2020 Toyota Avalon recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 3 2020 Toyota Avalon recalls, newest first
Dec 20, 2023Air Bags, SensorToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 to 2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020 to 2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1 800 331 4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
NHTSA campaign 23V865000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Nov 25, 2020Air Bags, FrontalToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 to 2021 Toyota Avalon and 2020 Avalon Hybrid, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Breakaway pins within the steering column, designed to absorb energy and reduce injury during a crash, could have been damaged during production, possibly affecting the performance of the driver's air bag in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not perform as designed can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1 800 331 4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB17/20TA17.
NHTSA campaign 20V734000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Nov 4, 2020Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 to 2019 4Runner, 2019 to 2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017 to 2019 Highlander, 2018 to 2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018 to 2019 Land Cruiser, 2017 to 2020 Tacoma, 2019 to 2020 RAV4, 2019 to 2020 Sequoia, 2017 to 2020 Sienna, 2019 to 2020 Tundra, 2018 to 2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017 to 2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018 to 2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019 to 2020 Lexus LS500, 2018 to 2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018 to 2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018 to 2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019 to 2020 Lexus RX350, 2018 to 2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018 to 2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1 888 270 9371 or Lexus customer service at 1 800 255 3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
NHTSA campaign 20V682000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2020 Toyota Avalon. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2020 Toyota Avalon has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.