2012 Toyota Avalon vs 2014 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 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | 2014 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 96 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 292 | 448 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 24–40 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 33,000 mi | 15,740 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Avalon | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 6 | 12 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 0 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 7 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 6 |
| Seats | 1 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2012 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.