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2014 Toyota Venza problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2014 Toyota Venza sits mid-pack among Venza years: 38 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 73, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (6), other (4), and speed control (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

38

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other Venza years?

Venza NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted234 complaints2009: 228 complaints2010: 110 complaints2011: 89 complaints2012: 34 complaints2013: 87 complaints2014: 38 complaints2015: 34 complaints2021: 234 complaints2022: 73 complaints2023: 29 complaints2024: 32 complaints
Venza NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Toyota Venza problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags616%
Speed Control411%
Other411%
Brakes38%
Suspension38%
Tires & Wheels38%
Transmission38%
Steering38%
Electrical System25%
Fuel System25%
Visibility & Wipers25%
Body & Structure25%
Driver Assistance13%

Does the 2014 Toyota Venza have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V257000AirbagsApril 13, 2021 · 279,040 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

Damaged wires may cause the air bag sensor to become inoperable, preventing the deployment of the side and curtain air bags on the driver side and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TB01/21TA01.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“My daughter was in an accident where a 2025 ram quad cab hit her at full speed in the drivers front wheel. The airbags didn’t deploy allowing her head to break the side window. The recall for the side airbag had been completed. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · October 4, 2025 · crash

“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. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING, BUT THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · November 11, 2014 · crash

“Sudden shattering of windshield and panoramic sunroof glass. The glass suddenly shattered with no obvious impact of any type.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 2, 2026

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE LEFT AND TO THE RIGHT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND DID NOT OFFER A REMEDY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · June 2, 2014

“I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BECAUSE IT 2WE MAKING A NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THEY CHANGED THE SHOCKS, BUT THE NOISE DIDN'T STOP. I TOOK IT TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC THAT TOLD ME THAT THE NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE REAR BUSHINGS, WHICH ARE PLASTIC (MOST OF THE TIME THE BUSHINGS ARE MADE OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · June 10, 2018

2014 Toyota Venza — common questions

Is the 2014 Toyota Venza reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 38 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Venza year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2014 Venza problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (6 complaints), other (4 complaints), speed control (4 complaints).

Does the 2014 Toyota Venza have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Toyota Venza. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Toyota Venza years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Venza years to avoid are 2021, 2009, 2010. The cleanest record among Venza years belongs to 2023.

How safe is the 2014 Toyota Venza?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Toyota Venza earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.