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1998 Toyota Avalon Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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1998 Toyota Avalon: Quick Overview

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1998 Toyota Avalon Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 1998
Make Toyota
Model Avalon
Trim -
Style -
Type Sedan
Category Compact Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In United States
Manufacturing City GEORGETOWN
Dimensions
Doors 4-Door
Curb Weight -
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating -
Overall Height -
Overall Length -
Overall Width -
Wheelbase Length -
Standard Seating -
Engine & Performance
Engine 1MZ-FE
Engine Size 3L
Engine Cylinders 6
Transmission Automatic 4-Speed
Transmission Type Automatic
Transmission Speeds 4-Speed
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System -
Steering Type -
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) -
Invoice Price -
Delivery Charges -

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What Problems Does the 1998 Toyota Avalon Have?

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How long will the 1998 Toyota Avalon last?

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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?

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1998 Toyota Avalon Prices and Market Value

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1998 Toyota Avalon Cost of Ownership

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1998 Toyota Avalon Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity -
City Mileage -
Highway Mileage -

1998 Toyota Avalon Safety Rating

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Overall Rating Not Tested
Overall Frontal Star Rating Not Tested
Side Overall Star Rating Not Tested
Overall Rollover Star Rating Not Tested
Combined Front Seat Rating Not Tested
Combined Rear Seat Rating Not Tested
Overall Frontal Star Rating Not Tested
Frontal Barrier Star Ratings Not Tested
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1998 Toyota Avalon Recalls & Defects

Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:control Module
Recall date 1998-10-19
Recall no. 98v278000
Source NHTSA
Summary Vehicle Description: Sport Utility Vehicles, Mini Vans and Passenger Vehicles Equipped With A Theft Deterrent Systems (Tds) Supplied BY Audiovox Corporation and Distributed BY Southeast Toyota Distributors, Inc. IN THE States OF Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina. THE Alarm Wiring Harness Plugs Into THE Vehicle's Ignition Switch and THE Vehicle's Ignition Switch Wiring Harness Plugs Into THE Alarm Harness TO Complete THE Circuit. A Percentage OF THE Female Terminals Used IN THE Alarm Connector Were Found TO BE Defective, Causing AN 'open Circuit' Condition When Mated TO THE Male Ignition Switch Terminals.
Consequence This Condition CAN Cause Intermittent Performance OF THE Vehicle's Electrical Components Such AS THE Dash Warning Lights And/Or Hvac FAN Speed Controls. Also, THE Vehicle MAY NOT RUN Smoothly and Could Stall.
Remedy Dealers Will Inspect THE Date Code Label ON THE Security System Harness and ANY Displaying THE Manufacturing/Final Date Code Will BE Replaced With Newly Produced Harnesses. THE Date Codes Are: Rav4 - 6/24/98, 6/25/98, 6/26/98; Sienna - 6/25/98, 6/26/98; and Avalon - 6/30/98, 7/1/98, 8/31/98, 9/1/98, 9/2/98, and 9/3/98.
Notes Owner Notification IS Expected TO Begin During October/November 1998.owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Southeast Toyota Distributor AT 1-800-301-6859.also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:control Module
Recall date 1998-10-19
Recall no. 98e035000
Source NHTSA
Summary Equipment Description: Aftermarket Theft Deterrent Systems Used ON 1998-1998 Toyota Rav4, Avalon, and Sienna Model Vehicles Distributed BY Southeast Toyota Distributors, Inc. IN THE States OF Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina. THE Alarm Wiring Harness Plugs Into THE Vehicle's Ignition Switch and THE Vehicle's Ignition Switch Wiring Harness Plugs Into THE Alarm Harness TO Complete THE Circuit. A Percentage OF THE Female Terminals Used IN THE Alarm Connector Were Found TO BE Defective, Causing AN "open Circuit" Condition When Mated TO THE Male Ignition Switch Terminals.
Consequence This Condition CAN Cause Intermittent Performance OF THE Vehicle's Electrical Components Such AS THE Dash Warning Lights And/Or Hvac FAN Speed Controls. Also, THE Vehicle MAY NOT RUN Smoothly and Could Stall.
Remedy Dealers Will Inspect THE Date Code Label ON THE Security System Harness and ANY Displaying THE Manufacturing/Final Date Code Will BE Replaced With Newly Produced Harnesses. THE Date Codes Are: Rav4 - 6/24/98, 6/25/98, 6/26/98; Sienna - 6/25/98, 6/26/98; and Avalon - 6/30/98, 7/1/98, 8/31/98, 9/1/98, 9/2/98, and 9/3/98.
Notes Owner Notification IS Being Handled BY Southeast Toyota Distributors.owner Notification Began November 3, 1998. Owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Southeast Toyota Distributor AT 1-800-301-6859.also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1998 Toyota Avalon Insurance

Insurance for a 1998 Toyota Avalon is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 1998 Toyota Avalon Compare to Other Sedan?

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Final Verdict: Is the 1998 Toyota Avalon a Good Sedan?

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