2013 TOYOTA AVALON Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Toyota Avalon. This model year has 159 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Structural Problems.
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Worst 2013 Toyota Avalon Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Structural Problems
Uncategorized Issues
Unintended Acceleration
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Toyota Avalon. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Problems | 27 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 25 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 25 | 8 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 21 | — | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 17 | 7 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 15 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 13 | 4 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | 3 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Chest Clip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Buckle | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Harness | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 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 2013 Toyota Avalon. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 159 most recent complaints
Car into a brick wall, hit on front passenger side at 15 mph no airbag deployed.
he Occupant Detection System (ODS) in my 2013 Toyota Avalon has failed. The vehicle does not consistently detect an adult passenger in the front seat, and the “Passenger Airbag OFF” light remains illuminated, even when someone is seated properly. This means the airbag will not de…
1) System Failure: Back window shade. It is available for inspection at any time. 2) Safety of me and others put at risk: When the shade is down I can not see out the back window posing a significant risk to those behind me particularly pedestrians 3) Has problem been reproduced:…
Straps, yes The straps do not stay tight and do not keep my child restrained Yes After checking the straps on the car seat they become loose no longer restraining my child in her seat
There is a very strong musty smell. 80% of the time it's when I turn on AC. 20% just at random driving times. Whenever car has sat longer then a few hours with all windows up. When open doors is has very musty smell. I have done everything to do with cleaning vehicle. This is a h…
I have a smell of moldy old water what is going on ? Why is water filling up in my trunk? What do my head lights bulb keep going out? WHY HAVEN'T YOU GUYS DONE ANYTHING? For real I have a darn battery in my trunk come on. I already had to purchase a battery .
Rear window shade stuck in 'UP' position, cannot see out the rearview mirror, especially at night. Makes for very dangerous driving.
SIDEWALL TIRE FAILED AFTER 3 MONTHS. NO HAZARD ON ROADWAY, SIDEWALL SEPARATED WHILE TRAVELING AT 70 MPH CAUSING CAR TO GO OUT OF CONTROL WITH NEAR ACCIDENT. AFTER INSPECTING TIRE IT APPEARS TO HAVE VERY LITTLE MATERIAL DEPTH INDICATING A DEFECT BY MANUFACTURER.
I recently took my car in for maintenance and I was offered a complimentary car wash. 1 week after the wash, I noticed there were cloth fibers stuck between the rear side body panels. When i pulled them out, there was evidence of rust and corrosion right underneath. I suspected t…
I have a tacky dashboard which has a glare on the dashboard hindering vision while driving. I understand is a recall however not for 2013 avalons. I’m a senior which make more difficult for to drive my care comfortably. I would like Toyota to approve the repair for my car. I’ve …
The Cylinder head gasket in the engine has failed and is now leaking coolant under the body of the car. This has been inspected by a certified Toyota Dealership and has been maintained by one since we bought the car. There were no warning signs or problems with the car other than…
Water is filling up in my trunk not sure how it is getting in . Have noticed a lil water stains along back top of lining. I started smelling a stail water smell when I found a puddle of water under my spare tire . Im extremely worried with winter coming again . Not to mention the…
I have a electrical issue going on with the driver side headlight. I have had to change the headlight over 3 times now . Seems to go out with in a month or two. While doing my own research Toyota has also changed the light bulb for the old owner more then 3 times. It has only bee…
I had a smell of old water in my vehicle while trying to figure out from where it was coming from .I noticed in left and right rear ceiling quarter panels both wet and had water damage. Then I opened my trunk and it also had the same stale water smell. Under the spare tire on th…
The rear window spontaneously shattered into little fragments of glass and fell into the backseat section of the vehicle. This happened once while parked at work in a gated lot and security camera with motion sensors caught the incident happening on video. Temperature was in the …
The moonroof area has rattling noise at speeds exceeding 60 mph. A similar rattling noise is also noted from the driver side A pillar of the car at all driving speeds.
The contact owns a Goodyear Tire. Tire Line: Assurance Max Life, Tire Size: 225/45/VR18. The contact stated that he noticed the front driver's side tire had a big bubble on the sidewall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The t…
Rear window sunscreen (dark black) stuck in the up position. Poor visibility during night driving with the curtain stuck in the upright position. This has always had this problem and Toyota has not solution.
The sun shade in the rear back malfunctions. When it malfunctions you are unable to visibility see when backing up due to the sun shade being in the way which put other people at risk for safety when backing up. Also when this piece malfunctions it makes a gridding nose which can…
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid. The contact stated that several instrument cluster warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who informed the contact that they were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not re…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Recalls for 2013 Toyota Avalon
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2013 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.
2013 Toyota Avalon — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2013 Toyota Avalon reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2013 Toyota Avalon has 159 NHTSA owner complaints, 18 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Structural Problems (27 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Avalon?▾
#1: Structural Problems (27 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (25 complaints). #3: Unintended Acceleration (25 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Toyota Avalon?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2013 Toyota Avalon?▾
The 2013 Toyota Avalon has 18 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 159 total NHTSA complaints. 21 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2013 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2013 Toyota Avalon. The largest issue: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2013 Toyota Avalon?▾
The 2013 Toyota Avalon has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Structural Problems 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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