Toyota Avalon Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Toyota Avalon across 17 model years. The 1997 model year has the most (26). The words owners use most often: “front struts” (7% of reports).
- 126suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 6mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 26%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Front struts: mentioned in 9 of 126 complaints (7%)
- Rear suspension: mentioned in 9 of 126 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 49 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 126 complaints, 6 mention a crash, 1 an injury.
Toyota Avalon suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Avalon | 2 | 3% | 400 |
| 2012 Avalon | 1 | 3% | 16,000 |
| 2011 Avalon | 1 | 1% | 337 |
| 2010 Avalon | 1 | 2% | 83,000 |
| 2007 Avalon | 6 | 2% | 88,908 |
| 2006 Avalon | 4 | 1% | 35,000 |
| 2005 Avalon | 6 | 3% | 88,500 |
| 2004 Avalon | 4 | 2% | 106,500 |
| 2003 Avalon | 9 | 3% | 47,850 |
| 2002 Avalon | 3 | 3% | 122,000 |
| 2001 Avalon | 8 | 6% | 22,000 |
| 2000 Avalon | 13 | 8% | 46,839 |
| 1999 Avalon | 14 | 15% | 39,700 |
| 1998 Avalon | 19 | 11% | 105,000 |
| 1997 Avalon | 26 | 21% | 134,500 |
| 1996 Avalon | 4 | 4% | — |
| 1995 Avalon | 5 | 6% | 103,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Model years: 2014
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Camry, Camry HV, Avalon, and Avalon HV vehicles equipped with 16-inch and 17-inch rims. In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm may have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm may not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.
Risk: Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm may separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Suspension:rear
Model years: 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to improper heat treatment, the rear axle may not have adequate strength in some areas.
Risk: After extended use of the vehicle, the rear axle shafts could fail or break.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear axle hub assemblies.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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…
Ella tuvo realmente la culpa
Please check for all of the recalls on my car
Tie rods detached from frame, along with steering parts became unsafe on minor highway speed turnes
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? 1- AUG 2020- MEGA MOTERS- PURCHASSED AUTO- CARFAX AND AUTO GURO- RECOMMENDED THIS VEHISCAL AND SALES PITCH INCLUDED THESE COMPANIES- HE SAID HE DOES GOOD BUSINESS- HE SAID HE WILL FIX ALL ISSUES IF…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Toyota Avalons have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 126 owner complaints about suspension 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 suspension?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Toyota Avalon?
The most frequent phrase is “front struts”, in 9 of 126 complaints, followed by “rear suspension” (9).
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