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1993 Toyota Camry — L4

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1993 Camry L4.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine L4Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1993 Toyota Camry L4 is a passenger car built on a dedicated platform and powered by an L4 engine that holds 3.8 qt of oil and is specified for 10W‑30 or 5W‑30 API oil, with air‑bag related complaints among the most frequently reported issues. It is paired with an automatic four‑speed transmission and achieves EPA‑rated fuel economy of 18 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined. In its early production years the model recorded 301 total owner complaints and two recalls, a volume that precedes the 2007 peak of 3,613 complaints and follows the 2014 low of 11 complaints, marking 1993 as an early point in the Camry’s long‑term reliability record.

Model year200820052004200320012000199919981993

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity3.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type10W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy18/26/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 90915YZZD1. 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.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZD1 alt 90915YZZN1
Engine air filter1780103010
Fuel filter2330079305
Spark plug9008091180
Front wiper blades85222YZZ02 alt 85212YZZ08TM
Serpentine belt900809109483 alt 909160235083
Thermostat9091603075 alt 9091603090

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length187.8 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height55.1 in
Wheelbase103.1 in
Curb weight3009 lb
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined18 / 26 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume97 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

No 1993 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

12.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 12.00 sec — 1995 LE
125 hpHorsepower (as tested)
145 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1995LE 2.2L I-412.00 sec18.50 sec125 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 3.8 qt of 10W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine Oil10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity3.8 qt
Engine Oil10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity5 qt

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 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 7,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miAxle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Fasteners (torque) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect)
At 45,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Fuel Evaporative Canister (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)

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 1993 Camry recorded 301 complaints, which is notably lower than the 612 complaints in 1992 but higher than the 148–172 complaints seen in 1990‑1991. Recalls remained minimal at two that year, matching 1992 and far below the three recalls in 1994, while investigations stayed at two, indicating no heightened regulatory action. The total service‑bulletin count rose to 41, modestly above the 40 in 1992 but still far below the 62 recorded in 1994, suggesting stable overall coverage. The predominant complaint categories — Air Bags (41), Engine & Engine Cooling (38), Power Train (29) and Service Brakes, Hydraulic (29) — accounted for nearly half of all reports, yet the data does not specify a root cause for any of them. Consequently, 1993 offers a comparatively balanced risk profile and can be considered a reasonable used‑car year, provided the vehicle’s service history is reviewed.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
41
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
301
Owner complaints
50 involved a crash · 10 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 301 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags41
Engine & Engine Cooling38
Power Train29
Service Brakes, Hydraulic29
Vehicle Speed Control19
Structure19
Visibility19
Electrical System16

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

06E049000Exterior LightingReported 24/05/2006

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… Remedy: 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.

06E026000Exterior LightingReported 23/03/2006

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… Remedy: 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.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 41 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB0032202023-08-17Air BagsTSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or…
Toyota PRO19-022022-01-12TiresPOL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all…
T-SB-0032-20 Rev2021-02-03EquipmentTSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or…
T-SB-0304-17 Obs2020-04-07EquipmentTSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see…
T-SB-0032-202020-04-06EquipmentTSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service…

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 1993 Camry L4 take?

3.8 qt of ABOVE 0 degrees F: 10W-30 API, BELOW 50 degrees F: 5W-30 API, BELOW 100 degrees F: 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1993 Camry have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the L4 get?

EPA figures are 18 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.