This page covers 2 recalls, 25 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 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
For the 2018 Toyota Avalon, the most commonly reported concerns cluster around airbags and the fuel and propulsion system. Several owners report that airbags did not deploy during collisions they describe as significant front-end impacts, with at least one vehicle declared a total loss after a non-deployment event. The fuel and propulsion system draws a similar complaint count, with owners describing the engine intermittently losing power or nearly stalling, particularly during acceleration. Steering complaints round out the top reported systems, though the volume is modest. The engine hesitation pattern is notable because owners describe it as unpredictable and recurring across separate incidents rather than a one-time event.
25
Total Complaints
7
Crash-Related
4
With Injuries
By System
The 2018 Toyota Avalon has 2 recalls, the most serious being a fuel pump that can fail and stall the engine while driving, raising the risk of a crash.
The second recall involves the airbag control module, which can malfunction during a crash and prevent the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners from deploying, leaving occupants with less protection at the moment 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 low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially affecting fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
