Driveshaft Problems of Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry owners have reported 3 problems related to driveshaft (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Toyota Camry based on all problems reported for the Camry.

1 Driveshaft problem of the 2025 Toyota Camry

Failure Date: 01/03/2026

There is a squeaking noise that comes from the front drive shaft transaxle seal of my 2025 Toyota Camry xse when turning the vehicle at slow speeds without applying the brakes. The vehicle was inspected by the Toyota dealership I purchased it from and they replicated and confirmed this defect on 1-03-2026. A defective or malfunctioning axle seal can wear out over time, which can cause it to leak. If there is significant fluid loss it could lead to failure of the transmission while driving which could lead to an accident. There were no warning messages, only the symptom of the squeaking noise. The dealership states there is currently no fix to this issue and had no solution for me at this time. They stated that this issue is currently under investigation by Toyota engineers. The squeaking appears to be getting louder and more frequent.

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2 Driveshaft problem of the 2011 Toyota Camry

Failure Date: 05/21/2012

The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, the front end of the vehicle started vibrating violently without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the center drive shaft bearing and the tires needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem and the contact was unaware of NHTSA campaign number: 10v036000 (equipment) . The approximate failure mileage was 14,700.

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3 Driveshaft problem of the 1997 Toyota Camry

Brakes lock up, will not release even at high speeds,causing mass vibration or unable to stop properly. Have replaced brake calipers, professionally 3 times. Worked approximately 1 month and situation started again. 1st indication was blakes were rock hard when compressed. As speed increased, vibration increased. Mechanic advised also bolt came loose frm drivetrain, causing boucey effect prior to brake problems.

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