2017 Toyota Avalon: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings
The 2017 Toyota Avalon has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 14 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.
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The 2017 Toyota Avalon has 2 safety recall campaigns and 14 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Avalon had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.
Safety recalls
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 bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
What owners complain about
The systems 2017 Toyota Avalon owners report most often to federal regulators:
NHTSA crash-test ratings
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes. The 2017 Toyota Avalon has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.
What problems do 2017 Toyota Avalon owners report?
Owners have filed 14 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota Avalon, most often about the engine, vehicle speed control, electrical system.
How do I check a specific Avalon's history?
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