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1994 Toyota Camry — V6

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1994 Camry V6.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine V6Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1994 Toyota Camry V6 is a passenger car built around a V6 engine and an automatic 4-speed transmission, carrying EPA fuel-economy ratings of 16/23/19 mpg. Routine oil service calls for 3.8 quarts of 10W-30 or 5W-30 API oil. In the broader 1990–2025 Camry complaint record, the 1994 model sits well below the line's peak of 3,613 complaints logged for 2007 and far above the low of 11 reported for 2014, with 345 owner complaints on file, air bags cited as the top complaint area, and 3 recalls recorded.

Model year200520042003200120001999199819951994

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 economy16/23/19 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 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.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1 alt 90915YZZD1
Engine air filter1780103010
Fuel filter2330079305
Front wiper blades85222YZZ02 alt 852221G090
Serpentine belt993657111078 alt 909160235683
Thermostat9091603090 alt 90916A3003

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 weight2910 lb
Track (front / rear)61 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)63/37

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 23 / 19 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 1994 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

8.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.00 sec — 1995 LE V6
188 hpHorsepower (as tested)
203 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1995LE V6 3.0L V68.00 sec16.00 sec188 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, ATF in the differential.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear OilATF
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.9 Pints
Differential Gear OilATF
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.3 Pints
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 1994 Toyota Camry recorded 345 complaints, 3 recalls, 2 investigations and 62 TSBs, which is higher than the 1993 figures (301 complaints, 2 recalls, 2 investigations, 41 TSBs) but slightly below the 1995 numbers (330 complaints, 5 recalls, 1 investigation, 59 TSBs). Complaints rose sharply in 1992 to 612 before falling to 301 in 1993, then increased again in 1994, placing the target year in a modest upward segment of the early‑1990s trend. Recall activity followed a similar pattern, with 1994’s three recalls exceeding the two in 1993 but falling short of the five in 1995. Investigations remained steady at two for both 1993 and 1994, then dropped to one in 1995. Overall, 1994 sits in a middle range of complaint and recall frequency for this generation, neither markedly worse nor better than its immediate neighbors. Consequently, a 1994 Camry presents an average risk profile for its era and can be considered a reasonable purchase pending a thorough pre‑buy inspection.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
62
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
345
Owner complaints
74 involved a crash · 10 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 345 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags52
Service Brakes, Hydraulic41
Engine & Engine Cooling36
Steering28
Vehicle Speed Control22
Power Train19
Electrical System18
Visibility17

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 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 62 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB0032202023-08-17Air BagsTSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or…
TTT0636202022-03-17Back Over PreventionTT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake…
Toyota PRO19-022022-01-12TiresPOL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all…
T-TT-0636-20 Rev2021-03-12Service BrakesTT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake…
T-SB-0032-20 Rev2021-02-03EquipmentTSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or…

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 1994 Camry V6 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 1994 Camry have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the V6 get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg.