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What owners say
Overview
Sentiment is strongly positive for both generations, though with distinct character and known issues. The first-generation (2009-2015) Venza is consistently praised as a "poor man's Lexus," offering a rock-solid, comfortable, and well-equipped vehicle with standard features like
Best version
For the first generation (2009-2015), the V6 model is overwhelmingly recommended to avoid the oil consumption issues associated with aging 4-cylinder engines and for its superior driving feel. For the second generation (2021-2024), the Limi
Known issues
• First Generation (2009-2015):, Panoramic sunroof leaks — Requires resealing of silicone, a known issue for models produced 2009 through mid-2012. Frequency: recurrent.
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 25 | 4 | air bags |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Recall notices4 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
2012 · air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactivecampaign 13V014000
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 year Corolla, Sienna
2012 · equipment:other:labelscampaign 13V123000
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, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 201
2012 · electrical systemcampaign 13V442000
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Avalon, Avalon HV, Venza, Camry, and Camry HV vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the drain hose for the air conditioning condenser may become clogged causing water to accumulate at the bottom of the air conditioning condenser unit housing. The accumulated water may th
2012 · air bags:side/window:curtaincampaign 21V257000
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.
Specifications
Generation
2.5 (219 Hp) Hybrid E-Four e-CVT
From 2020-2026
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