1997 Toyota Avalon vs 1999 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 | 1997 Toyota Avalon | 1999 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 125 | 92 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 58 | 78 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 99,000 mi | 53,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Avalon | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 40 | 3 |
| Suspension | 26 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 20 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 22 |
| Tires | 9 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 6 |
| Power Train | 9 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
1997 Toyota Avalon
1999 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.