This page covers 2 recalls, 52 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2015 Toyota Avalon.
24–40 mpg combined
5.9–9.8 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints on the 2015 Avalon spread across several systems, with vehicle speed control, service brakes, and forward collision avoidance drawing the most reports. On the speed control side, owners describe unintended acceleration or the vehicle surging without driver input, sometimes accompanied by difficulty bringing the car back under control. Brake complaints center on grinding noises, brake warning lights illuminating, and the brakes activating on their own. The forward collision avoidance system draws similar complaint volume, with owners reporting unexpected automatic braking that engages when they feel it shouldn't, sometimes in normal traffic conditions. A handful of owners also mention airbag non-deployment in crashes, though those reports are fewer in number. Isolated complaints cover a water leak into the driver-side front floorboard and a tire blowout at highway speed, but neither appears as a recurring pattern across multiple reports.
52
Total Complaints
8
Crash-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2015 Toyota Avalon has 2 recalls, the most serious involving the optional pre-collision system, which can trigger unexpected automatic braking and increase the risk of a crash.
The second recall affects the airbag control module: during certain crashes, the module can malfunction and prevent the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners from deploying, leaving occupants with less protection when they need it most.
At a glance
What can fail
During certain crashes, the air bag control unit may malfunction, which could prevent air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the air bag control unit and install a noise filter on the wiring, if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The Pre-Collision System radar may mistake a steel joint or plate in the road for an object and unexpectedly activate the brakes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace certain Pre-Collision System components at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
