Dealer visit checklist
2022 Toyota Camry checklist
Print it or keep it on your phone. Tick each item as you go so nothing gets missed.
Inspect the car
- Check every panel gap and look for mismatched paint (signs of past accident repair)
- Look at the tires: even wear, matching brands, at least 4/32" tread
- Check under the car and engine bay for oil, coolant or other leaks
- Start the engine cold; listen for knocks, ticks or squeals and watch for smoke
- Test every window, lock, seat, light, the A/C, heat and infotainment
- Test drive on city streets and highway: straight braking, smooth shifts, no pulling
- Ask for the service records and a vehicle history report
- Have an independent mechanic do a pre-purchase inspection (about $100–$200)
Known 2022 Toyota Camry problems to check
- Oil consumption on the 2.5L Dynamic Force engine has been reported by some owners, particularly before the first oil change interval
- Infotainment system (Toyota's older 8-inch setup on base trims) can feel laggy and connectivity issues with Apple CarPlay have been noted
- Wind noise and road noise intrusion on highway speeds is a frequent complaint, especially on LE and SE trims without acoustic glass
- Paint quality on lighter colors such as White and Silver has drawn complaints about chipping and thin clear coat
- Intermittent issues with the Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 suite including false automatic emergency braking triggers in certain lighting conditions
Ask: have these recalls been fixed?
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles.
Negotiate the price
- Know the typical price: about $28,000 for this model year
- Negotiate the out-the-door price, not the monthly payment
- Get the full price with every fee listed in writing before you sign
- Bring your own loan pre-approval so the dealer has a rate to beat
- Say no to add-ons you didn't ask for (paint protection, VIN etching, nitrogen tires)
- Negotiate your trade-in separately, after the car's price is agreed
- Be ready to walk away; another listing is usually a click away