1996 Toyota Camry
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1996 Toyota Camry is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 60 on record.
1996 Toyota Camry at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1996 Toyota Camry recalls 7
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Fix: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE STEERING WHEEL SET NUT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED CAUSING STEERING VIBRATION AND LOOSENESS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE STEERING WHEEL SET NUT.
THESE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS FAIL TO HOLD THE SPEED SET BY THE DRIVER AND CAN ACCELERATE ABOVE THE INTENDED SET SPEED.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE CRUISE CONTROL ASSEMBLIES.
THE PLASTIC MATERIAL OF THE BULB HOLDERS OF THE REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY DOES NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT HEAT RESISTANCE. WHEN THE BULB IS ILLUMINATED, THE RESULTING HIGH TEMPERATURE CAN CAUSE THE BULB HOLDER TO DEFORM.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR COMBINATION LAMP BULB HOLDER TO SEE IF IT IS THE DEFECTIVE MATERIAL. THE DEFECTIVE BULB HOLDER TOGETHER WITH THE WIRING HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED WITH A CORRECT BULB HOLDER AND HARNESS.
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.
1996 Toyota Camry common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 476 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1996 Toyota Camry MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 1996 Toyota Camry worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1996 Toyota Camry costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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 ($1,175) with the same model 4 model-years older ($1,058), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1996 Toyota Camry trims & engines on record
1996 Toyota Camry vehicles on record
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K6TU947495
1996 Toyota Camry XLE V64T1BF12K2TU873933
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K8TU733656
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K9TU770909
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K2TU786319
1996 Toyota Camry LEJT2BG12K3T0390856
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K9TU712251
1996 Toyota Camry XLE V64T1BF12K6TU125279
1996 Toyota Camry LEJT2BG12K9T0364374
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K4TU749000
1996 Toyota Camry LEJT2BG12K2T0393148
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K9TU744617
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K1TU937568
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K1TU934699
1996 Toyota Camry LEJT2BG12K9T0364987
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K1TU671470
1996 Toyota Camry LEJT2BG12KXT0393964
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K2TU678671
1996 Toyota Camry XLEJT2BG12K8T0343645
1996 Toyota Camry LEJT2BG12K7T0405147
1996 Toyota Camry XLE V6JT2BF12K5T0142062
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12KXTU749664
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K4TU794440
1996 Toyota Camry LE4T1BG12K2TU932119
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1996 Toyota Camry — frequently asked questions
Does the 1996 Toyota Camry have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1996 Toyota Camry. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Toyota Camry?
Based on 476 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, air bags, steering.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Toyota Camry get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1996 Toyota Camry at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 26 highway).
How much is a 1996 Toyota Camry worth?
Comparable 1996 Toyota Camry listings run roughly $550–$2,675, typically around $1,175 (from 50 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.