Because existing sources of auto reliability information left much to be desired, in late 2005 I started conducting my own reliability research at TrueDelta.com. TrueDelta reports absolute stats like "trips to the shop" that make the differences between cars much clearer. Results are updated four times a year, so it's possible to provide reliability information on new models quickly. Also, any significant changes in a model's reliability become apparent quickly.

Over 100 owners of the 2007 have already signed up to participate. But I've found that reliability varies a lot by engine with the Camry, so I've had to split up the sample size by powertrain. So many more are needed.

Owners of the 2008 also very much needed, to learn if reliability has improved compared to the 2007.

Participants simply report repairs the month after they occur on a one-page survey. When there are no repairs, they simply report an approximate odometer reading four times a year, at the end of each quarter.

To encourage participation, panel members will receive full access to the results for free.

For the details, and to sign up to help out:

Auto reliability research

433 Camry owners have signed up so far. But this is for all model years, so many more are needed!

Details and links to the enrollment form here:

Vehicle reliability research

Updated results were recently posted.

468 Camry owners have signed up so far. 500 soon?

Vehicle reliability research