Toyota Avalon problems
The Toyota Avalon (Japanese: トヨタ・アバロン, Hepburn: Toyota Abaron) is a full-size sedan produced by Toyota. It is Toyota's largest front-wheel drive sedan and serves as its flagship sedan in the United States, Canada, China and the Middle East. It was also produced in Australia from April 2000 until June 2005, when it was replaced in November 2006 by the Aurion. The first production Avalon rolled off the TMMK assembly line in Georgetown, Kentucky, in September 1994, and subsequent generations have all been manufactured at the Kentucky location to date.
Toyota marketed the Avalon as a replacement for the Cressida, a model discontinued for the American market in 1992. While the Cressida was an upper-level mid-size rear-wheel drive car with a straight-six engine, the Avalon is front-wheel drive, powered by a V6 engine. In recent years, there has been considerable overlapping with its platform mates, the Camry V6 and the Lexus ES, although the third-generation and subsequent Avalon was distinguished by offering extra legroom due to its extended-length chassis. From 2013, the Lexus ES was moved to the extended platform to match the Avalon.
As of 2013, the Avalon was sold in the United States, Canada, China, South Korea and the Middle East. It was discontinued in the United States in 2022.
Avalon is a legendary island featured in the Arthurian legend, fitting it in with Toyota's tradition of naming their sedans the word for "crown" in various languages (Crown, Corona, Camry, Corolla), types of crowns (Tiara), or other things associated with royalty (Scepter).
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Toyota Avalon model years
Common Toyota Avalon problems
Based on complaints from Toyota Avalon owners, several common problems have been reported with these cars:
- Cracked Dashboards: Many Toyota Avalon models, including those from 1995-2010 and 2012, have experienced issues with cracked dashboards. Owners have reported that their dashboards would crack, leading to aesthetic and potentially functional concerns.
- Transmission Issues: Owners of various Avalon models, such as those from 1995-1998, 2000-2007, 2009, and 2015, have faced transmission problems. These issues manifest as difficulties in shifting correctly, hesitation when shifting gears at low speeds, and even sudden jerking or staying in neutral while driving.
- Misfiring Engine: Avalon owners from 1995-2010 and 2012 have reported instances of misfiring engines. This issue causes the vehicle to hesitate and jerk, primarily due to faulty ignition coils. Replacing these coils can incur costs ranging from $5 to $50 plus labor.
- Peeling Paint: A common complaint, especially with the 2011 Avalon model, is peeling paint. Drivers have observed paint bubbling up and peeling, particularly on the roof and areas between the windshield and sunroof, affecting the car's appearance.
- Sudden Unintended Acceleration: Many 2014 Avalon owners have raised concerns about sudden unintended acceleration. This issue causes the car to accelerate without driver input, suspected to be related to electronic faults leading to throttle engagement without pressing the gas pedal.
- Fuel Leaks: Some Avalon models have been prone to fuel leaks, posing safety risks and potential fire hazards. This problem requires immediate attention and repair to ensure the vehicle's safety and performance.
These issues highlight the importance of thorough research and inspection when considering purchasing a Toyota Avalon, as certain model years have shown a higher incidence of these common problems reported by owners.
What are the bad years for Toyota Avalon?
Q: What are the Toyota Avalon years to avoid? A: According to customer reports and complaints, the Toyota Avalon years to avoid are 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011, 2013, and 2014.
Is the Toyota Avalon a reliable car?
Toyota Avalon Reliability Rating Breakdown. The Toyota Avalon Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 3rd out of 12 for fullsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $463 which means it has excellent ownership costs.
Which year Avalon is best?
Here are the most reliable years for the Toyota Avalon:
- 1994 Toyota Avalon.
- 1995 Toyota Avalon.
- 1996 Toyota Avalon.
- 1997 Toyota Avalon.
- 1998 Toyota Avalon.
- 1999 Toyota Avalon.
- 2000 Toyota Avalon.
- 2001 Toyota Avalon.
How long do Toyota avalons last?
How long do Toyota Avalons last? A typical Toyota Avalon will last around 200,000 miles, surviving at least 150,000 miles until you, the driver, run into serious troubles. It's a solid choice for a used car and puts up quite a fight against other Toyota manufacturers on the market.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Toyota Avalon years
We have researched Toyota problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Toyota Avalon cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Toyota Avalon model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Toyota Avalon model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Toyota Avalon years
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Toyota Avalon car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Toyota Avalon , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Air bags problems
- Steering problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Toyota Avalon vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Avalon model years
A total of 510 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Avalon model years
There were a total of 30 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Avalon model years
There were a total of 359 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Avalon model years
There were a total of 30 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 3476 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Toyota Avalon . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Toyota Avalon vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Toyota Avalon 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
- VIN: 4T1BK36B48U
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Because my instrument panel is alway illuminated, I was unaware that I was driving one night without my lights on. Now I know why I see more cars at night without their lights. Manufacturers need to fix this problem. Older cars would not turn on the panel lights if the headlights weren't on. You would think this would be an easy technology fix with since we have self driving cars now.
Toyota Avalon 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-11
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-11
- VIN: 4T1AZ1FB6MU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Avalon. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Avalon 2005
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-15
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-07
- VIN: 4T1BK36B45U
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while attempting to make a left turn the accelerator pedal was depressed and became inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,000.
Toyota Avalon 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-18
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-19
- VIN: 4T1BZ1FB0KU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: After troubleshooting, the issue with my car cannot communicate with my mobile app through Toyota remote connect, cannot update vehicle software, and after a $130 diagnostic fee, the dealer states the DCM module is bad and needs replacing. My question is this is a safety issue, correct?
Toyota Avalon 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-19
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-19
- VIN: 4T1BZ1FB6KU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: When starting the vehicle, an extremely high pitched noise is emitted from the speakers. The safety of my young child is at risk every time I start the car because this could cause irreparable hearing loss. This is a known issue across many Toyota models as I've found through online forums. Toyota wants $1,200 to fix the DCM Module when it is a manufacturing issue and not caused by the consumer.
Toyota Avalon 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-23
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4T1BK36B97U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH and attempting to make a turn, the steering wheel had seized causing a crash. The front passenger side and rear passenger side bumper impacted into a guard rail during the crash. No warning lights had illuminated. No air bags deployed. The contact managed to restart the vehicle and the failure was temporarily fixed. No injuries were sustained. No police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the insurance provider for further diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired as of yet. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Toyota Avalon 2005
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-23
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-23
- VIN: 4T1BK36B95U
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The vehicle then returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V017000 (Vehicle Speed Control); the VIN was included, but the vehicle had already been repaired under recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 170,000.
Toyota Avalon 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-31
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-12
- VIN: 4T1BD1EB0EU
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I was pulling into a parking spot when my car suddenly accelerated to a very high speed. I traveled over a curb, on some pavement, through some bushes, knocked down a light pole and miraculously came to a stop. My foot was pumping the brakes to no avail. My entire car was damaged but miraculously no one was hurt. Car was towed to a mechanic who confirmed that the car accelerated with him as well. Front, back, underside, roof, tires and frames were all badly damaged.
Toyota Avalon 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-04
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-05
- VIN: 4T1BF28B94U
- Components: SUSPENSION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Ella tuvo realmente la culpa
Toyota Avalon 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-22
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-22
- VIN: 4T1JZ1FBXMU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Avalon. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Avalon 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-18
- VIN: 4T1BK36B16U
- Components: AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: In my 2006 Toyota Avalon XL on dashboard appeared SRS Airbag light. Unable to clear it.
Toyota Avalon 2020
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-10
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-15
- VIN: 4T1J21FB7LU
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TIE ROD LOOSE I heard a clunking noise while turning the steering wheel to the left at very low speeds. Took car in for service Service Mechanic found left outer tie rod end "with play, loose" Safety issue: potential loss of steering ability while driving Vehicle has been inspected and repaired - (my cost $1308.94) - images attached No warning messages / appeared about a month before I went in... it became progressively worse with time
Toyota Avalon 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-07
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-07
- VIN: 4T1BD1EB4DU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: There is a very strong musty smell. 80% of the time it's when I turn on AC. 20% just at random driving times. Whenever car has sat longer then a few hours with all windows up. When open doors is has very musty smell. I have done everything to do with cleaning vehicle. This is a hybrid I'm a lil scared when it comes to electrical fire . Do to this musty smell. That means there is some type of fluid gathering somewhere. So what does Toyota plan on doing?
Toyota Avalon 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-06-12
- VIN: 4T1BD1EB4DU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I have a smell of moldy old water what is going on ? Why is water filling up in my trunk? What do my head lights bulb keep going out? WHY HAVEN'T YOU GUYS DONE ANYTHING? For real I have a darn battery in my trunk come on. I already had to purchase a battery .
Toyota Avalon 2005
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-05-08
- VIN: 4T1BK36B45U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that the vehicle was in direct sunlight, and the instrument panel cracked. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall for the failure. The manufacturer was aware of the failure and referred contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 165,000.
Latest 5 recalls Toyota Avalon
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 86 recalls for different components of the Toyota Avalon.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Toyota Avalon 2021
- Report Received Date: 2023-12-20
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: 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. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
- Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 2, 2024. A second notice will be mailed once the remedy is available. Multiple phases are planned through 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
- Model: Toyota Avalon 2020
- Report Received Date: 2023-12-20
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: 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. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
- Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 2, 2024. A second notice will be mailed once the remedy is available. Multiple phases are planned through 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
- Model: Toyota Avalon 2020
- Report Received Date: 2020-11-25
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Toyota Avalon and 2020 Avalon Hybrid, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Breakaway pins within the steering column, designed to absorb energy and reduce injury during a crash, could have been damaged during production, possibly affecting the performance of the driver's air bag in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not perform as designed can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB17/20TA17.
- Model: Toyota Avalon 2021
- Report Received Date: 2020-11-25
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Toyota Avalon and 2020 Avalon Hybrid, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Breakaway pins within the steering column, designed to absorb energy and reduce injury during a crash, could have been damaged during production, possibly affecting the performance of the driver's air bag in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not perform as designed can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB17/20TA17.
- Model: Toyota Avalon 2019
- Report Received Date: 2020-11-04
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
Latest negative Toyota Avalon car reviews
Latest positive Toyota Avalon car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2012
Great therapy for aching back! This car is very agile and has acceleration that will surprise you - it's even quicker than my Porsche 912. It would be great to have a soundproof window barrier between the driver compartment and the rear seat when my grandchildren are back there!
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Vehicle year: 2001
This car is truly impressive! I want to share some unique insights about it that haven't been mentioned yet. When it comes to handling and steering, despite its weight, this car can still corner surprisingly well. The steering response is tight yet light, making it a pleasure to drive. I even upsized my rims, which has improved my handling even more. As for reliability, I'm a stickler for preventative maintenance and follow the book to the 'T'. However, this car has destroyed my OCD around maintenance. Even after 90k miles, I could have easily gone to 150k or even 200k without replacing any components. I recently did the timing belt and other related parts, and when I asked for my old parts to take a look at wear, they looked new! I'm confident that I won't have to replace any of those components ever again for the life of this vehicle. I've been using Denso parts, which are OEM spec, and full synthetic oil for the engine, which runs better and prevents sludge. I don't drive like a grandpa either, despite this car's image. I'm a 27-year-old male, and this car suits me perfectly. Check out the Style section for more on that.Don’t get me wrong, I’m not suggesting that you prolong the recommended service intervals. However, it is worth noting that Toyota over-specs, which is great news for us consumers. In fact, my only unscheduled maintenance was an O2 sensor back at 40-50k miles. When it comes to style, looks, fit, and finish, this car boasts some nice, thick, high-quality paint. Despite being 16 years old, it still looks mostly new, with just a few chips and dings. The leather is also in tip-top shape, and I try to clean and condition it a few times a year. However, it's worth noting that without this, it would still be in great condition. I recently upgraded the rims to 18”, and it has completely transformed the look of the vehicle. It now has a sporty appearance, similar to the Lexus IS series from the same generation, without compromising on comfort. Don't just take my word for it, take a look at the pictures and see for yourself: http://imgur.com/a/1RS2R
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Vehicle year: 2004
I purchased my Avalon from a kind gentleman who had meticulously kept every record for the past 10 years. He had kept track of every oil change, tire change, new part purchase, and everything else! The car drove like new, so I decided to buy it from him. I then drove 2000 miles across Canada, and the car didn't give me any trouble at all. Even when I was driving up and over the Rocky Mountains, fully loaded with all my stuff and three cats, Grandpa (as I affectionately call it) took it like a champ. I was getting around 8 L/100km or 29 MPG, which was great! Before buying the car, I did a lot of research and found out that while some of them have sludge engine oil problems, they are generally bulletproof. Many Avalons are for sale with over 300K miles, and some even have over 400K miles! If you keep up with oil and fluid changes, get new plugs every 100K miles, and drive it even half decently nice, this car will give you thousands of problem-free miles. As for comfort, I can honestly say that it was more comfortable than my brand new Tacoma or my partner's 2019 Impreza. As soon as you get in this car, you can feel that it was made for driver comfort. It is not made for fast cornering, but it is great for long drives. I had read how great the visibility was in this car, but I was still surprised by how few and small the blind spots were. I feel so confident on the highway passing and pulling in and out of lanes because of this. I am probably slightly younger than most people who own this car at 38, but if you want comfort, reliability, and safety, considering the age of the vehicle, you cannot go wrong with the Avalon.
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Vehicle year: 2022
This is a really good vehicle! It has all the latest features and safety controls of modern cars today. The seats are comfortable and adjust well, although the suede in place of leather for the seats is still up for debate. The front grill may be a little overbearing, but it does make it distinctive and sets it apart from the normal cookie-cutter designs of today. I have the touring model, so I can adjust the ride and steering dynamics. The ride and engine are both very good. The transmission can be a little indecisive at lower speeds, but it would be nice if Toyota updated the software for this. I did have an electrical ignition glitch after 6 weeks of delivery, which acted like a bad battery connection. I'm not sure what it was, but the local service department took care of the issue. Overall, I would definitely buy this vehicle again!
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Vehicle year: 2016
This is my third Avalon. You can't beat the ride and value. I've never owned any other car that I was so enamored with that I insisted on having another one. I love it.
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Chesley Weber 2025-02-17
Vehicle year: 1997
This car has had several issues since it was purchased new, including transmission leaks at 60k and the need to replace all steering components before 100k. Additionally, the power steering pump had to be replaced twice. Another issue is the significant tire wear, with even top-rated tires wearing out in just 20k miles. These problems are disappointing, especially considering the high cost of the car.
Mack Kuhic 2025-02-11
Vehicle year: 2015
The car's performance is good, but the quality of the interior materials could be improved. Additionally, the radio has a tendency to reset itself during a ride, which can be frustrating. There is also some water leakage when the door is open, which is not ideal. The car's headroom is somewhat limited, but it is still comfortable to drive. At higher speeds, such as on the interstate, there is some wind noise that can be noticeable. Overall, while I had a great experience with past Avalon models, I have noticed a decline in quality with the newer trims. As a customer, I hope to see improvements in the future.
Kayley Reinger 2025-02-10
Vehicle year: 1998
At around 113000 miles, there may be oil gel/sludge in the engine below the valves. At 131340 miles, I noticed dried oil in the form of coffee grinds in the internal oil screen that filters the oil inside the oil pan cover. If the oil light comes on at 131340 miles, please have it towed to your closest dealer to avoid paying for a new engine. Please inform the Service Manager that no one should drive it or let it run at idle, as this could cause major internal engine damage. Unfortunately, I was not notified by the manufacturer of a recall for sludge. If you notice smoking, it could be a sign of an oil gel problem, which is covered by the manufacturer. At 131300 miles, I changed the front springs.
Kristoffer Lehner 2025-02-09
Vehicle year: 2006
Our 2006 Toyota Avalon with 92k miles was diagnosed with a timing cover oil leak at my local Toyota dealership. The cost to repair was $1950. This problem is very common in the 3rd generation Avalons, as Toyota has issued service bulletins on this issue. As the original owner, we have taken great care of the car, keeping it garage-kept and servicing it at our local dealership every 5K miles. Despite this, we were disappointed to encounter such a costly repair cost due to a defective sealant on the timing cover. However, we remain confident in Toyota's long history of dependability and recognize that they have acknowledged this issue. While we did contact Toyota customer service to express our concerns, we understand that the car is now out of warranty and we have continued to use it without any issues. We appreciate Toyota's commitment to quality and look forward to continued reliability from our Avalon.
Miller Rosenbaum 2025-02-08
Vehicle year: 2009
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my 2009 Avalon. Although it only has 3000 miles on it, I've decided not to drive it anymore due to some safety concerns. Unfortunately, I've experienced some issues with the brakes, which has caused a few accidents and some damage to the car. Despite taking it to Toyota dealers, they haven't been able to find a problem. My husband and brother have also experienced the same issue, but the dealers say that no one else has reported anything similar. I just wanted to share my experience and let you know that I've decided not to drive the car anymore. Stay safe!