2005 TOYOTA AVALON Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2005 Toyota Avalon has 4 recalls, the most serious being a steering shaft defect where the yoke may not have been welded to the shaft, which can cause it to separate and leave the driver with no steering control. A separate recall covers the accelerator pedal, which can become sticky or slow to return after being pressed, leaving the driver unable to reduce engine power normally. On the comfort and safety side, seat cushion compression over time can damage the wiring in the heated seat, creating a short circuit that can cause the seat material to burn and injure the occupant. This last recall only affects vehicles sold through Southeast Toyota Distributors.