2011 Toyota Avalon
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 80 |
| 1996 | 109 |
| 1997 | 125 |
| 1998 | 178 |
| 1999 | 92 |
| 2000 | 173 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 116 |
| 2003 | 293 |
| 2004 | 205 |
| 2005 | 228 |
| 2006 | 359 |
| 2007 | 242 |
| 2008 | 349 |
| 2009 | 91 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 137 |
| 2014 | 96 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
29% of complaints: steering — 31 distinct reports on file.
23% of complaints: electrical system — 24 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LEXUS RX350 (NA).
NHTSA ODI report, 20101217
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA AVALON. WHEN THE CONTACT PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY, SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE UNINTENDEDLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A GENERATOR AND SPUN IN THE GARAGE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190620
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING A RIGHT TURN AT 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A BRUSH OF CACTUS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120424
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR BRUISES TO HER ARM AND KNEE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110110
8% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 9 distinct reports on file.
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THE REAR SUNSHADE IS BROKEN AND WON'T DOWN WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE LIKE IT'S SUPPOSED TO. THE SHADE LIMITS MY VISIBILITY. IT'S SO BAD THAT I TRY NOT TO DRIVE AT NIGHT OR DURING FOG OR RAIN BECAUSE I CAN'T SEE AT ALL THEN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180122
5% of complaints: visibility — 5 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Toyota Avalon vehicles manufactured February 9, 2010, to October 22, 2012.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the audio system amplifier and install a protective cover around the sub-woofer, free of charge. The recall began on July 1,2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Campaign 15V047000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Toyota Avalon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V047000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Toyota Avalon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Toyota Avalon is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Toyota Avalon?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Toyota Avalon have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.