Three problems related to suspension noise have been reported for the 1998 Toyota Avalon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
When driving over rough roads with passengers in rear seat, the rear suspension repeatedly "bottoms out" causing unpredictable vehicular movements and loud noise. Dealer says there is nothing wrong. This problem happens frequently with vehicle loaded near design load limits.
Noise and thump is coming from suspension while driving over washboard type bumps, dealer replaced a loose headliner, however the thump and noise is still present.
Front suspension noise, six attempts to try to fix, however not remedied. Mjs.