Toyota Venza Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Toyota Venza — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2024 | 1 | 20 | 1 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2023 | 1 | 16 | 8 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | Full report → |
| 2022 | 1 | 38 | 1 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | Full report → |
| 2021Worst | 1 | 174 | 11 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | Full report → |
Most Common Venza Problems
Based on 248 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Toyota Venza Reliability
What year Venza has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Toyota Venza had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 174 complaints and 1 safety recalls. See the full 2021 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Toyota Venza reliable?
The Toyota Venza has accumulated 248 owner-filed complaints and 4 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2026 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Venza.
What are the most common Venza problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Toyota Venza across recent model years are: VISIBILITY/WIPER (73 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (33 reports), EXTERIOR LIGHTING (21 reports), STRUCTURE (9 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my Venza has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Toyota Venza using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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