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2014 Toyota Venza problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 31 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2014 Toyota Venza has 31 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is airbags at 6 complaints, typically surfacing around 26,000 miles (~$1,100 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2014 Venza?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
NHTSA crash-test safety ratings
5 / 5 overall
Overall★★★★★5/5
Frontal crash★★★★★4/5
Side crash★★★★★5/5
Rollover★★★★★4/5
Driver-assist features on the tested model:
Electronic stability control: Standard · Forward collision warning: No · Lane departure warning: No
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program — tested configuration: 2014 Toyota Venza SUV FWD. Stars rate crash protection in NHTSA's tests, not overall reliability — see the owner-complaint data below for what actually goes wrong.
Buying a used 2014 Toyota Venza? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
airbags — 6 owner reports
· tends to show around 26,000 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
cruise control — 4 owner reports
· ~$600 to fix
steering — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 27,550 mi · ~$700 to fix
suspension — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 20,133 mi · ~$900 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: airbags is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 26,000 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 8.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
airbags (~$1,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in
this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2014 Venza· cruise control
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Toyota venza. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
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…
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…
In november 2018 a warning light on the display indicated a malfunction of the airbag system. I took it to the dealer where I purchased the vehicle and had it diagnosed. Their analysis indicated that there was corrosion on the left front sensor and they recommended replacement…
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Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Venza vehicles
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.
Fix: 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.
Common questions
Is the 2014 Toyota Venza reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Toyota Venza is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2014 Toyota Venza?
On the NHTSA data, the 2014 Toyota Venza does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2014 Toyota Venza?
Inspect the airbags first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 6 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 26,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2014 Toyota Venza a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 31 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is airbags. Typical failure occurs around 26,000 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Toyota Venza?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 6 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 26,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 26,000 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Toyota Venza has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Toyota Venza?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 31 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Toyota/Venza.
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