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2013 Toyota Avalon Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Vehicle Speed Control — runs 3.2× the fleet median for that category across the 1731 model-years tracked on this site.
137Complaints
4Recalls
14Crashes
1Fires
18Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Vehicle Speed Control (16.1% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Vehicle Speed Control complaints here are 3.2× the median for that category across the 1731 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Vehicle Speed Control22 · 16.1%not available
Visibility/wiper21 · 15.3%not available
Electrical System14 · 10.2%RecalledRecall 13V442000
Air Bags14 · 10.2%RecalledRecall 20V024000
Structure13 · 9.5%not available
Structure:body12 · 8.8%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other22 · 16.1%
VISIBILITY/WIPER21 · 15.3%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM14 · 10.2%
AIR BAGS14 · 10.2%
STRUCTURE13 · 9.5%
STRUCTURE:BODY12 · 8.8%
SERVICE BRAKES12 · 8.8%
VISIBILITY6 · 4.4%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE6 · 4.4%

Percentages are the share of the 137 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking

NHTSA campaign 15V728000 · 2015 · reported 11/03/2015

A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:switch/wiring

NHTSA campaign 13V505000 · 2013 · reported 10/17/2013

A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System

NHTSA campaign 13V442000 · 2013 · reported 10/17/2013

A short circuit may cause the air bags to become disabled or inadvertently deploy. An inadvertent airbag deployment can increase the risk of injury or the possibility of a crash. An inoperative airbag can increase the risk of injury in a severe crash.… Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module

NHTSA campaign 20V024000 · 2020 · reported 01/17/2020

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“MY VEHICLE WHILE HOLDING THE BRAKE (STATIONARY) AT A STOP SIGH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND HIT THE BACK OF THE CAR IN FRONT.. FOR 5…”NHTSA complaint 11256270 — filed 09/17/2019 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
“ECU AND PCS SWITCH TO CONTROL VEHICLE'S SPEED, WILL SUDDENLY REDUCE SPEED ON HIGHWAY IN TRAFFIC ( VERY DANGEROUS) AND VEHICLE WILL ALMOST COME TO…”NHTSA complaint 11165368 — filed 01/05/2019 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
“I WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK MY CAR BY BACKING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. AS I WAS GOING FORWARD TO POSITION THE CAR BEFORE BACKING UP…”NHTSA complaint 11112079 — filed 07/18/2018 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Avalon?

Vehicle speed control issues are the most-reported category, cited in 22 of 137 NHTSA complaints (16.1%), followed by unspecified/other issues (22), visibility/wiper (21), electrical system (14). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2013 Toyota Avalon have?

137 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 14 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 18 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2013 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 15V728000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2013 Toyota Avalon's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.