WHEN SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN FRONT OF A BUILDING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ACROSS A 3-FOOT WIDE SIDEWALK AND INTO ONE OF THE STOREFRONTS OF A BUILDING--RESULTING IN EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE (CURRENTLY IN THE BODY SHOP) AND EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE STOREFRONT. FORTUNATELY, NO ONE WAS ON THE SIDEWALK AT THE TIME. THIS IS THE FIRST SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELER…
2009 Toyota Avalon cruise control problems
severe 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Crashes
5
Avg fix
$600
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FEW VEHICLES DRIVING ON THE ROAD, A CURB, AND A PARKED VEHICLE.THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL AND SUSTAINED UNKNOWN INJURIES. TH…
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2009 Toyota Avalon?
It's a meaningful issue. 15 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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