2011 TOYOTA VENZA
6 recalls, 89 complaints - 279 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating
21V257000 Apr 13, 2021
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.
14V743000 Nov 19, 2014
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.
13V123000 Apr 9, 2013
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
13V014000 Jan 16, 2013
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.
12V091000 Mar 7, 2012
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.
11V306000 Jun 1, 2011
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 VENZA AND SIENNA PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 7, THROUGH MARCH 10, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE FRONT, RIGHT, DRIVE SHAFT MAY BREAK DUE TO INSUFFICIENT HEAT TREATMENT.
Consequence
SHOULD THE DRIVE SHAFT BREAK DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE VEHICLE WILL LOSE POWER WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WITHOUT WARNING MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVE SHAFT, AND, IF THE DRIVE SHAFT IS IDENTIFIED AS ONE THAT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN CORRECTLY MANUFACTURED, IT WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE AT NO CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Complaint Statistics
89 total complaints
9 crashes 3 fires 13 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 8 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 |
| SEATS | 6 |
| SUSPENSION | 5 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 5 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 5 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 5 |
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| STEERING | 4 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jul 15, 2025
Incident date: Jul 13, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R)... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 15, 2025
Incident date: Jul 13, 2025
After receiving a notification for a safety recall for a 2023 Yamaha XSR900, the recall was applied by a Yamaha dealer in Santa Maria, after the recall the motorcycle idle poorly at low temperature and stalls during acceleration, it is a very dangerous condition as it can inadvertently stop the engi... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 15, 2025
Incident date: Jul 13, 2025
After receiving a notification for a safety recall for a 2023 Yamaha XSR900, the recall was applied by a Yamaha dealer in Santa Maria, after the recall the motorcycle idle poorly at low temperature and stalls during acceleration, it is a very dangerous condition as it can inadvertently stop the engi... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 14, 2025
Incident date: May 10, 2024
The rear cross traffic sensor does not warn when there is oncoming traffic. It puts me, my passengers and other cars at a safety risk. BMW Palm Springs investigated and tested and states that the system is not providing any error messages. But in physical testing the system does not work as describe... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 7, 2024
Incident date: Sep 13, 2023
*Left-Driver Side and Right-Passenger side under hood a loud clunk when backing out of driveway or parking space when turning the steering wheel to a very sharp turn. Yes, available for inspection. *It feels like something is coming loose when backing up and turning sharply. *Yes, the dealer heard t... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 15, 2023
Incident date: Oct 20, 2023
Fortunately, an incident has yet to occur, but the Front Passenger Air Bag Occupancy Sensor is faulty causing the deactivation of the air bag rendering any passenger at risk. BMW of North America has been contacted about this faulty sensor. Recall B651017 & 17V-428 have addressed this faulty sensor... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Oct 14, 2023
Incident date: Sep 22, 2023
1st safety related incident discovered December 27th, 2021, rear window defroster stopped working. Checked rear fuse block as the owner's manual had listed that the fuse would be located there. Visual observation of fuse block showed rear heater fuse had blown and the area around the fuse discolored... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 28, 2023
Incident date: Sep 28, 2023
Car ran fine until we stopped for gas, went to get back on the highway when the car wouldn't accelerate >25mphs,almost got hit from this. The car was then towed to the near by Kia dealership and they found that it was a compression issue with a known issue in the engine and now we need a new engine... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 14, 2023
Incident date: Jun 22, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the vehicle started after pressing the Push to Start button several times and depressing the accelerator pedal simultaneously. Additionally, the contact s... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jul 14, 2023
Incident date: Jun 22, 2023
Windshield cracked on passenger side of vehicle without any impact to glass, extreme temperature change, or pressure change. Crack continues to grow, doubling in length in a matter of minutes.
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 13, 2021
Incident date: Aug 11, 2021
Major brake problem ; we were saved miraculously I have a Toyota Venza 2011 and I am the only owner ; the car drives smooth , however with major brakes issue My brakes and rotors are still in good condition, however; twice in the highway I wanted to slow down and the brakes don’t work , I freak ... Read more
Crash
SEATS
Apr 15, 2021
Incident date: May 31, 2016
HEATED LIGHTS ON BUT THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT NOT WARMING UP. BOUGHT THIS CAR SECOND HAND FROM A SMALL AUTO DEALER (BUYACAR.COM IN GREENSBORO NC). BUT I DID TAKE MY CAR TO A TOYOTA DEALER FOR REPAIRS, THEY DID NOT TELL ME THAT THERE'S A RECALL ABOUT SEATS FOR THIS MODEL AND I DID COMPLAIN ABOUT THE WA... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 18, 2020
Incident date: Jan 4, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED HER DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT 25 MPH IN THE RAIN AND FOG WHEN SHE LOST CONTROL ON A CURVE COLLIDING INTO A GUARD RAIL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AS THE FRONT AND SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED. THE CONTACT'S DAU... Read more
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 1, 2019
Incident date: Apr 1, 2019
I HAVE A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA WITH 136000 MILES AND BURNS THRU OIL. I HAVE TO PUT OIL EVERY MONTH IF I AM NOT CAREFUL IT WILL BURN QUICKLY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 31, 2019
Incident date: Oct 9, 2019
I HAVE POSTED THE MOST RECENT INCIDENT BECAUSE THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE THE TIME I PURCHASED THIS CAR USED IN 2017. SOMETHING IS CAUSING THE POWER TO DRAIN FROM THE BATTERY I HAVE REPLACED THE BATTERY 3 TIMES SINCE 2017 I WAS TOLD THAT I WASN'T DRIVING THE CAR ENOUGH TO KEEP IT CHARGED... Read more
SEATS
Oct 7, 2019
Incident date: Mar 1, 2018
HEATED SEAT WIRING WAS DISCONNECTED BY THE DEALER TO PREVENT A FIRE AND NOTED THAT THE PLUG WAS MELTED AND THE SEAT WAS CHARRED, DUE TO A MALFUNCTION, MY HEATED SEAT ON DRIVER SIDE STOPPED WORKING, FOUND A NHTSA CHAMPAIGN ID 14V743000 THAT AFFECTED 2009-2011 TOYOTA VENZA AND ALSO REPORTED TO TOYOTA ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 7, 2019
Incident date: Mar 1, 2018
HEATED SEAT WIRING WAS DISCONNECTED BY THE DEALER TO PREVENT A FIRE AND NOTED THAT THE PLUG WAS MELTED AND THE SEAT WAS CHARRED, DUE TO A MALFUNCTION, MY HEATED SEAT ON DRIVER SIDE STOPPED WORKING, FOUND A NHTSA CHAMPAIGN ID 14V743000 THAT AFFECTED 2009-2011 TOYOTA VENZA AND ALSO REPORTED TO TOYOTA ... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 28, 2019
Incident date: Mar 25, 2017
WHEN MY CAR HIT 100,000 MILES IT STARTED HAVING A ISSUE WHEN STARTING UP, I WOULD HEAR LIKE A GRINDING, WHEN I CHECKED THE OIL I HAD FOUND OUT THERE WAS MINIMAL OIL IN MY CAR, I ADDED OIL AND TOOK BY MY SHOP THEY TOLD ME ABOUT THIS ISSUE WITH OTHER TOYOTAS THAT HAVE THIS SAME ISSUE. OIL CONSUMPTION,... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Feb 5, 2019
Incident date: Feb 10, 2016
WARNING CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ON IN 20MINUTES AFTER VEHICLE IS RUNNING
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 16, 2018
Incident date: Dec 14, 2018
ON 12/14/2018 I PUT MY HAND ON THE SIRIUS/TOYOTA RADIO DISPLAY AND NOTED THE SCREEN WAS TOO HOT TO TOUCH. THE RADIO HAD BEEN ON FOR ABOUT AN HOUR LISTING TO SATELLITE RADIO. THIS COULD BE A VARY SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 26, 2018
Incident date: Nov 10, 2018
DRIVER SEAT HEATER IS NOT WORKING AS DESCRIBED IN THE RECALL # 14V743000. BUT FOR SOME REASON MY CAR'S VIN NUMBER IS NOT RECALLED.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 3, 2018
Incident date: Jul 12, 2018
WHILE MOVING, THE VENZA SEEMS TO JERK, AS IF IT'S ABOUT TO STOP, W/OUT ME APPLYING A FOOT TO THE BRAKE PEDAL (MY FOOT IS ON THE GAS). THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES THIS YEAR.
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 3, 2018
Incident date: Jul 12, 2018
WHILE MOVING, THE VENZA SEEMS TO JERK, AS IF IT'S ABOUT TO STOP, W/OUT ME APPLYING A FOOT TO THE BRAKE PEDAL (MY FOOT IS ON THE GAS). THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES THIS YEAR.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jun 13, 2018
Incident date: Jun 11, 2018
THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR FALLS DOWN AND DOES NOT STAY UP AND BLOCKS VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 7, 2018
Incident date: Jun 1, 2018
THE SUN VISOR IN MY VENZA BROKE AND WILL NOT STAY IN THE UP POSITION CREATING A VISIBILITY ISSUE. UPON AN INTERNET SEARCH, I FOUND THIS WAS A COMMON ISSUE WITH SEVERAL TOYOTA MODELS. IN FACT, THE CAMRY WAS RECALLED FOR THIS ISSUE. TOYOTA HAS CHANGED THE DESIGN OF THE VISORS IN MORE RECENT MODEL CONF... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 5, 2018
Incident date: Jun 5, 2018
MY VEHICLE NEVER RECEIVED SERVICE FOR THE FOLLOWING RECALLS BY TH NHTSA NHTSA #'S 14V743000 13V123000 13V014000 12V091000 11V306000 NO HISTORY OF THESE RECALLS COMPLETED MY VIN# [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
SEATS
May 20, 2018
Incident date: Jul 15, 2012
SEATS RUBBED ON CONSOLE. STRONG ELECTRICAL BURNING SMELL. DRIVERS SIDE HEATED SEATS NO LONGER OPERATE. WHEN IN REVERSE AND TURNING STEERING WHEEL LOUD SQUEALING NOISE AND THUMPING UNTIL PLACED IN DRIVE. WENT TO SEVERAL DEALERSHIPS WHO SAID THEY COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR FELL D... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 20, 2018
Incident date: Jul 15, 2012
SEATS RUBBED ON CONSOLE. STRONG ELECTRICAL BURNING SMELL. DRIVERS SIDE HEATED SEATS NO LONGER OPERATE. WHEN IN REVERSE AND TURNING STEERING WHEEL LOUD SQUEALING NOISE AND THUMPING UNTIL PLACED IN DRIVE. WENT TO SEVERAL DEALERSHIPS WHO SAID THEY COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR FELL D... Read more
STEERING
May 20, 2018
Incident date: Jul 15, 2012
SEATS RUBBED ON CONSOLE. STRONG ELECTRICAL BURNING SMELL. DRIVERS SIDE HEATED SEATS NO LONGER OPERATE. WHEN IN REVERSE AND TURNING STEERING WHEEL LOUD SQUEALING NOISE AND THUMPING UNTIL PLACED IN DRIVE. WENT TO SEVERAL DEALERSHIPS WHO SAID THEY COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR FELL D... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 15, 2018
Incident date: Mar 10, 2018
UNSAFE TO DRIVE RUST CORROSION OF SUB FRAME. VEHICLE KEPT IN GARAGE AND BROUGHT INTO TOYOTA DEALER EVERY 5K MILES FOR MAINTENANCE SINCE PURCHASE IN 2011. MY PROBLEM IS THE FAULTY SUB FRAME PART AND THE DEALERSHIP NEGLECT.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 15, 2018
Incident date: Mar 10, 2018
UNSAFE TO DRIVE RUST CORROSION OF SUB FRAME. VEHICLE KEPT IN GARAGE AND BROUGHT INTO TOYOTA DEALER EVERY 5K MILES FOR MAINTENANCE SINCE PURCHASE IN 2011. MY PROBLEM IS THE FAULTY SUB FRAME PART AND THE DEALERSHIP NEGLECT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 1, 2017
Incident date: Nov 30, 2017
THE POWER-DRIVEN BACK HATCH CAUGHT SOME FINGERS IN IT AS IT CLOSED. THIS HAPPENED TO ME ([XXX]) SEVERAL WEEKS AGO AND I IGNORED IT. IT HAPPENED TO MY GRANDSON ([XXX]) YESTERDAY. IT DIDN'T BREAK ANY BONES BUT DID DO SOME FLESH DAMAGE AND CAUSED SOME SERIOUS PAIN. IS THERE ANY WAY OF TURNING OFF ... Read more
2 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 1, 2017
Incident date: Nov 30, 2017
THE POWER-DRIVEN BACK HATCH CAUGHT SOME FINGERS IN IT AS IT CLOSED. THIS HAPPENED TO ME ([XXX]) SEVERAL WEEKS AGO AND I IGNORED IT. IT HAPPENED TO MY GRANDSON ([XXX]) YESTERDAY. IT DIDN'T BREAK ANY BONES BUT DID DO SOME FLESH DAMAGE AND CAUSED SOME SERIOUS PAIN. IS THERE ANY WAY OF TURNING OFF ... Read more
2 injured
STEERING
Aug 25, 2017
Incident date: Feb 21, 2013
THE TOYOTA VENZA 2011 HAS PROBLEMS WHEN THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE CAR IS AT HIGH. THE ABS LIGHT TURN ON MAKING IT HARD TO STEER. THE TRACTION LOST CONTROL LIGHT ALSO TURNS ON. A RED STEERING WHEEL LIGHT TURNS ON. ONCE ALL THESE LIGHTS ARE ON, THEN THE AC DOES NOT WORK AND THE HEAT DOESN'T WORK EITH... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 25, 2017
Incident date: Feb 21, 2013
THE TOYOTA VENZA 2011 HAS PROBLEMS WHEN THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE CAR IS AT HIGH. THE ABS LIGHT TURN ON MAKING IT HARD TO STEER. THE TRACTION LOST CONTROL LIGHT ALSO TURNS ON. A RED STEERING WHEEL LIGHT TURNS ON. ONCE ALL THESE LIGHTS ARE ON, THEN THE AC DOES NOT WORK AND THE HEAT DOESN'T WORK EITH... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Aug 25, 2017
Incident date: Feb 21, 2013
THE TOYOTA VENZA 2011 HAS PROBLEMS WHEN THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE CAR IS AT HIGH. THE ABS LIGHT TURN ON MAKING IT HARD TO STEER. THE TRACTION LOST CONTROL LIGHT ALSO TURNS ON. A RED STEERING WHEEL LIGHT TURNS ON. ONCE ALL THESE LIGHTS ARE ON, THEN THE AC DOES NOT WORK AND THE HEAT DOESN'T WORK EITH... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 29, 2017
Incident date: Jul 28, 2017
CAR WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT REVVED ITS ENGINE AND ACCELARATED. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND IT WOULD NOT STOP. THE REVVING NOISE WAS LOUD. I HIT A LARGE TREE THAT WAS LUCKILY AT THE END OF THE PARKING SPOT. THE TREE IS WHAT STOPPED THE CAR. WHEN THE CAR STOPPE... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 29, 2017
Incident date: Jul 28, 2017
CAR WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT REVVED ITS ENGINE AND ACCELARATED. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND IT WOULD NOT STOP. THE REVVING NOISE WAS LOUD. I HIT A LARGE TREE THAT WAS LUCKILY AT THE END OF THE PARKING SPOT. THE TREE IS WHAT STOPPED THE CAR. WHEN THE CAR STOPPE... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Jul 29, 2017
Incident date: Jul 28, 2017
CAR WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT REVVED ITS ENGINE AND ACCELARATED. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND IT WOULD NOT STOP. THE REVVING NOISE WAS LOUD. I HIT A LARGE TREE THAT WAS LUCKILY AT THE END OF THE PARKING SPOT. THE TREE IS WHAT STOPPED THE CAR. WHEN THE CAR STOPPE... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
Jul 12, 2017
Incident date: Jul 8, 2017
RECENTLY IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION ACCIDENT (GOING 65MPH) WITH MAJOR DAMAGE, BUT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 14, 2017
Incident date: Jun 6, 2017
TWO FAILURES OF COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. FIRST TIME, MAYBE A MONTH AGO TRAVELLING 5-10 MPH, APPLIED BRAKES AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. SAME TIME AS TRYING TO BRAKE SAW A FLASHING YELLOW LIGHT ON DASHBOARD. SLOWED VEHICLE WITH PARKING BRAKE, STOPPED AND STARTED VEHICLE MOVING AGAIN AND HAD NORMAL BR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 12, 2016
Incident date: Nov 7, 2016
I WAS UNABLE TO STOP MY CAR BY DEPRESSING MY BRAKE PEDAL AS I APPROACHED A RED LIGHT IN TULSA OKLAHOMA. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC FOR A VEHICLE INSPECTION AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS MALFUNCTIONING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Oct 10, 2016
Incident date: Sep 28, 2016
WHILE I WAS TRYING TO TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY OF A RELATIVE APARTMENT, THE STEERING WHEEL GOT REALLY TIGHT AND EVENTUALLY LOCKED UP GIVING VERY LITTLE TO NO TIME TO PULL OVER FOR SAFETY. THE ENGINE THEN SHUTS DOWN. I CANNOT IMAGINE HOW DANGEROUS IT WOULD HAVE BEEN IF THIS HAD HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING 6... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 10, 2016
Incident date: Sep 28, 2016
WHILE I WAS TRYING TO TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY OF A RELATIVE APARTMENT, THE STEERING WHEEL GOT REALLY TIGHT AND EVENTUALLY LOCKED UP GIVING VERY LITTLE TO NO TIME TO PULL OVER FOR SAFETY. THE ENGINE THEN SHUTS DOWN. I CANNOT IMAGINE HOW DANGEROUS IT WOULD HAVE BEEN IF THIS HAD HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING 6... Read more
STEERING
Oct 10, 2016
Incident date: Sep 28, 2016
WHILE I WAS TRYING TO TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY OF A RELATIVE APARTMENT, THE STEERING WHEEL GOT REALLY TIGHT AND EVENTUALLY LOCKED UP GIVING VERY LITTLE TO NO TIME TO PULL OVER FOR SAFETY. THE ENGINE THEN SHUTS DOWN. I CANNOT IMAGINE HOW DANGEROUS IT WOULD HAVE BEEN IF THIS HAD HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING 6... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 20, 2016
Incident date: Mar 16, 2016
ON APRIL 11, 2016, A COMPLAIN WAS SUBMITTED UNDER TARAKA: COMPLAINT NUM: 10854818 FOR A TOYOTA VENZA 2011.WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 55MPH, ON A HIGHWAY, NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE A LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. WITH NO VISIBILITY AT ALL, I MANAGED TO CONTRO... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 20, 2016
Incident date: Mar 16, 2016
ON APRIL 11, 2016, A COMPLAIN WAS SUBMITTED UNDER TARAKA: COMPLAINT NUM: 10854818 FOR A TOYOTA VENZA 2011.WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 55MPH, ON A HIGHWAY, NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE A LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. WITH NO VISIBILITY AT ALL, I MANAGED TO CONTRO... Read more
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 20, 2016
Incident date: Mar 16, 2016
ON APRIL 11, 2016, A COMPLAIN WAS SUBMITTED UNDER TARAKA: COMPLAINT NUM: 10854818 FOR A TOYOTA VENZA 2011.WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 55MPH, ON A HIGHWAY, NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE A LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. WITH NO VISIBILITY AT ALL, I MANAGED TO CONTRO... Read more
Crash
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 7, 2016
Incident date: Jun 28, 2016
I AM WRITING TO LET YOU KNOW OF A SAFETY ISSUE CONCERNING BY TOYOTA VEHICLE. I CAME HOME FROM WORK ON JUNE 28, 2016 AND PARKED MY CAR IN THE GARAGE. AS I WAS LEAVING I NOTICED THE SMELL OF GASOLINE. I CHECKED UNDER MY CAR AND SAW A SIGNIFICANT LEAK OF GASOLINE FROM MY GAS TANK. I IMMEDIATELY CALL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 25, 2016
Incident date: Dec 21, 2015
MY TOYOTA VENZA 2011 ELECTRONIC IN A CAR IS PROBLEM ALL THE LIGHTING IN THE DASHBOARD ON AND THE TRUNK OF THE FRONT ELECTRONIC PROBLEM TOO.
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 TOYOTA VENZA
2011 Toyota Venza SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash | 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 14.3% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2011 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 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
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, 2011 TOYOTA VENZA
279 manufacturer communications from 144 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 32 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 24 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 22 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 20 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 17 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 16 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 14 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 13 |
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
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.
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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.
T-SB-0043-14
Jan 22, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
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
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
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
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
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
T-SB-0057-18
May 30, 2023
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
T-SB-0057-18
May 30, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
T-SB-0094-21 Rev
Nov 23, 2022
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
TSB001221Rev2
Jun 14, 2022
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
TSB001221Rev2
Jun 14, 2022
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
TSB009421Rev1
May 26, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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
TTT063620
Mar 17, 2022
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
TTT063620
Mar 17, 2022
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
T-SB-0014-22
Mar 9, 2022
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
T-SB-0012-21 Rev
Feb 1, 2022
220000 SEATS
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
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
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
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
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
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
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
T-SB-0094-21
Nov 23, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
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
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 1, 2021
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
T-SB-0080-19 Rev
Jul 26, 2021
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
T-SB-0044-16 Obs
Mar 18, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-21.
Toyota Safety Re
Mar 17, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
T-TT-0636-20 Rev
Mar 12, 2021
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.
T-TT-0636-20 Rev
Mar 12, 2021
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.
T-SB-0040-08 Obs
Mar 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0044-16.
T-SB-0012-21
Mar 5, 2021
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
T-SB-0032-20 Rev
Feb 3, 2021
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
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
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.
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
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.
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
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.
T-TT-0628-20
Oct 21, 2020
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 12, 2020
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 functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 12, 2020
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 functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 12, 2020
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 functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 12, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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 functio
T-TT-0468-17 Rev
Jul 30, 2020
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-SB-0063-20
Jun 23, 2020
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
T-SB-0391-08 Obs
Jun 23, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0063-20.
T-SB-0304-17 Obs
Apr 7, 2020
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
T-SB-0032-20
Apr 6, 2020
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
T-SB-0142-13_Obs
Feb 12, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 12, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0010-20.
T-SB-0010-20
Feb 6, 2020
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
T-SB-0008-20
Jan 27, 2020
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
T-TT-0578-19
Oct 21, 2019
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
T-SB-0080-19
Jul 9, 2019
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
T-SB-0080-19
Jul 9, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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
T-SB-0033-14-Obs
Jul 9, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE July 9, 2019: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0080-19.
T-SB-0076-19
Jul 3, 2019
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
T-SB-0076-19
Jul 3, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
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
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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
G0B_Expired_Deal
Apr 1, 2019
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.
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Feb 28, 2019
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
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Feb 28, 2019
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
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Feb 28, 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
T-TT-0468-17-Rev
Feb 25, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-SB-0044-16_Rev
Feb 7, 2019
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
T-SB-0033-14_Rev
Dec 3, 2018
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
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Sep 12, 2018
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
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Sep 12, 2018
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
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jul 31, 2018
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
T-SB-0057-18
Jul 6, 2018
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
T-SB-0187-12_Rev
Feb 12, 2018
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
T-SB-0187-12_Rev
Feb 12, 2018
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
T-SB-0009-18
Feb 2, 2018
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
T-SB-0009-18
Feb 2, 2018
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
T-SB-0009-18
Feb 2, 2018
220000 SEATS
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
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jan 11, 2018
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
T-SB-0229-12_Rev
Nov 22, 2017
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
T-SB-0134-16_Rev
Oct 30, 2017
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
T-SB-0304-17
Oct 27, 2017
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
T-SB-0033-14_Rev
Mar 8, 2017
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
T-SB-0044-16_Rev
Mar 7, 2017
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
T-TT-0435-17
Feb 21, 2017
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.
TSB018217
Jan 6, 2017
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
T-SB-0012-13 Rev
Nov 29, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: September 14, 2016: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0134-16.
T-SB-0142-13 Rev
Nov 10, 2016
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
T-SB-0134-16
Sep 14, 2016
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
T-SB-0134-16
Sep 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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
T-TT-0414-16
Aug 30, 2016
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
T-TT-0414-16
Aug 30, 2016
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
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-SB-0044-16
May 19, 2016
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?
T-SB-0044-16
May 19, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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?
T-SB-0044-16
May 19, 2016
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?
T-SB-0044-16
May 19, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
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?
G0B_Dealer Lette
Apr 18, 2016
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
T-SB-0036-13 Rev
Apr 13, 2016
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
G0B_Region Lette
Apr 12, 2016
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
G0B_Dealer Lette
Apr 12, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
TTT-0268-13 Rev3
Mar 8, 2016
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
T-TT-0268-13 REV
Mar 8, 2016
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
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TOYOTA VENZA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TOYOTA VENZA across all model years (2009, 2024).
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Total Recalls
990
Total Complaints
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Investigations
109
Reported Crashes
18
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
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