Above Average Reliability

2017 Toyota Camry Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

8th Generation (XV50) · 2.5L 4-cylinder (178hp) / 3.5L V6 (268hp) · $14,000 - $19,000

Known Issues — 2017 Toyota Camry

MODERATE

Oil consumption on 4-cylinder engines requiring top-offs between changes

MODERATE

Transmission hesitation on 6-speed automatic, especially from stop

MINOR

Dashboard rattle over rough roads

MODERATE

HVAC blower motor failure causing no airflow on certain speeds

CRITICAL

Rear seatbelt pretensioner recall — verify completed

What to Inspect

  • Verify rear seatbelt recall has been completed
  • Check oil level and look for consumption
  • Test all transmission shift points
  • Inspect HVAC blower on all speeds
  • Listen for dashboard rattles on rough surfaces

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Oil change (4-cyl)every 5,000 miles$40-$60
Oil change (V6)every 5,000 miles$60-$80
Transmission fluidevery 60,000 miles$120-$180
Spark plugsevery 60,000 miles$80-$150
Brake pads (front)every 40,000 miles$100-$160
Timing chain serviceinspect at 100,000 miles$400-$700

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