Model year

2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from Dec 6, 2021 to Dec 6, 2021.

Recall campaigns covering this model year12.89M vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2018 vehicle
Severity index0.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid peaked in 2021, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.7512021120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid name electrical system

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Electrical system
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
20V-024Jan 17, 2020During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat…Airbags2,891,976Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Dec 6, 2021Failure Sep 28, 202166,000 milesRiverside, RIElectrical system

    The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid. The contact stated that the navigation system, the radio, and the upper third brake light was not functioning properly. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the EMU in the computer on the air bag that was malfunctioning to be replaced. The dealer replaced the radio but continued to experience the failure. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000. The VIN was not available.

    NHTSA complaint 11442884
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

2 NHTSA investigations on file

  • DP22005 Defect petition, Electrical system
    Pedestrian alert sounds
    Opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023 · led to a recall
  • EA19001 Engineering analysis, Airbags
    Electrical overstress
    Opened Apr 19, 2019, closed Sep 19, 2024 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

81 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • T-SB-0009-26 Feb 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing a rescue charge. The GRX-5100 sh…
  • T-SB-0119-15 Rev2 Feb 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    OBSOLETE NOTICE February 13, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0009-26.
  • T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 Jan 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t…
  • T-TT-0790-25 Aug 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using Bluetooth Hands Free. This is caused by the phone Hands Free volume being too low.
  • T-SB-0058-23 Rev1 Jun 13, 2025 · Service Campaign
    The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
  • T-SB-0039-24 Rev2 Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi…
  • T-SB-0038-24 Rev2 Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before…
  • T-SB-0035-24 Rev2 Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl…
  • T-SB-0061-23 Rev2 Dec 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure in this bulletin …
  • T-SB-0062-23 Rev2 Dec 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small…
  • T-SB-0055-24 Rev1 Jul 29, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t…
  • T-SB-0039-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi…
  • T-SB-0038-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before…
  • T-SB-0035-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl…
  • T-SB-0055-24 Rev1 Jul 29, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t…
  • T-SB-0039-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi…
  • T-SB-0038-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before…
  • T-SB-0035-24 Rev1 Jul 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl…
  • T-SB-0061-23 Rev1 May 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination.
  • T-SB-0062-23 Rev1 May 15, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small…
  • T-SB-0055-24 Jun 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t…
  • T-SB-0103-20 Rev1 Jun 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 – 2025 model year Toyota vehicles.
  • T-SB-0055-24 Jun 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is t…
  • T-SB-0103-20 Rev1 Jun 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 – 2025 model year Toyota vehicles.
  • T-SB-0039-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi…
  • T-SB-0038-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before…
  • T-SB-0035-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl…
  • T-SB-0039-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especi…
  • T-SB-0038-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before…
  • T-SB-0035-24 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and deckl…
  • T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
  • 23TE09A Dec 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    DP: On November 28, 2023, a class action settlement of claims for certain airbag control units was finally approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Toyota?s agreement to provide an Extended New Parts Warranty for parts installed under Safety R…
  • TSB005823 Aug 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant l…
  • TTT073723 Aug 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: A very small percentage of customers experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist those customers…
  • T-SB-0047 Jul 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2019 model year Avalon Hybrid, 2018 ? 2019 Camry Hybrid, and 2019 ? 2021 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P019064 (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor ?A? Signal Plausibility Failure). The Engine Control…
  • TTT069922 Jul 8, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Some Model Year 2018-2021 vehicles equipped with A25A-FKS/FXS or M20A-FKS/FXS engines may display the following message ?Engine Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer? on the combination meter.
  • TSB001221Rev2 Jun 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint t…
  • TSB004522Rev1 Jun 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio (version 01013E), Entune? Audio Plus (version 010156 or 01015C), or Entune? Premium Audio (versions 010171, 010170, or 01017D) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: …
  • TSB009421Rev1 May 26, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this serv…
  • TSB000320 May 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    OBSOLETE NOTICE May 02, 2022: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0045-22
  • T-SB-0119-15 Rev May 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge on Ni-MH high voltage (HV) batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing a rescue charge. The GRX-51…
  • T-SB-0045-22 Apr 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio (version 01013E), Entune? Audio Plus (version 010156 or 01015C), or Entune? Premium Audio (versions 010171, 010170, or 01017D) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Head…
  • T-SB-0003-22 Jan 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Electronic Wiring D…
  • Toyota PRO19-02 Jan 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests …
  • 21TE04 - Dealer Dec 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies are covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing cover…
  • T-SB-0094-21 Nov 23, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this serv…
  • T-TT-0673-21 Rev Nov 23, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Vehicle has an abnormal noise condition when going over speed bumps or irregular roads. Noise is coming from front shock absorber
  • T-TT-0673-21 Nov 12, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Vehicle has an abnormal noise condition when going over speed bumps or irregular roads. Noise is coming from front shock absorber
  • Toyota PRO21-UFR May 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 TOYOTA UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL
  • T-PG007-01 May 4, 2001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Replacement vin plates.
  • T-PG002-91 Jan 18, 1991 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Product general information.
  • Toyota Safety Re Mar 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
  • T-SB-0074-20 Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2003 ? 2020 model year Prius, Prius C, Prius V; 2006 ? 2019 model year Highlander Hybrid Vehicle; 2007 ? 2020 Camry Hybrid Vehicle; 2013 ? 2020 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicle; 2016 ? 2020 model year Mirai and RAV4 Hybrid Vehicle; and 2020 mode…
  • T-TT-0553-19 Rev Jul 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investigating this issue …
  • T-TT-0583-19 Nov 18, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Some customers who have upgraded their iPhone® to iOS13 are experiencing a condition where the Bluetooth connection disconnects and reconnects. In some instances, this condition causes the Panasonic head unit to reboot when the Bluetooth connection is i…
  • T-SB-0080-19 Jul 9, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14 is obsolete and any printed vers…
  • T-SB-0076-19 Jul 3, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2009 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles with super chrome wheel finishes may become discolored and/or damaged when aftermarket cleaners, polishes, or brake dust removal products are used on wheels with super chrome finishes. Wheel cleaners and poli…
  • T-SB-0134-16-Rev Jul 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to inc…
  • T-TT-0442-17_Rev Apr 30, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Safety Connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active after the initial trial period. Once the subscription has expired the DCM (Telematics Transceiver) will be in an inactive state. In some instances, a DCM ma…
  • T-TT-0414-16-Rev Feb 28, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer func…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.