Parts for your 2023 Toyota Camry-Struts

2023 Toyota Camry struts — what they do and when to change them

Technical sources confirm the 2023 Toyota Camry does use struts. Toyota’s factory repair manual (TIS) for the XV70/TNGA-K platform specifies a MacPherson strut front suspension, while the rear is a double-wishbone design with separate shock absorbers rather than struts. This is echoed by Toyota’s parts catalogue (EPC) and major suspension manufacturers’ application guides (e.g., KYB and Monroe), which list complete front strut assemblies for 2018–2023 Camry models.

Up front, the Camry’s MacPherson struts pull double duty: they support vehicle weight via the coil spring, control body motion through the damper, and locate the steering knuckle to keep alignment steady. In day-to-day driving that translates to tidy steering response, consistent grip and predictable braking. The top mount and bearing let the strut turn smoothly with the steering, while the dust boot and bump stop protect the internals over Aussie and Kiwi roads.

Struts wear gradually, so drivers often adapt without noticing until the ride feels floaty or steering gets vague. A good rule is to have them inspected at regular services and any time tyres show odd wear. Replacement timing varies with conditions, but many Camrys benefit from fresh front struts somewhere between 80,000 and 150,000 kilometres. Country roads, heavy loads or lots of speed humps can bring that forward.

• Tell-tale signs: oil weeping down the strut body, nose-diving under brakes, longer stopping distances, cupped or scalloped tyre wear, knocking over bumps, or the car wandering on the motorway.
• Best practice: replace in axle pairs, fit new top mounts/bearings and boots, and book a wheel alignment straight after.

Quality aftermarket assemblies (or genuine Toyota units) will restore control and comfort. Techs should torque fasteners with the suspension at normal ride height and follow the TIS procedure for the Camry’s TNGA-K front end. While the rear suspension isn’t strut-based, it’s worth inspecting the rear shocks, links and bushes at the same time to keep the chassis nicely balanced.

Between services, keeping tyres at the right pressures and rotating them on schedule helps the struts work as designed and makes any wear patterns easier to spot early. Look after the front struts and the Camry will feel planted, quiet and confident for years.

• Do all 2023 Camry models have struts front and rear?
  All 2023 Camry grades run MacPherson struts at the front. The rear suspension is a double-wishbone layout with separate shock absorbers, not rear struts. That applies across petrol and hybrid variants on the TNGA-K platform.
• How often should front struts be replaced on a 2023 Camry?
  There’s no fixed interval. Have them inspected at each service. Many cars see optimal results replacing somewhere between 80,000 and 150,000 km depending on use, road quality and load. Any signs of leaks, poor control or uneven tyre wear justify earlier replacement.
• Is a wheel alignment needed after strut replacement?
  Yes. Changing front struts affects camber and toe. A proper alignment immediately after installation protects tyres and ensures the Camry tracks straight and steers cleanly.