NHTSA model-year recall report

2017 Toyota Avalon 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 below the Toyota Avalon average of 3.7 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 2017 Toyota Avalon 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 17V295000

Tires › Temporary / Emergency Spare Tire

Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.

Reported May 2, 2017

What is recalled

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

Safety consequence

A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

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

Campaign details

Other Toyota Avalon model years

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2017 Toyota Avalon recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Avalon have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2017 Toyota Avalon. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2017 Toyota Avalon?

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