2010 TOYOTA VENZA

9 recalls, 110 complaints - 277 TSBs

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Venza vehicles. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring may become damaged with regular use of the driver-side door.

Consequence

Damaged wires may cause the air bag sensor to become inoperable, preventing the deployment of the side and curtain air bags on the driver side and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver-side front door wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TB01/21TA01.

279,040 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Defect Description

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Priu... Read more

Consequence

If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

7,749 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Defect Description

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affec... Read more

Consequence

Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.

Remedy

SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

3,233 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description

Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-20... Read more

Consequence

An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.

Remedy

Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-... Read more

7,525 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Defect Description

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model y... Read more

Consequence

If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag de... Read more

Remedy

Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

3,235 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Defect Description

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 CAMRY VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2008, THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2009, AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 VENZA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 20, 2008, THROUGH JANUARY 4, 2011. DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE CONTACT-TYPE STOP LAMP SWITCH, SILICONE GREASE MAY HAVE C... Read more

Consequence

INOPERATIVE BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD NOT WARN OTHER DRIVERS THAT THE VEHICLE IS SLOWING OR STOPPING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

186,798 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPA... Read more

Consequence

THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.

271,417 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Consequence

A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.

153,418 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, LLC

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Defect Description

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 COROLLA, VENZA AND MATRIX PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT. THIS RECALL IS AN EXPANSION OF ... Read more

Consequence

A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

TOYOTA WILL MODIFY OR REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR PEDALS ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES. FLOOR SURFACE MODIFICATIONS ARE ALSO BEING CONSIDERED AND WILL BE INCLUDED FOR ANY MODEL FOR WHICH IT IS DEEMED APPROPRIATE. INITIALLY, DEALERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO RESHAPE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FOR THE REPAIR. AS ... Read more

1,126,915 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Complaint Statistics

110 total complaints 12 crashes 6 fires 7 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	14
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	12
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	12
SEATS	6
POWER TRAIN	5
STRUCTURE:BODY	5
STEERING	4
SERVICE BRAKES	4
ENGINE	4
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)	3

Incident date: Apr 13, 2026

I am a former Transmission Calibration Engineer at Stellantis, so I know what I'm talking about. I experienced an engine stall event while coasting down in speed. I was in town, driving about 30 mph, and coasting (0% pedal). I lightly applied the brakes and while the vehicle was still in motion (... Read more

Incident date: Sep 15, 2025

The problem with my vehicle is a failure of internal engine components, specifically a known defect in the piston rings of the Hyundai Theta II engine. This failure causes excessive oil consumption, which is burned internally. The internal engine components have failed, leading to a widely document... Read more

Incident date: Sep 15, 2025

PE25009 - My van has a fault in alignment with this investigation. On long turns with the wheel between 11 and 1 the steering feels heavy then it feels like the system overcorrects. It has done this intermittently for a few months now.

Incident date: Aug 11, 2025

Radio will constantly reset as well as the in-dash clock, and the Tire Pressure light will illuminate and flash. I found this appears to be a consistent issue with 2014, 2015, and 2016 Toyota Corolla's on YouTube.

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

I was sitting in the passenger seat of my new 2023 Chevy Bolt EV while parked at a convenience station. The vehicle was on and not hooked up to a charger. I smelled something burning and quickly thereafter I saw smoke coming from under the driver side seat. The driver exited the vehicle and looked u... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

Depressing accelerator while in 'D'rive or 'R'everse does not increase RPM or power and vehicle does not move. While keeping the pedal pressed to the floor it will then slowly RPMs will increase and it will creep forward. It will rev. while in park or neutral.

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

Fire

Incident date: Jun 24, 2024

car pauses after stopping at lights and stop signs and in stop-n-go traffic and won't go as soon as gas pedal is pressed. It hesitates then jerks forward once the gas is activated. Check engine warning is for stop/start transmission accumulator sensor! Cost to repair over $1300 and seems to be the s... Read more

Incident date: Jan 17, 2024

The contact owned a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the rear driveway, he noticed a reflection of flames, and then he noticed that the hood of the vehicle had caught on fire. The contact stated that the fire extended to the front headliner and f... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Mar 10, 2023

The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amo... Read more

Incident date: Mar 10, 2023

During the drive, check engine lights on then suddenly, HEV warning lights with turn off the engine with critical alert sound. I was drove again after attempting to start several times then again & again... It freaked me out when I drove on the highway, and yet to fixed & afraid to go to the dealer ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2022

Tesla advertised that Tesla Vision will replace the ultrasonic sensors (USS) and help with park assist. Before buying the Tesla model y Tesla representative assured me that Tesla vision will function to replace the USS. Currently my model y has no visibility to any objects near the vehicle. The lake... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2022

For roughly the last three months, several times I have smelled fuel or gas in the interior cabin. Mostly at startup for first time during morning. But also when starting car after use earlier in the day. The smell dissipates after 10 minutes or so. Especially if I roll down windows to let in fresh... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that while making a turn in either direction, the vehicle would lose motive power and stall. After coasting to a complete stop, the vehicle was restarted and the vehicle operated normally. The battery and battery cables were replaced however, ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2022

Driving local freeway, 65 degrees and sunny, light traffic.... Loud impact sound but no cars in our immediate vicinity, nothing in the roadway. Once stopped, examined car and found the large panoramic sunroof had spontaneously exploded. Sunroof cover was in place so no glass fell into passenger co... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2022

Incident date: Feb 28, 2022

The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Venza. The contact stated while driving 50-60 MPH, she became aware of a burning odor coming from the driver’s and passenger’s heated seats. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic however, the vehicle was no... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the clockspring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic... Read more

Incident date: Jan 28, 2022

When coming to a faster stop, vehicle stalls entire system shuts off. Happened before when driving. Lucklily was not in a place to wreck.

Incident date: Jan 28, 2022

When coming to a faster stop, vehicle stalls entire system shuts off. Happened before when driving. Lucklily was not in a place to wreck.

Incident date: Feb 15, 2021

Ze2 warranty explains as a leaking engine oil cooler pipe A Brief knocking a really niceAt startup in th 1ar2.7l 4-0041-13 Cylinder engine could be caused by probable with the camshaft timing VVT gear assembly My invoice states Knocking rattling noise at start off causes problems with the camshaft... Read more

Incident date: Aug 17, 2021

Oil hole to close to heat that was made out of rubber. New part purchase made out of metal

Incident date: May 13, 2021

Panoramic roof leaking

Incident date: Aug 14, 2020

2010 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOUD CRACKING AND POPPING SOUNDS IN ROOF. *LD *JS

Incident date: May 29, 2020

WATER LEAK FROM PANORAMIC SUNROOF WHEN IT RAINS. SIDE PILLAR POSTS. HAVE READ SEVERAL REVIEWS INCLUDING: SHORTED OUT THE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS, OWNERS HAD TO DISMANTLED MOONROOF ON THEIR OWN TO ADD SEALANT OR GLUE. THIS SHOULD BE TOYOTA'S RESPONSIBILITY AS A FACTORY ISSUE. DEALERS ARE NOT TAKING ... Read more

Incident date: May 29, 2020

Incident date: Jan 2, 2020

THERE IS A RATTLE IN THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN TURNING IT ON UNEVEN ROADS. ALSO, THE DRIVERS SEAT SMELLS LIKE IT'S BURNING WHEN THE SEAT HEATER IS ON.

Incident date: Jan 2, 2020

THERE IS A RATTLE IN THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN TURNING IT ON UNEVEN ROADS. ALSO, THE DRIVERS SEAT SMELLS LIKE IT'S BURNING WHEN THE SEAT HEATER IS ON.

Incident date: Sep 21, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA VENZA. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING THROUGH A DRIVE THRU CAR WASH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A WALL. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE BUMPER, RADIATOR, BATTERY, AND HOOD WERE DAMAGED. THE IN... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Sep 2, 2019

I AM HAVING SLEEPLESS NIGHTS AND SO ARE MY NEIGHBORS AND IT IS VERY ANNOYING FOR MY CO-WORKERS AND THE MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL IN OUR PARKING GARAGE OF 1000 PLUS CARS, TO HAVE TO DEAL WITH MY TOYOTA VENZA 2010'S ALARM SYSTEM TO KEEP GOING OFF EVEN WHEN NO ONE HAS TOUCHED THE PANIC BUTTON OR ALARM. THE... Read more

Incident date: Aug 19, 2019

UPON STARTUP AND IN MOVEMENT, WARNING DASH LIGHTS COME ON. INDICATING CHECK ENGINE AND TRACTION CONTROL, SIMULTANEOUSLY AND REMAIN ON. RETURN TO AUTHORIZED DEALER, DIAGNOSTIC COMPLETE. 02 SENSOR BANK 1&2 CORRECTED. PROBLEM HAS RETURNED.

Incident date: Aug 19, 2019

Incident date: Jan 7, 2018

LAS LUCES LARGAS DE LOS FOCOS DELANTEROS DEJARON DE FUNCIONAR . SE ME INFORMO QUE LO QUE SUCEDIO ES QUE EL INJUCTION BLOCK ESTA DEFECTUOSO. ME PERSONE A UN AUTO PARTS DE TOYOTA Y ME INFORMARON QUE SON MUCHOS LOS CASOS COMO MI ASUNTO, QUE ES EL MAL DE ESAS GUAGUAS.

Incident date: Dec 9, 2015

PASSENGER SIDE SEAT HEATER STOPPED WORKING. WENT TO ATLANTA TOYOTA ON 12/9/15 AND HAD SEAT INSPECTED, REPORT STATED HEATING ASSEMBLY FAILED AND WAS QUOTED $555 FOR REPAIR. AN ASSOCIATE INFORMED ME OF A RECALL OFF THE HEATING ELEMENTS FOR THE SEATS, BUT I HAD TO WAIT FOR MY VEHICLE TO BE INCLUDED. IT... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2018

THE ELECTRICAL IN MY CAR FLICKERS OFF AND ON THE DOME LIGHTS MY HEADLIGHTS MY LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS FLICKER OFF AND ON ALL THE TIME NOW MY DRIVER VISOR LIGHT WILL NOT COME ON WHEN I AM DRIVING IN MOTION I CAN HEAR SOMETIMES THEY SQUEAKING NOISE SOMETIMES I GRINDING NOISE AND I FEEL LIKE MY CAR IS GOI... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2018

Incident date: Feb 18, 2018

MY AUTOKEY WAS NOT WORKING TO OPEN THE CAR SO I TOOK IT IN THINKING I NEEDED A NEW BATTERY FOENTHE KEY FOB. THIS VEHICLE IS A 2010 VENZA, 67K MILES, ALWAYS GARAGED,, DRY COLORADO CLIMATE AND I NEED A NEW WIRING HARNESS FOR $4300?!!

Incident date: Aug 12, 2015

THE SUN VISOR I HAVE THREE FRIENDS IN NEW JERSEY AND THEY ALSO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM

Incident date: Jul 1, 2014

VEHICLE TRANSMISSION TOTAL FAILURE REQUIRING REPLACEMENT

Incident date: Jun 5, 2017

94,000 MILES AWD VENZA WITH REAR DIFFERENTIAL TRANSAXLE LEAK. VENT ON THE AXLE MEANT TO RELEASE PRESSURE WHEN OIL HEATS UP, CLOGS WITH DEBRIS AND FAIL. SINCE THE SYSTEM CAN NOT VENT, IT RUINS THE SEALS AND COUPLING. DEALER ESTIMATE OF $3,000 TO REPAIR. THIS IS A MAJOR DESIGN FLAW AND WOULD EXPE... Read more

Incident date: Apr 12, 2017

1ST TIME (NOV. 5TH, 2016), I WAS IN STOP & GO TRAFFIC ON THE HIGHWAY, I LET OFF OF THE ACCELERATOR, AND THE CAR ACCELERATED, I QUICKLY HIT THE BRAKE AND THE CAR SLOWED AND STOPPED. 2ND TIME (APRIL 12TH, 2017), I WAS CRUISING ABOUT 30MPH, I LET OFF OF THE ACCELERATOR AND THE CAR ACCELERATED, I QUICK... Read more

Incident date: Apr 4, 2017

OUR 2010 VENZA HAS 80K MILES ON IT (POWERTRAIN WARRANTY IS 60K). AFTER HEARING A "WHIRRING" NOISE FROM THE REAR OF OUR VEHICLE, WE HAD IT INSPECTED. THERE IS A LEAK OF FLUID FROM THE LEFT AXLE SEAL WHERE IT MEETS THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. THE DIFFERENTIAL WAS OPENED AND HAD ADEQUATE FLUID BUT THE FLU... Read more

Incident date: Jan 31, 2016

THE SUN VISOR ON BOTH WINDOWS KEEP FALLING DOWN INTO THE FIELD OF VIEW AND WILL NOT STAY UP. ONE VISOR NOW HAS A NOTICEABLE BUMP BY THE CONNECTOR TO THE CEILING, THE VISOR WILL FALL CONSTANTLY REGARDLESS OF IT IN MOTION OR STATIONARY.

Incident date: Jan 28, 2017

DISTINCT SMELL OF OZONE / BURNING ELECTRICAL COMPONENT WAS NOTICED IN THE CABIN WHILE DRIVING ON A COLD DAY. PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO SAFETY AND INVESTIGATED FURTHER. AFTER CYCLING POWER SEVERAL TIMES, THE BURNING SMELL WAS VERIFIED TO BE COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEATER. SEAT HEATER TURNED OFF TO... Read more

Incident date: Jan 28, 2017

Incident date: Oct 17, 2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA VENZA. WHEN THE HEATING SYSTEM ON THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT WAS ACTIVATED, THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNING ODOR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEATING ELEMENT HAD A SHORT, WHICH CAUSED THE HEATING SYSTEM TO FAIL. THE SEAT HEAT... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jul 11, 2016

HID BALLAST MALFUNCTION FOR BOTH HEAD LIGHTS AT THE SAME TIME. HEADLIGHTS SHUTTING OFF COMPLETELY WHILE DRIVING NO MATTER WHAT SETTING THE SELECTOR SWITCH IS ON. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND STATIONARY ON THE HIGHWAY, SIDE ROAD, NEIGHBORHOOD, TURNING, DRIVING STRAIGHT FORWARD DURING ANY OF THE TIMES IN... Read more

Incident date: Feb 1, 2015

THE TOYOTA VENZA WAS INVOLVED IN A ROLL OVER ACCIDENT AND ROLLED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH 13 AIRBAGS. NOT 1 AIRBAG DEPLOYED! THE ACCIDENT WAS IN MOTION AND TOOK PLACE ON A HIGHWAY.

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EPA Fuel Economy, 2010 TOYOTA VENZA

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
2.7L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive)	21.0	29.0	24.0	Regular	$2,600
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive)	19.0	26.0	22.0	Regular	$2,850

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2010 TOYOTA VENZA

277 manufacturer communications from 146 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	30
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	24
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	23
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	19
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER	16
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.	16
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	14
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	13

061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

140000 AIR BAGS

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

140000 AIR BAGS

TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

050000 PARKING BRAKE

TSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s) without replacing the carpet assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to replace the loose or damaged carpet floor retai

220000 SEATS

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom

200000 WHEELS

190000 TIRES

160000 STRUCTURE

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio function

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TSB: Some 2006 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX? Tip) is avai

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-21.

140000 AIR BAGS

Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0044-16.

220000 SEATS

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water an

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.

010000 STEERING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.

200000 WHEELS

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST005-01, SU001-08, and T-SB-0391-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure

020000 SUSPENSION

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0063-20.

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The a

350000 EQUIPMENT

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 12, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0010-20.

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Some 2004 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bull

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should b

010000 STEERING

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14 is obsolete and

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE July 9, 2019: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0080-19.

200000 WHEELS

TSB: Some 2009 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles with super chrome wheel finishes may become discolored and/or damaged when aftermarket cleaners, polishes, or brake dust removal products are used on wheels with super chrome finishes. Wheel

350000 EQUIPMENT

100000 POWER TRAIN

TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Dealer Package: April 1, 2019 A watermark has been added to the Dealer Letter to indicate that G0B expired on March 31, 2019.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a

350000 EQUIPMENT

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 7, 2019 Rev2: * Applicability has been updated to include 2010 - 2014 model year Matrix, 2017 - 2019 model year C-HR, 2019 model year Corolla Hatchback, and 2018 - 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. G418 The Intr

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TSB: Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX? Tip) is now available to help minimize fut

350000 EQUIPMENT

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a

350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2017 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14 is obso

190000 TIRES

TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 12, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. January 23, 2014 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. Any previous print

190000 TIRES

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather and synthetic leather care in Toyota vehicles. As an additional resource, if the vehicle is equipped with factory leather seats, the ve

350000 EQUIPMENT

220000 SEATS

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Toyota vehicle becomes submerg

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 30, 2017 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0012-13. Flash reprogramming allows the

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 08, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 - 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a c

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 07, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. On some vehicles, when Rapgard? is removed the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the c

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or Micro SD Card memory.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: September 14, 2016: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0134-16.

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. ? Parts Information section has been updated. Some 2004 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit odor

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: *Difficulty to pair the phone. *Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. *Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update on Technician Certification Requirements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Update on Technician Certification Requirements.

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB: On some vehicles, when Rapgard? is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: ON SOME VEHICLES, WHEN RAPGARD? IS REMOVED, THE PAINT MAY HAVE A STAINED APPEARANCE. THESE STAINS APPEAR TO BE UNDER THE CLEAR COAT (REPAINTING THIS AREA IS NOT NECESSARY). THE STAIN PATTERNS ARE USUALLY UNDER WRINKLES IN THE RAPGARD?

174200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK

Dealer Letter: Toyota will mail owners of certain 2009-2015 Model Year Venza vehicles, in Mid-April, 2016, a product operation owner letter explaining the functionality of the Back Door Closer Function for the Rear Hatch Assembly. Addition

100000 POWER TRAIN

TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) level at normal vehicle operating temperature. Note: The following adjustment procedures are for U660E/F and

350000 EQUIPMENT

174200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK

Region Letter: Toyota will mail owners of certain 2009-2015 Model Year Venza vehicles, in Mid-April, 2016, a product operation owner letter explaining the functionality of the Back Door Closer Function for the Rear Hatch Assembly. Addition

350000 EQUIPMENT

"TT: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY ENCOUNTER BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY CONCERNS SUCH AS: ? DIFFICULTY PAIRING THE PHONE. ? INTERMITTENT BLUETOOTH FAILURE TO CONNECT WHEN FIRST TURNING ON THE VEHICLE. ? VARIOUS BLUETOOTH AUDIO FUNCTIONS ARE NO LO

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty pairing the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth failure to connect when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth Audio functions are no lon

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TOYOTA VENZA - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA VENZA across all model years (2009, 2024).

37 Total Recalls

990 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

109 Reported Crashes

18 Reported Fires

2 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA VENZA - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2024	1	32	View
2023	1	29	View
2022	1	73	View
2021	1	236	View
2015	1	34	View
2014	1	38	View
2013	4	87	View
2012	4	34	View
2011	6	89	View
2010 (current)	9	110
2009	8	228	View

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Model	Recalls	Complaints
TUNDRA	787	9,074	View
HIGHLANDER	677	6,756	View
RAV4	669	11,842	View
CROWN	548	141	View
TACOMA	406	10,562	View
GRAND HIGHLANDER	388	332	View
PRIUS	365	15,456	View
HIGHLANDER HYBRID	355	1,103	View

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