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2022 Toyota Venza problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2022 Toyota Venza sits mid-pack among Venza years: 73 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 visibility & wipers (13), driver assistance (9), and other (9), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

73

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

15

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other Venza years?

Venza NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 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, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Toyota Venza problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Visibility & Wipers1318%
Driver Assistance912%
Other912%
Lighting710%
Electrical System68%
Fuel System68%
Engine57%
Transmission57%
Body & Structure45%
Speed Control45%
Brakes34%
Steering11%
Suspension11%

Does the 2022 Toyota Venza have recalls?

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

22V239000Electrical SystemApril 13, 2022 · 458,110 units

Defect

Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Consequence

Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“RECENTLY PURCHASED WITH 35,000 MILES AS A CERTIFIED USED VEHICLE. AT 36,000 MILES, HAVE NOTICED A CRACKED WINDSHIELD THAT RUNS THE WIDTH OF THE WINDSHIELD JUST ABOVE WHERE THE WIPERBLADES SIT. THERE IS NO VISIBLE MARK ON THE OUTSIDE FROM ANYTHING HITTING IT. AFTER LOOKING ON LINE, I HAVE FOUND THAT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · November 17, 2023

“My 2022 Toyota Venza Hybrid experienced a sudden acceleration when I was pulling very slowly into my relative's garage driveway while my foot was still on the brake pedal. It crashed into the garage door at fairly high speed severely damaging the vehicle's front end. All front airbags were…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 9, 2023 · crash

“On 29 Nov 2025 while braking at low speed (<10 mph) to park, my 2022 Toyota Venza Hybrid suddenly lunged forward despite firm brake pedal application and no accelerator input. The vehicle accelerated on its own and struck a stationary pole causing front-end damage. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 29, 2025 · crash

“Headlight / Dashboard design of this vehicle is defective. With DRL lights only on, the dashboard fully lights up, misleading a driver into believing they have their headlights and taillights turned on. This kind of defective design is not limited to Toyota, can also be seen on many other Honda and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · October 9, 2023

“When driving in slowed traffic the car would not accelerate for 3-5 seconds. No warning lights appeared. I had slowed to 5mph and upon pressing the gas pedal the car had no response and put me in danger as all traffic around me accelerated and the Venza would not respond to gas pedal. I removed…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 29, 2024

2022 Toyota Venza — common questions

Is the 2022 Toyota Venza reliable?

It is close to typical for the Venza: 73 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2022 Venza problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are visibility & wipers (13 complaints), driver assistance (9 complaints), other (9 complaints).

Does the 2022 Toyota Venza have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 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.

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.