Alternator For 2012-2015 Toyota Camry, 2009-2012 Toyota RAV4 & 2011-2016 Scion tC 2.5L, 6-Groove Pulley (OE 290-5543)

An Alternator for the Camry, RAV4, and Scion tC

This is a new alternator built for the 2.5L four-cylinder engine used in the 2012-2015 Toyota Camry, 2009-2012 Toyota RAV4, and 2011-2016 Scion tC, cross-referenced to OE numbers 27060-0V010, 27060-36010, 27060-36011, and 290-5543. If your battery light is on, you're seeing dimming headlights at idle, or the battery keeps dying despite testing fine on its own, this alternator is a direct replacement for the factory unit.

Why the Camry, RAV4, and Scion tC Share This Alternator

Toyota's 2.5L four-cylinder engine from this family, commonly known as the 2AZ-FE and its successors, was used across a wide range of the company's vehicles during this era, including the Camry sedan, the RAV4 compact SUV, and the Scion tC coupe sold under Toyota's youth-oriented brand. That shared engine is why one alternator, cross-referenced to the same OE numbers, covers three different body styles and nameplates instead of needing a separate part for each vehicle.

Key Features

• Cross-referenced to OE numbers 27060-0V010, 27060-36010, 27060-36011, 290-5543
• 100-amp output on a 6-groove pulley matching factory design
• Aluminum housing for durability and heat dissipation
• Fully tested before shipping for stable performance

Specifications

• Type: Alternator
• Material: Aluminum
• Voltage: 12V
• Amperage: 100A
• Rotation: Clockwise (CW)
• Pulley: 6-groove
• Regulator: Internal (IR)
• Fan: Internal (IF)
• Condition: New

Compatibility

Fits the 2012-2015 Toyota Camry, 2009-2012 Toyota RAV4, and 2011-2016 Scion tC, all with the 2.5L four-cylinder engine. Because Toyota offered these models with more than one engine option during overlapping years, it's worth confirming your specific vehicle has the 2.5L engine before ordering, since a four-cylinder 2.4L or a V6 variant uses a different alternator.

Signs Your Alternator Is Failing

A failing alternator on these Toyota and Scion models commonly shows up as the battery warning light coming on the dash, headlights or interior lights that dim noticeably at idle and brighten as engine RPM rises, or a battery that keeps losing charge even after being tested and confirmed good on its own. Because the alternator's output degrades gradually as internal components wear, these symptoms can come and go for a while before the alternator fails completely and leaves the vehicle unable to start.

Why Replace Rather Than Rebuild

While some alternators can be rebuilt with new brushes or bearings, a unit that's already showing electrical symptoms has often worn in multiple internal areas at once, which is why a complete new alternator is generally more reliable than a partial rebuild, especially on a vehicle that depends on stable voltage for its electronics and fuel injection system. A direct-fit replacement means the pulley, connector, and mounting points all match the factory unit exactly, without the compatibility guesswork that comes from sourcing individual internal components from a different supplier.

Installation Notes

Replacing an alternator on these vehicles means disconnecting the battery, removing the intake hose and air filter housing for clearance, loosening the serpentine belt tensioner, and unbolting the alternator from its mounting bracket before the new unit goes in reverse order. Taking a photo of the belt routing before removing it is a small step that saves time when it's ready to go back on, and reconnecting the mass airflow sensor and intake hose correctly afterward is worth double-checking before starting the engine. Cleaning any dust or oil residue from the mounting surface before bolting in the new alternator also helps it seat properly against the bracket.

Ordering Information

This alternator is in stock and ships ready to install. Our Shipping Information page covers current timelines, and our Warranty and Returns pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your specific vehicle and engine? Our Request a Part page is the fastest way to confirm before you order.

Related Parts

This alternator is listed in our Toyota collection, along with our Alternators collection, where you'll find other parts for these platforms.