This page covers 2 recalls, 14 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 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 about the 2017 Avalon are relatively sparse at 14 total, but engine-related issues make up the largest share. Owners describe transmission behavior consistent with speed sensor problems, one account details the car dropping out of gear unexpectedly, producing grinding noises before only accepting Park, with a check engine light confirmed as a speed sensor fault. The vehicle speed control system draws the next-highest complaint volume, with owners raising concerns about the push-button ignition and auto start/stop behavior, particularly around the risk of unintended engine operation. Two airbag complaints in this set relate to parts availability rather than in-vehicle failures, owners report being notified of an open airbag campaign but unable to get the remedy completed due to the replacement part being on backorder. A single complaint flags weak trunk torsion springs causing the lid to fall unexpectedly, though this appears in only one report.
14
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Toyota Avalon has 2 recalls, the more serious being a faulty airbag control module that can malfunction during a crash and prevent the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners from deploying, raising the risk of injury.
The second recall involves the spare tire, which may not have been inflated to the pressure specified on the tire pressure label. A spare that is under- or over-inflated may not handle as expected if you need to use it, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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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 →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The spare tire on affected vehicles has incorrect air pressure and does not match the pressure specified on the Tire Pressure Label.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the spare tire and adjust its pressure to the correct level at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
