2010 Toyota Avalon Engine Problems
Engine problems account for 15 of 46 total complaints (33%) on the 2010 Toyota Avalon, mostly sudden acceleration and loss of throttle control reported at a median of 2,212.5 miles. Two related recalls (10V017000 and 09V388000) address accelerator pedal defects tied to this pattern.
- Engine complaints
- 15
- 33% of 46 complaints
- All complaints this year
- 46
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 2,213 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners describe sudden unintended acceleration, with the vehicle surging or speeding up on its own while cruise control was engaged.
- Several reports describe the vehicle failing to respond to the accelerator pedal at low speed, then lurching or surging forward unexpectedly.
- Some drivers report the vehicle briefly losing power or stalling when turning from a stop before regaining acceleration.
- Owners who had recall repairs done still reported a noticeable lurch or jolt when starting or backing up the car.
- Two crashes and three injuries were reported in connection with these acceleration events.
When 2010 Toyota Avalon engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 7, 2010, latest Dec 8, 2016.
Engine recalls for the 2010 Toyota Avalon
- NHTSA 10V017000Jan 21, 2010Engine2,230,661 vehicles
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 avalon, model year 2007-2010 camry, model year 2009-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, rav4, model year 2010 highlander, model year 2008-2010 sequoia, and model year 2007-2010 tundra vehicles. Due to the manner in which the friction lever interacts with the sliding surface of the accelerator pedal inside the pedal sensor assembly, the sliding surface of the lever may become smooth during vehicle operation. In this condition, if condensation occurs on the surface, as may occur from heater operation (without a/c) when the pedal assembly is cold, the friction when the accelerator pedal is operated may increase, which may result in the accelerator pedal becoming harder to depress, slower to return, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position.
Risk: The accelerator pedal may become hard to depress, slow to return to idle, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal which will allow the pedal to operate smoothly. Gm will notify owners for the pontiac vibe please see 10v-018. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on february 5, 2010 and will be completed on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
- NHTSA 09V388000Oct 5, 2009Engine4,445,056 vehicles
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.
Risk: A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
Remedy: Toyota filed an amended defect report on november 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal. These changes address the risk of pedal entrapment due to interference with the floor mat. Redesigned accelerator pedals will become available beginning in april 2010 and dealers will replace any modified pedal with the new pedal if desired. Also, dealers will replace any genuine toyota or lexus all-weather floor mats with redesigned all-weather mats, or repurchase the previous mats from owners who do not want the new ones. Additionally, software modifications will be installed on camry, avalon and lexus es 350, is 350 and is 250 models that will ensure that the brake overrides the accelerator in the event both brake and accelerator pedals are applied. Toyota will begin mailing letters to owners on december 31, 2009. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331, lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Engine complaints by Avalon model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many engine complaints does the 2010 Toyota Avalon have?
- NHTSA lists 15 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Avalon, which is 33% of the 46 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2010 Toyota Avalon engine or acceleration issue?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two related recalls, campaign 10V017000 and campaign 09V388000, both addressing accelerator pedal defects that could cause it to stick or become trapped.
- At what mileage do 2010 Avalon engine problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on this model year is 2,212.5 miles, indicating the issue often showed up early in ownership.
- Did the engine problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 3 injuries linked to engine complaints on the 2010 Avalon, with no fires reported.
- How does the 2010 Avalon compare to other years for engine complaints?
- The 2010 model's 33% share of complaints tied to the engine is higher than several nearby years like 2008 (14%) and 2011 (14%), though lower than 2005-2007 models which ran 44-46%.