TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID (2019) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
Toyota is recalling 2019 Avalon Hybrids due to a potential fuel leak from improperly connected filler pipes, which could cause fire if ignited. Owners must have their fuel filler pipe inspected and replaced at no cost by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The improperly connected filler pipe may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Toyota is recalling 2019 Avalon Hybrid vehicles because a fuel filler pipe might not be properly connected, risking fuel leaks that could ignite and cause fire. This affects owners who need to have the pipe checked and replaced at a dealer. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224456-toyota-avalon-hybrid-2019-fuel-leak-fire-risk-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224456-toyota-avalon-hybrid-2019-fuel-leak-fire-risk-recall · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V097000
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“Toyota Avalon Hybrid (2019) Fuel Leak Fire Risk Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224456-toyota-avalon-hybrid-2019-fuel-leak-fire-risk-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #19V097000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V097000).
Why it’s dangerous
The fuel filler pipe may not be securely attached to the fuel tank during manufacturing, causing fuel leaks. If the leaking fuel comes into contact with an ignition source like a spark or hot surface, it could ignite and start a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid vehicles are affected. Drivers who have recently had their vehicles inspected or assembled are at higher risk due to potential improper connections.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The issue was first identified in March 2019 and affects models that may have had improper reconnection of the fuel filler pipe during assembly.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Toyota Customer Service
Call 1-888-270-9371 to confirm if your vehicle is affected and schedule a free inspection.
Have Fuel Filler Pipe Inspected
Dealers will inspect the fuel filler pipe and replace it if necessary at no cost to the owner.
What NHTSA says to do
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filler pipe, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K0I.
Questions people ask
Why is my 2019 Avalon Hybrid being recalled?
The fuel filler pipe may not have been properly reconnected during vehicle assembly, which could lead to fuel leaks that might ignite and cause fire.
How can I check if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your vehicle is a 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid. The recall began March 19, 2019, and affects vehicles that may have had improper reconnection of the fuel filler pipe during assembly.
Is there a risk of fire with this recall?
Yes, if the leaking fuel comes into contact with an ignition source, it could ignite and start a fire.
Contact Toyota
We’ve drafted a message you can send Toyota to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V097000 — Toyota Toyota Hello, I own a Toyota that is covered by recall 19V097000 from Toyota. The official recall notice states: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filler pipe, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K0I. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V097000 (February 14, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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