Model year guide

2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 138 on record.

2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid — representative photo
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2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined40 mpg
Typical price$16,410

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive NHTSA Campaign #13V014000 · 16/01/2013

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010…

Fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined40 mpg
City41 mpg
Highway38 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,575

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid worth?

Low
$13,400
Typical price
$16,410
High
$20,000

From 138 comparable 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$7,875
Depreciation (5 yrs)$10,750
Total$18,625
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($16,410) with the same model 5 model-years older ($5,649), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
XLE · LE · Hybrid
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl 156 hp

2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid vehicles on record

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2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid at about 40 mpg combined (41 city / 38 highway).

How much is a 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid listings run roughly $13,400–$20,000, typically around $16,410 (from 138 vehicles).

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