Two problems related to anti-theft controller have been reported for the 1998 Toyota Avalon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I own a 1998 Toyota Avalon, which is experiencing conditions described in NHTSA 98e035000. Specifically, hvac fan works sporadically. Local Toyota dealerships refuse to check wiring harness for recall eligibility, as called for in NHTSA: 98e035000. Dealerships will only run VIN though database, instead of checking manufacture date of wiring harness.
Consumer was never made aware of recall 98e035000 and has been experiencing problems with the wiring of the tds system.