2014 Toyota Venza
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 6 of 31 complaints (19%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 59 in 2013 to 31 in 2014.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | vs. 2014 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,700–2,950 | 2,700–2,950 | 2,700–2,950 | 2,700–2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 21–23 | 21–23 | 21–23 | 21–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 18–21 / 25–27 | 18–20 / 25–26 | 18–20 / 25–26 | 18–20 / 25–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 386–423 | 388–425 | 388–425 | 388–425 | |
| Complaints filed | 25 | 59 | 31 | 27 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 13 | 6 | 8 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 13 | 2 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Toyota Venza have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Toyota Venza?
Airbags & Restraints: 6 of 31 NHTSA complaints (19%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Venza get?
EPA rates it 21–23 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Toyota Venza?
EPA estimates $2,700–$2,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.7L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 20 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 392 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 19 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (low) | $2,950 (high) | 413 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.7L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 20 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 22 mpg | $2,850 | 388 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 18 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | $2,950 (high) | 425 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN · Campaign 21V257000 · Apr 13, 2021
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.