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Active Recalls (4)

20V024000 Jan 17, 2020 AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

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 ba...

15V728000 Nov 3, 2015 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING

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 ES35...

13V442000 Oct 17, 2013 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

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...

13V505000 Oct 17, 2013 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING

Toyota Motor Engineering & manufacturing North America, Inc. (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Camry and Camry HV, model year 2013 Avalon and Avalon HV and model year 2014 Corolla veh...

Complaints

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Jun 6, 2025 Air Bags

he Occupant Detection System (ODS) in my 2013 Toyota Avalon has failed. The vehicle does not consistently detect an adult passenger in the front seat, and the “Passenger Airbag OFF” light remains illuminated, even when someone is seated properly. This means the airbag will not deploy in a crash,...

Jun 6, 2025 Air Bags

he Occupant Detection System (ODS) in my 2013 Toyota Avalon has failed. The vehicle does not consistently detect an adult passenger in the front seat, and the “Passenger Airbag OFF” light remains illuminated, even when someone is seated properly. This means the airbag will not deploy in a crash,...

Jan 2, 2025 Visibility/wiper

1) System Failure: Back window shade. It is available for inspection at any time. 2) Safety of me and others put at risk: When the shade is down I can not see out the back window posing a significant risk to those behind me particularly pedestrians 3) Has problem been reproduced: Yes 4) Has the comp...

Jan 2, 2025 Visibility/wiper

1) System Failure: Back window shade. It is available for inspection at any time. 2) Safety of me and others put at risk: When the shade is down I can not see out the back window posing a significant risk to those behind me particularly pedestrians 3) Has problem been reproduced: Yes 4) Has the comp...

Dec 23, 2024 Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness

Straps, yes The straps do not stay tight and do not keep my child restrained Yes After checking the straps on the car seat they become loose no longer restraining my child in her seat

Dec 23, 2024 Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness

Straps, yes The straps do not stay tight and do not keep my child restrained Yes After checking the straps on the car seat they become loose no longer restraining my child in her seat

Jul 7, 2024 Unknown Or Other

There is a very strong musty smell. 80% of the time it's when I turn on AC. 20% just at random driving times. Whenever car has sat longer then a few hours with all windows up. When open doors is has very musty smell. I have done everything to do with cleaning vehicle. This is a hybrid I'm a lil scar...

Jul 7, 2024 Unknown Or Other

There is a very strong musty smell. 80% of the time it's when I turn on AC. 20% just at random driving times. Whenever car has sat longer then a few hours with all windows up. When open doors is has very musty smell. I have done everything to do with cleaning vehicle. This is a hybrid I'm a lil scar...

Jun 12, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I have a smell of moldy old water what is going on ? Why is water filling up in my trunk? What do my head lights bulb keep going out? WHY HAVEN'T YOU GUYS DONE ANYTHING? For real I have a darn battery in my trunk come on. I already had to purchase a battery .

Jun 12, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I have a smell of moldy old water what is going on ? Why is water filling up in my trunk? What do my head lights bulb keep going out? WHY HAVEN'T YOU GUYS DONE ANYTHING? For real I have a darn battery in my trunk come on. I already had to purchase a battery .

Feb 25, 2024 Visibility/wiper

Rear window shade stuck in 'UP' position, cannot see out the rearview mirror, especially at night. Makes for very dangerous driving.

Feb 25, 2024 Visibility/wiper

Rear window shade stuck in 'UP' position, cannot see out the rearview mirror, especially at night. Makes for very dangerous driving.

Feb 19, 2024 Tires

SIDEWALL TIRE FAILED AFTER 3 MONTHS. NO HAZARD ON ROADWAY, SIDEWALL SEPARATED WHILE TRAVELING AT 70 MPH CAUSING CAR TO GO OUT OF CONTROL WITH NEAR ACCIDENT. AFTER INSPECTING TIRE IT APPEARS TO HAVE VERY LITTLE MATERIAL DEPTH INDICATING A DEFECT BY MANUFACTURER.

Feb 19, 2024 Tires

SIDEWALL TIRE FAILED AFTER 3 MONTHS. NO HAZARD ON ROADWAY, SIDEWALL SEPARATED WHILE TRAVELING AT 70 MPH CAUSING CAR TO GO OUT OF CONTROL WITH NEAR ACCIDENT. AFTER INSPECTING TIRE IT APPEARS TO HAVE VERY LITTLE MATERIAL DEPTH INDICATING A DEFECT BY MANUFACTURER.

Feb 15, 2024 Structure

I recently took my car in for maintenance and I was offered a complimentary car wash. 1 week after the wash, I noticed there were cloth fibers stuck between the rear side body panels. When i pulled them out, there was evidence of rust and corrosion right underneath. I suspected the cloth fibers were...

Feb 15, 2024 Structure

I recently took my car in for maintenance and I was offered a complimentary car wash. 1 week after the wash, I noticed there were cloth fibers stuck between the rear side body panels. When i pulled them out, there was evidence of rust and corrosion right underneath. I suspected the cloth fibers were...

Dec 7, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I have a tacky dashboard which has a glare on the dashboard hindering vision while driving. I understand is a recall however not for 2013 avalons. I’m a senior which make more difficult for to drive my care comfortably. I would like Toyota to approve the repair for my car. I’ve been a loyal cus...

Dec 7, 2023 Lane Departure

I have a tacky dashboard which has a glare on the dashboard hindering vision while driving. I understand is a recall however not for 2013 avalons. I’m a senior which make more difficult for to drive my care comfortably. I would like Toyota to approve the repair for my car. I’ve been a loyal cus...

Dec 7, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I have a tacky dashboard which has a glare on the dashboard hindering vision while driving. I understand is a recall however not for 2013 avalons. I’m a senior which make more difficult for to drive my care comfortably. I would like Toyota to approve the repair for my car. I’ve been a loyal cus...

Dec 7, 2023 Lane Departure

I have a tacky dashboard which has a glare on the dashboard hindering vision while driving. I understand is a recall however not for 2013 avalons. I’m a senior which make more difficult for to drive my care comfortably. I would like Toyota to approve the repair for my car. I’ve been a loyal cus...

Oct 7, 2023 Engine

The Cylinder head gasket in the engine has failed and is now leaking coolant under the body of the car. This has been inspected by a certified Toyota Dealership and has been maintained by one since we bought the car. There were no warning signs or problems with the car other than feeling off (soundi...

Oct 7, 2023 Engine

The Cylinder head gasket in the engine has failed and is now leaking coolant under the body of the car. This has been inspected by a certified Toyota Dealership and has been maintained by one since we bought the car. There were no warning signs or problems with the car other than feeling off (soundi...

Sep 21, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Water is filling up in my trunk not sure how it is getting in . Have noticed a lil water stains along back top of lining. I started smelling a stail water smell when I found a puddle of water under my spare tire . Im extremely worried with winter coming again . Not to mention there is a battery loca...

Sep 21, 2023 Structure

Water is filling up in my trunk not sure how it is getting in . Have noticed a lil water stains along back top of lining. I started smelling a stail water smell when I found a puddle of water under my spare tire . Im extremely worried with winter coming again . Not to mention there is a battery loca...

Sep 21, 2023 Electrical System

I have a electrical issue going on with the driver side headlight. I have had to change the headlight over 3 times now . Seems to go out with in a month or two. While doing my own research Toyota has also changed the light bulb for the old owner more then 3 times. It has only been the driver side he...

Sep 21, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Water is filling up in my trunk not sure how it is getting in . Have noticed a lil water stains along back top of lining. I started smelling a stail water smell when I found a puddle of water under my spare tire . Im extremely worried with winter coming again . Not to mention there is a battery loca...

Sep 21, 2023 Structure

Water is filling up in my trunk not sure how it is getting in . Have noticed a lil water stains along back top of lining. I started smelling a stail water smell when I found a puddle of water under my spare tire . Im extremely worried with winter coming again . Not to mention there is a battery loca...

Sep 21, 2023 Electrical System

I have a electrical issue going on with the driver side headlight. I have had to change the headlight over 3 times now . Seems to go out with in a month or two. While doing my own research Toyota has also changed the light bulb for the old owner more then 3 times. It has only been the driver side he...

Mar 11, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I had a smell of old water in my vehicle while trying to figure out from where it was coming from .I noticed in left and right rear ceiling quarter panels both wet and had water damage. Then I opened my trunk and it also had the same stale water smell. Under the spare tire on the very bottom of tru...

Mar 11, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I had a smell of old water in my vehicle while trying to figure out from where it was coming from .I noticed in left and right rear ceiling quarter panels both wet and had water damage. Then I opened my trunk and it also had the same stale water smell. Under the spare tire on the very bottom of tru...

Feb 1, 2023 Visibility/wiper

The rear window spontaneously shattered into little fragments of glass and fell into the backseat section of the vehicle. This happened once while parked at work in a gated lot and security camera with motion sensors caught the incident happening on video. Temperature was in the high 80 F, and happe...

Feb 1, 2023 Visibility/wiper

The rear window spontaneously shattered into little fragments of glass and fell into the backseat section of the vehicle. This happened once while parked at work in a gated lot and security camera with motion sensors caught the incident happening on video. Temperature was in the high 80 F, and happe...

May 12, 2022 Structure

The moonroof area has rattling noise at speeds exceeding 60 mph. A similar rattling noise is also noted from the driver side A pillar of the car at all driving speeds.

May 12, 2022 Structure

The moonroof area has rattling noise at speeds exceeding 60 mph. A similar rattling noise is also noted from the driver side A pillar of the car at all driving speeds.

Apr 20, 2022 Tires

The contact owns a Goodyear Tire. Tire Line: Assurance Max Life, Tire Size: 225/45/VR18. The contact stated that he noticed the front driver's side tire had a big bubble on the sidewall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The tire was not diagnose...

Apr 20, 2022 Tires

The contact owns a Goodyear Tire. Tire Line: Assurance Max Life, Tire Size: 225/45/VR18. The contact stated that he noticed the front driver's side tire had a big bubble on the sidewall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The tire was not diagnose...

Apr 18, 2022 Visibility/wiper

Rear window sunscreen (dark black) stuck in the up position. Poor visibility during night driving with the curtain stuck in the upright position. This has always had this problem and Toyota has not solution.

Apr 18, 2022 Visibility/wiper

Rear window sunscreen (dark black) stuck in the up position. Poor visibility during night driving with the curtain stuck in the upright position. This has always had this problem and Toyota has not solution.

Mar 28, 2022 Visibility/wiper

The sun shade in the rear back malfunctions. When it malfunctions you are unable to visibility see when backing up due to the sun shade being in the way which put other people at risk for safety when backing up. Also when this piece malfunctions it makes a gridding nose which can cause a wreck if th...

Mar 28, 2022 Visibility/wiper

The sun shade in the rear back malfunctions. When it malfunctions you are unable to visibility see when backing up due to the sun shade being in the way which put other people at risk for safety when backing up. Also when this piece malfunctions it makes a gridding nose which can cause a wreck if th...

Mar 24, 2021 Electrical System 117,000 mi

WAS DRIVING HOME ONE DAY AFTER TAKING MY DAD ABOUT 45 MINS AWAY WAS DRIVING AS USUAL AND THE CAR DIED HAD TO PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD PUT IN PARK AND RESTART. HAS DONE IT SEVERAL TIMES AFTER WE HAVE HAD IN AT TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS AND THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE. SENT ME...

Mar 24, 2021 Engine 117,000 mi

WAS DRIVING HOME ONE DAY AFTER TAKING MY DAD ABOUT 45 MINS AWAY WAS DRIVING AS USUAL AND THE CAR DIED HAD TO PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD PUT IN PARK AND RESTART. HAS DONE IT SEVERAL TIMES AFTER WE HAVE HAD IN AT TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS AND THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE. SENT ME...

Mar 24, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control 117,000 mi

WAS DRIVING HOME ONE DAY AFTER TAKING MY DAD ABOUT 45 MINS AWAY WAS DRIVING AS USUAL AND THE CAR DIED HAD TO PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD PUT IN PARK AND RESTART. HAS DONE IT SEVERAL TIMES AFTER WE HAVE HAD IN AT TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS AND THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE. SENT ME...

Mar 24, 2021 Electrical System 117,000 mi

WAS DRIVING HOME ONE DAY AFTER TAKING MY DAD ABOUT 45 MINS AWAY WAS DRIVING AS USUAL AND THE CAR DIED HAD TO PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD PUT IN PARK AND RESTART. HAS DONE IT SEVERAL TIMES AFTER WE HAVE HAD IN AT TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS AND THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE. SENT ME...

Mar 24, 2021 Engine 117,000 mi

WAS DRIVING HOME ONE DAY AFTER TAKING MY DAD ABOUT 45 MINS AWAY WAS DRIVING AS USUAL AND THE CAR DIED HAD TO PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD PUT IN PARK AND RESTART. HAS DONE IT SEVERAL TIMES AFTER WE HAVE HAD IN AT TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS AND THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE. SENT ME...

Mar 24, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control 117,000 mi

WAS DRIVING HOME ONE DAY AFTER TAKING MY DAD ABOUT 45 MINS AWAY WAS DRIVING AS USUAL AND THE CAR DIED HAD TO PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD PUT IN PARK AND RESTART. HAS DONE IT SEVERAL TIMES AFTER WE HAVE HAD IN AT TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS AND THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE. SENT ME...

Jan 7, 2021 Visibility/wiper 90,000 mi

THE REAR SUN SHADE WHICH EXTENDS AND RETRACTS TO COVER THE BACK WINDOW OF MY AVALON HAS A FAULT WHICH CAUSES IT TO GET STUCK IN THE EXTENDED POSITION, COVERING THE REAR WINDOW. THIS DRASTICALLY REDUCES THE VISIBILITY OUT THE REAR WINDOW AND THERE IS NO OBVIOUS OR SIMPLE FIX FOR THE ISSUE. I HAVE FOU...

Jan 7, 2021 Visibility/wiper 90,000 mi

THE REAR SUN SHADE WHICH EXTENDS AND RETRACTS TO COVER THE BACK WINDOW OF MY AVALON HAS A FAULT WHICH CAUSES IT TO GET STUCK IN THE EXTENDED POSITION, COVERING THE REAR WINDOW. THIS DRASTICALLY REDUCES THE VISIBILITY OUT THE REAR WINDOW AND THERE IS NO OBVIOUS OR SIMPLE FIX FOR THE ISSUE. I HAVE FOU...

Dec 28, 2020 Air Bags Crash 132,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSSED THE BRAKES BECAUSE THE VEHICLE AHEAD STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COMPLETE STOP BUT THE VEHICLE BEHIND HIM WAS UNABLE TO STALLED CRASHING INTO THE REAR OF VEHICLE. WHICH CAUSED THE FRON...

Dec 28, 2020 Air Bags Crash 132,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSSED THE BRAKES BECAUSE THE VEHICLE AHEAD STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COMPLETE STOP BUT THE VEHICLE BEHIND HIM WAS UNABLE TO STALLED CRASHING INTO THE REAR OF VEHICLE. WHICH CAUSED THE FRON...

Dec 24, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control

I JUST PURCHASED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON FROM CARMAX. DURING THE NEXT SEVERAL DAYS OF DRIVING I HAD OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING. ONE. THE REAR WINDOW IS DISTORTED AND WILL NOT COME CLEAN NO MATTER WHAT I ATTEMPT TO USE TO BE ABLE TO HAVE A CLEAR VISIBILITY. I ALSO HAVE NOTICED THAT WHILE IN A STOP POSITION, ...

Dec 24, 2020 Visibility/wiper

I JUST PURCHASED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON FROM CARMAX. DURING THE NEXT SEVERAL DAYS OF DRIVING I HAD OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING. ONE. THE REAR WINDOW IS DISTORTED AND WILL NOT COME CLEAN NO MATTER WHAT I ATTEMPT TO USE TO BE ABLE TO HAVE A CLEAR VISIBILITY. I ALSO HAVE NOTICED THAT WHILE IN A STOP POSITION, ...

Dec 24, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control

I JUST PURCHASED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON FROM CARMAX. DURING THE NEXT SEVERAL DAYS OF DRIVING I HAD OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING. ONE. THE REAR WINDOW IS DISTORTED AND WILL NOT COME CLEAN NO MATTER WHAT I ATTEMPT TO USE TO BE ABLE TO HAVE A CLEAR VISIBILITY. I ALSO HAVE NOTICED THAT WHILE IN A STOP POSITION, ...

Dec 24, 2020 Visibility/wiper

I JUST PURCHASED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON FROM CARMAX. DURING THE NEXT SEVERAL DAYS OF DRIVING I HAD OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING. ONE. THE REAR WINDOW IS DISTORTED AND WILL NOT COME CLEAN NO MATTER WHAT I ATTEMPT TO USE TO BE ABLE TO HAVE A CLEAR VISIBILITY. I ALSO HAVE NOTICED THAT WHILE IN A STOP POSITION, ...

Oct 10, 2020 Power Train 22,300 mi

CAR STARTED HAVING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WITH A DELAYED ENGAGEMENT OR SLIPPAGE WHEN SHIFTING INTO FIRST GEAR. THIS USUALLY HAPPENED ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED. IT THEN BEGAN TO OCCUR MORE FREQUENTLY. TOOK CAR BACK TO DEALER NORTHTOWN TOYOTA AMHERST, NY AND THEY CHANGED THE FL...

Oct 10, 2020 Power Train 22,300 mi

CAR STARTED HAVING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WITH A DELAYED ENGAGEMENT OR SLIPPAGE WHEN SHIFTING INTO FIRST GEAR. THIS USUALLY HAPPENED ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED. IT THEN BEGAN TO OCCUR MORE FREQUENTLY. TOOK CAR BACK TO DEALER NORTHTOWN TOYOTA AMHERST, NY AND THEY CHANGED THE FL...

Jul 5, 2020 Visibility/wiper 86,000 mi

THIS ISSUE HAPPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. REAR SUNSHADE RANDOMLY DEPLOYED AND IS PERMANENTLY STUCK IN THE UP POSITION COMPLETELY BLOCKING REAR VISIBILITY. SUNSHADE IS SUPPOSED TO GO DOWN WHEN VEHICLE IS PLACED IN REVERSE, THIS FUNCTION NO LONGER WORKS FURTHER INHIBITING SAF...

Jul 5, 2020 Unknown Or Other 86,000 mi

THIS ISSUE HAPPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. REAR SUNSHADE RANDOMLY DEPLOYED AND IS PERMANENTLY STUCK IN THE UP POSITION COMPLETELY BLOCKING REAR VISIBILITY. SUNSHADE IS SUPPOSED TO GO DOWN WHEN VEHICLE IS PLACED IN REVERSE, THIS FUNCTION NO LONGER WORKS FURTHER INHIBITING SAF...

Jul 5, 2020 Visibility/wiper 86,000 mi

THIS ISSUE HAPPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. REAR SUNSHADE RANDOMLY DEPLOYED AND IS PERMANENTLY STUCK IN THE UP POSITION COMPLETELY BLOCKING REAR VISIBILITY. SUNSHADE IS SUPPOSED TO GO DOWN WHEN VEHICLE IS PLACED IN REVERSE, THIS FUNCTION NO LONGER WORKS FURTHER INHIBITING SAF...

Jul 5, 2020 Unknown Or Other 86,000 mi

THIS ISSUE HAPPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. REAR SUNSHADE RANDOMLY DEPLOYED AND IS PERMANENTLY STUCK IN THE UP POSITION COMPLETELY BLOCKING REAR VISIBILITY. SUNSHADE IS SUPPOSED TO GO DOWN WHEN VEHICLE IS PLACED IN REVERSE, THIS FUNCTION NO LONGER WORKS FURTHER INHIBITING SAF...

Jun 29, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING AND CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE STOPPED SHORT AT A YELLOW STOP LIGHT AT 20 MPH. THE ACCIDENT BRAKING SYSTEM DID NOT WORK. THE WIFE SUFFERED A CRACKED STERNUM WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL. THERE WAS A POLICE THAT W...

Jun 29, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING AND CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE STOPPED SHORT AT A YELLOW STOP LIGHT AT 20 MPH. THE ACCIDENT BRAKING SYSTEM DID NOT WORK. THE WIFE SUFFERED A CRACKED STERNUM WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL. THERE WAS A POLICE THAT W...

Jun 25, 2020 Air Bags Crash 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE HAD AN AIR BAG ISSUE. THE CONTACT STATED HE WAS INVOLVED IN A THREE VEHICLE COLLISION AND WAS THE MIDDLE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE POLICE CAME TO THE SCENE AND A CASE WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BACK INJUR...

Jun 25, 2020 Air Bags Crash 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE HAD AN AIR BAG ISSUE. THE CONTACT STATED HE WAS INVOLVED IN A THREE VEHICLE COLLISION AND WAS THE MIDDLE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE POLICE CAME TO THE SCENE AND A CASE WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BACK INJUR...

Jun 10, 2020 Visibility/wiper 90,000 mi

THE REAR SUNSHADE IS STUCK IN THE 'UP' (EXTENDED) POSITION, GREATLY HINDERING VIEW TO THE REAR, BOTH WITH REAR-VIEW MIRROR AND WHEN DRIVER TURNS HEAD TO THE REAR. THIS DEVICE IS DESIGNED TO AUTOMATICALLY RETRACT FROM 'UP' POSITION EVERY TIME THE CAR IS SHIFTED TO "REVERSE" GEAR, SO AS TO NOT HINDER...

Jun 10, 2020 Visibility/wiper 90,000 mi

THE REAR SUNSHADE IS STUCK IN THE 'UP' (EXTENDED) POSITION, GREATLY HINDERING VIEW TO THE REAR, BOTH WITH REAR-VIEW MIRROR AND WHEN DRIVER TURNS HEAD TO THE REAR. THIS DEVICE IS DESIGNED TO AUTOMATICALLY RETRACT FROM 'UP' POSITION EVERY TIME THE CAR IS SHIFTED TO "REVERSE" GEAR, SO AS TO NOT HINDER...

May 18, 2020 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V024000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURE...

May 18, 2020 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V024000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURE...

May 7, 2020 Seat Belts 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH SECURELY INTO THE BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AL HENDRICKSON TOYOTA LOCATED AT 5201 W, FL-834, COCONUT CREEK, FL 33073, AND THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...

May 7, 2020 Seat Belts 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH SECURELY INTO THE BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AL HENDRICKSON TOYOTA LOCATED AT 5201 W, FL-834, COCONUT CREEK, FL 33073, AND THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...

May 7, 2020 Seat Belts 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH SECURELY INTO THE BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AL HENDRICKSON TOYOTA LOCATED AT 5201 W, FL-834, COCONUT CREEK, FL 33073, AND THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...

May 7, 2020 Seat Belts 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH SECURELY INTO THE BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AL HENDRICKSON TOYOTA LOCATED AT 5201 W, FL-834, COCONUT CREEK, FL 33073, AND THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...

Mar 29, 2020 Air Bags

THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FROM A SPECIFIC SUPPLIER DESIGNED TO RECEIVE SIGNALS FROM CRASH SENSORS AND DEPLOY THE AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS. THE ECU MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE PROTECTION AGAINST CERTAIN ELECTRICAL NOISE THAT CAN OCCUR IN CERTAIN C...

Mar 29, 2020 Seat Belts

THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FROM A SPECIFIC SUPPLIER DESIGNED TO RECEIVE SIGNALS FROM CRASH SENSORS AND DEPLOY THE AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS. THE ECU MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE PROTECTION AGAINST CERTAIN ELECTRICAL NOISE THAT CAN OCCUR IN CERTAIN C...

Mar 29, 2020 Unknown Or Other

THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FROM A SPECIFIC SUPPLIER DESIGNED TO RECEIVE SIGNALS FROM CRASH SENSORS AND DEPLOY THE AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS. THE ECU MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE PROTECTION AGAINST CERTAIN ELECTRICAL NOISE THAT CAN OCCUR IN CERTAIN C...

Mar 29, 2020 Air Bags

THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FROM A SPECIFIC SUPPLIER DESIGNED TO RECEIVE SIGNALS FROM CRASH SENSORS AND DEPLOY THE AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS. THE ECU MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE PROTECTION AGAINST CERTAIN ELECTRICAL NOISE THAT CAN OCCUR IN CERTAIN C...

Mar 29, 2020 Seat Belts

THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FROM A SPECIFIC SUPPLIER DESIGNED TO RECEIVE SIGNALS FROM CRASH SENSORS AND DEPLOY THE AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS. THE ECU MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE PROTECTION AGAINST CERTAIN ELECTRICAL NOISE THAT CAN OCCUR IN CERTAIN C...

Mar 29, 2020 Unknown Or Other

THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FROM A SPECIFIC SUPPLIER DESIGNED TO RECEIVE SIGNALS FROM CRASH SENSORS AND DEPLOY THE AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS. THE ECU MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE PROTECTION AGAINST CERTAIN ELECTRICAL NOISE THAT CAN OCCUR IN CERTAIN C...

Mar 24, 2020 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V024000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEA...

Mar 24, 2020 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V024000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEA...

Mar 17, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 45,000 mi

ON MARCH 7, 2020 THE DRIVER ENTERED A PARKING LOT OF A RETAIL ESTABLISHMENT. THE DRIVER, USING THE BRAKES AND TRAVELING AT LESS THAN 5 MILES PER HOUR, TURNED INTO A PARKING SPACE. AS THE DRIVER NEGOTIATED THE TURN INTO THE PARKING SPACE, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED HEADFIRST INTO A R...

Mar 17, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 45,000 mi

ON MARCH 7, 2020 THE DRIVER ENTERED A PARKING LOT OF A RETAIL ESTABLISHMENT. THE DRIVER, USING THE BRAKES AND TRAVELING AT LESS THAN 5 MILES PER HOUR, TURNED INTO A PARKING SPACE. AS THE DRIVER NEGOTIATED THE TURN INTO THE PARKING SPACE, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED HEADFIRST INTO A R...

Mar 17, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 45,000 mi

ON MARCH 7, 2020 THE DRIVER ENTERED A PARKING LOT OF A RETAIL ESTABLISHMENT. THE DRIVER, USING THE BRAKES AND TRAVELING AT LESS THAN 5 MILES PER HOUR, TURNED INTO A PARKING SPACE. AS THE DRIVER NEGOTIATED THE TURN INTO THE PARKING SPACE, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED HEADFIRST INTO A R...

Mar 17, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 45,000 mi

ON MARCH 7, 2020 THE DRIVER ENTERED A PARKING LOT OF A RETAIL ESTABLISHMENT. THE DRIVER, USING THE BRAKES AND TRAVELING AT LESS THAN 5 MILES PER HOUR, TURNED INTO A PARKING SPACE. AS THE DRIVER NEGOTIATED THE TURN INTO THE PARKING SPACE, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED HEADFIRST INTO A R...

Feb 6, 2020 Electrical System 85,000 mi

02/06/2020 NHTSA COMPLAINT: 2013 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID LIMITED, REAR WINDOW SUNSHADE ASSEMBLY FAILURE, COMPLETE AND TOTAL, IN THE 'UP' POSITION AND/OR IN THE 'DOWN' POSITION. WHEN STUCK UP, THE FAILURE OBSTRUCTS REAR VIEW AT NIGHTTIME. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THE SUNSHADE IS DESIGNED...

Feb 6, 2020 Electrical System 85,000 mi

02/06/2020 NHTSA COMPLAINT: 2013 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID LIMITED, REAR WINDOW SUNSHADE ASSEMBLY FAILURE, COMPLETE AND TOTAL, IN THE 'UP' POSITION AND/OR IN THE 'DOWN' POSITION. WHEN STUCK UP, THE FAILURE OBSTRUCTS REAR VIEW AT NIGHTTIME. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THE SUNSHADE IS DESIGNED...

Jan 22, 2020 Service Brakes 39,000 mi

SINCE 2016 THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN VERY SOFT AND SOMETIMES WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE IT GOES FAR ENOUGH THAT MY FOOT HITS THE GAS PEDAL. I HAVE TOLD THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THEY CHECK THE BRAKES AND THEY ARE OK BUT TO THIS DAY THEY ARE STILL SOFT AND THIS COULD CAUSE A POTENTIAL PROBLEM.

Jan 22, 2020 Service Brakes 39,000 mi

SINCE 2016 THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN VERY SOFT AND SOMETIMES WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE IT GOES FAR ENOUGH THAT MY FOOT HITS THE GAS PEDAL. I HAVE TOLD THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THEY CHECK THE BRAKES AND THEY ARE OK BUT TO THIS DAY THEY ARE STILL SOFT AND THIS COULD CAUSE A POTENTIAL PROBLEM.

Oct 9, 2019 Air Bags Crash 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED A PARKED VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT DURING THE IMPACT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S HEAD STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD....

Oct 9, 2019 Seat Belts Crash 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED A PARKED VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT DURING THE IMPACT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S HEAD STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD....

Oct 9, 2019 Air Bags Crash 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED A PARKED VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT DURING THE IMPACT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S HEAD STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD....

Oct 9, 2019 Seat Belts Crash 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED A PARKED VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT DURING THE IMPACT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S HEAD STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD....

Oct 7, 2019 Visibility/wiper

THE REAR WINDOW SHADE AUTOMATICALLY RAISED ITSELF AND IS STUCK IN THE EXTENDED POSITION. IT MAKES A LOUD SOUND FOR ~20 SECONDS WHENEVER THE CAR IS PUT INTO REVERSE OR WHENEVER YOU ATTEMPT TO RETRACT THE SHADE. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT MAKES IT MORE DIFFICULT TO OBSERVE TRAFFIC THROUGH THE REA...

Oct 7, 2019 Visibility/wiper

THE REAR WINDOW SHADE AUTOMATICALLY RAISED ITSELF AND IS STUCK IN THE EXTENDED POSITION. IT MAKES A LOUD SOUND FOR ~20 SECONDS WHENEVER THE CAR IS PUT INTO REVERSE OR WHENEVER YOU ATTEMPT TO RETRACT THE SHADE. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT MAKES IT MORE DIFFICULT TO OBSERVE TRAFFIC THROUGH THE REA...

Oct 1, 2019 Unknown Or Other 62,000 mi

HEADLINER AT THE TOP OF THE REAR WINDOW IS FALLING DOWN MAKING IT A SAFETY HAZARD WHILE LOOKING IN MY REAR VIEW MIRROR.

Oct 1, 2019 Unknown Or Other 62,000 mi

HEADLINER AT THE TOP OF THE REAR WINDOW IS FALLING DOWN MAKING IT A SAFETY HAZARD WHILE LOOKING IN MY REAR VIEW MIRROR.

Sep 20, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

2013 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION CAUSED A CRASH INTO A WALL AND ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIBAGS DEPLOYED. THE DRIVER AND TO PASSENGER RECEIVED MINOR CUTS AND BRUISES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *JS

Sep 20, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

2013 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION CAUSED A CRASH INTO A WALL AND ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIBAGS DEPLOYED. THE DRIVER AND TO PASSENGER RECEIVED MINOR CUTS AND BRUISES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *JS

Sep 17, 2019 Service Brakes Crash 108,421 mi

MY VEHICLE WHILE HOLDING THE BRAKE (STATIONARY) AT A STOP SIGH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND HIT THE BACK OF THE CAR IN FRONT.. FOR 5 DAYS IT WORKED AND THE FOLLOWING WEDNESDAY IT ACCELERATED AGAIN ( IN MOTION) WHILE PARKING IN THE HANDICAP SPACE AT IDLE SPEED AND BRAKES. TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA...

Sep 17, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 108,421 mi

MY VEHICLE WHILE HOLDING THE BRAKE (STATIONARY) AT A STOP SIGH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND HIT THE BACK OF THE CAR IN FRONT.. FOR 5 DAYS IT WORKED AND THE FOLLOWING WEDNESDAY IT ACCELERATED AGAIN ( IN MOTION) WHILE PARKING IN THE HANDICAP SPACE AT IDLE SPEED AND BRAKES. TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA...

Sep 17, 2019 Service Brakes Crash 108,421 mi

MY VEHICLE WHILE HOLDING THE BRAKE (STATIONARY) AT A STOP SIGH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND HIT THE BACK OF THE CAR IN FRONT.. FOR 5 DAYS IT WORKED AND THE FOLLOWING WEDNESDAY IT ACCELERATED AGAIN ( IN MOTION) WHILE PARKING IN THE HANDICAP SPACE AT IDLE SPEED AND BRAKES. TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA...

Sep 17, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 108,421 mi

MY VEHICLE WHILE HOLDING THE BRAKE (STATIONARY) AT A STOP SIGH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND HIT THE BACK OF THE CAR IN FRONT.. FOR 5 DAYS IT WORKED AND THE FOLLOWING WEDNESDAY IT ACCELERATED AGAIN ( IN MOTION) WHILE PARKING IN THE HANDICAP SPACE AT IDLE SPEED AND BRAKES. TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA...

Aug 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 25,000 mi

HEADLINER NEAR THE REAR WINDOW IS FALLING DOWN BLOCKING PART OF THE REAR VIEW FROM THE REAR VIEW MIRROR.

Aug 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

THE REAR WINDOW SHADE (WHICH SHOULD AUTOMATICALLY GO DOWN WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE) WAS STUCK IN THE UP POSITION WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT TO SEE CLEARLY WHEN BACKING UP ALSO AT NIGHT. TOYOTA SAID IT WAS NOT WARRANTIED AND THAT THEY WOULD NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COAST $1400 TO REPLACE A BAD ...

Aug 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 25,000 mi

HEADLINER NEAR THE REAR WINDOW IS FALLING DOWN BLOCKING PART OF THE REAR VIEW FROM THE REAR VIEW MIRROR.

Aug 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

THE REAR WINDOW SHADE (WHICH SHOULD AUTOMATICALLY GO DOWN WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE) WAS STUCK IN THE UP POSITION WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT TO SEE CLEARLY WHEN BACKING UP ALSO AT NIGHT. TOYOTA SAID IT WAS NOT WARRANTIED AND THAT THEY WOULD NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COAST $1400 TO REPLACE A BAD ...

Aug 16, 2019 Parking Brake 82,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGED AND THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AT VARIOUS TIMES AND SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOYOTA OF DES MOINES (1650 SE 37TH ST, GRIM...

Aug 16, 2019 Service Brakes 82,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGED AND THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AT VARIOUS TIMES AND SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOYOTA OF DES MOINES (1650 SE 37TH ST, GRIM...

Aug 16, 2019 Parking Brake 82,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGED AND THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AT VARIOUS TIMES AND SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOYOTA OF DES MOINES (1650 SE 37TH ST, GRIM...

Aug 16, 2019 Service Brakes 82,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGED AND THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AT VARIOUS TIMES AND SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOYOTA OF DES MOINES (1650 SE 37TH ST, GRIM...

Jul 23, 2019 Visibility/wiper 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW PRIVACY SCREEN WAS STUCK IN THE UP POSITION; THEREFORE, BLOCKING HIS VISIBILITY WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE ...

Jul 23, 2019 Visibility/wiper 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW PRIVACY SCREEN WAS STUCK IN THE UP POSITION; THEREFORE, BLOCKING HIS VISIBILITY WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE ...

Apr 7, 2019 Visibility/wiper 36,000 mi

THE REAR RETRACTABLE SUNSHADE WENT UP AND LOCKED IN PLACE AND WILL NOT RETRACT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. AT NIGHT IT BECOMES VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE ANY VEHICLES BEHIND YOU. BACKING UP BECOMES A PROBLEM AS WELL FOR IT BECOMES HARD TO SEE PEDESTRIANS AS THEY PASS BEHIND YOU IN PARKING LOTS. VERY DANGERO...

Apr 7, 2019 Visibility/wiper 36,000 mi

THE REAR RETRACTABLE SUNSHADE WENT UP AND LOCKED IN PLACE AND WILL NOT RETRACT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. AT NIGHT IT BECOMES VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE ANY VEHICLES BEHIND YOU. BACKING UP BECOMES A PROBLEM AS WELL FOR IT BECOMES HARD TO SEE PEDESTRIANS AS THEY PASS BEHIND YOU IN PARKING LOTS. VERY DANGERO...

Jan 5, 2019 Electrical System 55,000 mi

ECU AND PCS SWITCH TO CONTROL VEHICLE'S SPEED, WILL SUDDENLY REDUCE SPEED ON HIGHWAY IN TRAFFIC ( VERY DANGEROUS) AND VEHICLE WILL ALMOST COME TO STOP WITHOUT WARNING! WARRANTY REPAIRED ON 7-26-16 AT DEALERSHIP, DOING SAME THING AGAIN, SAID NOT COVERED UNDER ORIGINAL RECALL VEHICLE, WARRANTY EXPIR...

Jan 5, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

ECU AND PCS SWITCH TO CONTROL VEHICLE'S SPEED, WILL SUDDENLY REDUCE SPEED ON HIGHWAY IN TRAFFIC ( VERY DANGEROUS) AND VEHICLE WILL ALMOST COME TO STOP WITHOUT WARNING! WARRANTY REPAIRED ON 7-26-16 AT DEALERSHIP, DOING SAME THING AGAIN, SAID NOT COVERED UNDER ORIGINAL RECALL VEHICLE, WARRANTY EXPIR...

Jan 5, 2019 Electrical System 55,000 mi

ECU AND PCS SWITCH TO CONTROL VEHICLE'S SPEED, WILL SUDDENLY REDUCE SPEED ON HIGHWAY IN TRAFFIC ( VERY DANGEROUS) AND VEHICLE WILL ALMOST COME TO STOP WITHOUT WARNING! WARRANTY REPAIRED ON 7-26-16 AT DEALERSHIP, DOING SAME THING AGAIN, SAID NOT COVERED UNDER ORIGINAL RECALL VEHICLE, WARRANTY EXPIR...

Jan 5, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

ECU AND PCS SWITCH TO CONTROL VEHICLE'S SPEED, WILL SUDDENLY REDUCE SPEED ON HIGHWAY IN TRAFFIC ( VERY DANGEROUS) AND VEHICLE WILL ALMOST COME TO STOP WITHOUT WARNING! WARRANTY REPAIRED ON 7-26-16 AT DEALERSHIP, DOING SAME THING AGAIN, SAID NOT COVERED UNDER ORIGINAL RECALL VEHICLE, WARRANTY EXPIR...

Aug 2, 2018 Visibility/wiper 60,000 mi

MY REAR WINDOW SHADE HAS STOPPED FUNCTIONING. IT IS IN THE UP POSITION AND IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE BEHIND ME UNLESS FULL SUN IS PRESENT. THIS IS A CONSTANT SITUATION.

Aug 2, 2018 Visibility/wiper 60,000 mi

MY REAR WINDOW SHADE HAS STOPPED FUNCTIONING. IT IS IN THE UP POSITION AND IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE BEHIND ME UNLESS FULL SUN IS PRESENT. THIS IS A CONSTANT SITUATION.

Jul 18, 2018 Service Brakes 82,300 mi

I WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK MY CAR BY BACKING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. AS I WAS GOING FORWARD TO POSITION THE CAR BEFORE BACKING UP INTO THE SPACE, MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND I HAD TO QUICKLY STEP ON THE BRAKES BEFORE IT SLAMMED INTO A TREE. EVEN NORMAL EVERYDAY DRIVING I HAVE NOTICED THAT THERE I...

Jul 18, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 82,300 mi

I WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK MY CAR BY BACKING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. AS I WAS GOING FORWARD TO POSITION THE CAR BEFORE BACKING UP INTO THE SPACE, MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND I HAD TO QUICKLY STEP ON THE BRAKES BEFORE IT SLAMMED INTO A TREE. EVEN NORMAL EVERYDAY DRIVING I HAVE NOTICED THAT THERE I...

Jul 18, 2018 Service Brakes 82,300 mi

I WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK MY CAR BY BACKING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. AS I WAS GOING FORWARD TO POSITION THE CAR BEFORE BACKING UP INTO THE SPACE, MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND I HAD TO QUICKLY STEP ON THE BRAKES BEFORE IT SLAMMED INTO A TREE. EVEN NORMAL EVERYDAY DRIVING I HAVE NOTICED THAT THERE I...

Jul 18, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 82,300 mi

I WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK MY CAR BY BACKING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. AS I WAS GOING FORWARD TO POSITION THE CAR BEFORE BACKING UP INTO THE SPACE, MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND I HAD TO QUICKLY STEP ON THE BRAKES BEFORE IT SLAMMED INTO A TREE. EVEN NORMAL EVERYDAY DRIVING I HAVE NOTICED THAT THERE I...

Apr 30, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, IT INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A CURB AND PLOWED INTO A GARDEN AREA COVERED WITH MULCH BEFORE COMING TO A S...

Apr 30, 2018 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, IT INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A CURB AND PLOWED INTO A GARDEN AREA COVERED WITH MULCH BEFORE COMING TO A S...

Apr 30, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, IT INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A CURB AND PLOWED INTO A GARDEN AREA COVERED WITH MULCH BEFORE COMING TO A S...

Apr 30, 2018 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, IT INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A CURB AND PLOWED INTO A GARDEN AREA COVERED WITH MULCH BEFORE COMING TO A S...

Sep 29, 2017 Electrical System 35,000 mi

THE REAR POWER SUNSHADE, WHICH IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE LIMITED MODEL, RAISES ON ITS OWN AND WON'T GO BACK DOWN CAUSING LOW VISIBILITY. THERE IS NO WAY TO MANUALLY LOWER IT EITHER

Sep 29, 2017 Visibility/wiper 35,000 mi

THE REAR POWER SUNSHADE, WHICH IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE LIMITED MODEL, RAISES ON ITS OWN AND WON'T GO BACK DOWN CAUSING LOW VISIBILITY. THERE IS NO WAY TO MANUALLY LOWER IT EITHER

Sep 29, 2017 Unknown Or Other 35,000 mi

THE REAR POWER SUNSHADE, WHICH IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE LIMITED MODEL, RAISES ON ITS OWN AND WON'T GO BACK DOWN CAUSING LOW VISIBILITY. THERE IS NO WAY TO MANUALLY LOWER IT EITHER

Sep 29, 2017 Electrical System 35,000 mi

THE REAR POWER SUNSHADE, WHICH IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE LIMITED MODEL, RAISES ON ITS OWN AND WON'T GO BACK DOWN CAUSING LOW VISIBILITY. THERE IS NO WAY TO MANUALLY LOWER IT EITHER

Sep 29, 2017 Visibility/wiper 35,000 mi

THE REAR POWER SUNSHADE, WHICH IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE LIMITED MODEL, RAISES ON ITS OWN AND WON'T GO BACK DOWN CAUSING LOW VISIBILITY. THERE IS NO WAY TO MANUALLY LOWER IT EITHER

Sep 29, 2017 Unknown Or Other 35,000 mi

THE REAR POWER SUNSHADE, WHICH IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE LIMITED MODEL, RAISES ON ITS OWN AND WON'T GO BACK DOWN CAUSING LOW VISIBILITY. THERE IS NO WAY TO MANUALLY LOWER IT EITHER

Sep 17, 2017 Unknown Or Other

REAR WINDOW IS DISTORTED MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE CLEARLY, WHILE SUNLIGHT DISABLES THE BACK UP CAMERA SO I'M NOT ABLE TO CLEARLY IDENTIFY PEDESTRIANS. I'VE OWNED 5 TOYOTAS SINCE 2005 BUT THIS ONE IS THE WORST AND UNSAFE VEHICLE I'VE EVER OWNED.

Sep 17, 2017 Unknown Or Other

REAR WINDOW IS DISTORTED MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE CLEARLY, WHILE SUNLIGHT DISABLES THE BACK UP CAMERA SO I'M NOT ABLE TO CLEARLY IDENTIFY PEDESTRIANS. I'VE OWNED 5 TOYOTAS SINCE 2005 BUT THIS ONE IS THE WORST AND UNSAFE VEHICLE I'VE EVER OWNED.

Jul 11, 2017 Engine And Engine Cooling

2013 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SMELL OF COMBUSTION GAS THAT COMES INTO CABIN OF VEHICLE UPON ACCELERATION. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THAT PROBLEM WAS NOT RECOGNIZED IN THE TECHNICAL MANUAL; THEREFORE, THERE IS NO REPAIR AVAI...

Jul 11, 2017 Engine And Engine Cooling

2013 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SMELL OF COMBUSTION GAS THAT COMES INTO CABIN OF VEHICLE UPON ACCELERATION. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THAT PROBLEM WAS NOT RECOGNIZED IN THE TECHNICAL MANUAL; THEREFORE, THERE IS NO REPAIR AVAI...

Jun 8, 2017 Visibility/wiper 13,400 mi

HEADLINER AT TOP OF REAR GLASS IS DROOPING WHERE THE HEADLINER MEETS, AND HAS DEVELOPED A CREASE AT A POINT IN THE CENTER, RESTRICTING VISIBILITY OUT OF THE REAR WINDOW. IT IS A DEFECT AND THE DEALER (NORTHTOWN TOYOTA - AMHERST, NY) WILL NOT REPLACE/REPAIR AS CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY. CONTACTED TOYOT...

Jun 8, 2017 Visibility/wiper 13,400 mi

HEADLINER AT TOP OF REAR GLASS IS DROOPING WHERE THE HEADLINER MEETS, AND HAS DEVELOPED A CREASE AT A POINT IN THE CENTER, RESTRICTING VISIBILITY OUT OF THE REAR WINDOW. IT IS A DEFECT AND THE DEALER (NORTHTOWN TOYOTA - AMHERST, NY) WILL NOT REPLACE/REPAIR AS CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY. CONTACTED TOYOT...

May 16, 2017 Power Train 88,000 mi

IN 2016 OF AUGUST I FILED A COMPLAINT WITH TOYOTA (CASE#1611260024112616) IN REFERENCE TO A TORQUE COVERTER ISSUE THAT HAS PLAQUED 2012 CAMRYS , AT THIS POINT I TOOK CAR INTO DEALER MANY OCASSIONS , BUT THEY REFUSE TO ADMIT IT THEIR FAULT, A 2300 DOLLAR PROBLEM .

May 16, 2017 Power Train 88,000 mi

IN 2016 OF AUGUST I FILED A COMPLAINT WITH TOYOTA (CASE#1611260024112616) IN REFERENCE TO A TORQUE COVERTER ISSUE THAT HAS PLAQUED 2012 CAMRYS , AT THIS POINT I TOOK CAR INTO DEALER MANY OCASSIONS , BUT THEY REFUSE TO ADMIT IT THEIR FAULT, A 2300 DOLLAR PROBLEM .

Apr 7, 2017 Exterior Lighting 33,000 mi

LED REAR TAILLIGHT DIODES ARE NOT WORKING COULD BE A SAFETY CONCERN

Apr 7, 2017 Exterior Lighting 33,000 mi

LED REAR TAILLIGHT DIODES ARE NOT WORKING COULD BE A SAFETY CONCERN

Mar 23, 2017 Unknown Or Other 77,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN PARKING LOT. WHILE CHANGING A FLAT TIRE, THE JACK COLLAPSED. THAT ALLOWED THE VEHICLE TO FALL TO THE GROUND.

Mar 23, 2017 Unknown Or Other 77,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN PARKING LOT. WHILE CHANGING A FLAT TIRE, THE JACK COLLAPSED. THAT ALLOWED THE VEHICLE TO FALL TO THE GROUND.

Mar 16, 2017 Structure

THE MAIN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE I NOTICED ON MARCH 10 2017AND SCHEDULED AN APOINTMENT ON MARCH 15 2017. IS THE HEADLINER HAS SEPARATED AND FALLING DOWN BEHIND MY MOONROOF OR SUNROOF OPENING LEAVING A GAP. PUSH IT BACK UP AND IT POPS BACK LOOSE. IT LOOKS LIKE THE TWO DUAL LOCK FASTENERS HAVE FAILED...

Mar 16, 2017 Structure

THE MAIN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE I NOTICED ON MARCH 10 2017AND SCHEDULED AN APOINTMENT ON MARCH 15 2017. IS THE HEADLINER HAS SEPARATED AND FALLING DOWN BEHIND MY MOONROOF OR SUNROOF OPENING LEAVING A GAP. PUSH IT BACK UP AND IT POPS BACK LOOSE. IT LOOKS LIKE THE TWO DUAL LOCK FASTENERS HAVE FAILED...

Feb 23, 2017 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); 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...

Feb 23, 2017 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); 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...

Dec 17, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 1,200 mi

TAKATA RECALL A RECALL WAS MADE ON THIS VEHICLE IN OCTOBERT OF 2015 REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE NOT AVAILBLE NEARLY HAD FOUR BAD ACCIDENTS ON A HIGHWAY GOING TO CHICAGO THE RADAR CRUISE CONTROL IS SUPPOSED TO SLOW THE CAR WHEN YOU GET TO CLOSE TO THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU. ON CERTAIN OCCASION THIS ...

Dec 17, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 1,200 mi

TAKATA RECALL A RECALL WAS MADE ON THIS VEHICLE IN OCTOBERT OF 2015 REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE NOT AVAILBLE NEARLY HAD FOUR BAD ACCIDENTS ON A HIGHWAY GOING TO CHICAGO THE RADAR CRUISE CONTROL IS SUPPOSED TO SLOW THE CAR WHEN YOU GET TO CLOSE TO THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU. ON CERTAIN OCCASION THIS ...

Oct 20, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING WESTBOUND ON THE MUSKOGEE TURNPIKE (HWY 351), AT MILE MARKER 20, THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF, VEHICLE STABILITY ICON CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE CAR ALSO LOST POWER AND RAN ROUGH. PULLED OVER, SHUT OFF VEHICLE. AFTER RESTARTING, THE CAR RAN FINE. THIS HAS HAPPEN...

Oct 20, 2016 Engine 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING WESTBOUND ON THE MUSKOGEE TURNPIKE (HWY 351), AT MILE MARKER 20, THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF, VEHICLE STABILITY ICON CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE CAR ALSO LOST POWER AND RAN ROUGH. PULLED OVER, SHUT OFF VEHICLE. AFTER RESTARTING, THE CAR RAN FINE. THIS HAS HAPPEN...

Oct 20, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING WESTBOUND ON THE MUSKOGEE TURNPIKE (HWY 351), AT MILE MARKER 20, THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF, VEHICLE STABILITY ICON CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE CAR ALSO LOST POWER AND RAN ROUGH. PULLED OVER, SHUT OFF VEHICLE. AFTER RESTARTING, THE CAR RAN FINE. THIS HAS HAPPEN...

Oct 20, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING WESTBOUND ON THE MUSKOGEE TURNPIKE (HWY 351), AT MILE MARKER 20, THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF, VEHICLE STABILITY ICON CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE CAR ALSO LOST POWER AND RAN ROUGH. PULLED OVER, SHUT OFF VEHICLE. AFTER RESTARTING, THE CAR RAN FINE. THIS HAS HAPPEN...

Oct 20, 2016 Engine 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING WESTBOUND ON THE MUSKOGEE TURNPIKE (HWY 351), AT MILE MARKER 20, THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF, VEHICLE STABILITY ICON CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE CAR ALSO LOST POWER AND RAN ROUGH. PULLED OVER, SHUT OFF VEHICLE. AFTER RESTARTING, THE CAR RAN FINE. THIS HAS HAPPEN...

Oct 20, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING WESTBOUND ON THE MUSKOGEE TURNPIKE (HWY 351), AT MILE MARKER 20, THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF, VEHICLE STABILITY ICON CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. THE CAR ALSO LOST POWER AND RAN ROUGH. PULLED OVER, SHUT OFF VEHICLE. AFTER RESTARTING, THE CAR RAN FINE. THIS HAS HAPPEN...

Sep 12, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

DYNAMIC CRUISE CONTROL TURN ITSELF OFF OR APPLIES BRAKES THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES ON TANGENT SECTIONS WITH NO VEHICLES IN FRONT - HIGHWAY SPEED (70 MPH). THERE IS A SERIES OF BEEPS AND THE CAR SLOWS GRADUALLY OR ABRUPTLY. DASHBOARD INDICATOR SHOWS THERE IS A VEHICLE IN FRONT BUT NO VEHI...

Sep 12, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

DYNAMIC CRUISE CONTROL TURN ITSELF OFF OR APPLIES BRAKES THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES ON TANGENT SECTIONS WITH NO VEHICLES IN FRONT - HIGHWAY SPEED (70 MPH). THERE IS A SERIES OF BEEPS AND THE CAR SLOWS GRADUALLY OR ABRUPTLY. DASHBOARD INDICATOR SHOWS THERE IS A VEHICLE IN FRONT BUT NO VEHI...

Aug 9, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

IN 2013 I BOUGHT A TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED SEDAN. BEFORE THE FACTORY WARRANTY WAS EXPIRED, A CLIP HOLDING THE DRIVERS FLOOR MAT IN PLACE BROKE. I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT WAS NOT COVERED AND THE REASON IT WAS NOT IS BECAUSE 'I AM GETTING IN AND OUT OF MY CAR THE WRONG WAY' THEY PU...

Aug 9, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

IN 2013 I BOUGHT A TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED SEDAN. BEFORE THE FACTORY WARRANTY WAS EXPIRED, A CLIP HOLDING THE DRIVERS FLOOR MAT IN PLACE BROKE. I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT WAS NOT COVERED AND THE REASON IT WAS NOT IS BECAUSE 'I AM GETTING IN AND OUT OF MY CAR THE WRONG WAY' THEY PU...

Aug 5, 2016 Unknown Or Other

PCS RECALL NOV 2015. VEHICLE TAKEN IN AND TEMPORARY BYPASS MADE (5 FEB 2016). RECEIVED WORD IN JUNE THAT A FIX WAS AVAILABLE. WAS TOLD PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. IT IS AUG AND PARTS STILL NOT AVAILABLE. SINCE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE I WAS TOLD NOT TO TAKE LONG TRIPS UNTIL IT IS FIXED. UNACCEPTABLE

Aug 5, 2016 Unknown Or Other

PCS RECALL NOV 2015. VEHICLE TAKEN IN AND TEMPORARY BYPASS MADE (5 FEB 2016). RECEIVED WORD IN JUNE THAT A FIX WAS AVAILABLE. WAS TOLD PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. IT IS AUG AND PARTS STILL NOT AVAILABLE. SINCE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE I WAS TOLD NOT TO TAKE LONG TRIPS UNTIL IT IS FIXED. UNACCEPTABLE

Jul 6, 2016 Unknown Or Other 26,400 mi

DRIVING FROM PA TO NC.ON RT13 IN SEAFORD, DE, DRIVING SPEED LIMIT HEARD LOUD BANG. SUNROOF EXPLODED & CRACKED FROM INSIDE.DROVE TO 1ST AUTO GARAGE, THEY SAID WE WERE 2ND TOYOTA THIS WEEK WITH CRACKED SUNROOF. THEY GAVE US A ROLL OF DUCT TAPE, TO GET US THROUGH THE MONSOON. TOYOTA CORP RECOMMENDED GO...

Jul 6, 2016 Unknown Or Other 26,400 mi

DRIVING FROM PA TO NC.ON RT13 IN SEAFORD, DE, DRIVING SPEED LIMIT HEARD LOUD BANG. SUNROOF EXPLODED & CRACKED FROM INSIDE.DROVE TO 1ST AUTO GARAGE, THEY SAID WE WERE 2ND TOYOTA THIS WEEK WITH CRACKED SUNROOF. THEY GAVE US A ROLL OF DUCT TAPE, TO GET US THROUGH THE MONSOON. TOYOTA CORP RECOMMENDED GO...

Jun 24, 2016 Structure 45,454 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO SLOW DOWN, THE FLOORMAT BECAME STUCK UNDER THE BRAKE PEDAL AND PREVENTED IT FROM BEING DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE SAME FAILURE IN 2014 AND THE REMEDY WAS TO ADD TW...

Jun 24, 2016 Structure 45,454 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO SLOW DOWN, THE FLOORMAT BECAME STUCK UNDER THE BRAKE PEDAL AND PREVENTED IT FROM BEING DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE SAME FAILURE IN 2014 AND THE REMEDY WAS TO ADD TW...

May 25, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) AND STATED THAT THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAI...

May 25, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) AND STATED THAT THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAI...

May 16, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO PROVIDE THE RECAL...

May 16, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO PROVIDE THE RECAL...

May 15, 2016 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

IN NOV 2015 TOYOTA ISSUED SAFETY RECALL FOR PRE-COLLISON SYTEM ON 2013-2015 AVALONS. SIX MONTHS LATER TOYOTA STILL HAS NO SOLUTION. TOYOTA HAS PCS SYSTEMS IN OTHER CARS SO SOLUTION SHOULD BE AVAILABLE.

May 15, 2016 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

IN NOV 2015 TOYOTA ISSUED SAFETY RECALL FOR PRE-COLLISON SYTEM ON 2013-2015 AVALONS. SIX MONTHS LATER TOYOTA STILL HAS NO SOLUTION. TOYOTA HAS PCS SYSTEMS IN OTHER CARS SO SOLUTION SHOULD BE AVAILABLE.

May 3, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control

TOYOTA HAS FAILED TO REMEDY NHTSA RECALL: 15V728 WITH A REASONABLE TIME .INTERIM SAFETY RECALL NOTICE WAS IN NOV 2015.

May 3, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control

TOYOTA HAS FAILED TO REMEDY NHTSA RECALL: 15V728 WITH A REASONABLE TIME .INTERIM SAFETY RECALL NOTICE WAS IN NOV 2015.

Apr 17, 2016 Unknown Or Other 22,000 mi

HEADLINER AT SUNROOF COMING DOWN. APPEARS TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL WHILE DOING ONLINE RESEARCH. JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR USED A FEW WEEKS AGO AND NOTICED THIS PROBLEM TWO WEEKS LATER.

Apr 17, 2016 Unknown Or Other 22,000 mi

HEADLINER AT SUNROOF COMING DOWN. APPEARS TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL WHILE DOING ONLINE RESEARCH. JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR USED A FEW WEEKS AGO AND NOTICED THIS PROBLEM TWO WEEKS LATER.

Apr 15, 2016 Service Brakes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE; 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. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC, THE PCS ACTIVATED AND STOP...

Apr 15, 2016 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE; 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. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC, THE PCS ACTIVATED AND STOP...

Apr 15, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE; 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. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC, THE PCS ACTIVATED AND STOP...

Apr 15, 2016 Service Brakes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE; 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. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC, THE PCS ACTIVATED AND STOP...

Apr 15, 2016 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE; 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. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC, THE PCS ACTIVATED AND STOP...

Apr 15, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE; 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. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC, THE PCS ACTIVATED AND STOP...

Apr 11, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PERMANENT REMEDY WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM WAS TEMPORARILY DISABLED. THE CONTACT ST...

Apr 11, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR RECALL REPAIR. THE M...

Apr 11, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PERMANENT REMEDY WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM WAS TEMPORARILY DISABLED. THE CONTACT ST...

Apr 11, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR RECALL REPAIR. THE M...

Mar 28, 2016 Unknown Or Other 16,000 mi

TWO RELATED PROBLEMS. FIRST, SIX MONTHS AGO, RODENTS GOT INTO ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND CHEWED INTO THE INSULATED LINER OF THE HOOD. FRAGMENTS WERE DANGLING INTO ENGINE WHEN I FOUND IT BEFORE ANY PROBLEMS BUT REPAIR WAS $400+. LAST WEEK, FILLING GASTANK, A GALLON OF FUEL SPILLED ON GROUND IMMEDIATEL...

Mar 28, 2016 Unknown Or Other 16,000 mi

TWO RELATED PROBLEMS. FIRST, SIX MONTHS AGO, RODENTS GOT INTO ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND CHEWED INTO THE INSULATED LINER OF THE HOOD. FRAGMENTS WERE DANGLING INTO ENGINE WHEN I FOUND IT BEFORE ANY PROBLEMS BUT REPAIR WAS $400+. LAST WEEK, FILLING GASTANK, A GALLON OF FUEL SPILLED ON GROUND IMMEDIATEL...

Mar 18, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO PERFORM THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A WARNING LABEL WAS PLACED ON THE DASHBOARD UNTI...

Mar 18, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO PERFORM THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A WARNING LABEL WAS PLACED ON THE DASHBOARD UNTI...

Mar 14, 2016 Structure Crash 14,200 mi

WHILE PARKING MY CAR, THE MOTOR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAVING BEEN DEPRESSED. THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND EVEN AFTER THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS.

Mar 14, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 14,200 mi

WHILE PARKING MY CAR, THE MOTOR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAVING BEEN DEPRESSED. THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND EVEN AFTER THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS.

Mar 14, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 14,200 mi

WHILE PARKING MY CAR, THE MOTOR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAVING BEEN DEPRESSED. THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND EVEN AFTER THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS.

Mar 14, 2016 Structure Crash 14,200 mi

WHILE PARKING MY CAR, THE MOTOR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAVING BEEN DEPRESSED. THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND EVEN AFTER THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS.

Mar 14, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 14,200 mi

WHILE PARKING MY CAR, THE MOTOR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAVING BEEN DEPRESSED. THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND EVEN AFTER THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS.

Mar 14, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 14,200 mi

WHILE PARKING MY CAR, THE MOTOR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAVING BEEN DEPRESSED. THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND EVEN AFTER THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS.

Feb 29, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE; 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 MANUFACTURER WAS MAD...

Feb 29, 2016 Forward Collision Avoidance

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE; 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 MANUFACTURER WAS MAD...

Feb 4, 2016 Unknown Or Other 100 mi

CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) HAS BEEN MEASURED IN THE CABIN OF THE CAR WHILE DRIVING, WHEN THE ENGINE IS UNDER LOAD. ALSO, THE SMELL OF ENGINE COMBUSTION FUMES IS INCLUDED WITH THE CO. TOYOTA HAS DETERMINED THAT IT IS NOT A "REPAIRABLE CONDITION". TECHNICAL REPAIR MANUALS DO NOT LIST THE CONDITION, THERE...

Feb 4, 2016 Unknown Or Other 100 mi

CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) HAS BEEN MEASURED IN THE CABIN OF THE CAR WHILE DRIVING, WHEN THE ENGINE IS UNDER LOAD. ALSO, THE SMELL OF ENGINE COMBUSTION FUMES IS INCLUDED WITH THE CO. TOYOTA HAS DETERMINED THAT IT IS NOT A "REPAIRABLE CONDITION". TECHNICAL REPAIR MANUALS DO NOT LIST THE CONDITION, THERE...

Dec 28, 2015 Tires 24,000 mi

SIDEWALL OF TIRE SHOWED A BUBBLE AFTER 24,000 MILES ON A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON DISCOVERED BY DEALER ON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. CONTACTED MICHELIN AND THEY SENT ME TO A DEALER THAT BUMPED UP THE PRICE $25 OVER THE PRICE THE DEALER QUOTED AND ONLY OFFERED 20% CREDIT. I BELIEVE THE SIDEWALL IS A MANUFACTURI...

Dec 28, 2015 Tires 24,000 mi

SIDEWALL OF TIRE SHOWED A BUBBLE AFTER 24,000 MILES ON A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON DISCOVERED BY DEALER ON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. CONTACTED MICHELIN AND THEY SENT ME TO A DEALER THAT BUMPED UP THE PRICE $25 OVER THE PRICE THE DEALER QUOTED AND ONLY OFFERED 20% CREDIT. I BELIEVE THE SIDEWALL IS A MANUFACTURI...

Dec 23, 2015 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) 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 ...

Dec 23, 2015 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) 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 ...

Nov 23, 2015 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A TECHNICIAN UPGRADED THE FUEL; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSI...

Nov 23, 2015 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A TECHNICIAN UPGRADED THE FUEL; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSI...

Nov 20, 2015 Unknown Or Other 100 mi

ROAD NOISE VERY LOUD AND DISTRACTING. AFTER SOME INVESTIGATING ON MY OWN I FOUND THE PROBLEM WAS COMING FROM THE LEFT AND RIGHT OUTSIDE MIRRORS. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY FOUND NO ISSUES.SO I CAME BACK HOME AND DID SOME RESEARCH ON INTERNET AND FOUND OTHERS HAVING SAME COMPLAINT. THE MIRROR HOUSINGS W...

Nov 20, 2015 Unknown Or Other 100 mi

ROAD NOISE VERY LOUD AND DISTRACTING. AFTER SOME INVESTIGATING ON MY OWN I FOUND THE PROBLEM WAS COMING FROM THE LEFT AND RIGHT OUTSIDE MIRRORS. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY FOUND NO ISSUES.SO I CAME BACK HOME AND DID SOME RESEARCH ON INTERNET AND FOUND OTHERS HAVING SAME COMPLAINT. THE MIRROR HOUSINGS W...

Oct 9, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 15,000 mi

MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WIRING HARNESS WAS CHEWED ON BY A RODENT . IT CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH THE RUNNING OF THE VEHICLE , THE TRACTION CONTROL , THE CRUISE CONTROL AND WAS OPERATING ON 5 CYLINDERS . THE DEALERS REPAIR SHOP SAID THAT A RODENT EAT THROUGH THE WIRES AND TOYOTA WOULD NOT WARRANTY THIS PROBL...

Oct 9, 2015 Electrical System 15,000 mi

MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WIRING HARNESS WAS CHEWED ON BY A RODENT . IT CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH THE RUNNING OF THE VEHICLE , THE TRACTION CONTROL , THE CRUISE CONTROL AND WAS OPERATING ON 5 CYLINDERS . THE DEALERS REPAIR SHOP SAID THAT A RODENT EAT THROUGH THE WIRES AND TOYOTA WOULD NOT WARRANTY THIS PROBL...

Oct 9, 2015 Engine 15,000 mi

MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WIRING HARNESS WAS CHEWED ON BY A RODENT . IT CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH THE RUNNING OF THE VEHICLE , THE TRACTION CONTROL , THE CRUISE CONTROL AND WAS OPERATING ON 5 CYLINDERS . THE DEALERS REPAIR SHOP SAID THAT A RODENT EAT THROUGH THE WIRES AND TOYOTA WOULD NOT WARRANTY THIS PROBL...

Oct 9, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 15,000 mi

MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WIRING HARNESS WAS CHEWED ON BY A RODENT . IT CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH THE RUNNING OF THE VEHICLE , THE TRACTION CONTROL , THE CRUISE CONTROL AND WAS OPERATING ON 5 CYLINDERS . THE DEALERS REPAIR SHOP SAID THAT A RODENT EAT THROUGH THE WIRES AND TOYOTA WOULD NOT WARRANTY THIS PROBL...

Oct 9, 2015 Electrical System 15,000 mi

MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WIRING HARNESS WAS CHEWED ON BY A RODENT . IT CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH THE RUNNING OF THE VEHICLE , THE TRACTION CONTROL , THE CRUISE CONTROL AND WAS OPERATING ON 5 CYLINDERS . THE DEALERS REPAIR SHOP SAID THAT A RODENT EAT THROUGH THE WIRES AND TOYOTA WOULD NOT WARRANTY THIS PROBL...

Oct 9, 2015 Engine 15,000 mi

MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WIRING HARNESS WAS CHEWED ON BY A RODENT . IT CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH THE RUNNING OF THE VEHICLE , THE TRACTION CONTROL , THE CRUISE CONTROL AND WAS OPERATING ON 5 CYLINDERS . THE DEALERS REPAIR SHOP SAID THAT A RODENT EAT THROUGH THE WIRES AND TOYOTA WOULD NOT WARRANTY THIS PROBL...

Jun 12, 2015 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE MIRRORS CAUSED A GLARE ONTO THE DASHBOARD IMPAIRING THE CONTACT'S VISION. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO VIEW THE ROAD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAG...

Jun 12, 2015 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE MIRRORS CAUSED A GLARE ONTO THE DASHBOARD IMPAIRING THE CONTACT'S VISION. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO VIEW THE ROAD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAG...

May 4, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 16,543 mi

I'M NOT SURE IF THE FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM IS AT FAULT; HOWEVER, FOLLOWING IS THE PROBLEM I HAVE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES. WHEN I TELL TOYOTA SERVICE PEOPLE ABOUT IT, THEY DON'T SEEM CONCERNED. WHEN MAKING A SLOW TURN (USUALLY LEFT TURN), IT APPEARS THAT I AM ABOUT TO STALL - SEEMS LIKE THERE ...

May 4, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 16,543 mi

I'M NOT SURE IF THE FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM IS AT FAULT; HOWEVER, FOLLOWING IS THE PROBLEM I HAVE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES. WHEN I TELL TOYOTA SERVICE PEOPLE ABOUT IT, THEY DON'T SEEM CONCERNED. WHEN MAKING A SLOW TURN (USUALLY LEFT TURN), IT APPEARS THAT I AM ABOUT TO STALL - SEEMS LIKE THERE ...

Apr 22, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 14,400 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE REVERSING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE BEHIND IT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND IT WAS UNKNOWN IF ANY INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT BODY SHOP. THE VEHICLE W...

Apr 22, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 14,400 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE REVERSING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE BEHIND IT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND IT WAS UNKNOWN IF ANY INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT BODY SHOP. THE VEHICLE W...

Mar 22, 2015 Visibility 9,800 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR THE REQUIRED 10,000 MILE WARRANTY MAINTENANCE. AT THIS TIME, I SHOWED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WATER MARKS HAD APPEARED IN ALL FOUR UPPER CORNERS OF THE INSIDE CLOTH LINERS BESIDE THE FRONT AND REAR WINDSHIELDS. I WAS TOLD THE SUNROOF HAD TUBES THAT OCCASI...

Mar 22, 2015 Structure 9,800 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR THE REQUIRED 10,000 MILE WARRANTY MAINTENANCE. AT THIS TIME, I SHOWED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WATER MARKS HAD APPEARED IN ALL FOUR UPPER CORNERS OF THE INSIDE CLOTH LINERS BESIDE THE FRONT AND REAR WINDSHIELDS. I WAS TOLD THE SUNROOF HAD TUBES THAT OCCASI...

Mar 22, 2015 Visibility 9,800 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR THE REQUIRED 10,000 MILE WARRANTY MAINTENANCE. AT THIS TIME, I SHOWED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WATER MARKS HAD APPEARED IN ALL FOUR UPPER CORNERS OF THE INSIDE CLOTH LINERS BESIDE THE FRONT AND REAR WINDSHIELDS. I WAS TOLD THE SUNROOF HAD TUBES THAT OCCASI...

Mar 22, 2015 Structure 9,800 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR THE REQUIRED 10,000 MILE WARRANTY MAINTENANCE. AT THIS TIME, I SHOWED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WATER MARKS HAD APPEARED IN ALL FOUR UPPER CORNERS OF THE INSIDE CLOTH LINERS BESIDE THE FRONT AND REAR WINDSHIELDS. I WAS TOLD THE SUNROOF HAD TUBES THAT OCCASI...

Jan 13, 2015 Air Bags Crash 1,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30-35 MPH, THE CONTACT PASSED OUT BEHIND THE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE VEERED OFF INTO A DITCH AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE POLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A FRACTURED BACK THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A PO...

Jan 13, 2015 Air Bags Crash 1,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30-35 MPH, THE CONTACT PASSED OUT BEHIND THE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE VEERED OFF INTO A DITCH AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE POLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A FRACTURED BACK THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A PO...

Dec 8, 2014 Air Bags 23,379 mi

I PURCHASED THE USED VEHICLE FROM CORWIN TOYOTA IN FARGO, ND. AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE I RETURNED THREE TIMES FOR REPAIRS. WHEN I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE THE THIRD TIME IN SIX WEEKS I FOUND OUT THAT TWO RECALLS WOULD ALSO BE TAKEN CARE OF. I WENT ON LINE TO FIND OUT WHAT THE RECALL...

Dec 8, 2014 Air Bags 23,379 mi

I PURCHASED THE USED VEHICLE FROM CORWIN TOYOTA IN FARGO, ND. AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE I RETURNED THREE TIMES FOR REPAIRS. WHEN I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE THE THIRD TIME IN SIX WEEKS I FOUND OUT THAT TWO RECALLS WOULD ALSO BE TAKEN CARE OF. I WENT ON LINE TO FIND OUT WHAT THE RECALL...

Dec 3, 2014 Tires 18,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR LIGHT WAS CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED AFTER THE TIRES WERE INFLATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE TIRES WERE ROTATED BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. T...

Dec 3, 2014 Tires 18,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR LIGHT WAS CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED AFTER THE TIRES WERE INFLATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE TIRES WERE ROTATED BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. T...

Oct 9, 2014 Structure 2,588 mi

THE MAIN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE IS THE HEADLINER COMING DOWN, IT HAS BEEN TO 2 DIFFERENT TOYOTA DEALERS FOR REPAIR, AND TO DATE IT IS STILL NOT CORRECTED. I WAS TOLD BY THE LAST DEALERSHIP, THAT THEY CAN NOT FIX IT ANYMORE, IT IS TAKING AWAY FROM THERE MAN HOURS. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN FILED IN A COUR...

Oct 9, 2014 Structure 2,588 mi

THE MAIN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE IS THE HEADLINER COMING DOWN, IT HAS BEEN TO 2 DIFFERENT TOYOTA DEALERS FOR REPAIR, AND TO DATE IT IS STILL NOT CORRECTED. I WAS TOLD BY THE LAST DEALERSHIP, THAT THEY CAN NOT FIX IT ANYMORE, IT IS TAKING AWAY FROM THERE MAN HOURS. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN FILED IN A COUR...

Sep 8, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 11,200 mi

PER THE TOYOTA SERVICE DEPARTMENT, THE DRAIN HOSE FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER IN MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON MAY BECOME CLOGGED CAUSING WATER TO ACCUMULATE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER UNIT HOUSING. THE ACCUMULATED WATER MAY THEN LEAK THROUGH A SEAM IN THE HOUSING ONTO THE AIR BA...

Sep 8, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 11,200 mi

PER THE TOYOTA SERVICE DEPARTMENT, THE DRAIN HOSE FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER IN MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON MAY BECOME CLOGGED CAUSING WATER TO ACCUMULATE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER UNIT HOUSING. THE ACCUMULATED WATER MAY THEN LEAK THROUGH A SEAM IN THE HOUSING ONTO THE AIR BA...

Sep 1, 2014 Electrical System Fire 1,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A CLEAR SUNNY DAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TURNED ON AND BEGAN TO OPERATE AT FULL SPEED AND WOULD NOT RESPOND AT ATTEMPTS TO STOP THEM. THE HORN STARTED GOING OFF WITH ALARM NOISES IN THE VEHICLE. THE SMELL OF AN ELECTRICAL ODOR AND WHITE SMOKE BEGAN...

Sep 1, 2014 Steering Fire 1,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A CLEAR SUNNY DAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TURNED ON AND BEGAN TO OPERATE AT FULL SPEED AND WOULD NOT RESPOND AT ATTEMPTS TO STOP THEM. THE HORN STARTED GOING OFF WITH ALARM NOISES IN THE VEHICLE. THE SMELL OF AN ELECTRICAL ODOR AND WHITE SMOKE BEGAN...

Sep 1, 2014 Visibility/wiper Fire 1,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A CLEAR SUNNY DAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TURNED ON AND BEGAN TO OPERATE AT FULL SPEED AND WOULD NOT RESPOND AT ATTEMPTS TO STOP THEM. THE HORN STARTED GOING OFF WITH ALARM NOISES IN THE VEHICLE. THE SMELL OF AN ELECTRICAL ODOR AND WHITE SMOKE BEGAN...

Sep 1, 2014 Electrical System Fire 1,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A CLEAR SUNNY DAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TURNED ON AND BEGAN TO OPERATE AT FULL SPEED AND WOULD NOT RESPOND AT ATTEMPTS TO STOP THEM. THE HORN STARTED GOING OFF WITH ALARM NOISES IN THE VEHICLE. THE SMELL OF AN ELECTRICAL ODOR AND WHITE SMOKE BEGAN...

Sep 1, 2014 Steering Fire 1,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A CLEAR SUNNY DAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TURNED ON AND BEGAN TO OPERATE AT FULL SPEED AND WOULD NOT RESPOND AT ATTEMPTS TO STOP THEM. THE HORN STARTED GOING OFF WITH ALARM NOISES IN THE VEHICLE. THE SMELL OF AN ELECTRICAL ODOR AND WHITE SMOKE BEGAN...

Sep 1, 2014 Visibility/wiper Fire 1,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A CLEAR SUNNY DAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TURNED ON AND BEGAN TO OPERATE AT FULL SPEED AND WOULD NOT RESPOND AT ATTEMPTS TO STOP THEM. THE HORN STARTED GOING OFF WITH ALARM NOISES IN THE VEHICLE. THE SMELL OF AN ELECTRICAL ODOR AND WHITE SMOKE BEGAN...

Aug 30, 2014 Electrical System

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE FROM TOYOTA, MARCH 2014 REGARDING INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUITING OF THE INTEGRATED CIRCUITS ON THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. CONTACT TOYOTA SEPT 2014 REGARDING WHEN THIS WOULD BE FIXED. THE CUSTOMER SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT KNOW. I BELIEVE TOYOTA HAS FAILED TO REMEDY THIS...

Aug 30, 2014 Air Bags

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE FROM TOYOTA, MARCH 2014 REGARDING INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUITING OF THE INTEGRATED CIRCUITS ON THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. CONTACT TOYOTA SEPT 2014 REGARDING WHEN THIS WOULD BE FIXED. THE CUSTOMER SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT KNOW. I BELIEVE TOYOTA HAS FAILED TO REMEDY THIS...

Aug 30, 2014 Electrical System

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE FROM TOYOTA, MARCH 2014 REGARDING INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUITING OF THE INTEGRATED CIRCUITS ON THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. CONTACT TOYOTA SEPT 2014 REGARDING WHEN THIS WOULD BE FIXED. THE CUSTOMER SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT KNOW. I BELIEVE TOYOTA HAS FAILED TO REMEDY THIS...

Aug 30, 2014 Air Bags

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE FROM TOYOTA, MARCH 2014 REGARDING INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUITING OF THE INTEGRATED CIRCUITS ON THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. CONTACT TOYOTA SEPT 2014 REGARDING WHEN THIS WOULD BE FIXED. THE CUSTOMER SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT KNOW. I BELIEVE TOYOTA HAS FAILED TO REMEDY THIS...

Aug 19, 2014 Visibility/wiper 1,000 mi

I AM WRITING ABOUT MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON, THERE IS ONE REALLY BAD DESIGN FLAW!!! THE ACCENT CHROME AROUND THE CONTROLS AND AIR CONDITIONER VENTS REFLECT THE SUNLIGHT INTO THE EYES OF THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER, AND IT IS BLINDING. THE BLINDING REFLECTION MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS AND/OR DIRECT INJURY ...

Aug 19, 2014 Structure 1,000 mi

I AM WRITING ABOUT MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON, THERE IS ONE REALLY BAD DESIGN FLAW!!! THE ACCENT CHROME AROUND THE CONTROLS AND AIR CONDITIONER VENTS REFLECT THE SUNLIGHT INTO THE EYES OF THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER, AND IT IS BLINDING. THE BLINDING REFLECTION MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS AND/OR DIRECT INJURY ...

Aug 19, 2014 Visibility/wiper 1,000 mi

I AM WRITING ABOUT MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON, THERE IS ONE REALLY BAD DESIGN FLAW!!! THE ACCENT CHROME AROUND THE CONTROLS AND AIR CONDITIONER VENTS REFLECT THE SUNLIGHT INTO THE EYES OF THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER, AND IT IS BLINDING. THE BLINDING REFLECTION MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS AND/OR DIRECT INJURY ...

Aug 19, 2014 Structure 1,000 mi

I AM WRITING ABOUT MY 2013 TOYOTA AVALON, THERE IS ONE REALLY BAD DESIGN FLAW!!! THE ACCENT CHROME AROUND THE CONTROLS AND AIR CONDITIONER VENTS REFLECT THE SUNLIGHT INTO THE EYES OF THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER, AND IT IS BLINDING. THE BLINDING REFLECTION MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS AND/OR DIRECT INJURY ...

Jul 21, 2014 Seats

THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BACK PANEL FELL OFF. *TR

Jul 21, 2014 Seats

THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BACK PANEL FELL OFF. *TR

Jun 6, 2014 Tires 15,143 mi

WE WERE DRIVING OUR 2013 TOYOTA AVALON ON I-10 IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. AFTER STOPPING FOR GAS, WE REENTERED THE HIGHWAY AND THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON. BEFORE WE COULD PULL OVER, THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT; THE ENTIRE INTERIOR SIDEWALL SEPARATED. WE HAD NOT HIT ANY POTHOLE OR ANY OTHER OBJEC...

Jun 6, 2014 Tires 15,143 mi

WE WERE DRIVING OUR 2013 TOYOTA AVALON ON I-10 IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. AFTER STOPPING FOR GAS, WE REENTERED THE HIGHWAY AND THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON. BEFORE WE COULD PULL OVER, THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT; THE ENTIRE INTERIOR SIDEWALL SEPARATED. WE HAD NOT HIT ANY POTHOLE OR ANY OTHER OBJEC...

Jun 5, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 35,479 mi

I PURCHASED A TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED CERTIFIED BY THE DEALERSHIP TO BE SAFE WITH NO RECALLS OR APPLICABLE SSCS. ON MAY 16 2014. I WAS NOT INFORMED OF A OUTSTANDING SAFETY RECALL INVOLVING THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT HOUSING MAY LEAK ONTO THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE. I DID NOT FIND THIS OUT UNTIL MAY ...

Jun 5, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 35,479 mi

I PURCHASED A TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED CERTIFIED BY THE DEALERSHIP TO BE SAFE WITH NO RECALLS OR APPLICABLE SSCS. ON MAY 16 2014. I WAS NOT INFORMED OF A OUTSTANDING SAFETY RECALL INVOLVING THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT HOUSING MAY LEAK ONTO THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE. I DID NOT FIND THIS OUT UNTIL MAY ...

Jun 4, 2014 Unknown Or Other 15,000 mi

NOTICED SOME TIME A GO THE HEADLINER IS SAGGING AT THE BACK WINDOW. WAS AT DEALER FOR SERVICE AND TOLD THEM ABOUT IT. WAS TOLD THEY WOULD ORDER A NEW ONE. AFTER OBSERVING COMPLAINTS ON TNE NHTSA SITE I SEE THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE. WE'LL SEE IF THEY ORDER IT, HOPEFULLY TOYOTA RECTIFIES THIS BEFORE P...

Jun 4, 2014 Unknown Or Other 15,000 mi

NOTICED SOME TIME A GO THE HEADLINER IS SAGGING AT THE BACK WINDOW. WAS AT DEALER FOR SERVICE AND TOLD THEM ABOUT IT. WAS TOLD THEY WOULD ORDER A NEW ONE. AFTER OBSERVING COMPLAINTS ON TNE NHTSA SITE I SEE THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE. WE'LL SEE IF THEY ORDER IT, HOPEFULLY TOYOTA RECTIFIES THIS BEFORE P...

Apr 22, 2014 Electrical System 14,200 mi

I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON MY VEHICLE ON FEBRUARY 6, 2014 AND EVERY TIME I HAVE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE MY HVAC ASSEMBLY REPAIRED THEY TELL ME THAT THE PARTS ARE ON BACKORDER. I FEEL LIKE THEY ARE PUTTING ME AND MY SAFETY AT RISK BY NOT PRODUCING A FIX FOR THIS RECALL. *TR

Apr 22, 2014 Visibility 14,200 mi

I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON MY VEHICLE ON FEBRUARY 6, 2014 AND EVERY TIME I HAVE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE MY HVAC ASSEMBLY REPAIRED THEY TELL ME THAT THE PARTS ARE ON BACKORDER. I FEEL LIKE THEY ARE PUTTING ME AND MY SAFETY AT RISK BY NOT PRODUCING A FIX FOR THIS RECALL. *TR

Apr 22, 2014 Electrical System 14,200 mi

I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON MY VEHICLE ON FEBRUARY 6, 2014 AND EVERY TIME I HAVE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE MY HVAC ASSEMBLY REPAIRED THEY TELL ME THAT THE PARTS ARE ON BACKORDER. I FEEL LIKE THEY ARE PUTTING ME AND MY SAFETY AT RISK BY NOT PRODUCING A FIX FOR THIS RECALL. *TR

Apr 22, 2014 Visibility 14,200 mi

I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON MY VEHICLE ON FEBRUARY 6, 2014 AND EVERY TIME I HAVE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE MY HVAC ASSEMBLY REPAIRED THEY TELL ME THAT THE PARTS ARE ON BACKORDER. I FEEL LIKE THEY ARE PUTTING ME AND MY SAFETY AT RISK BY NOT PRODUCING A FIX FOR THIS RECALL. *TR

Apr 17, 2014 Service Brakes 24,000 mi

TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 65MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, SUDDEN BRAKING IN FRONT OF ME REQUIRED QUICK BRAKING. WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, NO BRAKES ACTIVATED AND THE CAR ACTUALLY SEEMED TO INCREASE SPEED. I THEN APPLIED HEAVY PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL WHICH CAUSED THE TIRES TO SCREECH/SLIDE BEFORE THE ...

Apr 17, 2014 Service Brakes 24,000 mi

TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 65MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, SUDDEN BRAKING IN FRONT OF ME REQUIRED QUICK BRAKING. WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, NO BRAKES ACTIVATED AND THE CAR ACTUALLY SEEMED TO INCREASE SPEED. I THEN APPLIED HEAVY PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL WHICH CAUSED THE TIRES TO SCREECH/SLIDE BEFORE THE ...

Mar 19, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.

Mar 19, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.

Mar 11, 2014 Steering Crash

2013 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO STEERING WHEEL MALFUNCTION. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING, HE HEARD A STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT. AS HE MADE A TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL DID NOT RESPOND AND INSTEAD OF SNAPPING BACK INTO A 12 O'CLOCK POSITION, IT ST...

Mar 11, 2014 Steering Crash

2013 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO STEERING WHEEL MALFUNCTION. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING, HE HEARD A STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT. AS HE MADE A TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL DID NOT RESPOND AND INSTEAD OF SNAPPING BACK INTO A 12 O'CLOCK POSITION, IT ST...

Mar 6, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 1,415 mi

BRAKES WERE APPLIED AUTOMATICALLY ALTHOUGH DRIVER WAS ACCELERATING. SUSPECT MALFUNCTION IN PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (NO COLLISION WAS IMMINENT). *TR

Mar 6, 2014 Equipment Adaptive/mobility Crash 1,415 mi

BRAKES WERE APPLIED AUTOMATICALLY ALTHOUGH DRIVER WAS ACCELERATING. SUSPECT MALFUNCTION IN PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (NO COLLISION WAS IMMINENT). *TR

Mar 6, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 1,415 mi

BRAKES WERE APPLIED AUTOMATICALLY ALTHOUGH DRIVER WAS ACCELERATING. SUSPECT MALFUNCTION IN PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (NO COLLISION WAS IMMINENT). *TR

Mar 6, 2014 Equipment Adaptive/mobility Crash 1,415 mi

BRAKES WERE APPLIED AUTOMATICALLY ALTHOUGH DRIVER WAS ACCELERATING. SUSPECT MALFUNCTION IN PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (NO COLLISION WAS IMMINENT). *TR

Mar 5, 2014 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE RECEIVED A NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 (AIR BAGS , ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT) BUT WAS CONCERNED BECAUSE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT MAKE THE PARTS AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE...

Mar 5, 2014 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE RECEIVED A NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 (AIR BAGS , ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT) BUT WAS CONCERNED BECAUSE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT MAKE THE PARTS AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE...

Feb 8, 2014 Service Brakes 850 mi

I STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE BUT FELT THE CAR ACCELERATE AND START TO GO FORWARD. I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL WITH MY FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I TRIED TO RETURN TO DRIVE THE CAR JUMPED A FOOT.I STILL HAD MY FOOT PRESSED DOWN ON THE BRAKE. I WENT BACK TO NEUTRAL. BY THAT ...

Feb 8, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 850 mi

I STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE BUT FELT THE CAR ACCELERATE AND START TO GO FORWARD. I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL WITH MY FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I TRIED TO RETURN TO DRIVE THE CAR JUMPED A FOOT.I STILL HAD MY FOOT PRESSED DOWN ON THE BRAKE. I WENT BACK TO NEUTRAL. BY THAT ...

Feb 8, 2014 Service Brakes 850 mi

I STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE BUT FELT THE CAR ACCELERATE AND START TO GO FORWARD. I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL WITH MY FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I TRIED TO RETURN TO DRIVE THE CAR JUMPED A FOOT.I STILL HAD MY FOOT PRESSED DOWN ON THE BRAKE. I WENT BACK TO NEUTRAL. BY THAT ...

Feb 8, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 850 mi

I STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE BUT FELT THE CAR ACCELERATE AND START TO GO FORWARD. I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL WITH MY FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I TRIED TO RETURN TO DRIVE THE CAR JUMPED A FOOT.I STILL HAD MY FOOT PRESSED DOWN ON THE BRAKE. I WENT BACK TO NEUTRAL. BY THAT ...

Dec 30, 2013 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 (AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT) AND THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE AN EXPECTED DATE FOR THE PART TO BECOME AVAILABLE. TH...

Dec 30, 2013 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 (AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT) AND THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE AN EXPECTED DATE FOR THE PART TO BECOME AVAILABLE. TH...

Dec 30, 2013 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 (AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT) AND THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE AN EXPECTED DATE FOR THE PART TO BECOME AVAILABLE. TH...

Dec 30, 2013 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 (AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT) AND THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE AN EXPECTED DATE FOR THE PART TO BECOME AVAILABLE. TH...

Dec 26, 2013 Visibility 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW WAS DISTORTED, CAUSING HIS VISIBILITY TO BE MINIMIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLIANT WITH STANDARDS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE...

Dec 26, 2013 Visibility 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW WAS DISTORTED, CAUSING HIS VISIBILITY TO BE MINIMIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLIANT WITH STANDARDS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE...

Dec 26, 2013 Equipment 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW WAS DISTORTED, CAUSING HIS VISIBILITY TO BE MINIMIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLIANT WITH STANDARDS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE...

Dec 26, 2013 Visibility 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW WAS DISTORTED, CAUSING HIS VISIBILITY TO BE MINIMIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLIANT WITH STANDARDS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE...

Dec 26, 2013 Visibility 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW WAS DISTORTED, CAUSING HIS VISIBILITY TO BE MINIMIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLIANT WITH STANDARDS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE...

Dec 26, 2013 Equipment 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW WAS DISTORTED, CAUSING HIS VISIBILITY TO BE MINIMIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLIANT WITH STANDARDS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE...

Nov 21, 2013 Visibility/wiper 75 mi

SUNLIGHT IS REFLECTED INTO THE EYES OF THE DRIVER AND FRONT SEAT PASSENGER FROM THE INTERIOR TRIM. THIS BRIGHT REFLECTION NOT ONLY MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO SEE AT TIMES, THE SUNLIGHT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE RETINA AND CORNEA. THE LIGHT COMES FROM MANY DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE CAR SO IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO C...

Nov 21, 2013 Structure 75 mi

SUNLIGHT IS REFLECTED INTO THE EYES OF THE DRIVER AND FRONT SEAT PASSENGER FROM THE INTERIOR TRIM. THIS BRIGHT REFLECTION NOT ONLY MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO SEE AT TIMES, THE SUNLIGHT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE RETINA AND CORNEA. THE LIGHT COMES FROM MANY DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE CAR SO IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO C...

Nov 21, 2013 Visibility/wiper 75 mi

SUNLIGHT IS REFLECTED INTO THE EYES OF THE DRIVER AND FRONT SEAT PASSENGER FROM THE INTERIOR TRIM. THIS BRIGHT REFLECTION NOT ONLY MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO SEE AT TIMES, THE SUNLIGHT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE RETINA AND CORNEA. THE LIGHT COMES FROM MANY DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE CAR SO IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO C...

Nov 21, 2013 Structure 75 mi

SUNLIGHT IS REFLECTED INTO THE EYES OF THE DRIVER AND FRONT SEAT PASSENGER FROM THE INTERIOR TRIM. THIS BRIGHT REFLECTION NOT ONLY MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO SEE AT TIMES, THE SUNLIGHT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE RETINA AND CORNEA. THE LIGHT COMES FROM MANY DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE CAR SO IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO C...

Nov 6, 2013 Structure 7,000 mi

I WENT THROUGH A CAR WASH THE OTHER DAY AND WHEN THE CAR WAS BEING DRIED BY THE BLOWER, SOME WATER CAME IN THROUGH THE SUNROOF. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE TOYOTA DEALER WHERE I BOUGHT IT AND THEY DID A HIGH PRESSURE WATER TEST. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS THE MATTER. IT WAS EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THEY COULD HAP[...

Nov 6, 2013 Structure 7,000 mi

I WENT THROUGH A CAR WASH THE OTHER DAY AND WHEN THE CAR WAS BEING DRIED BY THE BLOWER, SOME WATER CAME IN THROUGH THE SUNROOF. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE TOYOTA DEALER WHERE I BOUGHT IT AND THEY DID A HIGH PRESSURE WATER TEST. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS THE MATTER. IT WAS EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THEY COULD HAP[...

Nov 4, 2013 Visibility/wiper 1,700 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COULD NOT SEE THROUGH THE REAR WINDOW BECAUSE IT WAS DISTORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAIL...

Nov 4, 2013 Visibility/wiper 1,700 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COULD NOT SEE THROUGH THE REAR WINDOW BECAUSE IT WAS DISTORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAIL...

Oct 21, 2013 Visibility 700 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A CONSTANT GLARE FROM THE DASHBOARD, AFFECTING THE CONTACT'S VISIBILITY OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THE FAILURE TO BE A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE SINCE HE WAS UNABLE TO SEE APPROACHING V...

Oct 21, 2013 Electrical System 500 mi

RE:REPORT RECEIPT DATE: OCT 17, 2013 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 COMPONENT(S): AIR BAGS , ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT TOYOTA NEEDS TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE DRAIN LINE. THE CONDENSATE THAT IS NOT DRAINING OUT OF THE EVAPORATOR IS ENCOURAGING THE GROWTH OF MOLD IN THE EVAPORATOR WITH AN AC...

Oct 21, 2013 Air Bags 500 mi

RE:REPORT RECEIPT DATE: OCT 17, 2013 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 COMPONENT(S): AIR BAGS , ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT TOYOTA NEEDS TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE DRAIN LINE. THE CONDENSATE THAT IS NOT DRAINING OUT OF THE EVAPORATOR IS ENCOURAGING THE GROWTH OF MOLD IN THE EVAPORATOR WITH AN AC...

Oct 21, 2013 Visibility 700 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A CONSTANT GLARE FROM THE DASHBOARD, AFFECTING THE CONTACT'S VISIBILITY OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THE FAILURE TO BE A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE SINCE HE WAS UNABLE TO SEE APPROACHING V...

Oct 21, 2013 Electrical System 500 mi

RE:REPORT RECEIPT DATE: OCT 17, 2013 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 COMPONENT(S): AIR BAGS , ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT TOYOTA NEEDS TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE DRAIN LINE. THE CONDENSATE THAT IS NOT DRAINING OUT OF THE EVAPORATOR IS ENCOURAGING THE GROWTH OF MOLD IN THE EVAPORATOR WITH AN AC...

Oct 21, 2013 Air Bags 500 mi

RE:REPORT RECEIPT DATE: OCT 17, 2013 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V442000 COMPONENT(S): AIR BAGS , ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT TOYOTA NEEDS TO CORRECT THE DEFECTIVE DRAIN LINE. THE CONDENSATE THAT IS NOT DRAINING OUT OF THE EVAPORATOR IS ENCOURAGING THE GROWTH OF MOLD IN THE EVAPORATOR WITH AN AC...

Oct 9, 2013 Structure 4,200 mi

I HAD WENT TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP PLAZA TOYOTA IN BROOKLYN NY TO HAVE THEM TAKE A LOOK AT THE REAR HEADLINER THAT HAD BEEN COMING DOWN. I WAS TOLD THAT MY APPOINTMENT WAS TOO LATE IN THE EVENING SO I HAD TO SET AN EARLIER APPOINT WHICH WOULD BE THE FOLLOWING MONDAY AFTER THE HOLIDAY. I DROPPED MY ...

Oct 9, 2013 Structure 4,200 mi

I HAD WENT TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP PLAZA TOYOTA IN BROOKLYN NY TO HAVE THEM TAKE A LOOK AT THE REAR HEADLINER THAT HAD BEEN COMING DOWN. I WAS TOLD THAT MY APPOINTMENT WAS TOO LATE IN THE EVENING SO I HAD TO SET AN EARLIER APPOINT WHICH WOULD BE THE FOLLOWING MONDAY AFTER THE HOLIDAY. I DROPPED MY ...

Oct 7, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 1,200 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO A HEAD ON PARKING PLACE; SUDDENLY THE CAR ACCELERATED, JUMPED THE CURB, CROSSED THE SIDEWALK AND THE FRONT WHEELS WENT A FOOT OR SO INTO THE GRASS. APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR STOPPED. *TR

Oct 7, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 1,200 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO A HEAD ON PARKING PLACE; SUDDENLY THE CAR ACCELERATED, JUMPED THE CURB, CROSSED THE SIDEWALK AND THE FRONT WHEELS WENT A FOOT OR SO INTO THE GRASS. APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR STOPPED. *TR

Oct 7, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 1,200 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO A HEAD ON PARKING PLACE; SUDDENLY THE CAR ACCELERATED, JUMPED THE CURB, CROSSED THE SIDEWALK AND THE FRONT WHEELS WENT A FOOT OR SO INTO THE GRASS. APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR STOPPED. *TR

Oct 7, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 1,200 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO A HEAD ON PARKING PLACE; SUDDENLY THE CAR ACCELERATED, JUMPED THE CURB, CROSSED THE SIDEWALK AND THE FRONT WHEELS WENT A FOOT OR SO INTO THE GRASS. APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR STOPPED. *TR

Sep 20, 2013 Seats

ONE WEEK (7/11/13) AFTER PURCHASING A BRAND NEW AVALON, NOTICED A SAG IN THE HEADLINER TOWARDS THE REAR WINDSHIELD. AFTER LOOKING CLOSER, THE HEADLINER IS DROOPING TOWARDS THE REAR WINDSHIELD AS WELL AS A NOTICEABLE GAP NEAR THE MOON ROOF. TOOK BACK TO DEALER AND THEY ORDERED A NEW PART. ABOUT 8/...

Sep 20, 2013 Structure

ONE WEEK (7/11/13) AFTER PURCHASING A BRAND NEW AVALON, NOTICED A SAG IN THE HEADLINER TOWARDS THE REAR WINDSHIELD. AFTER LOOKING CLOSER, THE HEADLINER IS DROOPING TOWARDS THE REAR WINDSHIELD AS WELL AS A NOTICEABLE GAP NEAR THE MOON ROOF. TOOK BACK TO DEALER AND THEY ORDERED A NEW PART. ABOUT 8/...

Sep 20, 2013 Seats

ONE WEEK (7/11/13) AFTER PURCHASING A BRAND NEW AVALON, NOTICED A SAG IN THE HEADLINER TOWARDS THE REAR WINDSHIELD. AFTER LOOKING CLOSER, THE HEADLINER IS DROOPING TOWARDS THE REAR WINDSHIELD AS WELL AS A NOTICEABLE GAP NEAR THE MOON ROOF. TOOK BACK TO DEALER AND THEY ORDERED A NEW PART. ABOUT 8/...

Sep 20, 2013 Structure

ONE WEEK (7/11/13) AFTER PURCHASING A BRAND NEW AVALON, NOTICED A SAG IN THE HEADLINER TOWARDS THE REAR WINDSHIELD. AFTER LOOKING CLOSER, THE HEADLINER IS DROOPING TOWARDS THE REAR WINDSHIELD AS WELL AS A NOTICEABLE GAP NEAR THE MOON ROOF. TOOK BACK TO DEALER AND THEY ORDERED A NEW PART. ABOUT 8/...

Sep 5, 2013 Structure 500 mi

COMPLAINT: SUN GLARE REFLECTION COMING FROM DASHBOARD, SAFETY ISSUE, SIMILAR TO NETS. ON 04/01/13, JAMES FEWEL TOYOTA NATIONAL HQ, DOCUMENTED MY DASH GLARE ISSUE UNDER FILE #[XXX]: ON 3-16-2013, WE PURCHASED A 2013 AVALON FROM COGGIN TOYOTA JACKSONVILLE. IT HAS FL LEGAL WINDOW TINTING. THE DASH'S CH...

Sep 5, 2013 Visibility 500 mi

COMPLAINT: SUN GLARE REFLECTION COMING FROM DASHBOARD, SAFETY ISSUE, SIMILAR TO NETS. ON 04/01/13, JAMES FEWEL TOYOTA NATIONAL HQ, DOCUMENTED MY DASH GLARE ISSUE UNDER FILE #[XXX]: ON 3-16-2013, WE PURCHASED A 2013 AVALON FROM COGGIN TOYOTA JACKSONVILLE. IT HAS FL LEGAL WINDOW TINTING. THE DASH'S CH...

Sep 5, 2013 Structure 500 mi

COMPLAINT: SUN GLARE REFLECTION COMING FROM DASHBOARD, SAFETY ISSUE, SIMILAR TO NETS. ON 04/01/13, JAMES FEWEL TOYOTA NATIONAL HQ, DOCUMENTED MY DASH GLARE ISSUE UNDER FILE #[XXX]: ON 3-16-2013, WE PURCHASED A 2013 AVALON FROM COGGIN TOYOTA JACKSONVILLE. IT HAS FL LEGAL WINDOW TINTING. THE DASH'S CH...

Sep 5, 2013 Visibility 500 mi

COMPLAINT: SUN GLARE REFLECTION COMING FROM DASHBOARD, SAFETY ISSUE, SIMILAR TO NETS. ON 04/01/13, JAMES FEWEL TOYOTA NATIONAL HQ, DOCUMENTED MY DASH GLARE ISSUE UNDER FILE #[XXX]: ON 3-16-2013, WE PURCHASED A 2013 AVALON FROM COGGIN TOYOTA JACKSONVILLE. IT HAS FL LEGAL WINDOW TINTING. THE DASH'S CH...

Aug 16, 2013 Seats 7,000 mi

THE HEADLINER IS FALLING IN MY CAR. I HAVE WAITED A MONTH TO GET THE PROBLEM FIXED YET IT HAS NOT BEEN FIXED. THE BACK OF MY CHAIR IS ALSO FALLING. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Structure 7,000 mi

THE HEADLINER IS FALLING IN MY CAR. I HAVE WAITED A MONTH TO GET THE PROBLEM FIXED YET IT HAS NOT BEEN FIXED. THE BACK OF MY CHAIR IS ALSO FALLING. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Seats 7,000 mi

THE HEADLINER IS FALLING IN MY CAR. I HAVE WAITED A MONTH TO GET THE PROBLEM FIXED YET IT HAS NOT BEEN FIXED. THE BACK OF MY CHAIR IS ALSO FALLING. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Structure 7,000 mi

THE HEADLINER IS FALLING IN MY CAR. I HAVE WAITED A MONTH TO GET THE PROBLEM FIXED YET IT HAS NOT BEEN FIXED. THE BACK OF MY CHAIR IS ALSO FALLING. *TR

Aug 12, 2013 Visibility/wiper

VERY UPSET TOYOTA CUSTOMER, PURCHASED SHOWROOM 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WITH HEADLINER IN THE REAR DROOPED DOWN. THIS IS BRAND NEW...I WAS TOLD THAT PROBABLY SOME KIDS HAVE PULLED THE HEADLINER DOWN WHILE IN SHOWROOM. WAITING FOR RESOLUTION I DECIDED TO READ ON COMMON PROBLEMS AND LONE BEHOLD! TOYOTA, Y...

Aug 12, 2013 Seats

VERY UPSET TOYOTA CUSTOMER, PURCHASED SHOWROOM 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WITH HEADLINER IN THE REAR DROOPED DOWN. THIS IS BRAND NEW...I WAS TOLD THAT PROBABLY SOME KIDS HAVE PULLED THE HEADLINER DOWN WHILE IN SHOWROOM. WAITING FOR RESOLUTION I DECIDED TO READ ON COMMON PROBLEMS AND LONE BEHOLD! TOYOTA, Y...

Aug 12, 2013 Structure

VERY UPSET TOYOTA CUSTOMER, PURCHASED SHOWROOM 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WITH HEADLINER IN THE REAR DROOPED DOWN. THIS IS BRAND NEW...I WAS TOLD THAT PROBABLY SOME KIDS HAVE PULLED THE HEADLINER DOWN WHILE IN SHOWROOM. WAITING FOR RESOLUTION I DECIDED TO READ ON COMMON PROBLEMS AND LONE BEHOLD! TOYOTA, Y...

Aug 12, 2013 Visibility/wiper

VERY UPSET TOYOTA CUSTOMER, PURCHASED SHOWROOM 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WITH HEADLINER IN THE REAR DROOPED DOWN. THIS IS BRAND NEW...I WAS TOLD THAT PROBABLY SOME KIDS HAVE PULLED THE HEADLINER DOWN WHILE IN SHOWROOM. WAITING FOR RESOLUTION I DECIDED TO READ ON COMMON PROBLEMS AND LONE BEHOLD! TOYOTA, Y...

Aug 12, 2013 Seats

VERY UPSET TOYOTA CUSTOMER, PURCHASED SHOWROOM 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WITH HEADLINER IN THE REAR DROOPED DOWN. THIS IS BRAND NEW...I WAS TOLD THAT PROBABLY SOME KIDS HAVE PULLED THE HEADLINER DOWN WHILE IN SHOWROOM. WAITING FOR RESOLUTION I DECIDED TO READ ON COMMON PROBLEMS AND LONE BEHOLD! TOYOTA, Y...

Aug 12, 2013 Structure

VERY UPSET TOYOTA CUSTOMER, PURCHASED SHOWROOM 2013 TOYOTA AVALON WITH HEADLINER IN THE REAR DROOPED DOWN. THIS IS BRAND NEW...I WAS TOLD THAT PROBABLY SOME KIDS HAVE PULLED THE HEADLINER DOWN WHILE IN SHOWROOM. WAITING FOR RESOLUTION I DECIDED TO READ ON COMMON PROBLEMS AND LONE BEHOLD! TOYOTA, Y...

Aug 3, 2013 Seat Belts 2,504 mi

SEAT BELT ON DRIVERS SIDE HUNG UP WHEN PULLED OUT TO ATTACH IT TO THE SEAT LATCH. WILL NOT RETRACT BACK INTO THE COMPARTMENT IN THE VEHICLE BODY. HANGING LOOSE. WILL NOT ADJUST TO YOUR BODY. WOULD NOT LOCK UP IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. *TR

Aug 3, 2013 Seat Belts 2,504 mi

SEAT BELT ON DRIVERS SIDE HUNG UP WHEN PULLED OUT TO ATTACH IT TO THE SEAT LATCH. WILL NOT RETRACT BACK INTO THE COMPARTMENT IN THE VEHICLE BODY. HANGING LOOSE. WILL NOT ADJUST TO YOUR BODY. WOULD NOT LOCK UP IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. *TR

Aug 1, 2013 Structure

TOYOTA CORP CONTINUES TO SELL 2013 TOYOTA AVALONS WITH A KNOWN DEFECT TO THE HEADLINER. THE HEADLINER TO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SAGS AND MAY POTENTIALLY OBSTRUCT THE VIEW OF THE DRIVER WHILE DRIVING. IT IS APPARENT AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE ONLINE THAT TOYOTA IS FULLY AWARE OF THE DEFECT BUT FAIL...

Aug 1, 2013 Structure

TOYOTA CORP CONTINUES TO SELL 2013 TOYOTA AVALONS WITH A KNOWN DEFECT TO THE HEADLINER. THE HEADLINER TO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SAGS AND MAY POTENTIALLY OBSTRUCT THE VIEW OF THE DRIVER WHILE DRIVING. IT IS APPARENT AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE ONLINE THAT TOYOTA IS FULLY AWARE OF THE DEFECT BUT FAIL...

Jul 29, 2013 Structure 966 mi

HEADLINER IS FALLING DOWN IN BACK BY REAR WINDOW. PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO TOYOTA. I AM TOLD TOYOTA IS WORKING ON A FIX FOR IT BUT IT WILL BE A WHILE BEFORE A RESOLUTION IS FOUND. AS A GOOD WILL GESTURE TOYOTA TACKED UP THE HEADLINER IN THE MIDDLE WHERE IT WAS FALLING DOWN. A FEW DAYS LATER THE H...

Jul 29, 2013 Structure 966 mi

HEADLINER IS FALLING DOWN IN BACK BY REAR WINDOW. PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO TOYOTA. I AM TOLD TOYOTA IS WORKING ON A FIX FOR IT BUT IT WILL BE A WHILE BEFORE A RESOLUTION IS FOUND. AS A GOOD WILL GESTURE TOYOTA TACKED UP THE HEADLINER IN THE MIDDLE WHERE IT WAS FALLING DOWN. A FEW DAYS LATER THE H...

Jul 18, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 3,800 mi

MY WIFE WAS IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN SHE APPLIED THE BRAKE WITHOUT RESULTS. THE CAR CONTINUED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET,AND WAS STOPPED ON IMPACT BY A PICNIC TABLE AND SIDE OF A BUILDING. SHE RECEIVED A WHIPLASH INJURY, RECENTLY DIAGNOSED AS HERNIATED DISKS, AND IS ...

Jul 18, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 3,800 mi

MY WIFE WAS IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN SHE APPLIED THE BRAKE WITHOUT RESULTS. THE CAR CONTINUED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET,AND WAS STOPPED ON IMPACT BY A PICNIC TABLE AND SIDE OF A BUILDING. SHE RECEIVED A WHIPLASH INJURY, RECENTLY DIAGNOSED AS HERNIATED DISKS, AND IS ...

Jul 18, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 3,800 mi

MY WIFE WAS IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN SHE APPLIED THE BRAKE WITHOUT RESULTS. THE CAR CONTINUED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET,AND WAS STOPPED ON IMPACT BY A PICNIC TABLE AND SIDE OF A BUILDING. SHE RECEIVED A WHIPLASH INJURY, RECENTLY DIAGNOSED AS HERNIATED DISKS, AND IS ...

Jul 18, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 3,800 mi

MY WIFE WAS IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN SHE APPLIED THE BRAKE WITHOUT RESULTS. THE CAR CONTINUED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET,AND WAS STOPPED ON IMPACT BY A PICNIC TABLE AND SIDE OF A BUILDING. SHE RECEIVED A WHIPLASH INJURY, RECENTLY DIAGNOSED AS HERNIATED DISKS, AND IS ...

Jul 12, 2013 Visibility/wiper 100 mi

THERE IS A GLARE IN THE REAR WINDOW THAT TENDS TO ALWAYS HAVE A NEGATIVE EFFECT ON VISIBILITY. I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE THIS IN MY 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND OWNING OVER 20 VEHICLES. IT SEEMS THE ANGLE OF THE WINDOW COMBINED WITH THE LIGHT GRAY REAR DECK MATERIAL CREATES THE DISTRACTING REFLEC...

Jul 12, 2013 Visibility/wiper 100 mi

THERE IS A GLARE IN THE REAR WINDOW THAT TENDS TO ALWAYS HAVE A NEGATIVE EFFECT ON VISIBILITY. I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE THIS IN MY 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND OWNING OVER 20 VEHICLES. IT SEEMS THE ANGLE OF THE WINDOW COMBINED WITH THE LIGHT GRAY REAR DECK MATERIAL CREATES THE DISTRACTING REFLEC...

Jul 5, 2013 Structure 200 mi

SERIOUS PROBLEM: 2013 TOYOTA AVALON DASHBOARD TRIM CAUSES A DANGEROUS REFLECTION OF SUNLIGHT DIRECTLY INTO DRIVER'S EYES. DURING MID-DAY SUN, BLINDING BEAMS OF SUNLIGHT BOUNCE OFF SEVERAL AREAS OF THE MIRRORED-CHROME-COLORED PLASTIC TRIM THAT SURROUNDS THE DASHBOARD AND WRAPS AROUND THE INSTRUMENT C...

Jul 5, 2013 Structure 200 mi

SERIOUS PROBLEM: 2013 TOYOTA AVALON DASHBOARD TRIM CAUSES A DANGEROUS REFLECTION OF SUNLIGHT DIRECTLY INTO DRIVER'S EYES. DURING MID-DAY SUN, BLINDING BEAMS OF SUNLIGHT BOUNCE OFF SEVERAL AREAS OF THE MIRRORED-CHROME-COLORED PLASTIC TRIM THAT SURROUNDS THE DASHBOARD AND WRAPS AROUND THE INSTRUMENT C...

Jul 2, 2013 Structure 600 mi

HEADLINER OF THE CAR IS PEELING FROM THE REAR. WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP I.E. HOLMAN TOYOTA, MT. LAUREL, NJ, THEY ADVISED THEY WOULD ORDER THE NEW HEADLINER AND REPLACE THE SAME. WENT TODAY JULY 2ND, 2013, HOLMAN TOYOTA ADVISED THE PEELING HEADLINER IS COMMON ISSUE IN THE 2013 AVALON AND TOYOTA HAS INS...

Jul 2, 2013 Structure 410 mi

THIS TOYOTA WAS PURCHASED WITH A SUNROOF TOP. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR TWO WEEKS WE NOTICED THE HEADLINER WAS COMING LOOSE FROM THE ROOF. WE NOTICED THAT WHEN YOU OPENED THE SUNROOF THE AIR ENTERING THE CAR MADE THE ROOF OR HEADLINER SHAKE AND MOVE AS IF TO MUCH AIR WAS GETTING UNDER IT CAUSING THE...

Jul 2, 2013 Visibility 410 mi

THIS TOYOTA WAS PURCHASED WITH A SUNROOF TOP. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR TWO WEEKS WE NOTICED THE HEADLINER WAS COMING LOOSE FROM THE ROOF. WE NOTICED THAT WHEN YOU OPENED THE SUNROOF THE AIR ENTERING THE CAR MADE THE ROOF OR HEADLINER SHAKE AND MOVE AS IF TO MUCH AIR WAS GETTING UNDER IT CAUSING THE...

Jul 2, 2013 Structure 600 mi

HEADLINER OF THE CAR IS PEELING FROM THE REAR. WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP I.E. HOLMAN TOYOTA, MT. LAUREL, NJ, THEY ADVISED THEY WOULD ORDER THE NEW HEADLINER AND REPLACE THE SAME. WENT TODAY JULY 2ND, 2013, HOLMAN TOYOTA ADVISED THE PEELING HEADLINER IS COMMON ISSUE IN THE 2013 AVALON AND TOYOTA HAS INS...

Jul 2, 2013 Structure 410 mi

THIS TOYOTA WAS PURCHASED WITH A SUNROOF TOP. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR TWO WEEKS WE NOTICED THE HEADLINER WAS COMING LOOSE FROM THE ROOF. WE NOTICED THAT WHEN YOU OPENED THE SUNROOF THE AIR ENTERING THE CAR MADE THE ROOF OR HEADLINER SHAKE AND MOVE AS IF TO MUCH AIR WAS GETTING UNDER IT CAUSING THE...

Jul 2, 2013 Visibility 410 mi

THIS TOYOTA WAS PURCHASED WITH A SUNROOF TOP. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR TWO WEEKS WE NOTICED THE HEADLINER WAS COMING LOOSE FROM THE ROOF. WE NOTICED THAT WHEN YOU OPENED THE SUNROOF THE AIR ENTERING THE CAR MADE THE ROOF OR HEADLINER SHAKE AND MOVE AS IF TO MUCH AIR WAS GETTING UNDER IT CAUSING THE...

Jun 20, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

2013 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE INACCURATE SPEEDOMETER. *SMD AN INSPECTION REVEALED THE SPEEDOMETER WAS 2-3 MPH FAST. ACCORDING TO TOYOTA, THAT WAS ACCEPTABLE.

Jun 20, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

2013 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE INACCURATE SPEEDOMETER. *SMD AN INSPECTION REVEALED THE SPEEDOMETER WAS 2-3 MPH FAST. ACCORDING TO TOYOTA, THAT WAS ACCEPTABLE.

Jun 17, 2013 Visibility 450 mi

I DROVE TO BALTIMORE, MD FROM CHERRY HILL, NJ ON 06/16/2013 AT SPEEDS VARYING FROM 45MPH - 75MPH. THE MOMENT I GOT ON TO NJ TURNPIKE, THE WIND AND ROAD NOISE WERE LOUD INSIDE THE CABIN. THE ENTIRE TIME IT SEEMED THE WINDOWS OF THE CAR WERE OPEN EVEN THOUGH THE A/C WAS ON SLOW, WINDOWS AND SUNROOF WE...

Jun 17, 2013 Visibility 450 mi

I DROVE TO BALTIMORE, MD FROM CHERRY HILL, NJ ON 06/16/2013 AT SPEEDS VARYING FROM 45MPH - 75MPH. THE MOMENT I GOT ON TO NJ TURNPIKE, THE WIND AND ROAD NOISE WERE LOUD INSIDE THE CABIN. THE ENTIRE TIME IT SEEMED THE WINDOWS OF THE CAR WERE OPEN EVEN THOUGH THE A/C WAS ON SLOW, WINDOWS AND SUNROOF WE...

Jun 17, 2013 Visibility 450 mi

I DROVE TO BALTIMORE, MD FROM CHERRY HILL, NJ ON 06/16/2013 AT SPEEDS VARYING FROM 45MPH - 75MPH. THE MOMENT I GOT ON TO NJ TURNPIKE, THE WIND AND ROAD NOISE WERE LOUD INSIDE THE CABIN. THE ENTIRE TIME IT SEEMED THE WINDOWS OF THE CAR WERE OPEN EVEN THOUGH THE A/C WAS ON SLOW, WINDOWS AND SUNROOF WE...

Jun 17, 2013 Visibility 450 mi

I DROVE TO BALTIMORE, MD FROM CHERRY HILL, NJ ON 06/16/2013 AT SPEEDS VARYING FROM 45MPH - 75MPH. THE MOMENT I GOT ON TO NJ TURNPIKE, THE WIND AND ROAD NOISE WERE LOUD INSIDE THE CABIN. THE ENTIRE TIME IT SEEMED THE WINDOWS OF THE CAR WERE OPEN EVEN THOUGH THE A/C WAS ON SLOW, WINDOWS AND SUNROOF WE...

Jun 13, 2013 Visibility

FAILED COMPONENT IN THIS VEHICLE, AS WELL AS EVERY OTHER 2013 TOYOTA AVALON, HAS A DISTORTED REAR WINDOW AND ONE CANNOT GET A CLEAR VIEW OF WHAT IS BEHIND. ALL LINES ARE ZIG-ZAG AND EVERYTHING BEHIND IS FUZZY. THIS IS NOT A DISPUTE BETWEEN ONE CAR OWNER AND TOYOTA, BUT A DISPUTE THAT ENCOMPASSES E...

Jun 13, 2013 Visibility

FAILED COMPONENT IN THIS VEHICLE, AS WELL AS EVERY OTHER 2013 TOYOTA AVALON, HAS A DISTORTED REAR WINDOW AND ONE CANNOT GET A CLEAR VIEW OF WHAT IS BEHIND. ALL LINES ARE ZIG-ZAG AND EVERYTHING BEHIND IS FUZZY. THIS IS NOT A DISPUTE BETWEEN ONE CAR OWNER AND TOYOTA, BUT A DISPUTE THAT ENCOMPASSES E...

Jun 12, 2013 Structure

DESIGN FLAW CHROME STRIP ON DASH CAUSES GLARE FROM SUN WHICH IS BLINDING WHEN DRIVING IN SUN AND POSSIBLY CAUSING DAMAGE TO RETINA. ESP BAD FOR SENIOR DRIVERS WHO HAS CATARACTS --[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Jun 12, 2013 Exterior Lighting

DESIGN FLAW CHROME STRIP ON DASH CAUSES GLARE FROM SUN WHICH IS BLINDING WHEN DRIVING IN SUN AND POSSIBLY CAUSING DAMAGE TO RETINA. ESP BAD FOR SENIOR DRIVERS WHO HAS CATARACTS --[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Jun 12, 2013 Structure

DESIGN FLAW CHROME STRIP ON DASH CAUSES GLARE FROM SUN WHICH IS BLINDING WHEN DRIVING IN SUN AND POSSIBLY CAUSING DAMAGE TO RETINA. ESP BAD FOR SENIOR DRIVERS WHO HAS CATARACTS --[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Jun 12, 2013 Exterior Lighting

DESIGN FLAW CHROME STRIP ON DASH CAUSES GLARE FROM SUN WHICH IS BLINDING WHEN DRIVING IN SUN AND POSSIBLY CAUSING DAMAGE TO RETINA. ESP BAD FOR SENIOR DRIVERS WHO HAS CATARACTS --[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Jun 5, 2013 Service Brakes 2,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING FROM KNOXVILLE TN TO ATLANTA GA, ON A DOWNGRADE JUST OUTSIDE OF CHATTANOOGA ON INTERSTATE 75 I WENT TO USE THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND DID NOT COME BACK. I HAD NO BRAKES WHATSOEVER AND ONLY BY THE GRACE OF GOD WAS I ABLE TO SAFELY MAKE IT OVER TO THE EMER...

Jun 5, 2013 Service Brakes 2,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING FROM KNOXVILLE TN TO ATLANTA GA, ON A DOWNGRADE JUST OUTSIDE OF CHATTANOOGA ON INTERSTATE 75 I WENT TO USE THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND DID NOT COME BACK. I HAD NO BRAKES WHATSOEVER AND ONLY BY THE GRACE OF GOD WAS I ABLE TO SAFELY MAKE IT OVER TO THE EMER...

Jun 3, 2013 Structure 15 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN REFLECTION FROM THE CHROME ON THE DASHBOARD AND ARM REST DISTORTED HIS VISION WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE A...

Jun 3, 2013 Structure 15 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN REFLECTION FROM THE CHROME ON THE DASHBOARD AND ARM REST DISTORTED HIS VISION WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE A...

May 10, 2013 Seats

2013 AVALON TOURING ON APRIL 2013 EXPERIENCE WITH THIS CAR HASN'T BEEN VERY GOOD CONSIDERING THAT IT IS A NEW CAR. THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH THE LEATHER ON THE BACK SEAT BUCKLING AND A STAIN THAT WAS ON THE HEADLINER IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR AREA BECAUSE OF A WATER LEAK FROM THE ROOF. IT WAS TAKEN TO...

May 10, 2013 Structure

2013 AVALON TOURING ON APRIL 2013 EXPERIENCE WITH THIS CAR HASN'T BEEN VERY GOOD CONSIDERING THAT IT IS A NEW CAR. THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH THE LEATHER ON THE BACK SEAT BUCKLING AND A STAIN THAT WAS ON THE HEADLINER IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR AREA BECAUSE OF A WATER LEAK FROM THE ROOF. IT WAS TAKEN TO...

May 10, 2013 Seats

2013 AVALON TOURING ON APRIL 2013 EXPERIENCE WITH THIS CAR HASN'T BEEN VERY GOOD CONSIDERING THAT IT IS A NEW CAR. THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH THE LEATHER ON THE BACK SEAT BUCKLING AND A STAIN THAT WAS ON THE HEADLINER IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR AREA BECAUSE OF A WATER LEAK FROM THE ROOF. IT WAS TAKEN TO...

May 10, 2013 Structure

2013 AVALON TOURING ON APRIL 2013 EXPERIENCE WITH THIS CAR HASN'T BEEN VERY GOOD CONSIDERING THAT IT IS A NEW CAR. THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH THE LEATHER ON THE BACK SEAT BUCKLING AND A STAIN THAT WAS ON THE HEADLINER IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR AREA BECAUSE OF A WATER LEAK FROM THE ROOF. IT WAS TAKEN TO...

Apr 4, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SURGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIANS WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PERFORMING UP TO SPECIFICATIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Apr 4, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SURGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIANS WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PERFORMING UP TO SPECIFICATIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Mar 22, 2013 Visibility

IN THE 2013 TOYOTA AVALON, DRIVER VISIBILITY IS DANGEROUSLY DISTORTED WHEN LOOKING THROUGH THE REAR VIEW MIRROR AT APPROACHING CARS (ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT), DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE NEW 2013 ENGINEERING DESIGN OF THE REAR GLASS MATERIAL, REAR GLASS CONTOUR AND ANGLE, TINTING, AND DEFROST STRIPS. ALL LI...

Mar 22, 2013 Visibility

IN THE 2013 TOYOTA AVALON, DRIVER VISIBILITY IS DANGEROUSLY DISTORTED WHEN LOOKING THROUGH THE REAR VIEW MIRROR AT APPROACHING CARS (ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT), DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE NEW 2013 ENGINEERING DESIGN OF THE REAR GLASS MATERIAL, REAR GLASS CONTOUR AND ANGLE, TINTING, AND DEFROST STRIPS. ALL LI...