general problems of the 2008 Toyota Avalon

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that the dashboard was sticky and melting. The contact stated that the image of the dashboard was reflected on the front windshield. The contact stated that it was difficult to see oncoming vehicles or pedestrians due to the reflection. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified. The contact was informed that the warranty period for repairing or replacing the dashboard was exceeded and no assistance would be offered. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Consumer writing in regards to 2008 Toyota Avalon. Stating that there is a crack in the passenger side air bag cover. The consumer also stated there was a two inch crack in the upper corner in the same area, and a crack under in the vinyl under the passenger heat and air vent.

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that there were several cracks in the vinyl cover of the passenger side air bag. One crack was eleven inches across the front cover. The dealer stated that nothing could be done to repair the vehicle because it was out of warranty. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 27,580.

It just rained the pass 4-5 days. My wife went to look for something she thought dropped underneath my seats. She said my carpet/floorboards were wet. I went to the vehicle and pressed down on the carpet. Water instantly raised up and formed a puddle around my intire hand. This is happening driver and passenger side front and back seats. No moister on headliner doors pillars dash seats etc etc etc. Only carpet. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

2008 Avalon has unexplained noises in the trunk, back seat area. Sounds like a loose part which make a "bumping " sound when the car moves over a dip or uneven surface. The auto rear sunshade also rattles continuously.