2014 Toyota Venza
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 172 |
| 2010 | 79 |
| 2011 | 59 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 59 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2021 | 179 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 22 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
19% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file.
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My daughter was in an accident where a 2025 ram quad cab hit her at full speed in the drivers front wheel. The airbags didnât deploy allowing her head to break the side window. The recall for the side airbag had been completed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251007
I called the dealership in Feb 2022 to have recall done and was told they were ordering the parts but have not heard from them.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230913
13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO A GARAGE WITHOUT WARNING. IT WAS UNKNOWN IF A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED OR IF ANY INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141212
10% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY BRAKES FAILED AT A LOW SPEED AT A MCDONALDS AND I HIT A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. MY SON AND GRANDAUGHER WERE IN THE CAR WITH ME. I COULDN'T GET THE CAR TO STOP NO MATTER HOW MUCH I PUSHED ON THE BRAKES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180131
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHIFTED GEARS FROM PARK TO REVERSE INDEPENDENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140527
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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.
Campaign 21V257000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Toyota Venza — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V257000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Toyota Venza reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Toyota Venza is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Venza?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Toyota Venza have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.