1996 Toyota Avalon vs 1998 Toyota Avalon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Toyota Avalon | 1998 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 109 | 178 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 78 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 73,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Avalon | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 12 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 19 |
| Suspension | 4 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 16 |
| Equipment | 4 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
1996 Toyota Avalon
1998 Toyota Avalon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.