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1996 Toyota Avalon Reliability Rating
KEY:
Minimal Problems
Moderate Problems
Significant Problems
Category
Rating
Comments
Engine
A common problem on this vehicle is that the 1MZ engine is known to sludge up if the normal maintenance schedule is followed for oil changes. If the oil is changed at 3,000 to 4,000 miles this condition does not occur. When this condition happens the engine burns oil and if the oil level is not corrected it will cause severe engine damage. The repair cost is between $4,000 and $8,000 dollars for parts and labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
5 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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Minimal Problems
Moderate Problems
Significant Problems
Moderate Problems
