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2007 TOYOTA Avalon

6 recalls Risk Grade: D- Most severe issue: Low Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Low Priority #16V396000 Plain English
Component

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Manufacturer
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
What Happened
The seat heater in your vehicle has an electrical wire that can get damaged when you sit on the seat, which could cause a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If this wire is damaged, it could short circuit and start a fire in your seat, which could burn you or spread to other parts of the vehicle.
Free Fix
Your dealer will disable the seat heater by disconnecting it, and you'll get a full refund for the accessory, all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
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Low Priority #14V743000 Plain English
Component

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Manufacturer
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
What Happened
The seat heater in your vehicle's front seat is a wiring system that warms the seat. Over time, the seat cushion in certain models may compress, damaging this wiring.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wiring gets damaged, it could cause a short circuit, leading to a fire that could burn you, the person sitting in the seat.
Free Fix
Your dealership will disconnect the faulty seat heaters, free of charge, and give you a full refund for the seat heater accessory. You'll be contacted by SET with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
Original — Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
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Low Priority #10V035000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Manufacturer
GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle is missing a label that tells you the maximum weight your tires can handle. This label is an important safety feature that helps prevent tire failure and accidents.
Risk if Unfixed
Without this label, you might not know the safe weight limit for your tires. This could lead to tire failure while driving, which could cause a loss of control or a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will send you the correct label or install it for free, and they'll also update your owner's manual with the correct information.
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Original — What Happened
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
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Low Priority #10V036000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Manufacturer
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, LLC
What Happened
The load carrying capacity modification label in your vehicle is a sticker that shows the maximum weight your car can handle. It's missing on certain 2005-2011 Toyota models.
Risk if Unfixed
If you overload your vehicle without this label, you could be driving with a heavier load than your car is designed for, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You'll receive the correct label in the mail, or you can visit a Toyota dealer to have it installed for free.
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Original — What Happened
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
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Under Review #10V017000 Plain English
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The friction lever in your accelerator pedal system is a small part that helps the pedal work smoothly. In some 2005-2010 models, this lever can wear down and become smooth, making it harder to press the pedal down or return it to idle.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your accelerator pedal could become stuck in a partially depressed position, making it hard to control your vehicle's speed. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will install a reinforcement bar in your accelerator pedal to keep it working smoothly. This service is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
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Under Review #09V388000 Plain English
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The accelerator pedal in your vehicle is the part that controls how fast you go. In certain models, it can get stuck in the wide open position if the floor mat gets caught under it.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pedal gets stuck, you could lose control of your vehicle's speed, and it could reach extremely high speeds. This could make it difficult to stop, increasing the risk of a serious crash, injury, or even death.
Free Fix
Your Toyota dealer will modify the accelerator pedal and the floor surface under it to prevent the pedal from getting stuck. They'll also replace any incompatible floor mats with new ones, and install software updates on certain models to ensure the brake can override the accelerator if both pedals are pressed. This service is free, and you'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
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Browse by Component

SEATS
2 recalls
EQUIPMENT
2 recalls
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2 recalls

Other TOYOTA Avalon Years

2021
2 recalls
2020
3 recalls
2019
4 recalls
2018
2 recalls
2017
2 recalls
2016
3 recalls
2015
2 recalls
2014
4 recalls
2013
4 recalls
2012
4 recalls
2011
1 recall
2010
7 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
6 recalls
2006
7 recalls
2005
7 recalls
2004
3 recalls
2003
2 recalls
2002
1 recall
2001
2 recalls
2000
2 recalls

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