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2002 Toyota Camry — V6

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2002 Camry V6.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine V6Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2002 Toyota Camry V6 is a passenger car equipped with a V6 engine paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission, requiring 4 quarts of 5W-30 API oil for maintenance. EPA fuel economy ratings for this model stand at 18 city, 26 highway, and 21 combined mpg. In terms of owner-reported reliability across the Camry's history from 1990 to 2025, the 2002 model year recorded 1,043 total complaints with Vehicle Speed Control emerging as the primary concern alongside four recalls—placing it well below the model's peak complaint year of 2007 (3,613 complaints) but substantially above its most reliable year of 2014 (11 complaints), suggesting moderate but not exceptional dependability for this generation.

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · 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 a BCI 35 · 390 CCA battery, 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.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 390 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnUPOEM · verified
Tire sizeP205-65TR15OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZD1 alt 90915YZZF1
Engine air filter17801YZZ01
Fuel filter233000A020
Spark plug9008091180
Front wiper blades852120C012 alt 8521253051
Serpentine belt9008091212 alt 9936631040
Thermostat90916A3003 alt 1632562010
Cabin air filter8713906030

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189.4 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height58.7 in
Wheelbase107.1 in
Curb weight3164 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined18 / 26 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

Independent published road-test results.

8.0–8.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.00 sec — 2002 SE V6
192 hpHorsepower (as tested)
209 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2002SE V6 3.0L V68.00 sec16.09 sec192 hpFWD
2002XLE V6 3.0L V68.10 sec16.20 sec192 hpFWD
2002SE V6 3.0L V68.20 sec16.40 sec192 hpFWD
2004Solara SE V6 Coupe 3.3L V66.70 sec15.20 sec225 hpFWD
2004Solara SE Sport V6 Coupe 3.3L V66.90 sec15.40 sec225 hpFWD
2004Solara SE V6 Coupe 3.3L V67.00 sec15.16 sec225 hpFWD
2004Solara SLE V6 Convertible 3.3L V67.10 sec15.30 sec225 hpFWD
2004Solara SLE V6 Convertible 3.3L V67.30 sec15.60 sec225 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, ATF in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilATF
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.4 Pints
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts192 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts159 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub159 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub159 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.21 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.10 oz
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance390 cca
Optional BCI Group Number24F

Service checks

Injector Primary Resistance13.4-14.2 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression145-218 psi
Engine Oil Pressure4.3 psi @ Idle, 43-78 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Engine Oil Pressure4.3 psi @ Idle, 43-78 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.006-0.010 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.010-0.014 in
Intake Valve Lash0.008-0.011 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012-0.016 in

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH REAR DISC / WITH STANDARD
Torque Caliper to Bracket20 ft-lbs / 80 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle34 ft-lbs / 76 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Brake ApplicationWITH REAR DISC / WITH STANDARD
Rotor Runout Limit0.0059 in / 0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.472 in / 1.102 in

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 at 120,000 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 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 30,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
Every 90,000 miTiming Belt (replace)
At 120,000 miSpark 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 2002 Camry marks a sharp anomaly in the model's federal record: its 1,043 complaints nearly triple the 2001 level of 334 and exceed the 2000–2006 range (334–816), while TSBs jump to 208 from the prior year's 145. Vehicle Speed Control alone accounts for 232 complaints — the leading category — followed by Service Brakes, Hydraulic (121), Engine & Engine Cooling (85), and Air Bags (67), with 275 crash-involved and 20 fire-related complaints logged. Recalls remain moderate at four, consistent with the 2000–2001 average, and investigations rise slightly to four. The data does not specify root causes for the complaint surge, but the concentration in speed control and braking systems warrants scrutiny. Complaints retreat to 816 in 2003 and 799 in 2004, confirming 2002 as a single-year spike rather than a sustained trend. Given the elevated complaint volume — particularly in safety-critical systems — and the absence of a recall remedy for the dominant speed-control issue, this is not a recommended year to buy without documented resolution of those specific components.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
208
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
4
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1,043
Owner complaints
275 involved a crash · 20 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1,043 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Vehicle Speed Control232
Service Brakes, Hydraulic121
Engine & Engine Cooling85
Air Bags67
Tires51
Power Train47
Engine44
Steering30

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

01V372000Air Bags:FrontalReported 11/12/2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-SPOKE STYLE STEERING WHEEL. DURING AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE BOTTOM SEAM OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE COVER (HORN PAD) COULD… Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE…

04V346000Air Bags:Side/WindowReported 13/07/2004

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAGS (CSA), ONE OR BOTH OF THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS MAY BE TWISTED NEAR THE INFLATOR DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CSAS AND REPLACE THE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 6, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 208 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureTo prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureThe condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…
T-SB-0061-23 Rev22024-12-05StructureToyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to…
T-SB-0062-23 Rev22024-12-03StructureVehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed…

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 2002 Camry V6 take?

4 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2002 Camry have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the V6 get?

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