2005 TOYOTA AVALON Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2005 Toyota Avalon. This model year has 228 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Unintended Acceleration.
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Worst 2005 Toyota Avalon Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Unintended Acceleration
Steering Defects
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Toyota Avalon. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unintended Acceleration | 72 | 23 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 42 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 33 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 31 | — | 2 | — | |
| Brake System | 25 | 9 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 17 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 17 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 15 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 12 | 6 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota Avalon. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 228 most recent complaints
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I have been experiencing sponginess in the brakes. the air conditioner stopped working, the temperature gauges stopped working, and the ABS and Brake light are all on in the dash. Reviewing possible fixes according to Toyota Nation Forum online all these symptoms are a result of …
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated while attempting to make a left turn, the accelerator pedal was depressed and became inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The vehicle then returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. The vehi…
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that the vehicle was in direct sunlight, and the instrument panel cracked. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall for the failure. The manufacturer was aware of the…
After the alternator and battery dies the car went right back to accelerating by itself into traffic, I contacted Toyota and explained that after the battery and alternator died the problem came right back but they seem not to care
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One of my airbags or out. My heated seats on my passenger side heats up on its own . I also have lots of water on my passenger side floor when it rains. My gas pedal seem to get stuck when taking off.
Dashboard and airbag covers including dash are badly cracked, airbag safety is potentially compromised if deployed. The car is available for inspection at my residence at any time. Toyota offered to supply and replace dash covers to fix this danger, but parts were never made ava…
Leaks. My stereo system shorted out due to leaking water from windshield area. I since learned Toyota knew about at least 2 leaking problems (in TSB’s) however the coverage was only for 36,000 miles or 36 months. I didn’t detect these issues until after that time. Now it will …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND BECAME SOFT. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS PUMPED SEVERAL TIMES TO FIX THE ISSUE. THERE WAS NO WARNING. THE DEALER WAS NOT CALLED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEH…
LOWER FRONT DASH IS CRACKED AND BROKE
THE REAR SUNSHADE WON'T GO DOWN AND IT'S STUCK IN THE UP POSITION HENCE CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED AND WHILE TRYING TO AVOID HITTING OTHER VEHICLES, THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER 4 TIMES. NO INJURY OCCURRED. A POLICE REPORT FILED. THE VEHI…
ON 2005 TO 2008 TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED MODELS THE 3RD BREAK LIGHT WORKS SOMETIMES AND OTHER TIME IT DOESN'T I HAVE LOOKED ON A LOT OF FORUM AND SO MANY PEOPLE ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SAME PROBLEM AND I GOT A WARNING FOR IT
CRACKED AND MELTING DASHBOARD AND GLOSSY, REFLECTING SUNLIGHT. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO TOYOTA AND THEY ASKED ME TO PAY $2000.00 TO REPLACE IT.
ON 10/25/18 I WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WHEN MY GAS PEDAL HUNG AND LURCHED FORWARD WHILE I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AT A DOCTOR'S OFFICE. I HAD SLOWED DOWN TO PARK WHEN MY CAR JUMPED THE CURB AND HIT THE BUILDING HEAD ON. IT WAS 3:50 IN THE AFTERNOON AND A CLEAR…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2005 Toyota Avalon.
Recalls for 2005 Toyota Avalon
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2005 Toyota Avalon. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2005 Toyota Avalon — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2005 Toyota Avalon reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2005 Toyota Avalon has 228 NHTSA owner complaints, 36 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Unintended Acceleration (72 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Toyota Avalon?▾
#1: Unintended Acceleration (72 complaints). #2: Steering Defects (42 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (33 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Toyota Avalon?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2005 Toyota Avalon?▾
The 2005 Toyota Avalon has 36 crash-related complaints and 3 fire reports out of 228 total NHTSA complaints. 21 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2005 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?▾
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2005 Toyota Avalon. The largest issue: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2005 Toyota Avalon?▾
The 2005 Toyota Avalon has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Unintended Acceleration issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Avalon reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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