Sell your 2011 Toyota Avalon for cash

The 2011 Toyota Avalon is a full-size car that came with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine. At 15 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2011 Toyota Avalon at a glance

Body styleLarge Cars
Engines3.5L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic (S6)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy20 city / 29 highway / 23 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,900 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂386 grams per mile
Gross vehicle weight rating4,565 lb
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age15 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 15 years old, most of a 2011 Avalon's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a full-size car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Avalon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the steering, typically around 40,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2011 Toyota Avalon recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2011 Toyota Avalon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Electrical SystemJan 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V047000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Toyota Avalon vehicles manufactured February 9, 2010, to October 22, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the sub-woofer speaker located in the trunk may experience an intermittent electrical short which may cause damage to the integrated circuit…

Risk: A constant electrical current flow may cause the sub-woofer to overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Common 2011 Avalon problems

Owners have filed 106 complaints about the 2011 Toyota Avalon with NHTSA. 14 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 6 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Steering31
  • Electrical System24
  • Unknown or Other10
  • Vehicle Speed Control10
  • Visibility/Wiper9
  • Service Brakes5

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Steering40,000 mi
  • Electrical System39,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other45,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control15,000 mi
  • Visibility/Wiper125,000 mi
  • Service Brakes27,000 mi

2011 Toyota Avalon crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2011 Toyota Avalon.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, FWDNot rated——★★★★☆11.1%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2011 Toyota Avalon service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 274 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2011 Toyota Avalon. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Structure34
  • Equipment32
  • Structure26
  • Equipment24
  • Equipment14
  • Engine13

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2026 · T-SB-0055-24 Rev2

    Some 2005 - 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to r

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0035-24 Rev2

    Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle o

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0038-24 Rev2

    To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the whe

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0039-24 Rev2

    The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 2011 Avalon: questions

How much is a 2011 Toyota Avalon worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2011 Avalon that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2011 Avalons that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2011 Avalon with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Toyota Avalon; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2011 Avalon?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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