2009 Toyota Venza seats problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the seats on the 2009 Toyota Venza — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Hello, I issue this complaint because my 2009 Venza interior started smelling like smoke. It went on for a bit thinking it may be something outside the vehicle. I then realized the smell was coming from the seat I was sitting on. I've read online about this problem and its seems this is a problem…”
filed Nov 19, 2024
“Dear NHTSA, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of significant concern regarding water leakage in my vehicle, which I believe has the potential to compromise the safety and functionality of the car's electronic systems. I would like to submit this…”
filed Dec 10, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressedCampaign 16V396000 · Jun 2, 2016
- Affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the…Campaign 14V743000 · Nov 19, 2014
- During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat…Campaign 13V014000 · Jan 16, 2013
Seats problems in other Venza years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Venza | 1 | 4% |
| 2021 Venza | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 Venza | 4 | 15% |
| 2013 Venza | 2 | 3% |
| 2011 Venza | 8 | 14% |
| 2010 Venza | 10 | 13% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 Toyota Venza
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.