2016 Toyota Avalon recalls and problems
The 2016 Toyota Avalon has 3 safety recalls and 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2016 Toyota Avalon vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2016 Toyota Avalon recalls
Recall 20V-024: Air Bags
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Risk: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.
Recall 16V-906: Air Bags
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon, and 2017 Camry vehicles manufactured August 3, 2016, to September 12, 2016. The front passenger knee air bag module may have been attached to the lower instrument panel with incorrect fasteners.
Risk: If the air bag was installed with incorrect fasteners, the fasteners may become loose over time, affecting the air bag deployment and increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, and if necessary, replace the instrument panel brace and body bracket and reattach the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G05.
Recall 16V-215: Air Bags
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon and Camry vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015 to March 4, 2016. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the front passenger seat air bag system may have been improperly calibrated. As a result, the front passenger air bag and the front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended in certain crash scenarios. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the OCS, free of charge. The recall began by May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0J.
2016 Toyota Avalon problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 5 | |
| Engine | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Visibility | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 3
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 2
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 31,000 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 2016 Toyota Avalon complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Toyota Avalon years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Toyota Avalon: 20V-024 (air bags), 16V-906 (air bags), 16V-215 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Toyota Avalon?
Owners report unknown or other problems most often (5 reports), followed by engine (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 31,000 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.