2000 Toyota Avalon Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 8%of 173 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 46,838miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the suspension of the 2000 Toyota Avalon, 8% of the 173 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 46,838 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Details: front end bottoms out and hits the driver side front tire when exiting and /or entering inclines to strip malls, etc. And v ditches on public streets when traveling at speeds less than 25 MPH, and during highway dips. The tire hits the engine shroud. This could cause loss of control of vehicle and damage to tires when going at higher speeds. This prob was addressed wile vehicle was in warranty, but the problem soon returned.”
NHTSA complaint #10188622, filed 2007-04, 100 miles“Front end bottoms out and hits the front tires when exiting and /or entering inclines to strip malls, etc. And v ditches on public streets when traveling at speeds less than 25 MPH. This could cause loss of control of vehicle and damage to tires when going at higher speeds.*** dims11 ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis***755954.”
NHTSA complaint #10006485, filed 2001-12, 4,500 miles“The consumer paid for repairs of timing belt, alternator belt, power steering belt, hub and wheel bearing, and o-ring on 2000 Toyota Avalon xls. Consumer VIN not included in rear hub assembly recall. The consumer had the left rear axle bearing replaced prior to receiving recall notification. The repair facility indicated that they could not honor the repairs because the vehicle was not manufactured within the limitations of the dates listed on the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10165840, filed 2006-08, 88,677 miles“My 2000 totyota Avalon has a loose and twitchy front suspension that presents itself as you approach normal highway speeds. As road feel and control diminishes with increased speed, the care becomes stressful to drive. This results in a wandering front end causing the driver to over-correct in even moderate turning maneuvers. This is most pronounced when several passangers or luggage is in the car. This is even now reported by consummer reports.”
NHTSA complaint #10068070, filed 2004-04, 5,000 miles“The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that the brake line was leaking brake fluid. The brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the subframe and rear axle were rusted. The contact had replaced the brakes. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number 00V154000 (Suspension). The contact called the independent mechanic, who determined that a brake line replacement was needed. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11655498, filed 2025-04, 278,000 milesRelated recalls
- 00V154000Jun 5, 2000Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to improper heat treatment, the rear axle may not have adequate strength in some areas.Covers: Toyota Avalon 2000, Camry 2000, Camry Solara 2000
Suspension: 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 2000 Toyota Avalon
34 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsVehicle speed control
20 complaintsEngine cooling
18 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
17 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsTires
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Toyota Avalon
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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