · 2007–2011
  1. 01 Cruise Control
    1,377 ⚠ 380
  2. 02 Brakes
    1,172 ⚠ 136
  3. 03 Body Structure
    1,012 ⚠ 51
  4. 04 Engine
    860 ⚠ 16
  5. 05 Other
    779 ⚠ 34

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Cruise Control (1377 complaints)
⚠ Brakes (1172 complaints)
⚠ Body Structure (1012 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 24 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Camry XV40 (2007–2011) — 10 engine-related and 14 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Other, Interior, Brakes.

Camry (2AZ-FE, 2007–2011) — Be Careful: Systematic oil consumption due to faulty piston design, Head gasket failure, Balance shaft plastic gear wearing out. Power: 158 PS.

Camry (2GR-FE, 2007–2011) — Be Careful: VVT-i oil line rupture (engine damage risk!), Cam tower RTV sealant ages — oil leak at front of engine, Water pump with plastic impeller wears out. Power: 268 PS.

What to watch out for with the Toyota Camry? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota Camry XV40 have? +
The Toyota Camry XV40 has 10 known engine weaknesses and 14 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Camry XV40? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: 2AZ-FE (2.4L), 2GR-FE (3.5L V6). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the 2GR-FE (3.5L V6).
Which Toyota Camry XV40 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Camry XV40 — rated: "Decent". {description} 268 hp V6 in the Camry: surprisingly quick for a midsize sedan. Watch for torque converter shudder on V6 auto. Otherwise one of the best Camry powertrains.
Is the Toyota Camry XV40 worth buying used? +
The Toyota Camry XV40 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota Camry XV40? +
The Toyota Camry XV40 is available with engine variants from 163 to 295 hp. Petrol: 2AZ-FE (2.4L), 2GR-FE (3.5L V6).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee