Last updated: 2026-10-10
Toyota Avalon Reliability by Year
Toyota Avalon costs less to repair than most full-size cars, and the 2022 is the cleanest used pick. The 2019 is the year to skip.
Toyota Avalon Reliability Overview
Good overall reliability puts this full-size sedan above average among sedans on the site, and independent repair-cost data shows yearly upkeep below the class norm. The 2019 model year is the one to skip, because of fuel pump stalling and harsh low-speed shifting. The 2022 is the pick, with no federal recalls and very few owner complaints.
Current generation: 5th gen (2019–2023), facelifted 2022.
Best & Worst Toyota Avalon Years
Best Toyota Avalon Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreThe 2022 has no federal recalls and only 8 owner complaints, against 68 for the 2019. It shows none of the fuel pump, electrical, or shifting patterns that mark the weaker year. Its one noted pattern is two tire blowouts. It has also been on the road long enough for that low count to mean something.
Toyota Avalon Years to Avoid
Stalling is the main complaint, often in turns or at intersections, as if the car is starved of fuel. Owners also describe waiting on a fuel pump repair while dealers say no part is available. Blind spot alerts, telematics trouble, and rough shifting under 35 mph add to it. Federal records list four recalls.
Toyota Avalon Reliability Score Trend
Toyota Avalon reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 75/100.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 69/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 75/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 76/100 | Good |
| 2022 | 80/100 | Excellent |
Year-by-Year Reliability
2022 Toyota Avalon
0 recalls · 8 complaints
Best of the five scored Avalon years, with no recalls and far fewer complaints than 2021. The only pattern is sudden tire blowouts.
2021 Toyota Avalon
2 recalls · 21 complaints
Mid-pack Avalon year with good reliability, held back by passenger airbag sensor complaints and two recalls that the better-rated 2022 avoids.
2020 Toyota Avalon
3 recalls · 10 complaints
Good standing and above its class, though fuel backing up during refueling accounts for half of the owner complaints.
2019 Toyota Avalon
4 recalls · 68 complaints
First year of the fifth generation and the weakest scored Avalon year, with fuel pump stalling and electrical faults leading the complaints.
2018 Toyota Avalon
2 recalls · 24 complaints
Final year of the fourth generation, with good reliability and fewer complaints and recalls than 2019, though air bag and steering complaints deserve a check.
Found Your Toyota Avalon? Check Its History
Tires (2) problems come up most in Toyota Avalon owner complaints, and 11 recalls cover the years we track. A VIN check shows whether the car you found had its recall work done, plus accident and title history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
Toyota Avalon Repair Costs
Reliability Rating
4/5
Annual Repair Cost
$463
Repair Frequency
0.4/yr
Major Repair Risk
13%
$127 below the fullsize cars average of $590/yr.
Ranked #3 of 12 among fullsize cars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best Toyota Avalon year to buy used?
- The 2022 is the best pick. It has excellent reliability, no federal recalls, and only 8 owner complaints, and it has been on the road at least two years. The 2018 also rates among the highest, though it has two recalls and air bag and steering complaints.
- Is the Toyota Avalon reliable?
- Yes. Its overall standing is good, and it ranks above average among sedans on the site. Most model years rate good, and the 2022 rates excellent. The one clear weak spot is the 2019, which collects far more complaints than any other year.
- What are the most common Toyota Avalon problems?
- Fuel system trouble leads the list, followed by air bags, electrical faults, and the power train. Owners describe the engine nearly stalling under acceleration with no warning light, driver-assist and telematics glitches, and harsh shifting at low speed. Most of the fuel, electrical, and shifting reports come from the 2019.
- How much does it cost to repair a Toyota Avalon?
- Independent repair-cost data puts the estimated annual repair cost at $463. That is below the $590 average for full-size cars. Costs can run higher on a 2019 if you hit the telematics module or transmission problems, since owners say dealers often quote a paid replacement.
- Does the Toyota Avalon have fuel pump problems?
- Yes, it is the most reported problem area, with 23 complaints. Owners describe the engine nearly stalling for a few seconds under acceleration, with no warning light. Others wait months for a fuel pump replacement because dealers lack the part. Fifteen of the 23 complaints are on the 2019.
How we score the Toyota Avalon
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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