Issue ID | 1515228 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11152601 |
Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
Brand | TOYOTA |
Model | AVALON |
Model Year | 2008 |
File date | 17/08/18 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | While driving straight ahead at night on a highway the high beams suddenly went out and would not go on again. I switched to low beams. I later learned from a mechanic that there is a design flaw or inferior microprocessor controlling the headlights and that the low beams could also suddenly go out while in motion. This is a severe safety issue. The toyota corporation will not stand by their product and have referred me to a toyota dealer that wants over $2,000. 00 to fix the safety issue. There should be a recall on this. I believe it only affects the 2008 avalon models. There are even several articles on the internet relating to this problem. I have nothing to download as i did not get a written estimate, only a telephone quote, from the toyota dealer. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 61250 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | MARICOPA, AZ |
VIN pattern | 4T1BK36B08UXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 25/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 52 |
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