2008 Toyota Avalon vs 2009 Toyota Avalon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Toyota Avalon | 2009 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 349 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 267 | 285 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 23 |
| Median reported mileage | 53,000 mi | 49,920 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Avalon | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 209 | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 44 | 11 |
| Steering | 17 | 18 |
| Structure | 22 | 4 |
| Power Train | 13 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 10 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2008 Toyota Avalon
2009 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.