1997 Toyota AVALON Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your AVALON Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Toyota, so if you own a 1997 AVALON take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Toyota to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
  2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
  3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 1997 AVALON Recalls

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST Recall for 1997 TOYOTA AVALON

    • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 17 1997
    • NHTSA Reference #97V156000
    • Number Affected 18,746

    Summary: Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Michigan,Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, noth Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. A condition can occur where accumulated moisture can temporarily freeze in the brake vacuum hose if the vehicle is used in extremely cold climates for an extended period of time.

    Consequence: This can result in the elimination of vacuum assist to the brakes that can increase stopping distances and could lead to a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Dealers will install a new design brake vacuum hose.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #97V156000 »

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