2001 Toyota Avalon vs 2003 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 | 2001 Toyota Avalon | 2003 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 134 | 293 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 125 | 110 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 34 | 49 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Avalon | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 21 | 184 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 | 51 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 18 |
| Steering | 9 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 5 |
| Suspension | 8 | 9 |
| Power Train | 9 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 27 |
2001 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.