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2011 Toyota Avalon recalls and problems

The 2011 Toyota Avalon has 1 safety recall and 106 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
106
Crashes / fires
14 / 0
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2011 Toyota Avalon vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Toyota Avalon recalls

Recall 15V-047: Electrical System

Reported Jan 28, 2015 · 51,495 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Toyota Avalon vehicles manufactured February 9, 2010, to October 22, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the sub-woofer speaker located in the trunk may experience an intermittent electrical short which may cause damage to the integrated circuit (IC) in the audio amplifier. In some cases, the damaged IC may allow a constant electrical current flow to the sub-woofer.

Risk: A constant electrical current flow may cause the sub-woofer to overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the audio system amplifier and install a protective cover around the sub-woofer, free of charge. The recall began on July 1,2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

2011 Toyota Avalon problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Steering33
Electrical System25
Vehicle Speed Control11
Unknown or Other10
Visibility/Wiper9
Structure6
Visibility5
Service Brakes5
Latches/Locks/Linkages4
Seats3
Engine3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2

Most reported parts

  • Steering › Column — 2
  • Structure › Body — 2
  • Seat Belts › Front › Warning Light/Devices — 1
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
  • Structure › Body › Door — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 35,400 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2011 Toyota Avalon complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seat Belts · at 121,578 miles · reported Dec 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side seat belt failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the front passenger's side seat belt latch failed to unlock. The contact stated that his wife was stuck in the seat for five minutes doe to the failure. The contact attempted several times before the seat belt unlatched. Additionally, the contact stated that the seat belt became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The vehicle was scheduled to be…
Unknown or Other · reported Aug 26, 2022
The rear sun screen will get stuck in the up position . At night there is almost no visibility out of the back window. This is a very dangerous safety problem. Apparently Toyota has had a problem with this feature with no effort made to correct it.
Engine · reported Dec 13, 2021
The engine has quit while in traffic several times and the check engine light and the skid control lights are the only lights lit on the dashboard. Once the car comes to rest and one waits 3 to 5 minutes, the car will restart. We have taken the car to the dealer twice, ( each time the had it for nearly a week) and they could not find the problem. This is a very serious problem because the engine stops without notice causing loss of power steering and total loss of control. The lights for check engine and skid control are sometimes on when this happens, but not always; and the fact that these…
Visibility/Wiper · reported Dec 6, 2021
Failure of the Sun shade in the rear causes a problem with visability. Stays stuck in up or down position. Creates a loud distracting grinding noise when in operation and highly reduces visibility through the rear window. Particularly when it is stuck in the half way position.
Unknown or Other · at 45,636 miles · reported Apr 8, 2021
Telescoping steering column lock loosens while driving causing steering wheel and brakes to shake. Advised my local toyota dealer and they said it was not covered under warranty but I could pay them to repair the issue with a upgraded repair that toyota has identified. A notice was never sent out to toyota owners. This should be a recall notice. Safety issue while driving. Service bulletin (#00206, NHTSA # 10019669) they now inform me of a known issue with the telescopic lever detent clip and a technical service bulletin TSB-0147-13 and also that toyota had a warranty enhancement program - zty…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Toyota Avalon: 15V-047 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Toyota Avalon?

Owners report steering problems most often (33 reports), followed by electrical system (25). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 35,400 miles.

Are Toyota recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.