In-car Electronics
CD or DVD players, radio, speakers, GPS, communication system (e.g., OnStar), display screen freezes or goes blank, phone pairing (e.g. Bluetooth), voice control commands, steering wheel controls, portable music device interface (e.g., iPod/MP3 player), backup or other camera/sensors.
What Owners Say
"This issue coincides with the display going blank issue. please refer to that description for more information."
Jeffrey A., CA (2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Premium 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)"Toyota replaced the entire radio/nav system."
Walter-Jane R., FL (2016 Toyota Avalon Premium 3.5-L V6)"I was unable to change radio stations, Nav didn't work. I couldn't even shut off system. TOyota dealer told me there was a fix. I had to delete my iphone's Bluetooth and disconnect in the car. I had to go thru my "Contacts" and eliminate any characters that would not alph - "&" for example. I then had to turn Bluetooth back on my phone and then connect my phone again in car. That fixed it. This is very strange - but apparently some sort of bug that someone discovered. I am glad they told me - otherwise, I was going to have to put in a new system."
Anonymous, RI (2016 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)"While driving throughout the day, the electronic display on the dashboard where the navigation/radio is located, the display would act like it was rebooting for no reason. I called in and toyota service indicated that it would take 4 hours to troubleshoot, so I waited until the next full service was due and they said they fixed it with a firmware reinstallation. It hasn't happened since that service time about 2 months ago."
Jeffrey A., CA (2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Premium 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)"Unit restarted for no reason while driving. Unit was repaired under warranty by doing a software upgrade that was out in a bulletin."
James N., IL (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"Vehicle has had occasions when the audio and visual display simply turned itself off in the middle of a trip, then re-booting itself. The problem was resolved with an upgrade installed by the dealer"
Kathryn R., OH (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"Amplifier under drivers seat had to be replaced to hear phone conversations. Warranty covered it."
Anonymous, IN (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"Trying do play music from iPhone to car speakers is inconsistent and often cuts out before song is done."
Richard O., MN (2016 Toyota Avalon Premium 3.5-L V6)"Automatic software download caused unit to not operate correctly"
Anonymous, TN (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"Incorrect instructions after driver decision to alter instructions"
Edward L., CA (2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Premium 2.5-L 4 Cyl hybrid)"Defective navigation system had to be replaced; poor response time and service"
Anonymous, FL (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"Poorly designed. Not easy to use"
Charles O., KS (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"This is all part of the same system issue. Once I went through the "Contacts" and reconnected Bluetooth, the Nav System was operable as well as radio."
Anonymous, RI (2016 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)"Data base is archaic. Difficult to change destinations when driving. If you accidentally touch the screen after it is set you have to start all over"
Anonymous, (2016 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)"Sun hits the screen making it unreadable, the navigation was wrong and didnt get us to places the map was a 2014 in a 2016 car, updates are 300$"
Anonymous, (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"It is not broken. But, it is so useless we do not ever use after many tries. We use our phone and/or connect with Bluetooth to car."
Anonymous, KS (2016 Toyota Avalon Premium 3.5-L V6)"Very poor driving directions. It's so bad I purchased a GPS and never use the GPS that came with the Avalon. Just to many issues to list. The dealer tried to fix and updated the software 3 times with no change. If I had the option to purchase with out the factory GPS I would. I have relatives the own Toyota's and they also have issues. None of them use the GPS that came with the car. They have purchased standalone units or use their cell phones. I have compared directions with several direction apps ( google map/Mapquest/ Yahoo maps) and the Avalon GPS doesn't come close to any of them. I trust these apps and don't trust the Avalon GPS. With all the technology available why can't Toyota get something this simple right."
Donald C., CT (2016 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)"The database of locations is archaic. It frequently gives me faulty/poor directions. Usually, I have to stop the car to change/add a location even though that could be done by the passenger without any safety issues. Frequently, it is more of a safety issue to stop the car than to add a new location. The estimated time of arrival is usually off by a significant amount."
William D., TN (2016 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)"Texting read feature not working"
Anonymous, NY (2016 Toyota Avalon Touring 3.5-L V6)"After 3 months, the radio stopped working. The "radio" contained the electronics of the entire entertainment system, which included the GPS, Phone bluetooth connection, and APS"
Lenny M., CA (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"does not turn on immediately when prompted...replaced radio and problem still persists"
Mark K., GA (2016 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)"Occasionally I can't change channels"
Anonymous, CA (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"Radio sound is very often interfered with by roadside telephone wires to the extent the radio is not discernible"
Richard O., MN (2016 Toyota Avalon Premium 3.5-L V6)"After mandatory software update, system quit working properly."
Anonymous, TN (2016 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)"No problem experienced"
Anonymous, (2016 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)
"it sits at an angle that allows the sun to hit directly. this makes it impossible to see what's on the screen at times. usually, when it matters most"
Mark B., GA (2016 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)