Toyota Avalon Structure Problems
Owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the Toyota Avalon across 25 model years. The 2007 model year has the most (30).
- 197structure complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 17mention a crash
- 17mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 39%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 133 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 197 complaints, 17 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 17 an injury.
Toyota Avalon structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Avalon | 2 | 3% | 2,370 |
| 2018 Avalon | 1 | 4% | — |
| 2017 Avalon | 1 | 7% | — |
| 2016 Avalon | 3 | 13% | 15,000 |
| 2015 Avalon | 3 | 7% | 39,000 |
| 2014 Avalon | 12 | 13% | 7,469 |
| 2013 Avalon | 25 | 18% | 1,000 |
| 2012 Avalon | 6 | 20% | 17,000 |
| 2011 Avalon | 6 | 6% | 36,000 |
| 2010 Avalon | 1 | 2% | 99,700 |
| 2009 Avalon | 4 | 4% | 81,000 |
| 2008 Avalon | 22 | 6% | 64,850 |
| 2007 Avalon | 30 | 12% | 57,954 |
| 2006 Avalon | 23 | 6% | 50,000 |
| 2005 Avalon | 15 | 7% | 49,650 |
| 2004 Avalon | 4 | 2% | 69,000 |
| 2003 Avalon | 7 | 2% | 65,750 |
| 2002 Avalon | 2 | 2% | 99,931 |
| 2001 Avalon | 5 | 4% | 28,138 |
| 2000 Avalon | 2 | 1% | 147,500 |
| 1999 Avalon | 3 | 3% | 184,300 |
| 1998 Avalon | 7 | 4% | 70,000 |
| 1997 Avalon | 2 | 2% | 189,500 |
| 1996 Avalon | 3 | 3% | — |
| 1995 Avalon | 8 | 10% | 39,184 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Structure:frame and members
Model years: 2001
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front sub frame assembly has not been adequately welded.
Risk: This condition could cause failure of the assembly following long-term usage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front sub frame, if necessary. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Car catch a fire while I was working inside
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that the brake line was leaking brake fluid. The brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the subframe and rear axle were rusted. The contact had replaced the brakes. The contact stated that the failure…
I recently took my car in for maintenance and I was offered a complimentary car wash. 1 week after the wash, I noticed there were cloth fibers stuck between the rear side body panels. When i pulled them out, there was evidence of rust and corrosion right underneath. I suspected the cloth fibers…
While driving my 2009 Toyota Avalon on a sunny day, I could not see clearly through my windshield due to the intense sunlight reflection from my dashboard. Upon searching the Internet, I see this is an ongoing issue with my car model. The manufacturer does not provide any remedy to address this…
Water is filling up in my trunk not sure how it is getting in . Have noticed a lil water stains along back top of lining. I started smelling a stail water smell when I found a puddle of water under my spare tire . Im extremely worried with winter coming again . Not to mention there is a battery…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Toyota Avalons have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 197 owner complaints about structure for the Toyota Avalon. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Toyota Avalon structure?
Yes: 1 safety recall list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
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