2009 Toyota Avalon vs 2010 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 | 2009 Toyota Avalon | 2010 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 91 | 46 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 285 | 319 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23 | 23 |
| Median reported mileage | 49,920 mi | 24,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Avalon | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 13 |
| Exterior Lighting | 25 | 4 |
| Steering | 18 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
2009 Toyota Avalon
2010 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.