2019 TOYOTA AVALON Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Toyota Avalon. This model year has 64 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Fuel/Propulsion System.
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Worst 2019 Toyota Avalon Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Toyota Avalon. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 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 2019 Toyota Avalon. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 64 most recent complaints
I am writing to formally report a serious and ongoing safety issue involving the Telematics / Data Communication Module (DCM) installed in Toyota vehicles. This issue presents a clear risk to driver and passenger safety and warrants immediate corrective action. The DCM is respon…
Engine does not start or takes longer to start because fuel line does not hold pressure after turning off engine.
I am experiencing the same malfunction with my backup camera/parking assist software that a million other VINs were recalled for. I called Toyota and was essentially told that not enough people from my cars' "batch" have complained. The malfunction is inconsistent, sometimes the …
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the engine seized. The contact stated that a good Samaritan attempted to start the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to restart. The…
When starting the vehicle, an extremely high pitched noise is emitted from the speakers. This high pitch seems like its comes out full volume out the speakers. Ear piercing noise leaves my ears ringing every time.
The 12.3 in Bird's Eye system with backup camera produces a "black screen" when in reverse and when viewing the forward camera when parking. When driving in snow or rain, the collision warning system becomes unavailable due to the precipitation. I believe these are two separa…
After starting to accelerate from a stop light ,the Dashboard had a warning message that the accelerator and brake pedals were pressed simultaneously. The acceleration stopped and the car slowed automatically. After a few seconds the warning indicator went away and the car could …
Recurring issue with blind spot and rear cross traffic malfunction alerts. Toyota had issued a service bulletin for this concern. Dealer had to reprogram the module under part: 39151 T-SB-0034-19. CODE C1AB4 and C1AB5.
I purchased this Vehicle as a Preowned Used Certified from The Toyota dealership The car has broke down 4 times for the same exact ISSUES All the lights will come on and it will say take to the dealer for Service June 8 2024 purchased the Car. November 2024 in the shop ( sensor )…
Jerking and grinding noise in the transmission
After troubleshooting, the issue with my car cannot communicate with my mobile app through Toyota remote connect, cannot update vehicle software, and after a $130 diagnostic fee, the dealer states the DCM module is bad and needs replacing. My question is this is a safety issue, …
When starting the vehicle, an extremely high pitched noise is emitted from the speakers. The safety of my young child is at risk every time I start the car because this could cause irreparable hearing loss. This is a known issue across many Toyota models as I've found through o…
I was pulling into a parking space when the car suddenly accelerated, jumped the curb and hit a tree. The car has auto-braking but this system did not function to stop the car.
A year ago my 2019 Toyota Avalon started displaying a message that the RCD (rear camera detection) was unavailable. I tried working with the dealership that sold me the car, but they ignored me. I went to another Toyota dealership and they said it would cost approximately $2000, …
The car emitted a very loud, high pitched sound, lasting several seconds when starting the vehicle, which was very painful. At the same time, red and green lights are seen flashing a few times next to the SOS button. This has happened twice in the past month.
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the "parking brake malfunction" warning flashed. The contact proceeded to his destination and shifted the vehicle into park (P) but did not engage the parking brake for fear that it migh…
I bought the car new in 2019. Car was fine for the first 2 years then it started skipping the gear on low speeds, it does not happen all the time but it does seems to jerk while changing gears in low speeds, occusionally. I have taken the car in to Toyota in Green Bay, WI locat…
2019 Toyota Avalon XSE with 41,400 miles. Complete failure of the Climate Control Panel. No buttons or lights would work, resulting in lack of any fan, heat, air conditioning, window defroster, mirror defroster or seat heat. Found no fuses blown. On one occasion since then both s…
The sunroof of my 2019 Toyota Avalon is defective. It is available for inspection upon request. My safety, as well as the safety of my passengers, has been put at risk. My problem has been confirmed by Sheehy Toyota of Fredericksburg. No warning lamps or messages to indicate su…
Blind spot monitor sensors not positioned properly, cause bsm and rcta to have issues dealer said their was a TSB for it but that they couldn't cover it and I need to pay out of pocket to fix a defective safety system
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Toyota Avalon.
Recalls for 2019 Toyota Avalon
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 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.
2019 Toyota Avalon — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Toyota Avalon reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2019 Toyota Avalon has 64 NHTSA owner complaints, 4 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Fuel/Propulsion System (17 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota Avalon?▾
#1: Fuel/Propulsion System (17 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (15 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (8 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Toyota Avalon?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Toyota Avalon?▾
The 2019 Toyota Avalon has 4 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 64 total NHTSA complaints. 5 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Toyota Avalon. The largest issue: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Toyota Avalon?▾
The 2019 Toyota Avalon has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Fuel/Propulsion System 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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