Table 1 shows two common wheel related problems of the 2004 Toyota Avalon.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems | |
| Wheel Rim problems |
: the contact stated a crack in the right front wheel caused the tire to loose air pressure, resulting in a crash. The vehicle was driven over three lanes and struck a road sign, went back over the three lanes and down into a watery ditch and up the other side and came to a stop. Seat belts were in use and no injuries were sustained. The contact has no other recollection of the incident and can offer no more facts. A police report was filed. The dealer has been alerted however the wheel has not been inspected. The manufacturer stated there was no design defect. Updated 06/12/06.
: the contact stated a crack in the right front wheel caused the tire to loose air pressure, resulting in a crash. The vehicle was driven over three lanes and struck a road sign, went back over the three lanes and down into a watery ditch and up the other side and came to a stop. Seat belts were in use and no injuries were sustained. The contact has no other recollection of the incident and can offer no more facts. A police report was filed. The dealer has been alerted however the wheel has not been inspected. The manufacturer stated there was no design defect. Updated 06/12/06.