2007 Toyota Avalon

The 2007 Toyota Avalon is a full-size sedan known for its comfortable ride, spacious interior, and reliability. It was available with a single engine option: a 3.5L 2GR-FE V6 producing 268 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Owners often praise the Avalon for its smooth ride, quiet cabin, and fuel efficiency, but some dislike its somewhat bland styling and handling.

Engine

3.5L 2GR-FE V6

• Oil Leak from Valve Cover Gaskets
  • Description/Symptoms: Oil leaking onto the exhaust manifold, causing a burning smell and potential fire hazard. Visible oil drips under the car.
  • Solution: Replacement of the valve cover gaskets.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
• VVTi Oil Line Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: A rubber oil line to the VVTi system can rupture, leading to rapid oil loss and potential engine damage due to oil starvation.
  • Solution: Replacement of the rubber oil line with an updated metal line.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found
• Water Pump Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leak, overheating, and potential engine damage.
  • Solution: Replacement of the water pump, thermostat, and coolant.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800

Transmission

5-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Torque Converter Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Shuddering or vibrations, especially during light acceleration. May trigger a check engine light with codes related to torque converter performance.
  • Solution: Replacement of the torque converter, or potentially the entire transmission if damage is extensive.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $3000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut and Shock Absorber Wear
  • Description/Symptoms: Bouncy ride, poor handling, excessive body roll during turns, and uneven tire wear.
  • Solution: Replacement of worn struts and shock absorbers.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Lower Control Arm Bushing Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noises from the front suspension, especially when going over bumps. Poor handling and steering response.
  • Solution: Replacement of the lower control arm bushings or the entire lower control arm assembly.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $600
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Navigation Screen Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dim or non-functional navigation screen, flickering, or distorted display.
  • Solution: Replacement or repair of the navigation screen.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Power Window Regulator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Slow or non-functional power windows. Grinding noises from the window mechanism.
  • Solution: Replacement of the power window regulator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Dashboard Cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracking of the dashboard material, especially in sun-exposed areas.
  • Solution: Replacement of the dashboard (expensive) or installation of a dashboard cover.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 (cover) - $2000+ (replacement)
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2007 Toyota Avalon generally exhibits issues consistent with its age. The most concerning issues are potential engine oil leaks and transmission problems, which can be costly to repair. Suspension wear is also common, while electrical and interior issues tend to be more of an annoyance than a major mechanical problem. Overall, while the Avalon is known for its reliability, potential buyers should have a pre-purchase inspection performed to check for these common issues.