2020 Toyota Avalon
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2020
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2020: 10 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 360 |
| 2007 | 243 |
| 2008 | 349 |
| 2009 | 91 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 137 |
| 2014 | 96 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 71 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
5 of 10 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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When refueling vehicle, gasoline backs up immediately, doesn't shut off gas hose and pours out all over vehicle and feet of person refueling. Today is the 4th time it's happened.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-25
Recall# 20V-682,if a vehicle stalls while driving,this could increase the risk of a crash.Toyota is talking about the recall for a low pressure fuel pump which may stop operating.this is a serious safety condition which could endanger the lives of...
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-02-12
Forward collision avoidance
3 of 10 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
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I represent the family of a fatally injured rollaway victim.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-28
Also filed under Service brakes
Visibility
1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Steering
1 of 10 total reports mentions: steering.
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TIE ROD LOOSE I heard a clunking noise while turning the steering wheel to the left at very low speeds.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-15
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2020-12-18Air bags, steering20V734000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Toyota Avalon and 2020 Avalon Hybrid, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB17/20TA17.
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2021-01-21Fuel system, gasoline20V682000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4,...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021.
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2024-10-31Air bags23V865000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024.
Buy-smart checklist
2020 Toyota Avalon — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V734000 · Air bags, steering
- Recall 20V682000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 23V865000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2020 Toyota Avalon 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 2020 Toyota Avalon?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 Toyota Avalon have?
- 3 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.