Most common 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid problems
Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Toyota Avalon Hybrid complaints by model year
Best Avalon Hybrid years: 2020, 2019, 2016. Years to avoid: 2013, 2014. Compare all years →
2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid recalls (3)
Equipment › Other › Labels
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The fuel filler pipe may not have been properly reconnected to the fuel tank during an inspection after vehicle assembly.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filler pipe, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Electrical system › Software
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may erroneously detect a fault during the vehicle start-up self check.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid:
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.
2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | FWD | 43 / 43 / 43 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid a good car?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Avalon Hybrid rates better than average: 82% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Avalon Hybrid at the same age. It is one of the best Avalon Hybrid years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid?
The fuel & propulsion system — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, the most recent from March 27, 2019 (labels). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Toyota Avalon Hybrid?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020, 2019 and 2016. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013 and 2014. See the full Toyota Avalon Hybrid years comparison.
At what mileage do 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 16,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.