2013 Toyota Venza Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2013 Toyota Venza has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 1 fire, 13 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (12 reports).

4Recalls
59Owner complaints
13Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2013 Toyota Venza recalls

Side and curtain airbags may fail to deploy

Recall 21V257Apr 13, 2021279,040 vehicles affected

Wiring in the driver-side door of these Toyota Venzas can become damaged from regular use of the door.

Air Bags; Electrical System; Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner

Recall 13V442Oct 17, 2013802,769 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 13V123Apr 9, 20137,525 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Seats

Recall 13V014Jan 16, 20133,235 vehicles affected

Most common 2013 Toyota Venza problems

Problem areas named in the 59 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags12
Structure10
Service Brakes10
Electrical System10
Unknown Or Other9
Vehicle Speed Control7
Engine7
Steering6
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Seats2

What owners report

2026-04-19, Electrical System
Upon approaching my vehicle and unlocking it, the drivers side mirror courtesy light wire caught on fire and started smoking. My safety and the safety of others was put at risk because had I not been there my entire car could have caught on fire as well as any thing or anyone around or in my vehicle. No one has inspected the vehicle at this time. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to failure. They first appeared the moment it happened.
2025-12-12, Back Over Prevention
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a distorted image. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced an unknown recall with a similar failure description; however, the VIN was not under recall. In addition, the contact stated that due to the failure, the contact was concerned about crashing into any objects behind the vehicle while reversing. The contact stated that the rear-view display was not viewable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was unknown.
2025-11-15, Unknown Or Other
When the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) light comes on, it also cuts power to the engine even when the car is moving at full highway speed. This can pose a great danger when crossing bridges or anytime while driving the vehicle in traffic.
2025-03-05, Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel pump fail causing the car to stall out going 75 miles an hour on the highway
2023-11-26, Unknown Or Other
2013 Venza pasenger side and back leak very bad when it rains

2013 Toyota Venza questions

Does the 2013 Toyota Venza have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 Toyota Venza: Side and curtain airbags may fail to deploy; Air Bags; Electrical System; Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner; Equipment:Other:Labels; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Venza?

Based on 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (12), Structure (10), Service Brakes (10).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Toyota Venza 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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