Table 1 shows one common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2014 Toyota Avalon.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems |
Sudden acceleration on 6-7 occasions. At traffic light coasting foward with very light brake pressure car accelerates, rpms run high, have to apply "heavy pressure" on brake pedal to stop. Also pulling into a parking space, coasting, light pressure on brake car accelerates foward. Anytime I stop for light I now place car in neutral and apply heavy brake pressure. I have had this car back to dealer several times on two occasions they have opened a case number with Toyota checked the car and have told me everything is ok. This started and milage approx 9700. Toyota will be opening another case file 10/16/18.
Tl.
Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated, and smoke was coming from underneath the hood. The contact noticed that the front of the vehicle caught fire. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed and the vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 16,000. Mf.