Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises Problems of Toyota Avalon

I was traveling on the NY I-87 in my 2006 Toyota Avalon for approximately 30 minutes when the "check engine" light illuminated. Within a minute or so, the "check oil" light started blinking slowly at first, then after about 30 seconds it was on continuously. By this time I had pulled off into a gas station. As I was pulling into the station the engine was making a loud clicking noise. After it was parked, I checked the dipstick and there was no oil remaining in the engine. The underside of the car, including inside of wheels and brakes was completely coated with oil as well as the back of the trunk. Presumably from the spray underneath while traveling @ 65-70mph. I then purchased 3 quarts of oil, put it in the engine and it drained onto the ground. The mechanic stated there is a pin hole in the rubber section of the oil line. The use of a rubber hose for a pressurized flammable liquid system in this location is absolutely reckless. At a minimum, it should be some sort of armored or shielded hose. I'm amazed the car didn't start on fire from being doused with five quarts of oil leaking from the ruptured hose. The service person at the dealership indicated this is a common problem with 2006 Avalons and he couldn't understand why there hasn't been a recall issued. The engine repairs caused by this defect will cost me up to $5000. Today I found at least a 1000 complaints regarding this same issue on carcomplaints. Com and aboutautomobile. Com. I would hate to see a death result in this issue caused by fire due to hot oil.

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2005 Toyota Avalon previously had massive oil leak, had vehicle towed to dealer and repair was covered by Toyota and provided with rental (10/08) 6/09, started vehicle and the engine made a loud clanking noise - had vehicle towed again and was informed by the dealer tech that it needs a new engine. Have extended warranty but not sure if they will cover repairs. 67,000 miles.

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March 18, 2009 I was traveling 300 miles from home in houston to covington la. About 20 miles from my destination I heard a clicking noise from engine, a/c stopped working & check engine light on. The next morning I checked the oil level & it was completely dry. Put 4-5 qts of oil in and as soon as I turned on the car, all the oil came pouring out onto the parking lot. Drove the car into Toyota dealership & left it. Was told the next day it would need a complete engine rebuilt. Left the car in covington la & returned to houston. The car was delivered back to me in houston in a few weeks. On June 30, 2009 I was on another drive about 90 miles from home & a/c stopped working. Took into local dealership - told freon was totally empty. They refilled & could find no leaks. While in for this issue, they discovered that a valve cover was leaking & replaced it.