2012 TOYOTA AVALON

4 recalls, 35 complaints - 363 TSBs

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
18V569000 Aug 29, 2018
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota Avalon vehicles. During a vehicle repair, the seat belt inner buckles may have been replaced with parts that may incorrectly tell the air bag management system that the seat belt is always buckled.
Consequence
If the seat belt is falsely interpreted as being buckled, in the event of a crash, the air bags may not deploy appropriately, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the seat belt assembly to verify that it is properly detecting being unbuckled, replacing the inner seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. ... Read more
19,354 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
15V047000 Jan 28, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Toyota Avalon vehicles manufactured February 9, 2010, to October 22, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the sub-woofer speaker located in the trunk may experience an intermittent electrical short which may caus... Read more
Consequence
A constant electrical current flow may cause the sub-woofer to overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the audio system amplifier and install a protective cover around the sub-woofer, free of charge. The recall began on July 1,2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
51,495 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
13V442000 Oct 17, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Avalon, Avalon HV, Venza, Camry, and Camry HV vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the drain hose for the air conditioning condenser may become clogged causing water to accumulate at the bottom of the air conditioning condenser unit housing. The accu... Read more
Consequence
A short circuit may cause the air bags to become disabled or inadvertently deploy. An inadvertent airbag deployment can increase the risk of injury or the possibility of a crash. An inoperative airbag can increase the risk of injury in a severe crash. The power steering assist could also become i... Read more
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will seal the air conditioning condenser unit housing and install a protective cover on the airbag control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
802,769 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

35 total complaints 11 crashes 1 fires 9 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
AIR BAGS6
STRUCTURE:BODY5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
SERVICE BRAKES3
VISIBILITY/WIPER3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
SUSPENSION1
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)1
SEATS1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 5, 2023
Incident date: May 4, 2023
I was driving my less than 1 year old, only 10,000 miles Kia EV6 First Edition when I got an error message to 'Check Vehicle Electric System'. After about another 2 miles I got a warning to "Stop Vehicle and Check Power Supply." As I attempted to find a safe place to stop, my vehicle started throttl... Read more
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD Apr 14, 2022
Incident date: Apr 7, 2022
The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while it was hot outside, or whenever there was direct sunlight on the dashboard, the dashboard would become very sticky. The contact stated that the glare on the windshield from the reflection of the dashboard made it very difficult to ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Jan 29, 2022
Incident date: Dec 20, 2021
There is a rear windshield shade that comes up automatically during a bright or hot day. It has a button to manually bring it up or down also. Just last month the gear inside the shade is broken and it does not come down. If I manually put it down it will come up automatically when driving, causing ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Apr 28, 2020
Incident date: Apr 25, 2020
REAR SUNSCREEN REMAINS IN UP POSITION, WHEN LOWERED IN REVERSE, IT MAKES A LOUD GRINDING NOISE. HAVING TO DRIVE AT NIGHT PRESENTS A PROBLEM WITH VISIBILITY WHEN THE SUNSCREEN REMAINS IN THE UP POSITION.
SEAT BELTS Mar 6, 2020
Incident date: Nov 19, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE FRONTAL AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN AN 18 WHEELER COLLIDED INTO THE VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELLING AT 65 MPH. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WERE HOSPITALIZED WITH SPINAL INJURIES AND BRU... Read more
Crash 2 injured
AIR BAGS Mar 6, 2020
Incident date: Nov 19, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE FRONTAL AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN AN 18 WHEELER COLLIDED INTO THE VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELLING AT 65 MPH. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WERE HOSPITALIZED WITH SPINAL INJURIES AND BRU... Read more
Crash 2 injured
AIR BAGS Oct 18, 2019
Incident date: Oct 2, 2019
ANOTHER DRIVER RAND A RED LIGHT AND I (T-BONED HIS PASSENGER SIDE) WAS IN A HEAD ON COLLISION. I WAS BREAKING AT THE TIME, BUT STILL IMAGINE I HIT HIM AT BETWEEN 30-40 MPH. THE FRONT END CRUMPLED AS EXPECTED BUT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. FIREFIGHTERS CUT POWER TO PREVENT THE AIRBAGS FROM DEPLOYING... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Jun 19, 2019
Incident date: Apr 17, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STARTED ON ITS OWN. THE MOTOR WAS EXTREMELY LOUD AND WAS A DISTRACTION TO THE DRIVER. WHEN THE CONTACT WOULD TURN OFF THE ENGINE, IT WOULD SOMETIMES RESTART ON ITS OWN. THE CONTACT CALLED BOWLING GREEN TOYOTA (2398 SCOTTS... Read more
AIR BAGS Dec 17, 2018
Incident date: Nov 19, 2018
MY VEHICLES AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY I WAS HIT BY AN 18 WHEELER AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. THE VEHICLE HAD AT LEAST 2 REAR END HITS BY THIS 18 WHEELER ESTIMATED AT A SPEED IN EXCESS OF 25 MILES PER HOUR FASTER THAN MINE (I WAS GOING AT 70MPH NORTHBOUND ON US 75, NINE MILES SOUTH OF TULSA OKLAHOMA ON... Read more
Crash 2 injured
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY Jul 19, 2018
Incident date: May 20, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. UPON ENTERING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED EXCESSIVE WATER ON THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT AND CARPET. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THERE WAS A MOLD ODOR IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FREEDOM TOYOTA OF HARRISBURG (6060 ALLENTOWN BLVD, HARRISBURG, ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Nov 3, 2017
Incident date: Oct 1, 2017
REAR DECK SUNSCREEN ACTIVATES AND COMES UP WITHOUT OPERATOR ACTIVATING IT. AND IT WILL NOT GO BACK DOWN WITHOUT MANUAL ASSISTANCE. WITH ASSISTANCE WHEN IT DOES GO DOWN THERE IS A LOUD GRINDING NOISE AND THEN IT WILL COME BACK UP. TO CORRECT THIS SITUATION REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. (... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 25, 2017
Incident date: May 25, 2017
THE REAR WINDOW SUN SHADE SCREEN DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. STICKS IN UP POSITION BLOCKING SITE OUT REAR WINDOW. WITH SCREEN DOWN WHILE CRANKING CAR, PUTTING CAR IN REVERSE CAUSES A LOUD NOISE OF GEARS STRIPPING. THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF REPORTS ON THE INTERNET COMPLAINING OF THIS PROBLEM ON ALL TOYOTA PR... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 21, 2016
Incident date: Mar 13, 2014
AIR BAG ON PASSANGER SIDE OF VEHICLE IS DISABLED AND WILL NOT RESET/ACTIVATE. VEHICLE AIR BAGS HAVE NEVER BEEN DEPLOYED. DEALER STATED WE WOULD HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET TO HAVE SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING COMPLETED.
SEATS Oct 5, 2016
Incident date: Dec 30, 2014
THE PASSIVE RESTRAINT HEADREST HAS BECOME A LIABILITY THE PASSIVE RESTRAINT HEADRESTS ARE SET AT SUCH AN ANGLE THAT IF I SIT CORRECTLY IN THE SEAT (BACK/SHOULDERS AGAINST THE SEAT BACK) MY HEAD IS POSITIONED SO THAT MY EYES ARE AIMED AT THE FLOOR AND NOT AT THE ROAD. I'VE ADJUSTED THE HEIGHT OF ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: Nov 22, 2015
DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT SPEED LIMIT. LOUD EXPLOSION TYPE SOUND. SUN ROOF HAD SHATTERED. DIDN'T THINK TO TAKE A PICTURE. WAS 1,000 MI FROM HOME, SO COVERED WITH PLASTIC AND CARDBOARD, AND DROVE HOME. PICTURES ARE FROM INSIDE VEHICLE, UNFORTUNATELY NOT SHOWING MUCH.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 19, 2015
Incident date: Oct 19, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V047000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE REPAIRS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE M... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 15, 2015
Incident date: Sep 14, 2015
THE SUBWOOFER RECALL IS BOGUS. WHAT THEY DON'T TELL YOU UNTIL IT'S TOO LATE IS THAT THEY PUT A PLASTIC COVER AROUND THE SUBWOOFER TO PREVENT WIRES FROM TOUCHING THE CHASSIS; THEY INSTEAD REPLACE THE JBL AMPLIFIER. THE WORK DRASTICALLY ALTERS THE SOUND. I NO LONGER HAVE A PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM; THE NE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 29, 2015
Incident date: May 13, 2015
2012 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE RADIO SUB-WOOFER RECALL NOTICE ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED ON TWO OCCASIONS, HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER REGARDING THE ISSUE. ON BOTH OCCASIONS, THE DEALER STATED THE HAD NOT RECEIVED THE MEANS OR THE INFORMATION AS TO HOW TO CO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 23, 2015
Incident date: Mar 3, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V047000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTU... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Apr 17, 2015
Incident date: Apr 8, 2015
I ATTEMPTING TO PARK . THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND STRUCK A HANDICAP SIGN AND THEN STRUCK THE BUILDING. *TR
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 15, 2015
Incident date: Apr 14, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V047000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DISCONNECTED THE SUB-WOOFER AS A TEMPORARY REMEDY DUE TO THE PART NOT BEING AVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CON... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY Mar 20, 2015
Incident date: Sep 15, 2014
THE TRUNK LID IS NOT SUFFICIENTLY COUNTERBALANCED AND FALLS CLOSED EVEN WHEN RAISED TO ITS UPPER LIMIT. SOMETIMES THE LID WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE SWITCH; IT UNLOCKS, BUT DOES NOT OPEN (3 FAILURES). THIS FAILED AT THE DEALERSHIP. THE LID FELL CLOSED, NUMEROUS TIMES, MINOR INJURY TO MY HEAD (... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Mar 16, 2015
Incident date: Mar 15, 2015
THE CAR WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE REMOTE, SO I HAD TO USE THE KEY TO GET ACCESS, THEN I WAS ABLE TO LOCK AND UNLOCK DOORS AND TURN ON IGNITION.I TURNED IGNITION ON AND SAW DISPLAY FLASH VARIOUS ICONS AFTER CAR WAS STARTED. AS I WAS DRIVING THE DASH ICONS FLASHED AGAIN. THE CAR DID NOT STOP, SO I CONT... Read more
AIR BAGS Mar 16, 2015
Incident date: Mar 15, 2015
THE CAR WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE REMOTE, SO I HAD TO USE THE KEY TO GET ACCESS, THEN I WAS ABLE TO LOCK AND UNLOCK DOORS AND TURN ON IGNITION.I TURNED IGNITION ON AND SAW DISPLAY FLASH VARIOUS ICONS AFTER CAR WAS STARTED. AS I WAS DRIVING THE DASH ICONS FLASHED AGAIN. THE CAR DID NOT STOP, SO I CONT... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Mar 16, 2015
Incident date: Mar 15, 2015
THE CAR WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE REMOTE, SO I HAD TO USE THE KEY TO GET ACCESS, THEN I WAS ABLE TO LOCK AND UNLOCK DOORS AND TURN ON IGNITION.I TURNED IGNITION ON AND SAW DISPLAY FLASH VARIOUS ICONS AFTER CAR WAS STARTED. AS I WAS DRIVING THE DASH ICONS FLASHED AGAIN. THE CAR DID NOT STOP, SO I CONT... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jan 30, 2015
Incident date: Nov 12, 2014
THE TRUNK LID FALLS DOWN EVEN IF LIFTED TO HIGHEST POINT. LID IS NOT SUFFICIENTLY COUNTERBALANCED. IF ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH THE NOSE UP, THE LID WILL NOT OPEN. DEALER TELLS ME (ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS) THAT IT IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. YEAH, RIGHT, DESIGNED TO FALL ON MY HEAD. DEALER REFU... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 5, 2014
Incident date: May 27, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON . THE CONTACT STATED WHEN SHE CAME TO A SUDDEN STOP SHE WAS CRASHED INTO FROM THE REAR BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE ENGINE RPMS THEN INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AS THE SERVI... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS May 28, 2014
Incident date: May 27, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE CRASH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ... Read more
Crash 1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL May 28, 2014
Incident date: May 27, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE CRASH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ... Read more
Crash 1 injured
SUSPENSION Jan 28, 2014
Incident date: Jan 28, 2014
I PURCHASED THE AVALON AT THE END OF THE 2012 YEAR. IT NOW HAS 16,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR IS GARAGED OUTSIDE IN MASSACHUSETTS. ON NOVEMBER 10, 2012 (MONTH AFTER PURCHASE) AND YESTERDAY, JANUARY 28, 2014, THE CAR WAS BROUGHT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A REAR SUSPENSION CLUNKING NOISE THAT HAPPENS DU... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Oct 15, 2013
Incident date: Oct 3, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A SUDDEN BANGING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MERGED TO THE SHOULDER AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE BUMPER WAS LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jul 2, 2013
Incident date: Jul 2, 2013
2ND COMPLAINT (FIRST COMPLAINT - #10522765) - ON JULY 2, 2013, AROUND 5:20 P.M., MY FOURTH INCIDENT OF BRAKE FAILURE OCCURRED. I WAS GOING ABOUT 5 MILES AND APPLIED BRAKES. BRAKES FAILED AND ENGINE SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS RACING. I CRASHED INTO A THE REAR OF A SEDAN WHICH WAS STOPPED. NO INJURIES WE... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 2, 2013
Incident date: Jul 2, 2013
2ND COMPLAINT (FIRST COMPLAINT - #10522765) - ON JULY 2, 2013, AROUND 5:20 P.M., MY FOURTH INCIDENT OF BRAKE FAILURE OCCURRED. I WAS GOING ABOUT 5 MILES AND APPLIED BRAKES. BRAKES FAILED AND ENGINE SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS RACING. I CRASHED INTO A THE REAR OF A SEDAN WHICH WAS STOPPED. NO INJURIES WE... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 1, 2013
Incident date: Jun 15, 2013
PURCHASED USED CERTIFIED-USED AVALON WITH 28.3K MILES ON JUNE 8. ON JUNE 15, THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED FROM PARKING LOT TO STOP SIGN. APPLIED BRAKES AND NO RESPONSE. AVALON SPED UP AND HAD TO TURN THE CAR TO AVOID ACCIDENT. APPLIED BRAKES AGAIN AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR. CONTINUED HOME AND ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL May 2, 2013
Incident date: Apr 12, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND SHIFTED INTO DRIVE WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A SCOOTER, A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE DOOR AND A WALL. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED. THE ENGINE RPMS CONTINUED TO RACE UNT... Read more
Crash

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 TOYOTA AVALON

2012 Toyota Avalon 4 DR FWD

CategoryRating
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 11.1%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningNo
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, 2012 TOYOTA AVALON

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) 19.0 28.0 22.0 Regular $2,800

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 TOYOTA AVALON

363 manufacturer communications from 165 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT50
160000 STRUCTURE29
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL25
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.23
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER22
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM19
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)19
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL18
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
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220 Aug 17, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-SB-0057-18 May 30, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
T-SB-0057-18 May 30, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
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
T-SB-0094-21 Rev Nov 23, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
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
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
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
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
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_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
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_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_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_Paint_Repair Apr 28, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
CSP: Customer Support Program ZKG - Paint Repair Process Operation Flow Chart
TTT063620 Mar 17, 2022
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
TTT063620 Mar 17, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
T-SB-0014-22 Mar 9, 2022
050000 PARKING BRAKE
TSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s) without replacing the carpet assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to replace the loose or damaged carpet floor retai
T-SB-0012-21 Rev Feb 1, 2022
220000 SEATS
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
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
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
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
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-TT-0578-19 Rev Oct 1, 2021
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 function
T-SB-0080-19 Rev Jul 26, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX? Tip) is avai
T-SB-0044-16 Obs Mar 18, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-21.
Toyota Safety Re Mar 17, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
T-TT-0636-20 Rev Mar 12, 2021
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20 Rev Mar 12, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-SB-0040-08 Obs Mar 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0044-16.
T-SB-0012-21 Mar 5, 2021
220000 SEATS
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2021 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 an
T-SB-0032-20 Rev Feb 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-TT-0636-20 Dec 14, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20 Dec 14, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20 Dec 14, 2020
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
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
T-TT-0628-20 Oct 21, 2020
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-TT-0578-19 Rev Oct 12, 2020
010000 STEERING
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 functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev Oct 12, 2020
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 functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev Oct 12, 2020
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 functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev Oct 12, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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 functio
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
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-TT-0468-17 Rev Jul 30, 2020
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-SB-0063-20 Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST005-01, SU001-08, and T-SB-0391-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure
T-SB-0391-08 Obs Jun 23, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0063-20.
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
T-SB-0304-17 Obs Apr 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
T-SB-0032-20 Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The a
T-SB-0142-13_Obs Feb 12, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 12, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0010-20.
T-SB-0010-20 Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2004 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bull
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
T-SB-0008-20 Jan 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should b
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
T-SB-0162-19 Dec 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
TSB: Some 2008 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles painted with either 070 Blizzard Pearl or 040 Super White may exhibit peeling paint on one or more metal body panels. The paint may peel between the primer and E-coat layer, exposing the gray
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_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
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_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
T-TT-0578-19 Oct 21, 2019
010000 STEERING
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
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: 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_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_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
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
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

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA AVALON

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

PE97018 Opened: Apr 29, 1997 , Closed: Jul 22, 1997
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1996
TURN SIGNAL FAILURES
CONSUMERS ALLEGE LEFT AND RIGHT TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS FAIL WHILE DRIVING.TOYOTA DEALERS HAVE REPLACED TURN SIGNAL SWITCHES, BUT IN ONE INSTANCE THE NEW SWITCH STILL FAILED INTERMITTENTLY.DEALER MECHANICS INSTRUCTED THE OWNER TO TURN THE HAZARD WARNING SWITCH ON/OFF TO RESET THE SWITCH.THE HAZARD WAR... Read more

TOYOTA AVALON - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA AVALON across all model years (1997, 2021).

86 Total Recalls
4,262 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
668 Reported Crashes
34 Reported Fires
37 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA AVALON - Year by Year

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

Year Recalls Complaints
2022 0 13 View
2021 2 29 View
2020 3 13 View
2019 4 99 View
2018 2 31 View
2017 2 17 View
2016 3 33 View
2015 2 63 View
2014 4 123 View
2013 4 187 View
2012 (current) 4 35
2011 1 130 View
2010 7 53 View
2009 7 110 View
2008 6 417 View
2007 6 313 View
2006 7 449 View
2005 7 303 View
2004 3 252 View
2003 2 353 View
2002 1 148 View
2001 2 168 View
2000 2 220 View
1999 2 113 View
1998 2 205 View
1997 1 155 View
1996 0 121 View
1995 0 92 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