Toyota Avalon Hybrid Problems by Year
Toyota Avalon Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Avalon Hybrid year: 2013, 2014, 2015. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2013 Avalon Hybrid: 23 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2014 Avalon Hybrid: 18 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2015 Avalon Hybrid: 12 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2018 Avalon Hybrid: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2019 Avalon Hybrid: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 2016 Avalon Hybrid: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Toyota Avalon Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 3 | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 3 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Seats | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Toyota Avalon Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Avalon Hybrid | 0 | 0 | 5★ | — | |
| 2021 Avalon Hybrid | 6 | 1 | 5★ | Air Bags | |
| 2020 Avalon Hybrid | 0 | 3 | 5★ | — | |
| 2019 Avalon Hybrid | 1 | 3 | 5★ | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2018 Avalon Hybrid | 1 | 1 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2017 Avalon Hybrid | 0 | 1 | 5★ | — | |
| 2016 Avalon Hybrid | 2 | 2 | 5★ | Power Train | |
| 2015 Avalon Hybrid | 12 | 2 | 5★ | Service Brakes | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2014 Avalon Hybrid | 18 | 2 | 5★ | Unknown or Other | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2013 Avalon Hybrid | 23 | 3 | 5★ | Forward Collision Avoidance | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Avalon Hybrid years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2013 (23), 2014 (18), 2015 (12) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Avalon Hybrid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Toyota Avalon Hybrid?
Air Bags, with 10 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Toyota Avalon Hybrid have?
10 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.