CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Toyota Avalon has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 137 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 1 fire, 18 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (25 reports).
2013 Toyota Avalon recalls
Air Bags May Fail to Deploy in a Crash
The air bag electronic control unit (ECU) in certain vehicles may malfunction during some crashes.
Brakes May Engage Unexpectedly Over Steel Road Plates
The Pre-Collision System (PCS) on certain Lexus ES and Toyota Avalon vehicles can mistake a steel joint or plate in the roadway for an object ahead.
Most common 2013 Toyota Avalon problems
Problem areas named in the 137 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 |
| Unknown Or Other | 22 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 21 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Visibility | 11 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 |
| Seats | 5 |
What owners report
I am submitting this complaint to report a safety-related incident involving the moonroof glass on my 2013 Toyota Avalon. Vehicle Information: - Make: Toyota Avalon, 2013 - VIN: [XXX] - Mileage at time of incident: Approximately 120,000 miles While driving under normal road conditions, the moonroof glass on my 2013 Toyota Avalon suddenly shattered without warning and collapsed downward into the passenger compartment. There was no known impact from road debris, rocks, or any other external object. The incident startled me and created a potential safety hazard due to the sudden failure of the glass while the vehicle was in motion. Immediately after the incident, I documented the damage by
Car into a brick wall, hit on front passenger side at 15 mph no airbag deployed.
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 âPassenger Airbag OFFâ light remains illuminated, even when someone is seated properly. This means the airbag will not deploy in a crash, which is a serious safety risk for my passengers. I first noticed this issue several months ago. I took the car to a local certified repair shop, where they diagnosed a failure in the ODS sensor. I then brought it to a Toyota dealership for further inspection. The dealership confirmed the issue but required extra time and labor charges just to reach the same conclusion, even though I had already
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 component been inspected: No the motor operating the shade has not been inspected 5) Warnings prior to system failure: None Description: The window shade is meant to automatically retract out of sight when the transmission is placed in reverse. It does not retract at all. It stays fully extended covering the entire back window. This problem drastically impairs my ability to see out the back window a
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
2013 Toyota Avalon questions
Does the 2013 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 Toyota Avalon: Air Bags May Fail to Deploy in a Crash; Brakes May Engage Unexpectedly Over Steel Road Plates; Air Bags; Electrical System; Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Avalon?
Based on 137 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (25), Vehicle Speed Control (22), Unknown Or Other (22).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Toyota Avalon has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.