Suspension Problems of Toyota Avalon

Toyota Avalon owners have reported 128 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 17 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (42 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension (23 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of Toyota Avalon

The Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that the brake line was leaking brake fluid. The brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the sub frame and rear axle were rusted. The contact had replaced the brakes.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

We have owned this vehicle for 3 years. The vehicle pulls to the left. The dealership realigned the vehicle several times, but this did not correct the problem. We also had a separate garage who specializes in wheel alignments, earlier this year, try and align it.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Strut problem

1997 Toyota Avalon the power steering rack leaks at 51000 miles and is a known problem to Toyota. Also need to be repaired at 99000 miles the front strut mounting also failed near 50000 miles and is failing again at 99500 miles. The power steering pump makes excessive noise and leaks.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

I've noticed that sometimes I smell something burning, electrical, coolant or something. My mechanics finds no leaks, but I checked once and the coolant reservoir was empty, find no leaks. Somehow, the passenger side rear mud flap came off and the trunk lid doesn't line up.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

Rear strut mounts on my 2005 Toyota Avalon failed at 45,000 miles. It cost over $900 to replace the rear struts and mounts. I contacted Toyota who ignored my written communication for over 1 month. I finally received the standard (off warranty of 36,000 miles) response after I sent an email.   Read details...




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