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2019 Toyota Camry

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Camry.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2019 Toyota Camry is a passenger car that calls for 5.7 quarts of 0W‑20 engine oil. Owner reports show 385 total complaints, with the power‑train category leading and six recalls issued for the model year. In the broader complaint history spanning 1990‑2025, the 2019 figure sits well below the peak of 3,613 complaints in 2007 but above the record low of 11 in 2014, suggesting a generally solid but not flawless reliability profile.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity5.7 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · 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 48 · 605 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 48 · 605 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnAUTOOEM · verified
Tire size205/65R16 95HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1 alt 9030179006
Engine air filter1780177050 alt 17801F0020
Spark plug9091901263 alt 9091901289
Battery2880025010
Front wiper blades8522233340 alt 8521233340
Serpentine belt90916A2026 alt 90916A2027
Thermostat1632647020 alt 1632631050
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 weight3296 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.

6.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.00 sec — 2019 XLE V6
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2019XLE V6 3.5L V66.00 sec14.60 sec301 hpFWD
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
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 5.7 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.1 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.4 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.2 qt
Brake FluidDot 3
Engine CoolantHOAT

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.4 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs12 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or StudsShort Bolts: 12 ft-lbs Long Bolts: 21 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
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 Checking Speed rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota
Spark Plug Gap.028
Spark Plug Torque15 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Oil TypeR134a
Oil Capacity2.370 -2.880 oz
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeR134a
Oil Capacity2.370 -2.880 oz
Oil GroupPOE
Oil TypeND-11 or equivalent
Oil Capacity4.06 - 4.56 oz

Service checks

RPM43.0-121.0 @ Idle. rpm
Residual Pressure14.2.
RPM28.0-121.0 @ Idle rpm
Residual Pressure14.2.
RPM28.0-121.0 @ Idle rpm
Residual Pressure14.2.

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque79.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.0394; Rear: 0.0394 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .984; Rear: .414
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002; Rear: .006. Measure
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
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
128 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°.28 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°.18 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-827 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°.22 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
145 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°.45 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 2019 Toyota Camry recorded 385 complaints, 6 recalls, and 231 TSBs. This represents a significant decrease in complaints compared to the 727 reported for the 2018 model, though it remains higher than the 148 complaints seen in 2017. In the context of this generation, 2019 sits at the start of a downward trend in complaints and recalls that continues through 2020 (263 complaints) and 2021 (154 complaints). The most frequent complaint areas for 2019 were the Power Train (74) and the Fuel/Propulsion System (35), although the data does not specify the root causes. Safety records for the year include 22 crash complaints and 1 fire complaint. Given that the 2019 model shows a sharp decline from the 2018 peak and leads into a period of increasing stability, this is a good year to buy.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
231
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
385
Owner complaints
22 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 385 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train74
Unknown Or Other42
Fuel/Propulsion System35
Engine24
Fuel System, Gasoline16
Air Bags13
Vehicle Speed Control10
Service Brakes9

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20V682000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 04/11/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were…

21V890000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:VacuumReported 17/11/2021

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Camry vehicles. The vane cap inside the vacuum pump may break, causing the pump to fail, which could result in a sudden loss of braking… Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the vacuum pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 231 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 2019 Camry take?

5.7 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 Camry have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.