Toyota Avalon fuel pump problems

Filed Dec 8, 2025 · Fuel system · TX

A couple of months ago, my car started running a little rough as it would sit in idle mode. When suddenly my check engine light came on. I checked the codes and they seemed to be P0445 Evaporitive emission system leak detected (large leak). And P0441 Evaporative emission system. Incorrect Purge Flow. P0505 Idle control system. And P0171 System to Lean Bank 1 and P0174 System to Lean. Bank 2 and P0172 System Too Rich and P1170 and P117B Manufacture Control. But other then just running a little rough at idle that was about all that I had noticed until I went to go fuel up back in October. My fuel was low so I went to fuel up and after wards, my car struggled really hard to start. And every time since that days it’s progressively gotten worse. Last week I kept my car running while I fueled up and as I drove away from the gas station, my car just stalled out completely. It took me about an hour and a half before my car would start again. I was waiting for the tow truck to come get me and thank God inc checked it one more time and it started. Now just recently, when I put my car in park the engine immediately Reva up super high. It started to wine really loud and rpm go through the roof. Until I shut the car off. So I am unable to sit in idle at all anymore. I decided to Google what could be going on with my car and then I seen this recall on the fuel pump off some Toyota Avalon 2019 & 2020 models. But much to my surprise, my Vin/Vehicle is not listed. Will Toyota still replace the fuel pump for free? Please contact me as soon as possible. I really need to address this issue. Thank You!

Filed Nov 13, 2025 · Electrical · 46,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the engine seized. The contact stated that a good Samaritan attempted to start the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to restart. The contact waited for thirty minutes and stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was taken directly to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle had previously experienced several failures since July 2025. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, and the oxygen sensor, the oil light sensor, the ignition coils, and the fuel pump extension were replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle had caused the contact anxiety, and the contact was fearful of driving the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated was fearful for her and her grandchildren's safety while in the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact stated that several cases were filed, and all were denied. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.

Filed Nov 28, 2022 · Fuel system · PA

Intermittently, unpredictably, for several seconds at a time, the engine almost quits, especially when accelerating So far, it has not happened in heavy traffic, but if it did, it would create a possibly major safety hazard. I have not taken it to a dealer yet. Just learned about the fuel pump problem that is associated with my 2018 Toyota Avalon. Plan to contact the dealer tomorrow. I have not seen any instrumental warning or notification. There is no warning that the engine is about to lose power and so far the engine has not stopped, but recovers to normal operation.. This has been occurring over the last couple of months. I fear for my wife's safety so that she will be unable to drive this 2018 Toyota Avalon 3.5L sedan until it is repaired.

Filed Oct 3, 2022 · Fuel system · NC

On the morning of Sept. 28, 2022, after my wife arrived home from work the previous night, and as I walked past her car, I heard the fuel pump running. The engine was not running, all switches were off and the doors were locked. I retrieved the key fob for the car, unlocked the doors, and entered the car. Upon pushing the start button, the fuel pump shut off, then the engine started. I let it run for one minute then shut the engine off. At this time the fuel pump shut off as well. To my knowledge the fuel pump has not continued to run, after the engine was shut off, since then. There have been 2 the federal safety agency Campaigns recalling the fuel pumps on these vehicles, # 20V01200 and # 20V68200. When I contacted the dealership where she purchased the Avalon in January 2022 the service adviser stated the fuel pump in her car was replaced Nov. 13, 2020. There may still be a problem with the Denso fuel pumps in these vehicles. If the fuel pump continues to run like this one did, and the fuel level in the tank is not high enough to properly cool the pump, it could possibly overheat and cause a fire. I would suspect this has occurred in more than just this 1 vehicle. To err on the side of safety I believe there should be another recall to replace the fuel pump. If not that, then a recall should be initiated to check the vehicle software for a programming malfunction that would cause the fuel pump to continue to run with the engine shut off.

Filed May 13, 2021 · Fuel system · 4,000 miles · NV

On october 28, 2020, toyota announced it was conducting a safety recall involving certain toyota and lexus vehicles produced between july 2017 through december 2019 due to the same fuel pump issue for which they announced a safety recall in january 2020. The referenced vehicle door sticker shows a production date of 12/19, which is within the production period announced on 10/28/2020. However, the VIN on this vehicle does not appear on any recall list and the dealer tells me there are no recalls for my vehicle. Nonetheless, I have experienced several instances where the vehicle feels like it is about to stall: when making a turn or driving on city streets; in some instances (including today) it is when starting from a stop sign or traffic light; other times it is when accelerating. There have been two instances where this happened while making a left turn at an intersection. In one such instance, a yellow triangle warning light flashed momentarily on the vehicle's display. This issue was reported to the selling dealer during the last routine maintenance visit on may 4, 2021. In reference to this complaint, the dealer work order reported technician "was unable to duplicate customers concern at this time vehicle is currently operating within all manufacturers specifications".

Filed Mar 10, 2021 · 2,547 miles · CA

Low-pressure fuel pump

Filed Feb 12, 2021 · Fuel system · 1,900 miles · NC

Recall# 20v‑682,if a vehicle stalls while driving,this could increase the risk of a crash.toyota is talking about the recall for a low pressure fuel pump which may stop operating.this is a serious safety condition which could endanger the lives of my family and myself.this condition has been reported to me in november 2020 with no remedy in sight.all I want is for toyota to fix my problem asap,or tell me to park my vehicle and use a loaner from toyota till serious condition is fixed.there are several class action suits due to this problem with the fuel pumps made in china for several years.

Filed Jan 13, 2021 · Fuel system · KY

My vehicle is equipped with a low pressure fuel pump which may stop operating if this was to happen the vehicle will stall and not be able to restart and if it happens while driving on the interstate which I drive 45 mins one way to work daily then the car will lock up and I wont be able to move it and could cause accidents to where the vehicle could explode and toyota has no idea how to fix it and its been sitting since oct 2020. I have contacted their corporate office and the dealership in which neither are willing to work with me in regards to payments being exempt till they know how to fix my car. They said its either I wait it out till they know or trade it in for an equal trade. My issue here is the car has lost equity in it so the new loan would probably be upside down on the ltv which is costing me, they pull my credit which would make it go down, dont get me wrong its loan worthy but why should I have to go thru all this red tape when they are the ones who caused the issue by selling a lemon to customers. Why do I have to continue to make payments on a car that I have only owned since may 2020 and has been sitting since oct that I can only look at ...I mean how long does one have to payout without getting anything in return? This cannot be legal for them to continue to charge people for products they cant use??? I love this avalon and it is top of the line with the extras so I am completely happy with it but toyota is not being fair. They have given me the rental car so I dont loose my job but that is something they should do for god sakes. And that doesnt have anything to do at all with the payments I have to pay on a car I can only look at for the last 4 months...please help me thank you in advance.

Filed Nov 17, 2020 · Fuel system · FL

After seeing a news report about a fuel pump recall in toyota avalons, I checked my VIN on the federal safety agency website and, indeed, my vehicle is included in the recall. I immediately contacted my salesperson at the toyota dealership and asked him to check on the recall resolution. He responded that there was no remedy available yet. Since the recall occurred in january 2020, it is unacceptable that there is no remedy yet. I have never received any documentation or correspondence from toyota regarding this recall. I am a senior citizen with impaired health who lives alone. It is critical that I have a safe vehicle to drive to my frequent medical appointments. That is why I purchased this vehicle in the first place. I do have to drive on highways in order to get to these appointments and this recall makes me very anxious!

Filed Aug 22, 2020 · Fuel system · 36,000 miles · TX

I own a 2018 toyota avalon that is subject to recall for a potentially defective fuel pump. I took the car in 8/3/2020 to fix the problem. I was advised the dealer did not have the correct fuel pump in parts and that it will be late sept. Or oct. Before they have the correct fuel pump. In the interim, I have a vehicle with a potential safety issue.