NHTSA model-year recall report

2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Jan 17, 2020

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Toyota Avalon Hybrid average of 1.9 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Air Bags › Air Bag / Restraint Control Module, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 20V024000

Air Bags › Air Bag / Restraint Control Module

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Jan 17, 2020

What is recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 17V462000

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Jul 20, 2017

What is recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The front drive shaft may separate.

Safety consequence

A front driveshaft separation would result in a loss of propulsion while driving, and if the driver exits the vehicle without applying the parking brake, the vehicle may roll. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the serial number of the vehicle's drive shaft, replacing any that are affected, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0M.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Toyota Avalon Hybrid model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology