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2004 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 Auto

The 2004 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 Auto is a 225-hp 3.3-liter V6 with a 5-speed electronically controlled sequential automatic overdrive and front-wheel drive. It is rated at 21 mpg combined.

It makes 225 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 240 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

The Camry Solara measures 192.5 inches long on a 107.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,241 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type3.3L DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6
Displacement3.3 L
Horsepower225 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque240 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-valve VVT-i
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed electronically controlled sequential automatic overdrive (ECT-i)
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Tank Capacity18.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut w/gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionDual-link independent MacPherson strut w/gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Turning Diameter37.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated
Rear Brake DiscSolid
Tires & Wheels
Tires FrontP215/60R16
Tires RearP215/60R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length192.5 in
Width71.5 in
Height56.1 in
Wheelbase107.1 in
Front Track60.9 in
Rear Track60.4 in
Ground Clearance5.5 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft³
Curb Weight3,241 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38 in
Headroom Rear36.4 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear35.4 in
Shoulder Room Front56.1 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.7 in
Hip Room Front54 in
Hip Room Rear50.3 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2004 Toyota Camry 4-DR.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Toyota CAMRY SOLARA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 9, 2011 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AVALON VEHICLES; 2004 AND 2005 CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, HIGHLANDER, AND SIENNA VEHICLES, 2006 HIGHLANDER HYBRID; 2004 AND 2005 LEXUS ES330 AND RX330; AND 2006 LEXUS RX400H VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2004 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2005, EQUIPPED WITH THE 1MZ-FE OR 3MZ-FE ENGINE. THE AMOUNT OF ADHESIVE AGENT APPLIED BETWEEN THE OUTER RING AND THE TORSIONAL RUBBER DAMPER (INNER RING) IN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY MAY BE INADEQUATE. IF THE ADHESIVE IS INSUFFICIENT, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE OUTER RING MAY BECOME MISALIGNED AND IT MAY NOT PROPERLY ROTATE WITH THE INNER RING, CAUSING NOISE AND/OR ILLUMINATION OF THE BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR LIGHT.

Consequence: IN SOME CASES, THE BELT FOR THE POWER STEERING PUMP MAY BECOME DETACHED FROM THE PULLEY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND A SUDDEN INCREASE IN STEERING EFFORT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL CHECK THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY TO IDENTIFY WHETHER IT WAS PRODUCED BY THE U.S. SUPPLIER. IF SO, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE PULLEY WITH A NEW ONE AT NO CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING EARLY JANUARY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 11V539000

799 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Toyota CAMRY

Owner Complaints

799 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Toyota CAMRY (223 mention a crash, 13 a fire, 107 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Vehicle Speed Control265
Steering110
Air Bags98
Service Brakes86
Hydraulic62
Power Train61
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 8, 2026 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“My wife was in a crash that totaled my 2004 Camry. She swerved to miss a deer and was pulled off the road and into two utility poles and several areas of fence. None of the airbags deployed and the…”
Apr 15, 2025 · Air Bags
“The SRS warning light came on. I took it to my mechanic and he tested the sensor. He said the code that showed is B1821...Open in Side Squib (D Seat Side) Circuit. He said I needed to take it to a…”
Dec 11, 2023 · Steering
“The power steering freezes up upon the slightest amount of street water ponding making it almost impossible to turn the steering wheel. I have experienced a number of scary situations that make…”
May 23, 2023 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who…”
Mar 18, 2023 · Unknown Or Other
“Unknown”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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