2014 Toyota Avalon problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2014 Toyota Avalon have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2014 Toyota Avalon. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Avalon get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2014 Toyota Avalon at about 25 mpg combined (21 city / 30 highway).

Q: How much is a 2014 Toyota Avalon worth?

Comparable 2014 Toyota Avalon listings run roughly $18,200–$30,000, typically around $23,125 (from 79 vehicles).

2014 Toyota Avalon at a glance

Safety recalls4

Owner complaints96

Combined25 mpg

Typical price$23,125

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2014 Toyota Avalon recalls 4

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm NHTSA Campaign #14V715000 · 07/11/2014

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Camry, Camry HV, Avalon, and Avalon HV vehicles equipped with 16-inch and 17-inch rims. In the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm may have been incorrectly manufactured. As a result, the left side lower arm may not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm t…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #14V576000 · 19/09/2014

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking NHTSA Campaign #15V728000 · 03/11/2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 19, 2012 to October 27, 2015 and 2013-2015 Lexus ES350 and ES300h vehicles manufactured June 18, 2012 to July 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a Pre-Collision System (PCS) as optional equipment. In these vehicles, the PCS may unexpectedly activate and ap…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain PCS components, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this campaign are F1V and F2E.

Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module NHTSA Campaign #20V024000 · 17/01/2020

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.

Fix: 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…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2014 Toyota Avalon common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2014 Toyota Avalon MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg

City21 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,500

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2014 Toyota Avalon worth?

Low

$18,200

Typical price

$23,125

High

$30,000

From 79 comparable 2014 Toyota Avalon listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Toyota Avalon costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,500

Depreciation (5 yrs)$12,800

Total$25,300

Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($23,125) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,329), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 Toyota Avalon trims & engines on record

Trims

XLE · Limited · XLE Touring · Hybrid

Engines

3.5L 6-cyl 268 hp · 2.5L 4-cyl 156 hp

2014 Toyota Avalon vehicles on record

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2014 Toyota Avalon — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Toyota Avalon have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2014 Toyota Avalon. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Avalon?

Based on 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper, service brakes, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Avalon get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2014 Toyota Avalon at about 25 mpg combined (21 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2014 Toyota Avalon worth?

Comparable 2014 Toyota Avalon listings run roughly $18,200–$30,000, typically around $23,125 (from 79 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.