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The Toyota Camry, a popular sedan, continues to be a significant model for Toyota, with recent updates focusing on its 2025 and 2026 model years, including pricing, performance, and a notable recall issue.

2026 Toyota Camry: Release, Pricing, and Performance

The 2026 Toyota Camry is expected to be released in Fall 2025 ². Its starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is around $29,000 ², with some configurations reaching up to $34,875 as shown ³. The Camry boasts impressive fuel efficiency, with an estimated 52/49 MPG (City/Highway) rating ³.

Under the hood, the 2026 Camry utilizes Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system. This system combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, producing 184 horsepower, with a 100 kW (approximately 134 horsepower) front motor. This setup delivers a combined output of 225 horsepower in front-wheel-drive models ¹⁰.

Recent Recall Affecting 2025-2026 Models

Toyota has issued a significant recall affecting over half a million 2025 and 2026 model year Camry sedans in the U.S. ⁷⁸. This recall specifically targets models equipped with a 7.0-inch or 7-inch instrument cluster display ⁵⁹.

Details of the Recall

• Affected Models: Approximately 508,354 Camry Hybrid models from the 2025-2026 model years ⁶. The recall primarily impacts lower-trim versions like the SE and LE ⁷.
• Manufacturing Dates: The affected vehicles were built between August 15, 2024, and June 9, 2026 ⁷.
• Issue: The recall addresses a software glitch in the 7-inch instrument cluster display that can cause the speedometer, turn signals, and other critical information to become blank or turn off abruptly ⁵⁶⁹. This specific software is unique to these Camry models and is not used in other Toyota or Lexus vehicles ⁶.
• Solution: The remedy for this issue is a dealer software update ⁵⁸. This update is applied differently based on the trim level of the vehicle ⁵.

This recall highlights the importance of software integrity in modern vehicles and Toyota's proactive approach to addressing potential safety concerns.