2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 188 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 12 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Visibility/Wiper (74 reports).

NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.

2Recalls
188Owner complaints
15Crashes reported
5/5NHTSA safety rating
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2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid recalls

Stability Control May Stay Off After Restart

Recall 22V239Apr 13, 2022458,110 vehicles affected

The electronic stability control software may fail to turn the Vehicle Stability Control system back on when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has turned it off.

Rear turn signals and hazard lights may dim or fail

Recall 22V033Jan 26, 202241,544 vehicles affected

Water can get into the rear turn signal LED lights on certain 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrids.

Most common 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid problems

Problem areas named in the 188 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Visibility/Wiper74
Unknown Or Other42
Exterior Lighting16
Electrical System15
Fuel/Propulsion System14
Vehicle Speed Control12
Engine11
Service Brakes11
Power Train9
Structure7

What owners report

2026-08-07, Exterior Lighting
low‑beam headlights/headlight assembly issues. Moisture getting in, corrosion of prongs that connect to the headlight assembly. Dimming lights once assembly was replaced. Condensation in the headlights. Some bulbs work while others don't.
2026-07-09, Unknown Or Other
Rear passenger side window exploded (shattered) while driving on the Hardy Toll Road in [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2026-07-09, Unknown Or Other
The center console has cracked and has sharp corners causing an increased risk of injury. Also may cause one to jerk the wheel if placing their elbow down and not expecting the sharp corner. No accident occurred as of yet, but could if someone else were to be driving my car and place their arm down on the center console. I have to place my arm down a certain way to avoid getting poked. Just wanted to report this as I am not sure if other owners have reported similar issue with their center console developing sharp edges. Would probably be similar to NHTSA campaign number 26V368000
2026-05-01, Air Bags
My 2021 VENZA has had an issue with the airbag light coming on. The SRS Airbag Malfunction notification is on when starting the vehicle. Within the first year of having the car I paid to have the system checked and the tensioner and airbag replaced. Three months later the light came back on. I was told the seatbelt got twisted again. Other vehicles under Toyota have active recalls on Airbag issues currently with this manufacturer. I believe this make and model should be included. I am currently having to pay another diagnostic fee in 2026 after only having the preowned vehicle two years to figure out why the SRS malfunction notification has come back on. Of course the light has come on wh
2026-04-30, Lane Departure
This just showed in my 2021 Toyota Venza. I heard that this is is common issue for all Toyota but was not corrected .

2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid safety rating

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2021 Toyota VENZA HYBRID SUV AWD★★★★★ 5-star454 (15.5% rollover risk)

2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid questions

Does the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid: Stability Control May Stay Off After Restart; Rear turn signals and hazard lights may dim or fail. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid?

Based on 188 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (74), Unknown Or Other (42), Exterior Lighting (16).

How safe is the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid?

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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