The 2016 Toyota Avalon has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (5 reports).
2016 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.
Passenger knee airbag may not deploy properly
Some vehicles built in August and September 2016 may have the front passenger knee airbag module attached to the lower instrument panel with incorrect fasteners.
Passenger Front Airbags May Not Deploy as Intended
Certain 2016 Toyota Avalon and Camry vehicles built between November 30, 2015 and March 4, 2016 may have an occupant classification system that was improperly calibrated.
Most common 2016 Toyota Avalon problems
Problem areas named in the 23 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the sunroof glass shattered. The contact stated that there was no glass inside the vehicle because the sunroof shade was in the closed position. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,500.
The manufacturer is no longer producing OEM windshield that comply with the a DAS features which are now in operable because my windshield will not calibrate after replacement because there is not an OEM windshield available. I have contacted Toyota. I have also searched everywhere in the states for an OEM windshield Toyota has tried to calibrate the replacement which is aftermarket, as well as the Auto Glass installer to no avail. Toyota is no longer manufacturing the OEM windshield which is needed for the safety features to function properly. The car should be recalled for a manufacturer defect.
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Avalon equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: CS5 Ultra Touring, Tire Size: 215/55/R17, DOT Number: U93R1CU1820. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front end of the vehicle was shaking abnormally without warning. The contact took the vehicle to a tire shop and was informed that the tread on the driverâs and passengerâs side tires were separating. The contact's husband drove the vehicle to the original tire shop where the tires were purchased and was offered a store credit for the replacement tires. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The tire was a replacement tire. The tire failure mileage was approximately 6,000,
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately and made an abnormal sound. Additionally, the center console was extremely hot, and the driver's side seat electric panel cover had detached. The contact inspected the driver's side seat and noticed there was rust on the seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the brake pads were cleaned; however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure for the center console. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
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2016 Toyota Avalon questions
Does the 2016 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Toyota Avalon: Air Bags May Fail to Deploy in a Crash; Passenger knee airbag may not deploy properly; Passenger Front Airbags May Not Deploy as Intended. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Avalon?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (5), Engine (4), Air Bags (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.