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Active Recalls (6)

21V257000 Apr 13, 2021 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

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 ...

14V743000 Nov 19, 2014 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

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 T...

13V123000 Apr 9, 2013 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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 Toy...

13V014000 Jan 16, 2013 SEATS

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, an...

12V091000 Mar 7, 2012 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

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, THROUG...

11V306000 Jun 1, 2011 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

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 ...

Complaints

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Jul 15, 2025 Electrical System

Purchased a 2011 toyota venza almost 28 days ago. I haven't even made my first payment for my car loan. The rain here in florida has shown that it is raining inside my vehicle. I have contacted the dealer, I have contacted my insurance company. I have done research and it's a known issue with this v...

Jul 15, 2025 Visibility/wiper

Purchased a 2011 toyota venza almost 28 days ago. I haven't even made my first payment for my car loan. The rain here in florida has shown that it is raining inside my vehicle. I have contacted the dealer, I have contacted my insurance company. I have done research and it's a known issue with this v...

Jul 15, 2025 Exterior Lighting

Purchased a 2011 toyota venza almost 28 days ago. I haven't even made my first payment for my car loan. The rain here in florida has shown that it is raining inside my vehicle. I have contacted the dealer, I have contacted my insurance company. I have done research and it's a known issue with this v...

Jul 15, 2025 Electrical System

Purchased a 2011 toyota venza almost 28 days ago. I haven't even made my first payment for my car loan. The rain here in florida has shown that it is raining inside my vehicle. I have contacted the dealer, I have contacted my insurance company. I have done research and it's a known issue with this v...

Jul 15, 2025 Visibility/wiper

Purchased a 2011 toyota venza almost 28 days ago. I haven't even made my first payment for my car loan. The rain here in florida has shown that it is raining inside my vehicle. I have contacted the dealer, I have contacted my insurance company. I have done research and it's a known issue with this v...

Jul 15, 2025 Exterior Lighting

Purchased a 2011 toyota venza almost 28 days ago. I haven't even made my first payment for my car loan. The rain here in florida has shown that it is raining inside my vehicle. I have contacted the dealer, I have contacted my insurance company. I have done research and it's a known issue with this v...

Jan 14, 2025 Unknown Or Other

My horn no longer works. My mechanic informed me that it is the part that sits behind the airbag in the steering wheel. I was also informed that this happens to a lot of Toyota's. It is very expensive to repair and have not had it repaired. Since it is a common problem, does this issue fall under a ...

Jan 14, 2025 Unknown Or Other

My horn no longer works. My mechanic informed me that it is the part that sits behind the airbag in the steering wheel. I was also informed that this happens to a lot of Toyota's. It is very expensive to repair and have not had it repaired. Since it is a common problem, does this issue fall under a ...

Mar 7, 2024 Air Bags

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Mar 7, 2024 Air Bags

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Nov 15, 2023 Engine

I had a 2011 Toyota Venza. Notice oil leakage. Took for oil and filter change and a check. Nothing was found, however four months later car began rattling and driving rough - I took to dealership and was told the Water Pump needed to be replaced. I have since found out that Toyota has had a many iss...

Nov 15, 2023 Engine

I had a 2011 Toyota Venza. Notice oil leakage. Took for oil and filter change and a check. Nothing was found, however four months later car began rattling and driving rough - I took to dealership and was told the Water Pump needed to be replaced. I have since found out that Toyota has had a many iss...

Oct 14, 2023 Visibility/wiper

The roof panoramic glass shattered for no apparent reason. Passengers in the car could have been harmed Insurance has approved the repair. There was no warning or indication of failure.

Oct 14, 2023 Visibility/wiper

The roof panoramic glass shattered for no apparent reason. Passengers in the car could have been harmed Insurance has approved the repair. There was no warning or indication of failure.

Sep 28, 2023 Electrical System

The headlight housing prongs are incorrect. The bulbs are H11, but the housing does not fit h11. I have tried 4 different brands.

Sep 28, 2023 Electrical System

The headlight housing prongs are incorrect. The bulbs are H11, but the housing does not fit h11. I have tried 4 different brands.

Jul 14, 2023 Air Bags 137,945 mi

The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the check SRS (Supplement Restraint System) message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the error messages were cleared; however, upon placing her purse on the passenger seat, th...

Jul 14, 2023 Seats 137,945 mi

The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the check SRS (Supplement Restraint System) message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the error messages were cleared; however, upon placing her purse on the passenger seat, th...

Jul 14, 2023 Air Bags 137,945 mi

The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the check SRS (Supplement Restraint System) message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the error messages were cleared; however, upon placing her purse on the passenger seat, th...

Jul 14, 2023 Seats 137,945 mi

The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the check SRS (Supplement Restraint System) message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the error messages were cleared; however, upon placing her purse on the passenger seat, th...

Aug 13, 2021 Service Brakes Crash

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 ...

Aug 13, 2021 Service Brakes Crash

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 ...

Apr 15, 2021 Seats 64,750 mi

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...

Apr 15, 2021 Seats 64,750 mi

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...

Feb 18, 2020 Air Bags Crash 140,000 mi

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...

Feb 18, 2020 Air Bags Crash 140,000 mi

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...

Dec 1, 2019 Unknown Or Other 134,000 mi

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.

Dec 1, 2019 Unknown Or Other 134,000 mi

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.

Oct 31, 2019 Electrical System 85,000 mi

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...

Oct 31, 2019 Electrical System 85,000 mi

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...

Oct 7, 2019 Electrical System 94,000 mi

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 ...

Oct 7, 2019 Seats 94,000 mi

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 ...

Oct 7, 2019 Electrical System 94,000 mi

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 ...

Oct 7, 2019 Seats 94,000 mi

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 ...

Mar 28, 2019 Engine 100,000 mi

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,...

Mar 28, 2019 Engine 100,000 mi

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,...

Feb 5, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 10 mi

WARNING CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ON IN 20MINUTES AFTER VEHICLE IS RUNNING

Feb 5, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 10 mi

WARNING CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ON IN 20MINUTES AFTER VEHICLE IS RUNNING

Dec 16, 2018 Unknown Or Other

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.

Dec 16, 2018 Unknown Or Other

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.

Nov 26, 2018 Electrical System 70,000 mi

DRIVER SEAT HEATER IS NOT WORKING AS DESCRIBED IN THE RECALL # 14V743000. BUT FOR SOME REASON MY CAR'S VIN NUMBER IS NOT RECALLED.

Nov 26, 2018 Electrical System 70,000 mi

DRIVER SEAT HEATER IS NOT WORKING AS DESCRIBED IN THE RECALL # 14V743000. BUT FOR SOME REASON MY CAR'S VIN NUMBER IS NOT RECALLED.

Sep 3, 2018 Service Brakes 30,000 mi

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.

Sep 3, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

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.

Sep 3, 2018 Service Brakes 30,000 mi

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.

Sep 3, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

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.

Jun 13, 2018 Visibility/wiper 100,000 mi

THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR FALLS DOWN AND DOES NOT STAY UP AND BLOCKS VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING

Jun 13, 2018 Visibility/wiper 100,000 mi

THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR FALLS DOWN AND DOES NOT STAY UP AND BLOCKS VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING

Jun 7, 2018 Unknown Or Other 27,000 mi

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...

Jun 7, 2018 Unknown Or Other 27,000 mi

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...

Jun 5, 2018 Unknown Or Other 98,000 mi

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

Jun 5, 2018 Unknown Or Other 98,000 mi

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

May 20, 2018 Electrical System 20 mi

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...

May 20, 2018 Seats 20 mi

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...

May 20, 2018 Steering 20 mi

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...

May 20, 2018 Electrical System 20 mi

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...

May 20, 2018 Seats 20 mi

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...

May 20, 2018 Steering 20 mi

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...

Mar 15, 2018 Structure 80,000 mi

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.

Mar 15, 2018 Suspension 80,000 mi

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.

Mar 15, 2018 Structure 80,000 mi

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.

Mar 15, 2018 Suspension 80,000 mi

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.

Dec 1, 2017 Structure 146,000 mi

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 ...

Dec 1, 2017 Electrical System 146,000 mi

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 ...

Dec 1, 2017 Structure 146,000 mi

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 ...

Dec 1, 2017 Electrical System 146,000 mi

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 ...

Aug 25, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1,500 mi

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...

Aug 25, 2017 Electrical System 1,500 mi

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...

Aug 25, 2017 Steering 1,500 mi

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...

Aug 25, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1,500 mi

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...

Aug 25, 2017 Electrical System 1,500 mi

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...

Aug 25, 2017 Steering 1,500 mi

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...

Jul 29, 2017 Structure Crash 65,000 mi

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...

Jul 29, 2017 Service Brakes Crash 65,000 mi

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...

Jul 29, 2017 Engine Crash 65,000 mi

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...

Jul 29, 2017 Structure Crash 65,000 mi

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...

Jul 29, 2017 Service Brakes Crash 65,000 mi

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...

Jul 29, 2017 Engine Crash 65,000 mi

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...

Jul 12, 2017 Air Bags Crash 78,000 mi

RECENTLY IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION ACCIDENT (GOING 65MPH) WITH MAJOR DAMAGE, BUT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.

Jul 12, 2017 Air Bags Crash 78,000 mi

RECENTLY IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION ACCIDENT (GOING 65MPH) WITH MAJOR DAMAGE, BUT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.

Jun 14, 2017 Service Brakes 28,000 mi

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...

Jun 14, 2017 Service Brakes 28,000 mi

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...

Dec 12, 2016 Service Brakes 87,000 mi

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.

Dec 12, 2016 Service Brakes 87,000 mi

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.

Oct 10, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 85,200 mi

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...

Oct 10, 2016 Electrical System 85,200 mi

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...

Oct 10, 2016 Steering 85,200 mi

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...

Oct 10, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 85,200 mi

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...

Oct 10, 2016 Electrical System 85,200 mi

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...

Oct 10, 2016 Steering 85,200 mi

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...

Sep 20, 2016 Structure Crash 31,000 mi

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...

Sep 20, 2016 Visibility/wiper Crash 31,000 mi

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...

Sep 20, 2016 Unknown Or Other Crash 31,000 mi

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...

Sep 20, 2016 Structure Crash 31,000 mi

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...

Sep 20, 2016 Visibility/wiper Crash 31,000 mi

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...

Sep 20, 2016 Unknown Or Other Crash 31,000 mi

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...

Jul 7, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 87,440 mi

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...

Jul 7, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 87,440 mi

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...

Apr 25, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

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.

Apr 25, 2016 Electrical System

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.

Apr 25, 2016 Exterior Lighting

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.

Apr 25, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

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.

Apr 25, 2016 Electrical System

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.

Apr 25, 2016 Exterior Lighting

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.

Apr 11, 2016 Structure 31,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 50MPH ON A HIGHWAY, UNDER NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE, A MYSTERIOUS LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. THEN I NOTICED THAT THE HOOD SUDDENLY POPPED-UP WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF ALERT OF FLASH LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, NO HOO...

Apr 11, 2016 Visibility/wiper 31,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 50MPH ON A HIGHWAY, UNDER NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE, A MYSTERIOUS LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. THEN I NOTICED THAT THE HOOD SUDDENLY POPPED-UP WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF ALERT OF FLASH LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, NO HOO...

Apr 11, 2016 Unknown Or Other 31,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 50MPH ON A HIGHWAY, UNDER NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE, A MYSTERIOUS LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. THEN I NOTICED THAT THE HOOD SUDDENLY POPPED-UP WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF ALERT OF FLASH LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, NO HOO...

Apr 11, 2016 Structure 31,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 50MPH ON A HIGHWAY, UNDER NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE, A MYSTERIOUS LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. THEN I NOTICED THAT THE HOOD SUDDENLY POPPED-UP WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF ALERT OF FLASH LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, NO HOO...

Apr 11, 2016 Visibility/wiper 31,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 50MPH ON A HIGHWAY, UNDER NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE, A MYSTERIOUS LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. THEN I NOTICED THAT THE HOOD SUDDENLY POPPED-UP WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF ALERT OF FLASH LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, NO HOO...

Apr 11, 2016 Unknown Or Other 31,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL WHILE CAR IN MOTION AT AROUND 50MPH ON A HIGHWAY, UNDER NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS AND EXCELLENT CAR MAINTENANCE, A MYSTERIOUS LOUD EXPLOSION BURST OCCURRED IN THE CAR. THEN I NOTICED THAT THE HOOD SUDDENLY POPPED-UP WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF ALERT OF FLASH LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, NO HOO...

Jan 19, 2016 Visibility

2011 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BACK UP LIGHTS LACK ADEQUATE LIGHTING WHEN BACKING UP IN THE DARK AND SUN VISORS WERE NOT MADE LONG ENOUGH OR EQUIPPED WITH EXTENDERS, TO BLOCK THE SUNLIGHT. CONSUMER HAS PREVIOUS CORRESPONDENCE WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE ISSUE IN ARTEMIS. *SMD

Jan 19, 2016 Exterior Lighting

2011 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BACK UP LIGHTS LACK ADEQUATE LIGHTING WHEN BACKING UP IN THE DARK AND SUN VISORS WERE NOT MADE LONG ENOUGH OR EQUIPPED WITH EXTENDERS, TO BLOCK THE SUNLIGHT. CONSUMER HAS PREVIOUS CORRESPONDENCE WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE ISSUE IN ARTEMIS. *SMD

Jan 19, 2016 Visibility

2011 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BACK UP LIGHTS LACK ADEQUATE LIGHTING WHEN BACKING UP IN THE DARK AND SUN VISORS WERE NOT MADE LONG ENOUGH OR EQUIPPED WITH EXTENDERS, TO BLOCK THE SUNLIGHT. CONSUMER HAS PREVIOUS CORRESPONDENCE WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE ISSUE IN ARTEMIS. *SMD

Jan 19, 2016 Exterior Lighting

2011 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BACK UP LIGHTS LACK ADEQUATE LIGHTING WHEN BACKING UP IN THE DARK AND SUN VISORS WERE NOT MADE LONG ENOUGH OR EQUIPPED WITH EXTENDERS, TO BLOCK THE SUNLIGHT. CONSUMER HAS PREVIOUS CORRESPONDENCE WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE ISSUE IN ARTEMIS. *SMD

Nov 3, 2015 Seats Fire 101,162 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT WARMER MODULE CONNECTION MELTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,162.

Nov 3, 2015 Electrical System Fire 101,162 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT WARMER MODULE CONNECTION MELTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,162.

Nov 3, 2015 Seats Fire 101,162 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT WARMER MODULE CONNECTION MELTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,162.

Nov 3, 2015 Electrical System Fire 101,162 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT WARMER MODULE CONNECTION MELTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,162.

Oct 27, 2015 Seats 59,500 mi

THE DRIVER SEAT HEATER WHEN TURNED ON OVERHEATED WITH A STRONG ELECTRICAL BURN SMELL. TOYOTA REPAIR SERVICE SAID THE HEATER ELEMENT HAS GONE BAD, BUT NO RECALL FOR OUR VIN# UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIN ID#14V743000.

Oct 27, 2015 Seats 59,500 mi

THE DRIVER SEAT HEATER WHEN TURNED ON OVERHEATED WITH A STRONG ELECTRICAL BURN SMELL. TOYOTA REPAIR SERVICE SAID THE HEATER ELEMENT HAS GONE BAD, BUT NO RECALL FOR OUR VIN# UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIN ID#14V743000.

Sep 4, 2015 Unknown Or Other 45,300 mi

ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2015 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:45 PM, I WAS DRIVING FROM SHEBOYGAN WI TO KENOSHA WI WITH MY ADULT DAUGHTER ON I 94 SOUTH NEAR THE EXIT FOR HIGHWAY 20. I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT, LOOKED AT MY DAUGHTER AND SAID ARE YOU OKAY AND WE WERE SUDDENLY SHOWERED WITH THE BROKEN GLASS OF MY...

Sep 4, 2015 Unknown Or Other 45,300 mi

ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2015 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:45 PM, I WAS DRIVING FROM SHEBOYGAN WI TO KENOSHA WI WITH MY ADULT DAUGHTER ON I 94 SOUTH NEAR THE EXIT FOR HIGHWAY 20. I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT, LOOKED AT MY DAUGHTER AND SAID ARE YOU OKAY AND WE WERE SUDDENLY SHOWERED WITH THE BROKEN GLASS OF MY...

Jun 25, 2015 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 25,480 mi

I HAVE A TOYOTA VENZA OF YEAR 2011. I HAVE IT FOR LAST TWO YEARS OR SO. THE PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISOR FAILED FELL OFF ITS SUPPORT UNEXPECTEDLY DURING LAST WEEK. I THINK THIS SUN VISOR HAS PREMATURELY. I UNDERSTAND THAT TOYOTA HAS RECALLED SOME OF ITS VEHICLES FOR REPLACEMENT. ON MY INQUIRY TO ONE OF ...

Jun 25, 2015 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 25,480 mi

I HAVE A TOYOTA VENZA OF YEAR 2011. I HAVE IT FOR LAST TWO YEARS OR SO. THE PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISOR FAILED FELL OFF ITS SUPPORT UNEXPECTEDLY DURING LAST WEEK. I THINK THIS SUN VISOR HAS PREMATURELY. I UNDERSTAND THAT TOYOTA HAS RECALLED SOME OF ITS VEHICLES FOR REPLACEMENT. ON MY INQUIRY TO ONE OF ...

May 20, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 38,877 mi

ON FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2015, A CLEAR, SUN SHINY DAY, I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN, VIOLENT DECELERATION WITH LOUD NOISES WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MPH ON SMOOTH PAVEMENT ABOUT THREE MILES FROM MY HOME. THE SLIP INDICATOR ICON LIGHT WAS FLASHING ON MY DASHBOARD INDICATING THE VSC/TRAC HAD BEEN ENGAGED, CUTTI...

May 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 38,877 mi

ON FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2015, A CLEAR, SUN SHINY DAY, I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN, VIOLENT DECELERATION WITH LOUD NOISES WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MPH ON SMOOTH PAVEMENT ABOUT THREE MILES FROM MY HOME. THE SLIP INDICATOR ICON LIGHT WAS FLASHING ON MY DASHBOARD INDICATING THE VSC/TRAC HAD BEEN ENGAGED, CUTTI...

May 20, 2015 Service Brakes 38,877 mi

ON FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2015, A CLEAR, SUN SHINY DAY, I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN, VIOLENT DECELERATION WITH LOUD NOISES WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MPH ON SMOOTH PAVEMENT ABOUT THREE MILES FROM MY HOME. THE SLIP INDICATOR ICON LIGHT WAS FLASHING ON MY DASHBOARD INDICATING THE VSC/TRAC HAD BEEN ENGAGED, CUTTI...

May 20, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 38,877 mi

ON FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2015, A CLEAR, SUN SHINY DAY, I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN, VIOLENT DECELERATION WITH LOUD NOISES WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MPH ON SMOOTH PAVEMENT ABOUT THREE MILES FROM MY HOME. THE SLIP INDICATOR ICON LIGHT WAS FLASHING ON MY DASHBOARD INDICATING THE VSC/TRAC HAD BEEN ENGAGED, CUTTI...

May 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 38,877 mi

ON FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2015, A CLEAR, SUN SHINY DAY, I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN, VIOLENT DECELERATION WITH LOUD NOISES WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MPH ON SMOOTH PAVEMENT ABOUT THREE MILES FROM MY HOME. THE SLIP INDICATOR ICON LIGHT WAS FLASHING ON MY DASHBOARD INDICATING THE VSC/TRAC HAD BEEN ENGAGED, CUTTI...

May 20, 2015 Service Brakes 38,877 mi

ON FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2015, A CLEAR, SUN SHINY DAY, I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN, VIOLENT DECELERATION WITH LOUD NOISES WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MPH ON SMOOTH PAVEMENT ABOUT THREE MILES FROM MY HOME. THE SLIP INDICATOR ICON LIGHT WAS FLASHING ON MY DASHBOARD INDICATING THE VSC/TRAC HAD BEEN ENGAGED, CUTTI...

Apr 20, 2015 Electrical System 31,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG, ABS, SLIPPERY ROAD, AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3...

Apr 20, 2015 Electrical System 31,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG, ABS, SLIPPERY ROAD, AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3...

Mar 27, 2015 Equipment

THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON MODEL YEAR 2012 AND 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V442000. I BELIEVE 2011 SHOULD BE IN THIS RECALL AS WELL. OUR VEHICLE IS NOT DRAINING CONDENSATION PROPERLY. THERE IS A BAD ODOR COMING OUT OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER AND I BELIEVE THE SMELL IS FROM THE BUILDU...

Mar 27, 2015 Air Bags

THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON MODEL YEAR 2012 AND 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V442000. I BELIEVE 2011 SHOULD BE IN THIS RECALL AS WELL. OUR VEHICLE IS NOT DRAINING CONDENSATION PROPERLY. THERE IS A BAD ODOR COMING OUT OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER AND I BELIEVE THE SMELL IS FROM THE BUILDU...

Mar 27, 2015 Electrical System

THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON MODEL YEAR 2012 AND 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V442000. I BELIEVE 2011 SHOULD BE IN THIS RECALL AS WELL. OUR VEHICLE IS NOT DRAINING CONDENSATION PROPERLY. THERE IS A BAD ODOR COMING OUT OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER AND I BELIEVE THE SMELL IS FROM THE BUILDU...

Mar 27, 2015 Equipment

THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON MODEL YEAR 2012 AND 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V442000. I BELIEVE 2011 SHOULD BE IN THIS RECALL AS WELL. OUR VEHICLE IS NOT DRAINING CONDENSATION PROPERLY. THERE IS A BAD ODOR COMING OUT OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER AND I BELIEVE THE SMELL IS FROM THE BUILDU...

Mar 27, 2015 Air Bags

THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON MODEL YEAR 2012 AND 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V442000. I BELIEVE 2011 SHOULD BE IN THIS RECALL AS WELL. OUR VEHICLE IS NOT DRAINING CONDENSATION PROPERLY. THERE IS A BAD ODOR COMING OUT OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER AND I BELIEVE THE SMELL IS FROM THE BUILDU...

Mar 27, 2015 Electrical System

THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON MODEL YEAR 2012 AND 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V442000. I BELIEVE 2011 SHOULD BE IN THIS RECALL AS WELL. OUR VEHICLE IS NOT DRAINING CONDENSATION PROPERLY. THERE IS A BAD ODOR COMING OUT OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER AND I BELIEVE THE SMELL IS FROM THE BUILDU...

Feb 18, 2015 Visibility 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF GLASS SHATTERED IN PIECES WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED CUTS FROM THE GLASS, BUT NO MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTU...

Feb 18, 2015 Visibility 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF GLASS SHATTERED IN PIECES WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED CUTS FROM THE GLASS, BUT NO MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTU...

Dec 23, 2014 Tires 37,100 mi

BRIDGESTONE DUELER H/L 400 WAS THE OE TIRES ON MY 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE TIRES RAN WELL ON DRY ROAD WITH LOW NOISE BUT DO NOT ASSIST BRAKING VERY WELL. THE BIG PROBLEM WAS ON THE SNOW AND ICY ROAD DRIVING. THE CAR SLID AT ANY MOMENT WHEN APPLYING A LITTLE QUICKER BRAKING. OUR STATE HAS LONGER WINTE...

Dec 23, 2014 Wheels 37,100 mi

BRIDGESTONE DUELER H/L 400 WAS THE OE TIRES ON MY 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE TIRES RAN WELL ON DRY ROAD WITH LOW NOISE BUT DO NOT ASSIST BRAKING VERY WELL. THE BIG PROBLEM WAS ON THE SNOW AND ICY ROAD DRIVING. THE CAR SLID AT ANY MOMENT WHEN APPLYING A LITTLE QUICKER BRAKING. OUR STATE HAS LONGER WINTE...

Dec 23, 2014 Tires 37,100 mi

BRIDGESTONE DUELER H/L 400 WAS THE OE TIRES ON MY 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE TIRES RAN WELL ON DRY ROAD WITH LOW NOISE BUT DO NOT ASSIST BRAKING VERY WELL. THE BIG PROBLEM WAS ON THE SNOW AND ICY ROAD DRIVING. THE CAR SLID AT ANY MOMENT WHEN APPLYING A LITTLE QUICKER BRAKING. OUR STATE HAS LONGER WINTE...

Dec 23, 2014 Wheels 37,100 mi

BRIDGESTONE DUELER H/L 400 WAS THE OE TIRES ON MY 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE TIRES RAN WELL ON DRY ROAD WITH LOW NOISE BUT DO NOT ASSIST BRAKING VERY WELL. THE BIG PROBLEM WAS ON THE SNOW AND ICY ROAD DRIVING. THE CAR SLID AT ANY MOMENT WHEN APPLYING A LITTLE QUICKER BRAKING. OUR STATE HAS LONGER WINTE...

Nov 13, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

SMELL BURN AND SMELL FUEL WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Nov 13, 2014 Seats 65,000 mi

SMELL BURN AND SMELL FUEL WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Nov 13, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

SMELL BURN AND SMELL FUEL WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Nov 13, 2014 Seats 65,000 mi

SMELL BURN AND SMELL FUEL WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Mar 24, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 16,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS WERE TOO CLOSE IN PROXIMITY, CAUSING HIM TO ERRONEOUSLY DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR AND THE BRAKES SIMULTANEOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PERF...

Mar 24, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 16,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS WERE TOO CLOSE IN PROXIMITY, CAUSING HIM TO ERRONEOUSLY DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR AND THE BRAKES SIMULTANEOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PERF...

Mar 23, 2014 Exterior Lighting 58,000 mi

ON 3/14/14 I NOTICED MY LOW BEAM PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. I CHECKED THE FUSES AND FOUND ALL WERE IN PROPER ORDER. I PURCHASED A NEW LIGHT BULB AND INSTALLED IT. THE HEADLIGHT DID NOT FUNCTION. I TESTED THE ORIGINAL PASSENGER SIDE BULB IN THE DRIVERS SIDE FIXTURE AND THE BULB ...

Mar 23, 2014 Exterior Lighting 58,000 mi

ON 3/14/14 I NOTICED MY LOW BEAM PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. I CHECKED THE FUSES AND FOUND ALL WERE IN PROPER ORDER. I PURCHASED A NEW LIGHT BULB AND INSTALLED IT. THE HEADLIGHT DID NOT FUNCTION. I TESTED THE ORIGINAL PASSENGER SIDE BULB IN THE DRIVERS SIDE FIXTURE AND THE BULB ...

Sep 13, 2013 Steering 10,000 mi

MY 2011 TOYOTA VENZA WITH ONLY 10,000 MILEAGE HAD A ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING FAILURE AS I EXITED I695 TOWARDS TOWSON, MARYLAND. AS I TURNED ONTO THE EXIT I LOST MY ABILITY TO TURN MY STEERING WHEEL. HAD THIS HAPPENED ABOUT 10 MINUTES EARLIER ON THE SHARP CURVE FROM I95 TO I695, I MAY HAVE CRASHED. ...

Sep 13, 2013 Steering 10,000 mi

MY 2011 TOYOTA VENZA WITH ONLY 10,000 MILEAGE HAD A ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING FAILURE AS I EXITED I695 TOWARDS TOWSON, MARYLAND. AS I TURNED ONTO THE EXIT I LOST MY ABILITY TO TURN MY STEERING WHEEL. HAD THIS HAPPENED ABOUT 10 MINUTES EARLIER ON THE SHARP CURVE FROM I95 TO I695, I MAY HAVE CRASHED. ...

Jul 18, 2013 Service Brakes 17,232 mi

THIS MAY OR MAY NOT BE A SAFETY ISSUE. HOWEVER, WHEN I MAKE A STOP AND RELEASE THE BRAKE PEDAL A LOUD NOISE (THUMP) OCCURS. THIS HAPPENS AT EVERY STOP I MAKE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO TWO LOCAL DEALERS. ONE MADE AN INSPECTION THE OTHER DID NOT AND...

Jul 18, 2013 Service Brakes 17,232 mi

THIS MAY OR MAY NOT BE A SAFETY ISSUE. HOWEVER, WHEN I MAKE A STOP AND RELEASE THE BRAKE PEDAL A LOUD NOISE (THUMP) OCCURS. THIS HAPPENS AT EVERY STOP I MAKE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO TWO LOCAL DEALERS. ONE MADE AN INSPECTION THE OTHER DID NOT BUT ...

Jul 18, 2013 Service Brakes 17,232 mi

THIS MAY OR MAY NOT BE A SAFETY ISSUE. HOWEVER, WHEN I MAKE A STOP AND RELEASE THE BRAKE PEDAL A LOUD NOISE (THUMP) OCCURS. THIS HAPPENS AT EVERY STOP I MAKE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO TWO LOCAL DEALERS. ONE MADE AN INSPECTION THE OTHER DID NOT AND...

Jul 18, 2013 Service Brakes 17,232 mi

THIS MAY OR MAY NOT BE A SAFETY ISSUE. HOWEVER, WHEN I MAKE A STOP AND RELEASE THE BRAKE PEDAL A LOUD NOISE (THUMP) OCCURS. THIS HAPPENS AT EVERY STOP I MAKE. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO TWO LOCAL DEALERS. ONE MADE AN INSPECTION THE OTHER DID NOT BUT ...

Jun 3, 2013 Electrical System

2011 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE DEFECTIVE STEREO/RADIO EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRICAL WIRING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED AS SHE WAS DRIVING AND LISTENING TO THE RADIO, A LOUD SCREECHING SOUND EMANATED FROM THE RIGHT REAR DOOR SPEAKER. SHE TURNED OFF THE RADIO, BUT THE SCREECHING ...

Jun 3, 2013 Equipment

2011 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE DEFECTIVE STEREO/RADIO EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRICAL WIRING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED AS SHE WAS DRIVING AND LISTENING TO THE RADIO, A LOUD SCREECHING SOUND EMANATED FROM THE RIGHT REAR DOOR SPEAKER. SHE TURNED OFF THE RADIO, BUT THE SCREECHING ...

Jun 3, 2013 Electrical System

2011 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE DEFECTIVE STEREO/RADIO EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRICAL WIRING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED AS SHE WAS DRIVING AND LISTENING TO THE RADIO, A LOUD SCREECHING SOUND EMANATED FROM THE RIGHT REAR DOOR SPEAKER. SHE TURNED OFF THE RADIO, BUT THE SCREECHING ...

Jun 3, 2013 Equipment

2011 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE DEFECTIVE STEREO/RADIO EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRICAL WIRING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED AS SHE WAS DRIVING AND LISTENING TO THE RADIO, A LOUD SCREECHING SOUND EMANATED FROM THE RIGHT REAR DOOR SPEAKER. SHE TURNED OFF THE RADIO, BUT THE SCREECHING ...

Dec 20, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 330 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE BUT THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEAL...

Dec 20, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 330 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE BUT THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEAL...

Aug 13, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 28,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HANDLE ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE HOOD FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS WHO ADVISED THAT THE HANDLE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE HANDLE WAS REPLACED BUT FRACTURED A SECOND TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Aug 13, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 28,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HANDLE ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE HOOD FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS WHO ADVISED THAT THE HANDLE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE HANDLE WAS REPLACED BUT FRACTURED A SECOND TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Jul 25, 2012 Electrical System Fire 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, HE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AND SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT HE COULD SEE FLAMES COMING FROM THE FRONT END, BURNING THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMEN...

Jul 25, 2012 Electrical System Fire 7,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, HE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AND SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT HE COULD SEE FLAMES COMING FROM THE FRONT END, BURNING THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMEN...

Jan 17, 2012 Suspension 100 mi

I NOTICED ALMOST IMMEDIATELY THAT MY VENZA HAS A VERY BOUNCY RIDE, ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEEDS. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER BUT AFTER THEY CHECKED IT OUT I WAS TOLD THAT'S THE WAY THAT SUSPENSION WAS SET UP. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS A WAY TO FINE TUNE THE SUSPENSION TO GIVE IT A MUCH SMOOTHER ...

Jan 17, 2012 Suspension 100 mi

I NOTICED ALMOST IMMEDIATELY THAT MY VENZA HAS A VERY BOUNCY RIDE, ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEEDS. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER BUT AFTER THEY CHECKED IT OUT I WAS TOLD THAT'S THE WAY THAT SUSPENSION WAS SET UP. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS A WAY TO FINE TUNE THE SUSPENSION TO GIVE IT A MUCH SMOOTHER ...

Dec 13, 2011 Suspension 500 mi

UNDER ALMOST ALL ROAD CONDITIONS MY NEW 2011 TOYOTA VENZA HAS A VERY BOUNCY RIDE AND TENDS TO BE MOST ANNOYING AT LOWER SPEEDS. I HAVE HAD THE CAR 3 MONTHS AS OF THIS REPORT AND THE PROBLEM PERSISTS. THE TOYOTA DEALER CLAIMS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR, BUT IT IS NOT A NORMAL SITUATION AND...

Dec 13, 2011 Suspension 500 mi

UNDER ALMOST ALL ROAD CONDITIONS MY NEW 2011 TOYOTA VENZA HAS A VERY BOUNCY RIDE AND TENDS TO BE MOST ANNOYING AT LOWER SPEEDS. I HAVE HAD THE CAR 3 MONTHS AS OF THIS REPORT AND THE PROBLEM PERSISTS. THE TOYOTA DEALER CLAIMS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR, BUT IT IS NOT A NORMAL SITUATION AND...

Nov 9, 2011 Seats

THE HEAD REST FOR THE FRONT SEATS ON THE VENZA MAKES THESE SEATS THE MOST UNCOMFORTABLE I HAVE EVER SAT IN, LET ALONE DRIVE. I AM ONLY 5' 4" TALL AND THE WAY THE HEAD REST LANDS, IT PUSHES MY HEAD FORWARD WHEN I DRIVE. I END UP WITH BOTH A HEAD ACHE AND A NECK ACHE WHENEVER I DRIVE. IT APPEARS TH...

Nov 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 1,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT WOULD SHIFT INTO PARK, SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE AND RESTART FOR THE VEHICLE TO PERFORM NORMALLY. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE ANY DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Nov 9, 2011 Seats

THE HEAD REST FOR THE FRONT SEATS ON THE VENZA MAKES THESE SEATS THE MOST UNCOMFORTABLE I HAVE EVER SAT IN, LET ALONE DRIVE. I AM ONLY 5' 4" TALL AND THE WAY THE HEAD REST LANDS, IT PUSHES MY HEAD FORWARD WHEN I DRIVE. I END UP WITH BOTH A HEAD ACHE AND A NECK ACHE WHENEVER I DRIVE. IT APPEARS TH...

Nov 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 1,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT WOULD SHIFT INTO PARK, SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE AND RESTART FOR THE VEHICLE TO PERFORM NORMALLY. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE ANY DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Sep 4, 2011 Suspension

I LOVE THE VENZA BUT THERE ARE CERTAIN ROAD CONDITIONS THAT CAUSE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS TO BOUNCE REPEATEDLY. IT CAN BE DESCRIBED AS PORPOISING. IF YOU CAN VISUALIZE A SEMI-TRUCK DRIVER BOUNCING UP AND DOWN IN HIS SEAT, THIS IS WHAT I AM EXPERIENCING. AS I EXPERIENCE THIS BOUNCING I OBSERVE D...

Sep 4, 2011 Suspension

I LOVE THE VENZA BUT THERE ARE CERTAIN ROAD CONDITIONS THAT CAUSE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS TO BOUNCE REPEATEDLY. IT CAN BE DESCRIBED AS PORPOISING. IF YOU CAN VISUALIZE A SEMI-TRUCK DRIVER BOUNCING UP AND DOWN IN HIS SEAT, THIS IS WHAT I AM EXPERIENCING. AS I EXPERIENCE THIS BOUNCING I OBSERVE D...