2016 Toyota Camry: Transmission slipping bucking
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2016 Camry report: transmission slipping bucking. CarComplaints.com lists 5 owner complaints, average mileage 17,700 miles.
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints for the 2016 Camry in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11661231 (filed 05/15/2025): “I have a 2016 toyota camry le and i'm having problems with the shaft and that is dangerous. i see that other camry's are having the same problem as my car is. i think this problem need to be reported as a recall.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11625944 (filed 11/18/2024): “Subject: investigation request: excessive oil consumption in 2012-2017 toyota 2.5l engines to whom it may concern, i am writing to request an investigation into a critical defect with toyota’s 2.5l 4-cylinder engines in 2012-2017 vehicles, including my 2016 …”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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