2009 Toyota Avalon steering problems
Owners reported steering problems in 18 complaints for the 2009 Toyota Avalon, 16% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 18 16% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 37,000 miles 14 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 1 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When steering problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 2 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 6 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 3 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 0 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 14 steering complaints that report mileage, the median is about 36,000 miles, and 79% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 injury.
What owners wrote
Shortly after purchasing my 09 toyota avalon, the lever that locks the telescoping steering wheel in place began falling down. Three mechanics all say it's a manufacturer defect covered by a bulletin and cannot be repaired, only replaced for over $1000. Last week a multicar accident occurred 100 ft ahead of me and when I braked to avoid becoming part of the debacle, the steering wheel descended into its lowest position, almost forcing me to lose control of my car.
The horn works when it wants to and the steering wheel sometimes moves. The car sits lower than it should causing the tires to scrape.
Other problems reported for the 2009 Toyota Avalon
- Lighting 25 complaints
- Cruise control 18 complaints