1999 Toyota Avalon Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 15%of 92 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 39,700miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the suspension of the 1999 Toyota Avalon, 15% of the 92 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 39,700 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving the passenger side suspension began to knock. The driver was told by the mechanic that the problem was a bad strut. The vehicle is out of warranty and it will cost 500.00 for repair. Toyota service said that if strut weren't repaired, engine will fall off from the frame. Also, strut problem is common for this model.”
NHTSA complaint #10057390, filed 2004-03, 17,000 miles“Front suspension makes a crunching noise when expanded or contracted. Dealer stated that they think it might be the strut mounts. Very costly estimate to try something that might work. I've seen other complaints regarding this and wanted to register mine along with the others.”
NHTSA complaint #10016318, filed 2003-04, 29,000 miles“At 39,00 mi. My 1999 Toyota Avalon makes alot of noise under the vehicle, vibrates at any speed on less than smooth road, vibrates on freeway at 70 MPH.loud clunking noises. Car dealer replaced front struts and aligned front to no avail.”
NHTSA complaint #10050674, filed 2003-12, 39,500 miles“The strut caps keep repeatedly breaking and the dealership does not recognize that there is a problem with the design of the placement of the shocks and struts.”
NHTSA complaint #10045406, filed 2003-11, 50,000 miles“My 1999 Toyota Avalon (52,000 miles) developed excessive front-end noise and vibration. This problem required servicing of front end suspension system.I purchased this car in sept 1999. I have discoverd that Toyota motor issued a TSB update (su002-99 dated sept 3, 1999) advising Toyota dealers of this potential problem with models 1997-1999 Toyota Avalon. The TSB also stated that to eliminate this problem thes suspension support has been changed. My complaint: I should have been advised of this potential problem when I purchased this vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10054638, filed 2004-01Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 1 | 3% |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 | 6 | 2% |
| 2006 | 4 | 1% |
| 2005 | 6 | 3% |
| 2004 | 4 | 2% |
| 2003 | 9 | 3% |
| 2002 | 3 | 3% |
| 2001 | 8 | 6% |
| 2000 | 13 | 8% |
| 1999 | 14 | 15% |
| 1998 | 19 | 11% |
| 1997 | 26 | 21% |
| 1996 | 4 | 4% |
| 1995 | 5 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1999 Toyota Avalon
22 complaintsVehicle speed control
20 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsTires
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Toyota Avalon
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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