2011 Toyota Venza Airbags Problems
4 owner-reported airbags complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Airbags Recalls (2)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
Fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
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.
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.
Owner Complaints (4)
Your daughter was in a crash at 25 mph when the car hit a guard rail, and the front and side airbags did not deploy despite significant damage to those areas. She was injured with a concussion and required medical attention. The vehicle was declared a total loss by the mechanic.
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The airbag system in your 2011 Toyota Venza has an issue that requires investigation. Details are provided in the attached documentation. A dealer technician should inspect the airbag system to identify and resolve the specific problem.
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Your airbag warning light turned on and a check SRS (safety restraint system) message appeared on your dashboard. The dealer cleared the error, but the messages came back when you placed your purse on the passenger seat, suggesting a sensor or wiring issue. The dealer identified that your driver's side harness needed replacement but it was on backorder and the vehicle wasn't covered under a recall. Fixing this will likely require replacing the driver's side seat harness or the passenger seat occupant sensor.
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RECENTLY IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION ACCIDENT (GOING 65MPH) WITH MAJOR DAMAGE, BUT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.