The 2017 Avalon is more reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2017 Toyota Avalon owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
""Water pump, 8 months ago, repaired when the problem occured.""
Anonymous, TX (2017 Toyota Avalon Premium 3.5-L V6)"struts were replaced"
Anonymous, TX (2017 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
""Philips Toyota diagnosed the wrong problem with our AC and never fixed the issue. We took it back and they realized it was the a/c compressor. They tried to recharge us, but we threatened to go public with their mistake. It was still rather expensive. We will never use them again.""
Anonymous A., FL (2017 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)"Ac quit cooling"
Anonymous A., TX (2017 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"Have noticed in the last year that the door handle covering "fake leather" is coming off in my hand. This appears to be a problem with Toyota's this old. Believe it is just normal wear and tear. However, past Toyota's / Lexus cars I've owned have not had this problem. Cars that I kept much longer."
Anonymous, FL (2017 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)"The rubber gasket surrounding the trunk has been replaced, once by Toyota at my expense. The new gasket has continued to come loose causing issues with opening and closing the trunk. This is either poorly designed or trunk weld was defective from the factory."
Anonymous, FL (2017 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Suspension needs total replacement. Car is possibly a flood car from Florida."
Anonymous, IL (2017 Toyota Avalon Touring 3.5-L V6)Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
""drivers seat no longer heats, would cost 900.00 to replace""
Anonymous, LA (2017 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
"Water pump failed and had to be replaced."
Anonymous, MO (2017 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
"Serpentine belt needed to be replaced."
Anonymous, MO (2017 Toyota Avalon XLE 3.5-L V6)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
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"The medium brown leather trim on the center console and armrests is cracking and coming apart. The navigation System stopped working."
Anonymous, FL (2017 Toyota Avalon Limited 3.5-L V6)