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2009 Chevrolet HHR vs 2009 Toyota Venza

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2009 Chevrolet HHR2009 Toyota Venza
NHTSA complaints508172
Recall campaigns48
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,002207
Investigations10
Crash reports2018
Fire reports73
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)23–2621–24
Median reported incident mileage60,000 mi46,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet HHRToyota Venza
Electrical System15119
Steering12713
Air Bags10413
Fuel/propulsion System691
Vehicle Speed Control1036
Service Brakes2017
Power Train1619
Structure218

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion450
Airbag warning light420
Steering problems220
Stalling208
Vibration / shaking150
Check engine light130
Loss of power120
Won’t start60

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.