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 the federal safety agency 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. The manufacturer was contacted, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 278,000.
The worst 2000 Toyota Avalon problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Steering34
- Airbags26
- Brakes22
- Engine22
- Acceleration20
- Visibility17
- Suspension13
- Electrical10
- Tires8
- Transmission8
- Lights5
- Locks3
- Seat belts3
- Wheels3
- Body2
- Fuel system2
- Seats2
Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 Toyota Avalon
Steering lock-up 16No deployment 14Sudden acceleration 10Check engine light 9Airbag light 7Adaptive cruise 5Tire blowout 5
Recalls 2
Steering
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 10V345000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to improper heat treatment, the rear axle may not have adequate strength in some areas.
- Risk
- After extended use of the vehicle, the rear axle shafts could fail or break.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rear axle hub assemblies.
Recall number 00V154000 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 2000 Toyota Avalon
Defect investigations
Engine seizure
DP02004
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Toyota Avalon 124
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical...
- To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used...
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad...
- Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
- This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life...
- Obsolete notice
- Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN...
- The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master...
2000 Toyota Avalon fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 |
What 2000 Toyota Avalon owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Hi was making a left turn when this guys ran the last and hit me on my passenger and wheel and this air bags never deployed !
Two times the power steering locked/hard to turn momentarily while driving and turning. Check power steering fluid full and no leak, power steering belt is good. Stop driving the car for now. First incident happened on Dec. 15 and the second last Dec. 23.
Air bag indicator flashing on and off whether in motion, turning or stationary.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota avalon. While driving 2 MPH in a parking lot, the accelerator pedal spontaneously depressed to the floorboard. As a result, the contact crashed into a subaru forester. There were no warning indicators illuminated. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. The contact called team toyota of glen mills (1050 baltimore pike, glen mills, pa 19342, (484) 407-0835) and informed them of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: [xxx]. No further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 38,350. *js parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota avalon. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the steering wheel locked without warning. As a result, the driver lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle drove over a curb, spun around on the opposite side of the road, and crashed into a bridge. A police report was filed. The driver suffered neck and back injuries that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 167,000.
Passenger side tire shakes till I reach 45mph it stops
Large bulge on tread side of tire - no blowout. Probably steel belt separation. Felt like unbalanced tire in rear. Image attached. Did not hit any potholes. Was the second tire of another complaint of a similar tire filed 8/6/2016.
Good afternoon ,my name is [xxx] and some time ago .I was contacted by the office of [xxx] concerning the factory defect that may be responsible for numerous accidents and may have even killed drivers through the exposure of carbon monoxide.toyota executive continues to deny this claim hoping I will go away.I am awaiting your response and I look forward to the promised inspection of my car.my husband and I have been poisoned by the carbon monoxide seeping into the car through the vents.trotter ford toyota in pine bluff,arkansas said the car had carbon monoxide going all over the car and that the car was dangerous.I contacted toyota executive ceo [xxx] office .he sent a man down to inspect my car .the person assigned to the car tried to bash me and in the process admitted several dangerous components to this car.I am asking to speak before congress on this matter .I don't care how old this car is I dont deserve to be poisoned to death by carbon monoxide. *bf *js [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *pm
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Questions about the 2000 Toyota Avalon
Is the 2000 Toyota Avalon reliable?
Owners have filed 172 complaints about the 2000 Toyota Avalon, 1.8 times a typical Avalon model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Toyota Avalon?
Steering, with 34 complaints, typically around 110,900 miles. Next is airbags (26).
How many recalls does the 2000 Toyota Avalon have?
2 recalls, covering steering and suspension.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Toyota Avalon steering?
Yes, 1 recall: 10V345000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Toyota Avalon have bad steering?
The Toyota Avalon model years with the most steering complaints are 2005 (42 complaints), 1997 (39 complaints) and 2006 (35 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2000 Toyota Avalon get?
Official estimates for the 2000 Toyota Avalon range from 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 19 city and 27 highway.
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