2014 Toyota Avalon: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Toyota Avalon: 4 recalls, 96 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #14V576000 · 2014 · 15,872 vehicles
What's wrong: Fuel May leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014.
Suspension Vehicle recall #14V715000 · 2014 · 5,650 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm May have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm May not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.
Why it matters: Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm May separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2014.
Forward collision avoidance Vehicle recall #15V728000 · 2015 · 30,812 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with a pre-collision system (pcs) as optional equipment. In these vehicles, the pcs May unexpectedly activate and apply the brakes when the radar detects a steel joint or plate in the roadway as an object.
Why it matters: A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain pcs components, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016.
Airbags Vehicle recall #20V024000 · 2020 · 2,891,976 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended May increase the risk of injury.
The fix: 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. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 10 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (21): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Forward collision avoidance (18): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Body & structure (12): the most common themes are door / lock issues (2).
- Electrical (11): the most common themes are door / lock issues (4), warning light on (2), electrical failure (2).
The 2014 Toyota Avalon has 96 owner complaints, ranking #15 of 28 Avalon model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 122). Complaints peaked in 2016 (26 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 13,625 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (137 complaints, 4 recalls), 2015 (41 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 25 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Toyota Avalon. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2014 Toyota Avalon problems?
Owners have filed 96 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (21), forward collision avoidance (18), body & structure (12).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Avalon get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Toyota Avalon repair manual?
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