Is the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid

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2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:52:02.340Z

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 12
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 4
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2015: 12 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2013	23
2014	18
2015	12
2016	2
2017	0
2018	1
2019	1
2020	0
2021	6
2022	0

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

5 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes.

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My name is [xxx] and I am a disabled veteran. On May 25, 2015 I was in a severe accident and now I am 100% disabled. After the accident I wanted a vehicle with every safety option possible because I have ptsd about driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-02-02

Also filed under Forward collision avoidance

Electrical system

3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.

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Time to time everything on the dashboard of my car shutdown (Lights, navigation, stereo system e.t.c. All electronic devices, it mostly happens when I drive, also the dashboard makes a noise which sounds like a click.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-13

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and exterior lighting

Vehicle speed control

2 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

Engine

2 of 12 total reports mention: engine.

Electronic stability control (esc)

2 of 12 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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2016-07-28Forward collision avoidance15V728000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 19, 2012 to October 27, 2015 and 2013-2015 Lexus ES350 and ES300h vehicles manufactured June 18, 2012...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain PCS components, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this campaign are F1V and F2E.

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2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
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2019-09-30Defect petitionClosed 2021-01-21 Brake Actuator Valve Wear
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2020-03-16Air bags20V024000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020.

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2023-11-22Defect petitionOpen Brake Actuator Valve Wear

Buy-smart checklist

2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

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Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V728000 · Forward collision avoidance
Recall 20V024000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.