2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid. The most recent was reported on January 17, 2020.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
January 17, 2020	20V-024	Air bags: air bag/restraint control module	2,891,976
July 20, 2017	17V-462	Power train: driveline, driveshaft	671

Recall details

Air bags: air bag/restraint control module

January 17, 2020 · Toyota Motor Corporation · Campaign 20V-024

What is wrong: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

Risk: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.

The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.

Power train: driveline, driveshaft

July 20, 2017 · Toyota Motor Corporation · Campaign 17V-462

What is wrong: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The front drive shaft may separate.

Risk: A front driveshaft separation would result in a loss of propulsion while driving, and if the driver exits the vehicle without applying the parking brake, the vehicle may roll. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the serial number of the vehicle's drive shaft, replacing any that are affected, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0M.

Other model years of the Toyota Avalon Hybrid

2021 (1)2020 (3)2019 (3)2018 (1)2017 (1)2015 (2)2014 (2)2013 (3)

All Toyota Avalon Hybrid recalls · All Toyota recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, the most recent reported on January 17, 2020. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid?

Air bags (1), Power train (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.