This page covers 2 recalls, 59 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2011 Toyota Venza.
21–23 mpg combined
10.2–11.2 L/100km
Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical complaints make up the largest share of what 2011 Venza owners report, covering a range of issues including horn failure, often traced to the clock spring assembly behind the steering wheel, and lighting problems such as headlight housing fitment incompatibilities that make bulb replacement difficult. Seat complaints are also frequently mentioned, though the specific failure modes vary across reports. Brake-related complaints round out the top three reported systems. Outside the main systems, a recurring theme involves the panoramic roof glass shattering unexpectedly without any apparent impact or warning, with multiple owners describing this happening while the vehicle was in use. A handful of owners also describe water intrusion into the cabin, typically noticed during rain.
59
Total Complaints
5
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
6
With Injuries
By System
The 2011 Toyota Venza has two recalls, the more serious being a driveshaft that can break on AWD models, which may cause sudden loss of drive power or vehicle control.
The second recall affects the SRS wiring routed through the driver-side door, where normal daily use can wear and damage the wires over time. If those wires fail, the sensor that triggers the driver-side curtain and side airbags stops working, meaning those airbags may not deploy in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The airbag system wiring in the driver-side door can become damaged from normal door use over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the driver-side door wiring and replace it if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The right front driveshaft may not have been heat-treated properly during manufacturing, causing it to break. A broken driveshaft stops the vehicle from moving, which could lead to a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the right front driveshaft and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
