2001 Toyota Avalon Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2001 Toyota Avalon. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 10V345000Jul 29, 2010372,593 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering
  Covers: Toyota Avalon 2000–2004

  Reported issue: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2000-2004 avalon vehicles. Due to improper casting of the steering lock bar, there is a possibility that a minute crack may develop on the surface of the lock bar. Such a crack may expand over a long period of repeated lock and unlock operations, and eventually the lock bar could break.

  Possible consequence: Should the steering lock bar break, the steering wheel would lock and the driver would lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering interlock device free of charge. The safety recall began on september 7, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

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• 01V072000Mar 5, 2001545 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Frame and members
  Covers: Toyota Avalon 2001, Camry 2001, Sienna 2001

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front sub frame assembly has not been adequately welded.

  Possible consequence: This condition could cause failure of the assembly following long-term usage, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front sub frame, if necessary. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

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