2005 Toyota Avalon vs 2006 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 | 2005 Toyota Avalon | 2006 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 228 | 359 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 204 | 205 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 36 | 54 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,877 mi | 47,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Avalon | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 72 | 103 |
| Power Train | 33 | 52 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 24 | 57 |
| Steering | 42 | 35 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 27 |
| Structure | 15 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 38 | 46 |
| Stalling | 11 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 12 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
2005 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.