2014 Toyota Avalon recalls and problems
The 2014 Toyota Avalon has 4 safety recalls and 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2014 Toyota Avalon vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2014 Toyota Avalon recalls
Recall 20V-024: Air Bags
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Risk: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.
Recall 15V-728: Forward Collision Avoidance
Problem: 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 vehicles manufactured June 18, 2012 to July 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a Pre-Collision System (PCS) as optional equipment. In these vehicles, the PCS may unexpectedly activate and apply the brakes when the radar detects a steel joint or plate in the roadway as an object.
Risk: A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain PCS components, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this campaign are F1V and F2E.
Recall 14V-715: Suspension
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.
Recall 14V-576: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
2014 Toyota Avalon problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 21 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 18 | |
| Structure | 12 | |
| Electrical System | 11 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 9 | |
| Air Bags | 7 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | |
| Steering | 6 | |
| Service Brakes | 6 | |
| Seats | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | |
| Visibility | 4 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 8
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 3
- Equipment › Electrical › Navigational System(Global Positioning System) — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Dynamic Brake Support/Brake Assist — 1
- Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust — 1
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
- Steering › Steering Wheel /Handle Bar › Yaw/Angle Sensor — 1
- Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 14,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2014 Toyota Avalon complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2014 Toyota Avalon: 20V-024 (air bags), 15V-728 (forward collision avoidance), 14V-715 (suspension), 14V-576 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Toyota Avalon?
Owners report unknown or other problems most often (21 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (18). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 14,000 miles.
Are Toyota recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.