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2018 Toyota Camry

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 Camry.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2018 Toyota Camry is a passenger car that carries a 4.8-quart engine oil capacity and requires 0W-16 or 0W-20 API viscosity, specific service figures that stand out in its reference set. Against the model’s 1990–2025 complaint history, the 2018 edition lands in the mid-range with 727 owner complaints—well below the 3,613 peak recorded in 2007 yet far above the 11 low logged in 2014—supplemented by eight recalls and powertrain issues as its most reported concern. That placement distances it from both the nameplate’s most troubled cycles and its most uneventful, offering researchers a moderate, representative data point in the Camry’s long-term reliability record.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-16 / 0W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI S55D23R · 355 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI S55D23R · 355 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnAUTOOEM · verified
Tire sizeP205/65R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1 alt 9030179006
Engine air filter1780177050 alt 17801F0050
Spark plug9091901263 alt 9091901289
Front wiper blades8521206250 alt 8522206250
Serpentine belt9091602778 alt 90916A2026
Thermostat1632631050 alt 1632647020
Cabin air filter871390E040 alt 8713958010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length192.5 in
Overall width72 in
Overall height58.3 in
Wheelbase111.4 in
Curb weight3241 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Camry of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.8–7.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.80 sec — 2018 XSE V6
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2018XSE V6 3.5L V65.80 sec14.40 sec301 hpFWD
2018XSE V6 3.5L V65.80 sec14.30 sec301 hpFWD
2018Hybrid LE 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh7.40 sec15.60 sec208 hpFWD
2018XLE 2.5L I-47.60 sec15.90 sec203 hpFWD
2018Hybrid XLE 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh7.90 sec16.00 sec208 hpFWD
2018SE 2.5L I-47.90 sec16.20 sec203 hpFWD
2019XLE V6 3.5L V66.00 sec14.60 sec301 hpFWD
2020TRD 3.5L V65.60 sec14.20 sec301 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.8 qt of 0W-16 / 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidToyota CVT fluid type FE
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.0-4.1
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity9.1
Engine Oil0W-16 · API · 0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity4.8 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts192.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts192.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts61 ft-lbs
Main Bearings16
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub217.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1100 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.06-1.28 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity7.02 oz
RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.06-1.28 lbs
Oil TypeND 11 Oil

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum28.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum121.0 psi
RPM28.0-121.0 @ Idle rpm
Residual Pressure14.2.
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum28.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum121.0 psi
RPM28.0-121.0 @ Idle rpm
Residual Pressure14.2.

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque79
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .984; Rear: .414
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002; Rear: .006
Maximum Drum DiameterParking Brake: 6.850

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
17 ft. lbs., Step 2: 127 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9018 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miBrake Power Booster Unit (inspect) · Brake Vacuum Pump (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2018 Toyota Camry represents the first model year of its generation, a point where federal complaint volumes often spike as early build issues surface. Compared to the 2017 Camry (148 complaints, 3 recalls), the 2018 saw a sharp increase to 727 complaints and 8 recalls, primarily driven by powertrain (104) and brake (69) concerns, while crash-related complaints rose to 46. Subsequent years show a clear downward trend—2019 dropped to 385 complaints and 6 recalls, and by 2020, figures halved again—suggesting Toyota addressed many first-year issues through recalls and TSBs (374 in 2018, peaking for the generation). The absence of investigations in 2018–2025 implies no systemic defects were suspected, but the elevated early complaints align with typical launch-year growing pains. While the 2018’s recall count is higher than later years, the fixes were likely implemented in service campaigns, reducing long-term risk. **Takeaway: The 2018 Camry is a reasonable used buy if all recalls are verified as completed, but later model years (2019+) may offer slightly refined reliability.**

8
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
374
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
727
Owner complaints
46 involved a crash · 4 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 727 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train104
Service Brakes69
Unknown Or Other44
Steering41
Engine33
Fuel/Propulsion System30
Service Brakes, Hydraulic28
Fuel System, Gasoline25

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 8 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V503000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 28/06/2019

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification… Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer…

18V108000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And FittingsReported 14/02/2018

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with V6 engines. These vehicles have fuel delivery pipes that may not be properly connected to the fuel hoses in… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes for the correct installation, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 374 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0097-23 Rev12026-04-14StructureSome 2018 – 2024 model year Camry and 2018 – 2026 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles may…
T-SB-0104-21 Rev22026-02-27EngineOBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now…
T-SB-0106-22 Rev22026-01-30Electrical SystemOBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
T-SB-0001-262026-01-28Electrical SystemSome 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic…
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2018 Camry take?

4.8 qt of 0W-16 API Preferred, 0W-20 API may be used in an emergency. Replace with 0W-16 at the next oil change, per the factory manual.

Does the 2018 Camry have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.