Table 1 shows seven common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1997 Toyota Avalon. The number one most common problem is related to the gasoline engine (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the emission control (one problem).
While traveling about 35-40 mph oil light kept coming on and off. Engine stopped running. There were no prior warnings or noises or smell before engine locked up. Consumer had asked the mechanic for the old engine because it needed replaced, later the service manager told the consumer that the Read details...
Engine check light kept coming on. Oxygen sensor and other components had gone bad. Consumer will add additional information. Read details...
Complaint against Toyota of greenville/Toyota corp. The vehicle exhibited oil consumption problems. The consumer contacted the dealer who indicated the manufacturer was aware of the problem but no recall had bee initiated. Read details...