2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID

2 recalls — 19 complaints — 230 TSBs — 5/5 safety rating

20V024000 Jan 17, 2020
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Defect Description
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 a... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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 ... Read more
2,891,976 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
15V728000 Nov 3, 2015
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
Defect Description
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 equippe... Read more
Consequence
A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
30,812 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

19 total complaints 1 crashes 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SERVICE BRAKES5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
ENGINE2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)2
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE1
AIR BAGS1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY1
ENGINE Jan 26, 2021
Incident date: Dec 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWN A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE HYBRID ENGINE ON THE VEHICLE SWITCHED FROM ELECTRIC TO GASOLINE OPERATION WHICH CAUSE A FASTER ACCELERATION AND JERKING MOTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE SHOULD NOT HAVE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Sep 18, 2019
Incident date: Sep 18, 2019
THE AVALON HYBRIDS COVERED ONLY BY WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT ZKK ARE SUFFERING THE SAME DANGERS AND FVMSS NONCOMPLIANCE DUE TO BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP ASSEMBLY FAILURES AS THOSE TOYOTA COVERED BY SAFETY RECALLS (D0H & K0L). BY EXCLUDING AVALON HYBRIDS WITH DEFECTIVE BRAKES FROM THE D0H AND K0L SAFETY RECALLS,... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Sep 18, 2019
Incident date: Sep 18, 2019
THE AVALON HYBRIDS COVERED ONLY BY WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT ZKK ARE SUFFERING THE SAME DANGERS AND FVMSS NONCOMPLIANCE DUE TO BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP ASSEMBLY FAILURES AS THOSE TOYOTA COVERED BY SAFETY RECALLS (D0H & K0L). BY EXCLUDING AVALON HYBRIDS WITH DEFECTIVE BRAKES FROM THE D0H AND K0L SAFETY RECALLS,... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 18, 2019
Incident date: Sep 18, 2019
THE AVALON HYBRIDS COVERED ONLY BY WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT ZKK ARE SUFFERING THE SAME DANGERS AND FVMSS NONCOMPLIANCE DUE TO BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP ASSEMBLY FAILURES AS THOSE TOYOTA COVERED BY SAFETY RECALLS (D0H & K0L). BY EXCLUDING AVALON HYBRIDS WITH DEFECTIVE BRAKES FROM THE D0H AND K0L SAFETY RECALLS,... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY Jun 24, 2019
Incident date: Jun 22, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN EXPLOSION AND NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT CALLED NEWARK TOYOTA WORLD (230 E CLEVELAND AVE, NEWARK, DE 19711) AND SCHEDULED A DIAGNOSTIC AND REPAIR AP... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES May 14, 2018
Incident date: Apr 13, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD BEFORE STOPPING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DAYTONA TOYOTA 1700 (451 N NOVA RD, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32114, (386) 255-7475), BUT THE FAILURE COULD NO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 19, 2018
Incident date: Apr 14, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION IN THE VEHICLE, WHICH SHORTED OUT THE DISPLAY PANEL WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER (DON MCGILL TOYOTA, 11800 KATY FWY HOUSTON, TX 77079, (281) 496-2000) WAS NOTIFIED AND AN APPOINTMENT WAS SCHE... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Jan 13, 2018
Incident date: Nov 29, 2017
TIME TO TIME EVERYTHING ON THE DASHBOARD OF MY CAR SHUTDOWN (LIGHTS, NAVIGATION, STEREO SYSTEM E.T.C. ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES, IT MOSTLY HAPPENS WHEN I DRIVE, ALSO THE DASHBOARD MAKES A NOISE WHICH SOUNDS LIKE A CLICK. ABOUT AN YEAR AGO I GOT A RECALL FOR BUT WHEN I BROUGHT MY CAR TO THE TOYOTA OF N... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jan 13, 2018
Incident date: Nov 29, 2017
TIME TO TIME EVERYTHING ON THE DASHBOARD OF MY CAR SHUTDOWN (LIGHTS, NAVIGATION, STEREO SYSTEM E.T.C. ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES, IT MOSTLY HAPPENS WHEN I DRIVE, ALSO THE DASHBOARD MAKES A NOISE WHICH SOUNDS LIKE A CLICK. ABOUT AN YEAR AGO I GOT A RECALL FOR BUT WHEN I BROUGHT MY CAR TO THE TOYOTA OF N... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 13, 2018
Incident date: Nov 29, 2017
TIME TO TIME EVERYTHING ON THE DASHBOARD OF MY CAR SHUTDOWN (LIGHTS, NAVIGATION, STEREO SYSTEM E.T.C. ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES, IT MOSTLY HAPPENS WHEN I DRIVE, ALSO THE DASHBOARD MAKES A NOISE WHICH SOUNDS LIKE A CLICK. ABOUT AN YEAR AGO I GOT A RECALL FOR BUT WHEN I BROUGHT MY CAR TO THE TOYOTA OF N... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 24, 2016
Incident date: Nov 3, 2015
NOTHING HAPPENED. CAR WORKS FINE. GOT THIS RECALL LAST NOVEMBER 2015 FROM TOYOTA AND HAVE NOT HEARD FROM THEM SINCE. NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 15V728. ALMOST A YEAR LATER AND I'M STILL WAITING.
SERVICE BRAKES May 9, 2016
Incident date: Sep 2, 2015
PRE-COLLISION RADAR SYSTEM (SAFETY RECALL)THE VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN SITUATIONS, THE PCS (PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM) COULD INTERPRET A STEEL JOINT OR PLATE IN THE ROADWAY AS AN OBJECT THAT TRIGGERS PCS ACTIVATION. IF THIS OCCURS, THE PCS WARNING BUZZER SOUNDS AND THE SYSTEM WILL APPLY THE SERVICE BRAKE ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Apr 13, 2016
Incident date: Nov 15, 2015
MY AVALON HYBRID WAS "RECALLED" OVER 6 MONTHS AGO FOR THE TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE PACKAGE. CONSUMER REPORTS SAYS THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE SO I PURCHASED THE SAFEST POSSIBLE CAR. BUT, THE CAR STILL LACKS THIS FEATURE. WHEN WILL I GET THIS SAFETY FEATURE INSTALLED?
ENGINE Apr 13, 2016
Incident date: Nov 15, 2015
MY AVALON HYBRID WAS "RECALLED" OVER 6 MONTHS AGO FOR THE TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE PACKAGE. CONSUMER REPORTS SAYS THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE SO I PURCHASED THE SAFEST POSSIBLE CAR. BUT, THE CAR STILL LACKS THIS FEATURE. WHEN WILL I GET THIS SAFETY FEATURE INSTALLED?
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 13, 2016
Incident date: Nov 15, 2015
MY AVALON HYBRID WAS "RECALLED" OVER 6 MONTHS AGO FOR THE TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE PACKAGE. CONSUMER REPORTS SAYS THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE SO I PURCHASED THE SAFEST POSSIBLE CAR. BUT, THE CAR STILL LACKS THIS FEATURE. WHEN WILL I GET THIS SAFETY FEATURE INSTALLED?
AIR BAGS Apr 11, 2016
Incident date: Mar 16, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WITH ANOTHER THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS BROADSIDED BY A PICKUP; HOWEVER, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. TH... Read more
Crash 1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 19, 2016
Incident date: Dec 30, 2015
PCS RECALL. THE DEALER DISCONNECTED THIS SAFETY SYSTEM THE BEGINNING OF JANUARY AND WITH NUMEROUS INQUIRIES I HAVE RECEIVED NO FIX DATE. THIS IS A NEW CAR AND ONE OF MY REASONS FOR BUYING WAS THE PCS SAFETY SYSTEM AND THEY CAN'T FIX IT. I ASKED TO BE GIVEN A CAR WITH THIS SYSTEM TO DRIVE UNTIL THE... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE Feb 2, 2016
Incident date: Nov 3, 2015
MY NAME IS [XXX] AND I AM A DISABLED VETERAN. ON MAY 25, 2015 I WAS IN A SEVERE ACCIDENT AND NOW I AM 100% DISABLED. AFTER THE ACCIDENT I WANTED A VEHICLE WITH EVERY SAFETY OPTION POSSIBLE BECAUSE I HAVE PTSD ABOUT DRIVING. I BOUGHT A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID LIMITED THAT HAD PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 2, 2016
Incident date: Nov 3, 2015
MY NAME IS [XXX] AND I AM A DISABLED VETERAN. ON MAY 25, 2015 I WAS IN A SEVERE ACCIDENT AND NOW I AM 100% DISABLED. AFTER THE ACCIDENT I WANTED A VEHICLE WITH EVERY SAFETY OPTION POSSIBLE BECAUSE I HAVE PTSD ABOUT DRIVING. I BOUGHT A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID LIMITED THAT HAD PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM ... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID

2015 Toyota Avalon HYBRID 4 DR FWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Driver 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Passenger 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 10.7%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningOptional
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy — 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) 40.0 39.0 40.0 Regular $1,700

CO2 Emissions: 223.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID

230 manufacturer communications from 95 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT41
160000 STRUCTURE30
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL19
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.19
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL16
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM16
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY12
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)10
T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 4, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-SB-0043-14 Jan 22, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.
23TE09A Dec 14, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
DP: On November 28, 2023, a class action settlement of claims for certain airbag control units was finally approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Toyota?s agreement to provide an Extended New Parts Warranty for parts install
TSB005823 Aug 21, 2023
138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS
TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repair
Z3G_Dealer_Lette Dec 14, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
Z2G_Dealer_Lette Dec 14, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Dec 14, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
Z3G_Dealer_Lette Nov 18, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
Z2G_Dealer_Lette Nov 18, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Nov 18, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Nov 17, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
Z3G_Technical_In Nov 17, 2022
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
Z3G_Paint_Repair Nov 17, 2022
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CSP: Customer Support Program ZKG ? Paint Repair Process
Z3G_Dealer_Lette Nov 17, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
Z2G_Dealer_Lette Nov 17, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
TSB001221Rev2 Jun 14, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and
T-SB-0119-15 Rev May 31, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing a rescue c
T-SB-0119-15 Rev May 31, 2022
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing a rescue c
TSB009421Rev1 May 26, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur
Support Program May 18, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
ZKG_Paint_Repair Apr 28, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
CSP: Customer Support Program ZKG - Paint Repair Process Operation Flow Chart
ZKG_Technical_In Apr 28, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
TI: Technical Instructions Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
ZKG_Technical_In Apr 28, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
TI: Technical Instructions Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Apr 28, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Apr 28, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
T-SB-0003-22 Jan 28, 2022
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
TSB This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year El
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
T-SB-0094-21 Nov 23, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur
ZKG Important Up Oct 28, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
ZKG Customer Sup Oct 27, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
RL: CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
T-SB-0088-21 Oct 4, 2021
284300 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation
T-SB-0088-21 Oct 4, 2021
264300 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation
Toyota PRO21-UFR May 24, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 TOYOTA UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL
Toyota Safety Re Mar 17, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Oct 27, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v
Customer Support Oct 27, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
RE: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Sep 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Sep 14, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
ZKG_Proper_Photo Sep 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
ZKG WEBSITE PROPER PHOTOGRAPH SUBMISSION
ZKG_Proper_Photo Sep 14, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
ZKG WEBSITE PROPER PHOTOGRAPH SUBMISSION
ZKK - Dealer Pac Aug 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
DL: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 - 2014 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles and certain 2013 - 2015 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicles. These reports have indicated ce
ZKK - Dealer Pac Aug 18, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
DL: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 - 2014 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles and certain 2013 - 2015 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicles. These reports have indicated ce
ZKK - Dealer Pac Aug 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
DL: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 - 2014 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles and certain 2013 - 2015 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicles. These reports have indicated ce
ZKK - Dealer Pac Aug 18, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
DL: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 - 2014 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles and certain 2013 - 2015 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicles. These reports have indicated ce
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Aug 6, 2020
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Aug 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Aug 6, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Aug 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
T-SB-0035-16 Rev Aug 5, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2014 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio (version 010169), Entune? Audio Plus (version 010171), or Entune? Premium Audio (version 010185) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Bluetooth? someti
T-SB-0074-20 Aug 5, 2020
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
TSB: Some 2003 ? 2020 model year Prius, Prius C, Prius V; 2006 ? 2019 model year Highlander Hybrid Vehicle; 2007 ? 2020 Camry Hybrid Vehicle; 2013 ? 2020 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicle; 2016 ? 2020 model year Mirai and RAV4 Hybrid Vehic
T-SB-0074-20 Aug 5, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
TSB: Some 2003 ? 2020 model year Prius, Prius C, Prius V; 2006 ? 2019 model year Highlander Hybrid Vehicle; 2007 ? 2020 Camry Hybrid Vehicle; 2013 ? 2020 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicle; 2016 ? 2020 model year Mirai and RAV4 Hybrid Vehic
ZKG_Dealer_Lette May 15, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
ZKG_Dealer_Lette May 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh
ZKG_Technical_In May 15, 2020
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
ZKG_Technical_In May 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint
ZKG_Dealer Email Feb 6, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle
ZKG_Dealer_Lette Feb 6, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle
ZKG_Paint_Repair Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Support Program ZKG ? Paint Repair Process OPERATION FLOW CHART
ZKG_Technical_In Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Phase 2 ? Customer Renotification and Repair Phase Repair is Now Available Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint C
ZKG_Technical In Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Phase 2 ? Customer Renotification and Repair Phase Repair is Now Available Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint C
ZKG_Technical In Dec 19, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Technical Instructions: December 12, 2019. This document has been updated to clarify that only authorized Toyota dealerships are authorized to confirm if the paint peeling condition is covered by this program. However, after confirming that
ZKG_Dealer Packa Dec 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Package: December 12, 2019 This document has been updated to clarify that only authorized Toyota dealerships are authorized to confirm if the paint peeling condition is covered by this program. However, after confirming that the pain
ZKG_Dealer Packa Dec 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer Package: December 12, 2019 This document has been updated to clarify that only authorized Toyota dealerships are authorized to confirm if the paint peeling condition is covered by this program. However, after confirming that the pain
ZKG_Technical In Dec 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Instructions: Customer Support Program ZKG ? Technical Instructions. December 12, 2019. This document has been updated to clarify that only authorized Toyota dealerships are authorized to confirm if the paint peeling condition is
ZKG_Technical In Dec 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Technical Instructions: Customer Support Program ZKG ? Technical Instructions. December 12, 2019. This document has been updated to clarify that only authorized Toyota dealerships are authorized to confirm if the paint peeling condition is
ZKG_Dealer Packa Dec 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Dealer Package: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied du
ZKG_Paint Repair Dec 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Process: Customer Support Program ZKG ? Paint Repair Process.
ZKG_Technical In Dec 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Phase 2 ? Customer Renotification and Repair Phase Repair is Now Available Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super Whit
ZKG_Dealer Email Dec 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Dealer Email: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied duri
ZKG_Region Lette Dec 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Region Letter: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied dur
Customer Support Dec 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Dealer Daily Message: ***Phase 2 ? Customer Renotification and Repair Phase*** Repair is Now Available Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Fact
ZKG_Region Email Dec 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Region Email: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied duri
ZKG_Dealer Email Aug 9, 2019
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Dealer Email: Phase 1 - Customer Notification Phase Repair Not Yet Available. Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indic
ZKG_Dealer Packa Aug 9, 2019
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Dealer Package: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied du
ZKG_Dealer Packa Aug 9, 2019
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Dealer Package: Phase 1 - Customer Notification Phase Repair Not Yet Available. Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports ind
ZKG_Region Lette Aug 8, 2019
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Region Letter: Phase 1 ? Customer Notification Phase Repair Not Yet Available. Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports ind
ZKG_Region Email Aug 8, 2019
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Region Email: Phase 1 - Customer Notification Phase Repair Not Yet Available. Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indic
T-SB-0033-14-Obs Jul 9, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE July 9, 2019: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0080-19.
T-SB-0080-19 Jul 9, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14 is obsolete and
T-SB-0080-19 Jul 9, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14 is obsolete and
T-SB-0076-19 Jul 3, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2009 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles with super chrome wheel finishes may become discolored and/or damaged when aftermarket cleaners, polishes, or brake dust removal products are used on wheels with super chrome finishes. Wheel
T-SB-0076-19 Jul 3, 2019
200000 WHEELS
TSB: Some 2009 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles with super chrome wheel finishes may become discolored and/or damaged when aftermarket cleaners, polishes, or brake dust removal products are used on wheels with super chrome finishes. Wheel
T-SB-0134-16-Rev Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-SB-0134-16-Rev Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-SB-0134-16-Rev Jul 1, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-TT-0442-17_Rev Apr 30, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TT: Safety Connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active after the initial trial period. Once the subscription has expired the DCM (Telematics Transceiver) will be in an inactive state. In some in
T-TT-0442-17_Rev Apr 30, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Safety Connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active after the initial trial period. Once the subscription has expired the DCM (Telematics Transceiver) will be in an inactive state. In some in
T-TT-0442-17_Rev Apr 30, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TT: Safety Connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active after the initial trial period. Once the subscription has expired the DCM (Telematics Transceiver) will be in an inactive state. In some in
T-TT-0414-16-Rev Feb 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-TT-0414-16-Rev Feb 28, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-TT-0414-16-Rev Feb 28, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-SB-0044-16_Rev Feb 7, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 7, 2019 Rev2: * Applicability has been updated to include 2010 - 2014 model year Matrix, 2017 - 2019 model year C-HR, 2019 model year Corolla Hatchback, and 2018 - 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. G418 The Intr
T-TT-0414-16-Rev Sep 12, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-TT-0414-16-Rev Sep 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-SB-0039-18 May 29, 2018
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0151-13. * Applicability has been updated to include 2016 - 2018 model year Avalon and Avalon HV and 2017 model year Camry and Camry H
T-SB-0009-18 Feb 2, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather and synthetic leather care in Toyota vehicles. As an additional resource, if the vehicle is equipped with factory leather seats, the ve
T-SB-0009-18 Feb 2, 2018
220000 SEATS
TSB: The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather and synthetic leather care in Toyota vehicles. As an additional resource, if the vehicle is equipped with factory leather seats, the ve

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NHTSA Safety Investigations — TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP23005 Opened: Nov 22, 2023
DP — Open — Model Year: 2013
Brake Actuator Valve Wear
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received a petition dated September 19, 2023 from the owner of a 2012 Toyota Prius V requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP19-004. In the letter, the petitioner reported experiencing an unexpected and complete loss of brake power while dr... Read more
DP19004 Opened: Sep 30, 2019 — Closed: Jan 21, 2021
DP — Closed — Model Year: 2013
Brake Actuator Valve Wear
On September 19, 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a defect petition from Mr. Roger Hogan requesting that the Agency investigate and recall certain Toyota Prius, Prius PHV, Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles for a brake actuator valve wear condition covered under Toyota C... Read more

TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID across all model years (2013–2021).

18 Total Recalls
81 Total Complaints
2 Investigations
10 Reported Crashes
2 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2021 1 6 View
2020 3 0 View
2019 3 1 View
2018 1 1 View
2017 1 0 View
2016 2 3 View
2015 (current) 2 19
2014 2 21 View
2013 3 30 View

Other TOYOTA Models

Model Recalls Complaints
TUNDRA 787 9,074 View
HIGHLANDER 677 6,756 View
RAV4 669 11,842 View
CROWN 548 141 View
TACOMA 406 10,562 View
VENZA 404 969 View
GRAND HIGHLANDER 388 332 View
PRIUS 365 15,456 View