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2001 Toyota Avalon recalls & problems

The 2001 Toyota Avalon has 2 safety recalls and 134 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is vehicle speed control (24 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints134filed by owners
Crashes · fires34 · 1reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths25 · 3reported in complaints
2001 Toyota Avalon in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

SteeringJul 29, 2010

Steering

Recall 10V345000372,593 vehicles

Problem
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2000-2004 AVALON VEHICLES. DUE TO IMPROPER CASTING OF THE STEERING LOCK BAR, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A MINUTE CRACK MAY DEVELOP ON THE SURFACE OF THE LOCK BAR. SUCH A CRACK MAY EXPAND OVER A LONG PERIOD OF REPEATED LOCK AND UNLOCK OPERATIONS, AND EVENTUALLY THE LOCK BAR COULD BREAK.
Risk
SHOULD THE STEERING LOCK BAR BREAK, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD LOCK AND THE DRIVER WOULD LOSE THE ABILITY TO STEER THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING INTERLOCK DEVICE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
StructureMar 5, 2001

Frame and members

Recall 01V072000545 vehicles

Problem
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY HAS NOT BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Risk
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE FAILURE OF THE ASSEMBLY FOLLOWING LONG-TERM USAGE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT SUB FRAME, IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2001 Toyota Avalon 4-DR. w/SAB

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
2001 Toyota Avalon NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Avalon

21mpg combined
City / highway18 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal; Cruise control24150752,500 mi
Air bagsFrontal2117011108,000 mi
Engine and engine coolingEngine; Exhaust system › Emission control1400049,382 mi
Electrical systemWiring › Fuses and circuit breakers; Wiring › Interior/under dash1400063,000 mi
VisibilityWindshield; Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior1100036,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulicAntilock/traction control/electronic limited slip; Foundation components1110017,217 mi
SteeringHydraulic power assist system9312121,250 mi
Power trainAutomatic transmission; Axle assembly9003—
TiresSidewall; Tread/belt910357,000 mi
SuspensionFront; Rear800022,000 mi
StructureFrame and members; Body › Bumpers6000—
Fuel system, gasolineDelivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings; Storage › Tank assembly5000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.