Compare two vehicles

Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 26 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 34 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2018 Toyota Camry

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2018 Toyota Camry

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2018 Toyota Camry

may cost less to fuel.

Short answer: Camry needs more recall homework, Camry has more complaint activity, Camry has more severity reports and Camry has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2019 Toyota Camry 2018 Toyota Camry Difference
Total recalls 6 8 Camry has 2 more recalls
Total complaints 372 716 Camry has 344 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 21 / 1 / 15 / 0 46 / 4 / 25 / 0 Camry has 38 more severity reports
Defect investigations 1 1 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 250 388 Camry has 138 more communications
Recall completion reports 44 55 Camry has 11 more reports
Warranty programs 9 9 Similar
Service campaigns 2 2 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Nov 17, 2021 Jan 22, 2025 Camry has newer activity
Latest complaint May 29, 2026 May 30, 2026 Camry has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Power Train
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Fuel Propulsion System
  • Power Train
  • Service Brakes
  • Unknown Or Other
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 26 combined MPG 34 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,300 $1,750 Camry about $550 less
Safety-rating records 1 1 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2019 Toyota Camry

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had power train and unknown or other repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2018 Toyota Camry

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had power train and service brakes repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2019 Toyota Camry

  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Fuel Propulsion System: fuel smell, leaks, stalling, range or charging changes

2018 Toyota Camry

  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Service Brakes: vibration, pulsing, noise, stopping distance
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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