The 2019 Toyota Avalon is a sedan that the car manufacturer describes as purposefully seamless. Its high social position is due to its superb management and a slew of other major characteristics. Few automobile manufacturers offer people a skilled midsize sedan such as the Avalon. As Toyota's flagship model, it is one of the best options in the full-size reasonably priced sedan class. As a result, we can confidently state that the 2019 Avalon distinguishes itself from the competition. However, the common problems with Toyota Avalon are fuel/propulsion system, engine, power train, forward collision avoidance, electrical system, and exterior lighting. The 2019 Avalon's competitors are equally impressive: the Nissan Maxima, the Kia Cadenza, and the Chrysler 300. The 2019 Avalon is a fairly reliable blending in the segment, with only 44 complaints and 4 recalls. Let's examine in greater detail the problems it has encountered thus far.
2019 Toyota Avalon problems, and user complaints
Engine and Mechanical Complaints
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM: Whenever the fuel system functions properly, the vehicle can run seamlessly and effectively. The Avalon, on the other hand, does not appear to function as predicted. When the engine started, the fuel pump could utterly fail. An unknown red sign warning light was turned on. The car is fitted with a low-pressure fuel pump that may stop working. if this happens, the car will halt and will not be able to be restarted.
- ENGINE: According to this complaint, the engine issue has occurred several times. To detect and repair the problem, the owner has begun taking the car to a local dealer 8-9 times. The device panel's warning lights illuminated while driving, and the hybrid model heated up. The steering was a little stiff. The braking system was too stiff to depress.
- POWER TRAIN: The powertrain must be capable of handling the daily requirements of driving. The transmission side cover sprung a leak. Jerking while driving on local side streets at low speeds between 0-35 mph. Before kicking into gear, the Avalon transmits a "jerking" motion. The "jerking" can be felt within the car multiple times.
Safety Complaints
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: The contact reported that the dynamic cruise control was out of order. The contacts mentioned that while driving at 60 mph, the dynamic cruise control malfunctioned. Along with that the automatic emergency braking powered up, resulting in an unexpected stop. The contact said the failure was much worse while driving in adverse weather.
Exterior
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING: In non-ambient light conditions, the headlights are on a low beam. The headlamps struggled to provide sufficient illumination while driving. Thus in low-light circumstances or at dusk, there can be a high chance of casualties. On dips at night, the headlight projection can be lowered to 1 1/2 car lengths. There is no vision through the low beam cutoff line, which can be a problem.
Dashboard
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The accelerator pedal was applied while driving in stop-and-go traffic, but the car hesitated and intuitively speeded up. There were no illuminated alert indicators. In addition, an airbag electronically controlled unit that could identify a malfunction and cause the airbags to fail was included. In an accident, occupants could be severely injured if the airbags do not deploy.
2019 Toyota Avalon recalls
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S.No. |
Recall Date |
NHTSA Campaign ID |
Issues noticed |
Additional remarks |
Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1 |
November 4, 2020, |
20V682000 |
Fuel Pump May Fail |
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain Avalon models from 2019 to 2020. The fuel tank's low-pressure fuel pump may fail. |
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will substitute the fuel pump assembly for free with a better one. Owners of particular models were informed that replacement parts would be available beginning January 21, 2021. |
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2 |
January 13, 2020, |
20V012000 |
Fuel Pump May Fail |
On January 13, 2020, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2019 Toyota Avalon vehicles. The fuel tank's low-pressure fuel pump may fail. |
Toyota will notify customers, and dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost. The recall went into effect on May 4, 2020. |
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3 |
March 27, 2019, |
19V244000 |
Non-Permanent Text on Load Capacity Label |
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain models of the 2019 Avalon. The load capacity label's text may become illegible. |
GST will notify owners, and dealers will issue free corrected load-carrying capacity modification labels. The recall was initiated on May 24, 2019. |
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4 |
October 4, 2018, |
18V685000 |
Air Bags May Not Deploy as Intended/FMVSS 208, 214 |
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling specific models of the 2019 Toyota Avalon. During the vehicle start-up self-check, the airbag electronic control unit (ECU) may detect an error. If this happens, the ECU may fail to implement the airbags as destined in the event of a collision. |
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will be free of charge to update the software for the airbag ECU. The recall was initiated on October 26, 2018. |
Should you buy a used 2019 Toyota Avalon?
Toyota is such a manufacturer that continues to try to keep the flame alive. Regrettably, these characteristics are no longer functional, resulting in disappearance as a result of the popularity of alluring and innovative SUVs. The Avalon is a quiet performer. This is why well almost 27,767 people chose to buy the Toyota Avalon in 2019. Toyota Avalon's complaints are quite severe as it has injured many owners. To escape from these fatal accidents future buyers must be aware of the Toyota Avalon issues like the fuel/propulsion systems, engines, power trains, forward collision avoidance, electrical system, and exterior lighting. The new Toyota Avalon has a substantial amount of productive vehicle safety and a good safety rating, it has a cabin that's both spacious and prestigious. However, a large sedan is now an option available to the monotony of the numerous crossovers.
