Toyota Avalon Hybrid recalls and problems
10 recalls and 63 owner complaints for 9 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
10
Complaints
63
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
1
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Toyota Avalon Hybrid by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Avalon Hybrid | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 Avalon Hybrid | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Avalon Hybrid | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Avalon Hybrid | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Avalon Hybrid | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Avalon Hybrid | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Avalon Hybrid | 2 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Avalon Hybrid | 2 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 Avalon Hybrid | 3 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Most reported Toyota Avalon Hybrid problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | |
| Unknown or Other | 10 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Service Brakes | 6 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Seats | 4 | |
| Power Train | 3 |
All Toyota Avalon Hybrid recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V-865 | Dec 20, 2023 | 2020–2021 | Air Bags | 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… |
| 20V-734 | Nov 25, 2020 | 2020 | Air Bags, Steering | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Toyota Avalon and 2020 Avalon Hybrid, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. |
| 20V-064 | Feb 6, 2020 | 2020 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid and Lexus ES300h and 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.5L 4-Cylinder engines. |
| 20V-024 | Jan 17, 2020 | 2013–2018 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. |
| 19V-244 | Mar 27, 2019 | 2019 | Equipment | Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. |
| 19V-097 | Feb 14, 2019 | 2019 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. |
| 18V-685 | Oct 4, 2018 | 2019 | Electrical System, Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. |
| 17V-462 | Jul 20, 2017 | 2016 | Power Train | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. |
| 15V-728 | Nov 3, 2015 | 2013–2015 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 19, 2012 to October 27, 2015 and 2013-2015 Lexus ES350 and ES300h… |
| 13V-505 | Oct 17, 2013 | 2013 | Visibility | Toyota Motor Engineering & manufacturing North America, Inc. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Toyota Avalon Hybrid?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid has the most reports (23). Check the 2013 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Toyota Avalon Hybrid have?
NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls covering Toyota Avalon Hybrid model years 2013–2021.
What are the most common Toyota Avalon Hybrid problems?
Owners report air bags, unknown or other, vehicle speed control problems most often.