2000 Toyota Avalon: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2000 Toyota Avalon: 2 recalls, 173 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #00V154000 · 2000 · 541 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to improper heat treatment, the rear axle May not have adequate strength in some areas.
Why it matters: After extended use of the vehicle, the rear axle shafts could fail or break.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear axle hub assemblies.
Steering Vehicle recall #10V345000 · 2010 · 372,593 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to improper casting of the steering lock bar, there is a possibility that a minute crack May develop on the surface of the lock bar. Such a crack May expand over a long period of repeated lock and unlock operations, and eventually the lock bar could break.
Why it matters: Should the steering lock bar break, the steering wheel would lock and the driver would lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the steering interlock device free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2010.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 30 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (34): the most common themes are steering problems (30), noise or vibration (5).
- Airbags (26): the most common themes are fails to deploy (14).
- Speed control / throttle (20): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (7), stalls / loses power (4).
- Engine & cooling (18): the most common themes are warning light on (5), stalls / loses power (4), fire / smoke (3).
The 2000 Toyota Avalon has 173 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 28 Avalon model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 122). Complaints peaked in 2000 (25 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 83,837 miles. Neighboring years: 1999 (92 complaints, 1 recalls), 2001 (134 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2000 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2000 Toyota Avalon. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2000 Toyota Avalon problems?
Owners have filed 173 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (34), airbags (26), speed control / throttle (20).
What gas mileage does the 2000 Toyota Avalon get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2000 Toyota Avalon repair manual?
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